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From The Classroom To the Coral Reef!
MarineLab loves working with our local schools, and thanks to one grant-funded program, we are able to show students throughout Monroe county their beautiful backyard! Read all about the fun Key Largo School had this week, and what local students are able to experience on this free trip to MarineLab.
Teachers asked…so we complied!
A new partnership provides educational content for before and after MarineLab programs
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Who Comes to Marinelab?
Have you ever wondered where our schools and students visit from? Read about the different groups that have traveled to Marinelab over the years!
By Anne Hill, Marinelab Coordinator, and Ginette Hughes, CEO
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Was that a sea potato?
MarineLab students have frequent encounters with these gentle marine giants! By Maria Laukaitis, Lead Field Instructor & Teaching Specialist
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Strong swimmer to non-swimmer, we love them all!
We specialize in helping non-swimmers and first time snorkelers gain confidence in snorkeling! By Rachel Carrier, Operations Director
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We’ve got data!
MarineLab students have the opportunity to participate in citizen science projects in our programs. By Emily Stuller, Citizen Science Data Coordinator
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Funding Opportunities
Learn about funding opportunities to help you bring a group to MarineLab - by Ginette Hughes, CEO
Which programs should I pick?
From non snorkeling options through citizen science components, MarineLab has a program for your group! - by Sarah Egner, Sr. VP Program Services
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An out-of-the-blue encounter with a sperm whale
Is that…a whale? Yes, yes it is! - by Maria Laukaitis, Lead Field Instructor