Volunteer Information Session
Attend our volunteer information session and learn about becoming an exhibit guide as well as other ways to get involved at the Coastal Center!
Volunteer Information Session
Attend our volunteer information session and learn about becoming an exhibit guide as well as other ways to get involved at the Coastal Center.
Volunteer Interest Session | On-Site
Learn about Florida Oceanographic Society's mission and how volunteers play an essential role.
Volunteer Interest Session | Virtual
Learn about Florida Oceanographic Society's mission and how volunteers play an essential role.
Water Conditions
The Florida Oceanographic Society’s Citizen Science Water Quality Monitoring Program is a coordinated effort with volunteers that conduct regular weekly water quality monitoring throughout the St. Lucie Estuary and southern Indian River Lagoon. Explore the current water conditions in our local…
Water Quality
Established in 1998, the Florida Oceanographic Water Ecosystem Surveys (FLOWSS) program assesses the trends and changes in water quality throughout the St. Lucie Estuary (SLE) and southern Indian River Lagoon (IRL).
Our volunteer citizen scientists record water temperature, salinity, dissolved…
Water Quality After Hurricane Ian
Our most recent water quality report grade is a harsh reminder that our water quality is directly impacted by human and natural activities.
Water Quality Standards for Cyanotoxins
Despite EPA recommendations, Florida has yet to develop or implement state-specific water quality standards for cyanotoxins. We urge the EPA to use its authority under the Clean Water Act to establish these standards for Florida until the state submits and the EPA approves its own.
Water releases from Lake Okeechobee to continue through March 29
Water releases from the lake will continue through March 29 followed by a two-week break. However, environmentalists said it is not enough time for the fragile St. Lucie Estuary and its marine fisheries to recover.
Water Resources Development Act Updates
On October 23, President Trump signed the America’s Water Infrastructure Act of 2018, also known as the Water Resources Development Act (WRDA) 2018.
Water samples from two counties show blue-green algae has returned to Lake Okeechobee
Blue-green algae is showing up yet again in Lake Okeechobee. Samples taken from lake water in two counties this week showed the presence of the harmful bacteria.
Waters at Port Mayaca Lock showed toxin levels 60 times what the EPA considers safe
Algal blooms that are harmful to humans and animals have been building up at the gates of Port Mayaca. Water samples taken in the area at the end of June, showed toxin levels 60 times what the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency considers safe to touch.
Weather
Click here to view current conditions at the Coastal Center
Click here to view current conditions at the House of Refuge…
Is wet weather in South Florida impacting Lake Okeechobee water levels?
The rain has been coming down all throughout the Sunshine State, so what impact will that have water levels at Lake Okeechobee?
Wetland Conservation in Florida: Habitats for Fishes and Fowl
Explore the history and importance of wetlands in the Sunshine State and measures to conserve what remains of these special places.
What is a Mangrove/Can Mangroves Save the World?
Dr. Lorae Simpson sat down with Nicholas D’Alessandro, host of the Wait Five Minutes podcast to talk all about mangroves, the different types that can be found in our subtropical ecosystem and the interesting role they play in our environment.
What's the state of Florida's water quality after Hurricane Ian, Nicole?
Executive Director and CEO of the Florida Oceanographic Society, Mark Perry, discusses the water quality of Lake Okeechobee and the estuaries following this summer's rainy season.
