Ocean First

Our Mission

Our educational programming, research and conservation projects inspire young minds to explore marine science and innovate new ways to understand and protect the ocean.

What We Do

Research
Florida Keys Shark Research
Microplastics Pollution Monitoring Program
White Shark Project
OFI Citizen Science Project
Education
School Programs
Discovery Center
Summer Camps
Conservation
Redbelly Dace
Goliath Grouper
Costa Rica Sharks

Education

Experiential learning through hands-on programming

Our core mission is to impart knowledge and provide experiences for youth to engage in meaningful marine science both in the classroom and in the field.

School Programs

School Programs

Through both in-person and virtual programs, we share the thrill of ocean exploration and explain the role the ocean plays in our everyday lives.

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Discovery Center

Discovery Center

Located at our state of the art facility in Boulder, we offer hands-on marine science education to 6th-12th grade students.

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Summer Camps

Summer Camps

Our program fosters curiosity and creativity, providing you with opportunities to explore, discover, and value our marine habitats.

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