IRL Report Card: Mosquito Lagoon
Download this report today and please share. MRC’s IRL Report Card assembles the most accurate data of lagoon conditions to date.
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IRL Health Update 2020
Dr. Leesa Souto, Executive Director of the Marine Resources Council, Presents the Results of 2020’s Indian River Lagoon Health Update on Tuesday, Dec. 8.
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Dec. 1 Webinar: Right Whales in Peril
Watch our December Lunch & Learn Webinar, “Right Whales in Peril: Is Extinction Avoidable?,” with the MRC’s Julie Albert.
Join the Restoration Team
MRC depends on the community to help us in every aspect of managing our mangrove nursery. How can you help?
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Low-Impact Development (LID)
Marine Resources Council is working hard to build momentum and support for better stormwater management using proven Low-Impact Development techniques. With support from twenty partners, MRC has sent letters to over 120 local and state leaders.
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Nov. 10 Webinar: Fishermen Helping to Save Whales
Watch our November Lunch & Learn Webinar, “Fishermen Helping to Save Whales,” with Kim Sawicki. This is a free virtual event, but you must register to receive the Zoom link and login information.
Climate Change & the IRL
The health of our Lagoon and coastal ocean is jeopardized by the increasing heat content of the ocean and atmosphere. But it’s not too late to take action.
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Employment
Find out about employment opportunities at Marine Resources Council.
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You Bank. TD Gives.
The TD Bank Affinity Membership Program is committed to helping the Marine Resources Council grow and reach its fundraising goals. The more members who bank with TD, the more money MRC can earn.
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National Estuaries Day Celebration
National Estuaries Day is a nationwide celebration of our bays and estuaries and the benefits they provide local communities. Join MRC for a day of fun!
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MRC’s Mighty Mangroves Webinar
Join MRC and host Rockledge Gardens on Sept. 12 for a virtual workshop about Florida’s mangrove species, their importance to shorelines, and how to grow mangroves at home.
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Oct. 6 Webinar: Horseshoe Crab Watch
Watch our October Lunch & Learn Webinar, “Florida Horseshoe Crab Watch — Linked with Limulus,” with Holly Abeels. This is a free virtual event, but you must register to receive the Zoom link and login information.
MRC Charity Golf Tournament
Join us for the 2nd Annual MRC Charity Golf Tournament hosted by Aquarina Beach and Country Club on Saturday, October 10! This premier golf tournament benefits Marine Resources Council and their mission to protect and restore the Indian River Lagoon.
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Top Notch Marine Benefit
Top Notch Marine BOATS & BIKES ‘OPEN HOUSE’ 2020- September 5th from 10AM to 4PM at 6000 North US 1 in Melbourne.
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Life on the Lagoon Art Exhibit
Eau Gallery presents “Life on the Lagoon” in conjunction with the Marine Resources Council of Brevard County. Each year, Eau Gallery works with the Council to promote the goals of the MRC and to educate the public on the important work of the Council. This year, our Artists will donate the images of our show paintings to help promote the work of the MRC in our area.
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Sept. 1 Webinar: Recycle Brevard
Watch our September Lunch & Learn Webinar, “Recycle Brevard: Putting the 3Rs into Practice,” with Marcia Booth. This is a free virtual event, but you must register to receive the Zoom link and login information.
Help Us Plant Mangroves!
In celebration of International Mangrove Day, MRC will plant 2 mangroves into the Indian River Lagoon estuary for every $20 raised through this fundraiser.
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Aug. 4 Webinar: Coral Reefs
Watch our Virtual Brown Bag Webinar, “Coral Reefs in Rapidly Changing Times,” with FIT’s Dr. Robert van Woesik! The webinar will entail how coral reefs are formed through a remarkable symbiosis. This is a free virtual event, but you must register to receive the Zoom link and login information.
MRC’s COVID-19 Response Plan
Read MRC’s COVID-19 Response Plan
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July 7 Brown Bag Webinar: Living Shorelines
Watch our July 7 Virtual Brown Bag Webinar, “Living Shorelines for a Sustainable Future,” with MRC’s Director of Science and Restoration, Caity Savoia!
MRC Celebrates 30 Years
June 11, 2020, marks the 30th anniversary of the Marine Resources Council gaining non-profit status. Since the first meeting of our founding members, MRC has worked tirelessly to connect our community with the science of the Indian River Lagoon.
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Summer Camp 2020
Our summer camp is hosted in Brevard County and inspires and educates youth about the IRL’s importance. Check out our awesome 2020 sessions!
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June 2 Brown Bag Lunch: Indian River Legacy
Join us for our Virtual Brown Bag Seminar, “Indian River Legacy” with Ms. Laurilee Thompson on Tuesday, June 2. This is a free virtual event, but you must register to receive the Zoom link and login information.
Love Our Lagoon Bowl-A-Thon
Love Our Lagoon Bowl-A-Thon is 3 hours of bowling & fun while raising awareness and support for our Indian River Lagoon. Shore Lanes Palm Bay, 4851 Dairy Road, Melbourne, FL.
May 5 Brown Bag Lunch: All About Manatees
Join MRC and Cora Berchem from Save the Manatee Club for our first-ever Virtual Brown Bag Seminar on “All About Manatees with Save the Manatee Club” on Tuesday, May 5. Video from this event is now available!
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