Friday, October 10, 2025

Youth Ocean Conservation Summit 2025

Ready to take action for our blue planet? The Youth Ocean Conservation Summit gives students the opportunity to become the next generation of ocean advocates. Since 2011, YOCS has connected young leaders with scientists, conservationists, and peers who are making real change for marine ecosystems around the world.

This year’s summit will take place at the new Mote Science Education Aquarium (SEA) on Saturday, November 15, 2025, featuring hands-on workshops, career insights, and time to design your own ocean conservation project.

🌊 Learn more and register: mote.org/education/programs/sarasota-youth-ocean-conservation-summit


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Wednesday, October 1, 2025

Road Scholar: Online Lecture: Science of the Sea — Advancing Health and Ocean Research


On the left, a gold-bordered graphic reads ‘Road Scholar celebrates 50 years of learning, adventure & friendship.’ On the right, two photos show scientists at work: one researcher in a lab coat holding up a petri dish, and another wearing a mask while using a microscope.

Online Lecture: Science of the Sea — Advancing Health and Ocean Research

Join Road Scholar and Mote Marine Laboratory for an engaging online lecture exploring how marine science is driving innovation in medicine and technology. This one-hour session includes a live presentation, interactive Q&A, and access to a recording (available for two weeks after the event).

  • Date: Wednesday, Oct. 15, 2025
  • Time: 1 p.m. (ET) / 10 a.m. (PT)
  • Length: 1 hour
  • Cost: $25

Register today: https://www.roadscholar.org/find-an-adventure/25316/Online-Lecture-Science-of-the-Sea-Advancing-Health-and-Ocean-Research/dates/

Reviews from Past Participants

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ — April 21, 2025

“The lecture was very informative and well presented. I enjoyed the bingo cards shared before the lecture, which helped focus my attention. I learned a lot about coral ecosystems and the conservation work and research being done to preserve them, which was very encouraging. I hope to visit Mote when I am next in Florida.”

– Elizabeth

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ — July 9, 2025

“Whenever I see Jason Robertshaw as a presenter I sign up for the program. He is a wonderful, knowledgeable teacher. He doesn’t add slang and speaks directly to us the audience. He covers everything he has set out to impart and makes no excuses for not getting to more or running out of time. One feels he has covered everything.”

– Participant

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Thursday, September 18, 2025

Back Into the Swim of Things for Dot Day

 


Back Into the Swim of Things for Dot Day

Celebrate #InternationalDotDay with Mote Marine Laboratory in this creative, interactive program. Inspired by The Dot by Peter H. Reynolds, we explored the vibrant world of the ocean to discover the dazzling patterns and colors of marine life. Students found out how fish and other sea creatures use spots, stripes, and camouflage to thrive beneath the waves. Then, we wrapped up with a guided art activity where everyone created their own ocean-themed masterpiece.

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Tuesday, September 16, 2025

Mote Announces Grand Opening Date for Mote Science Education Aquarium (SEA)

Mote Announces Opening Date for Mote Science Education Aquarium (SEA)

Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium is proud to announce that the new Mote Science Education Aquarium (SEA) will officially open to the public on Wednesday, October 8, 2025.

“Mote SEA is much more than just an aquarium; it stands at the intersection of paradigm changing research, science education, and community engagement,” said Dr. Michael P. Crosby, President & CEO of Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium. “We envision a future in which tens of millions of visitors will experience the transformative power of learning and discovery, changing the way they think about our oceans, conservation and sustainable use.”

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Free Virtual Focus Trips from Mote

Mote Aquarium Roving Virtual Exhibit Navigator

We’re making the ocean accessible to everyone with FREE interactive Virtual Focus Trips every month. Whether you’re a student, teacher, or lifelong learner, there’s a topic for you.

💙 Monthly SEA Show

  • 🐚 Oct 17 | 12:00 pm ET | 6-12+ | Ask The Ocean
  • 🐾 Oct TBD | 1:00 pm ET | 9-12+ | Wisdom from the Wild for Youths*
  • 🪼 Nov 3 | 1:00 pm ET | K-12+ | World Jellyfish Day / Nat'l Distance Learning Week
  • 🌱 Mar 22 | 1:00 pm ET | K-6 | Spring / Does it Grow in the Ocean?*
  • 🌎 Apr 22 | 1:00 pm ET | K-6 | Earth Day / Does it Go in the Ocean?*
*tentative

💜 We also provide free programs on a quarterly basis through the CILC.org Community of Learning calendar.

Learning Anytime

❤️ Subscribe to our YouTube channel for animal spotlights, behind-the-scenes care, research updates, and virtual learning content. Turn on notifications so you never miss a moment of ocean discovery.

🎤 Beyond the Classroom

We regularly speak, both virtually and in person, at educational workshops, conferences, and symposia. See where we will be next.

💡 Funding Your Virtual Focus Trip

🛟 Oceans for All

Help Mote continue providing FREE interactive virtual learning experiences to students, teachers, families, and lifelong learners. Make a donation today.

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Monday, September 8, 2025

Enhancing Ecotourism with FMNP – Webinar, Sep 10, 2025, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM

The Florida Society for Ethical Ecotourism (Florida SEE) invites you to join the next session in its Eco-Tour Provider Webinar Series.

The Florida Master Naturalist Program (FMNP) provides science-based training that helps ecotour operators deliver engaging, accurate tours while promoting conservation. FMNP certification can:

  • Enhance credibility for guides and operators
  • Attract eco-conscious travelers
  • Support sustainable tourism practices
  • Strengthen connections to Florida’s diverse ecosystems

About the Presenter

This webinar will be led by Kate Rose, UF/IFAS Florida Sea Grant Extension Agent in Charlotte County. Kate has been connected to Florida’s waters since childhood, earning her SCUBA certification at age 10 in Key Largo. She holds both a B.S. and M.S. from the University of Florida’s School of Forestry, Fisheries & Geomatics Sciences. In her current role, she develops and delivers educational programs on estuarine ecology, citizen science, and environmental stewardship.

Registration

The webinar is free, but advance registration is required.


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Thursday, September 4, 2025

❄️ SEA Me Read: Next Time You See a Snowflake


Experience snowflakes like never before. Discover how they form, why they’re six-sided, and the conditions that make them possible.

We’re excited to offer a wintry addition to our SEA Me Read series: Next Time You See a Snowflake, from NSTA Kids and written by Emily Morgan.

This live, virtual program is perfect for elementary classes, homeschoolers, and libraries that want to connect literacy, science, and curiosity in one engaging experience.

❄️ What Happens During the Program?

This 30 minute lesson is designed for grades K–4 (ages 5–10) and blends storytelling, science, and student interaction.

  • A read-aloud of Next Time You See a Snowflake
  • An interactive science segment on patterns, symmetry, and seasonal change
  • A live Q&A session with a Mote educator

💡 No prep required. Just bring your questions and the optional Snowflake Bingo sheet!

📆 Available on-demand at: Virtual Focus Trips – Snowflake Story

🆓 Or tune in for free on Dec 17 at 1:00 pm as part of the CILC.org FieldED Livestream Program series

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