OUR MISSION

Ocean First Institute is a non-profit organization with the mission of ocean conservation through research and education.  Our organization is unique because we value the synergy between research and education. The purpose of our research is to protect ocean wildlife and critical habitats. We use the stories and experiences from our field work to educate and inspire young people in classrooms all over the world. 

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EDUCATION

EDUCATION

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OUR IMPACT

We have inspired over 110,000 students in 35 countries

with our education programs. 

 

“We protect what we love

We love what we understand

We understand what we are taught”

 

 

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We just had a great visit with Silver Creek High School's Eco Club. They are a dedicated group of students that want to work with us on our microplastics monitoring project! These are our future conservation leaders!
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With the help of our eager and brave students, we're working to find the balance between humans and our environment.

To better understand our place on Earth, and how we can live harmoniously with everyone and thing that is on it!
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From straws to rope to plastic fencing, our team of students in Lyons collected over 40 pounds of trash from the St. Vrain River during our plastic pollution sampling last week! Every single little bit helps!
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Who's ready to jump in??! #tuesdaythoughts https://t.co/ZJDWpNs0Qf
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So important to stop the shark fin trade and to crack down on the current loopholes https://t.co/mpShj9eAaO
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#HappyHalloween from the largest... I mean one of the smaller fish in the sea. https://t.co/bc94Fq1E69
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Name THAT fish! 😆🦈🎃

Happy Halloween my friends! https://t.co/MljICENv0X
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Creature Feature: Oceanic Whitetip Shark

Creature Feature: Oceanic Whitetip Shark

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Notes From the Field – Florida Expedition 2019

Notes From the Field – Florida Expedition 2019

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Volunteer Spotlight: Klara Fejer

Volunteer Spotlight: Klara Fejer

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Meet Elevations Foundation Grantee: Ocean First Institute

Meet Elevations Foundation Grantee: Ocean First Institute

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HOW YOU CAN HELP

SUPPORT OUR PROGRAMS

Learning about our connection to the ocean is key to creating a brighter tomorrow. Education is the cornerstone to changing our behaviors and protecting our ocean. We are impactful in our virtual expeditions, in-school outreach programs and our online courses with core partner Ocean First Education.

VOLUNTEER WITH US

There are opportunities for interested volunteers! Volunteers can have a meaningful impact on the local community and beyond by contributing to our outreach program. We are actively seeking volunteers to get involved. Contact us today.

SUPPORT OUR RESEARCH

We directly support conservation by conducting research on imperiled wildlife and ecosystems. You can accompany us on our research expeditions and learn how to become a true ocean ambassador.