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 140,000 people 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 collect latitude and longitude, temperature, depth, time in and time out of all of our underwater camera deployments. We even have lasers set on our rigs to help us measure the length of the shark as it swims by.
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Setting out our baited cameras on Flint Island in Nova Scotia. Thanks Rob Snow for the photo.
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Knowing where to set up your gear to spot white sharks is sometimes challenging. Other times you see one of their favorite prey and you know you are in the right spot. Sure enough we were.
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Celebrating Our Blue Planet

Celebrating Our Blue Planet

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Volunteer Spotlight: Sydney Eckert

Volunteer Spotlight: Sydney Eckert

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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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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.