Reflections on the Lagoon
The Marine Resources Council is pleased to partner with Nick Sanzone, Environmental Scientist and Steward, to present June’s Lunch and Learn: Reflections on the Lagoon.
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International Coastal Cleanup 2023
The Marine Resources Council invites you to join in for this year’s cleanup to help remove trash and debris from the shorelines of the Indian River Lagoon.
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MRC’s Progress Report
The Marine Resources Council is pleased to present MRC’s Progress Report: A Lagoonside Chat. Join Jim Moir, MRC Board Chair and Interim Executive Director, to host this Lunch & Learn Seminar.
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Volunteers Essential: Protecting the IRL Day by Day
Merritt Island Now‘s Patty Smith talks with MRC’s LagoonWatch Coordinator Kara Woods and area volunteers about how community members can help restore and preserve the Indian River Lagoon.
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Apr. Seminar: Story for Scientists
Learn about the science behind our draw to water—and see how to harness this neuro-conservation in our outreach efforts to motivate change—with Paola Espita, Impact Media Producer & Strategist at Ola’pi Creative, at our April Lunch & Learn Seminar.
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Mar. Seminar: Algal Blooms in Florida’s Waters
Discover multiple harmful algal bloom species found in Florida and current efforts to understand their bloom dynamics better.
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Jan. Seminar: Marine Mammal Stranding
Learn how FAU’s experts respond to marine mammal strandings, assist with necropsies, participate in cetacean rescue events, and perform monthly boat-based photo identification/population assessment surveys in order to collect data for scientific analysis at the Institute and across Florida.
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Dec. Seminar: Right Whale Update
Tune in for the latest on the plight of the North Atlantic Right Whale — population updates, boat speed regulations, and mega cruise ships.
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Hope for a Languishing Lagoon
The Marjorie looks at the fragile gains the Indian River Lagoon has made after a decade of intense algal blooms. “We’re about halfway home,” says one expert.
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Nov. Seminar: Pyrodinium bahamense
Much like a Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup, Pyrodinium bahamense combines two amazing ingredients — toxicity and bioluminescence.
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Classroom Programs
Real world exploration is at your fingertips with MRC’s Classroom Programs! We offer a variety of presentations catered to fit your schedule.
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Oct. Seminar: Educating through Storytelling
Learn how to inspire youth to care for the environment and connect with nature through the adventures in the Lagoona Lands Series.
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Sept. Seminar: Brevard County Sea Turtles
Learn about the sea turtle species that commonly nest on Brevard County beaches, the threats that they face, and how you can help them.
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August 2 Webinar: Green Infrastructure
Learn what green infrastructure is, how it can help reduce flooding, and how it can improve the health of the Indian River Lagoon.
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July 12 Seminar: Samsons Island
This presentation reviews the installation of the Samsons Island Submerged Lands Restoration Project, roles of project partners, lessons learned from Phase 1, and the implementation of Phase 2.
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Posh New Friend of the Indian River Lagoon
Posh Beauty Lounge Donates $5,000 to the Marine Resources Council! MRC Executive Director Dr. Leesa Souto accepts a generous donation
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Marine Resources Council Selected to Serve on Forbes Nonprofit Council
Dr. Leesa Souto, Executive Director of the Marine Resources Council, has been accepted into the Forbes Nonprofit Council. This community
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June 7 Seminar: Blue World Research Institute
MRC partners with Save the Manatee Club to host this Lunch & Learn Seminar, presented by Kimberleigh Dinkins, Senior Conservation Associate at Save the Manatee Club.
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Volcanoes Erupting in Florida’s Estuaries!
MRC is thrilled to partner with the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission to develop plastic-free shoreline restoration solutions.
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Indian River Lagoon Report Card on Tour! What is Killing Lagoon Seagrass?
Marine Resources Council released this year’s Indian River Lagoon Health Update Report Card during the legislative session and provided every
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May 3 Seminar: Manatees
MRC partners with Save the Manatee Club to host this Lunch & Learn Seminar, presented by Kimberleigh Dinkins, Senior Conservation Associate at Save the Manatee Club.
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Apr. 5 Seminar: Organics Composting
MRC partners with Keep Brevard Beautiful to host this Lunch & Learn Organics Composting Seminar, presented by Mac McCandless, Compost Coordinator.
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Mar. 1 Seminar: Brevard Conservation Pioneers & History
The Brevard Conservation Pioneers & History Seminar examines what it took to preserve land and the effort required to continue protection.
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Improving Conservation Habitat for Endangered Wildlife
Brevard County will improve conservation land for threatened Florida scrub jays, gopher tortoises, and other endangered wildlife to thrive.
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Plastic-free Shoreline Restoration
Most Indian River Lagoon oyster reefs have disappeared due to polluted water, over-harvesting, and other harmful human activities. Concrete “oyster volcanos” are a possible solution.
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