"Everyone is an explorer. How could you possibly live your life looking at a door and not open it?”
— Robert “Bob” Ballard
The #FMSEA2026 conference registration is now open.
This year’s theme, Connecting the Dots, celebrates the many meaningful connections we make as marine science educators. We hope you’ll join us for a weekend of professional development, networking, and unforgettable experiences.
📍 Fort Pierce, Florida
📅 April 23–26, 2026
🆕 New this year: Student Poster Session at the Friday SciCafe, open to undergraduate and graduate students.
The conference will feature voices from across Florida’s marine science and education community.
Hosted by the Florida Marine Science Educators Association (FMSEA) in partnership with Florida Atlantic Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institute
🔗 Learn more and register: sites.google.com/fmsea.org/welcome/conference/2026-conference
Key Dates:
- Early Bird: $199 (1/5/26 - 3/1/26)
- Standard: $235 (3/2/26 - 4/10/26)
- Extended: $305 (4/11/26 - 4/20/26)
- Note there will be no on-site registration this year!