Happy #EarthDay2024 from #GraysReef !

Happening now is our microplastics workshop where you can filter water samples from the sanctuary and count and identify microplastics.

Our actions on land impact the water quality of our oceans.

On #EarthDay2024 at 11 a.m., join #GraysReef and make a difference in your garden and sanctuary with native wildflowers while reusing single-use food containers. Recycle, Repurpose, Replant.

graysreef.noaa.gov/visit/centers/

#SavannahGA students are encouraged to #volunteer to share the wonder this summer!

Sign up on Sat. April 20, 10a-4p if you have a passion for marine conservation, like to network with ocean scientists and educators, all while building resume experience.

graysreef.noaa.gov/visit/centers/

Next Saturday, join #GraysReef for a mix of activities about ocean plastics as part of #EarthDay2024 at the Ocean Discovery Center.

#Microplastics classes. Food container #gardening . #Ocean #Volunteering . #SavannahGa

graysreef.noaa.gov/visit/centers/

Hear from Kathy Liu, 2023-2024 State Fellow, on the student blog today! She shares reflections from her time with NOAA Gray's Reef NMS and the experiences that will help guide her future career. 🌊

t.uga.edu/9Oj

Tonight at 6:00P, Island Library and Live Oak Public Libraries host the final 'A Deep Dive into Gray's Reef' program series.

This history and habitat program covers how #GraysReef formed naturally, and who was instrumental in protecting and designating the sanctuary. #savannahga #ocean

@SKiOinSavannah is now home port to NOAA Gray's Reef NMS's new research vessel, the R/V Gannet, which will allow marine scientists to conduct long-term studies at the protected live-bottom reef.

t.uga.edu/9Mh

Tonight at 6:00 PM, the Midway-Riceboro Library hosts the free, public program 'A Deep Dive Into Gray's Reef: A Catalyst for Research.' Join #GraysReef and Live Oak Public Libraries exploring the fishes that live at Gray's Reef, and science across the sanctuary.

graysreef.noaa.gov/visit/centers/

Happy International Women’s Day!

Want to learn about some of our favorite sanctuary heroes? Visit the links below!
sanctuaries.noaa.gov/news/mar22/wom…
fosterscholars.noaa.gov/scholars.html
sanctuaries.noaa.gov/news/mar20/cel…

We're excited to welcome Georgia's #OceanGuardianSchools as they build their own wetland.

Hundreds of miles apart, Atlanta and #GraysReef are connected through our rivers and marshes, making river water quality a key factor to reef health.

Georgia Aquarium UGA Marine Extension and Georgia Sea Grant

There's still time to apply to our State Fellowship opportunities! ⏰

The deadline for applications is Monday, March 4. t.uga.edu/5VT

NOAA Gray's Reef NMS The Nature Conservancy in Georgia Jekyll Island Okefenokee Swamp Park Nutter & Associates, Inc.

Are you an undergraduate or graduate student interested in doing research in coastal, ocean or marine ecosystems? 🔬

Get your applications in for our Research Traineeship! Deadline is Monday, March 4. t.uga.edu/8Vh

Just released: #GraysReef National Marine Sanctuary Accomplishments Report for 2023

Read the full report here: graysreef.noaa.gov/news/

Many presidents throughout U.S. history have combined their love and enjoyment of the outdoors with environmental action. #PresidentsDay

Read about Presidents and Parks: The Untold Story of the Ocean Legacy of the Nation’s Leaders.
sanctuaries.noaa.gov/50/presidents-…

A monumental day for #GraysReef 🚤🥂

On Saturday, Feb. 10, 2024, the sanctuary dedicated the research vessel Gannet, a 52-foot, aluminum hull boat designed to serve the mission of the sanctuary and partners.
#ocean #savannahga #marinebiology #ocean lovers #marinescience

The Ocean Discovery Center will be open for SUPER MUSEUM SUNDAY on Feb. 11, from 12:00p-4:00p.

Create a Gray's Reef-inspired face mask from paper plates as part of our Trash to Treasure series!

The Ocean Discovery Center will be CLOSED on Saturday, Feb. 10.
#SuperMuseumSunday

Acoustic or electric you might ask 🎸

Neither! Although the Atlantic guitarfish is named after a string instrument, it is not musically talented. This relative of sharks and stingrays gets its name due to the guitar-like shape of its body.

Learn more: sanctuaries.noaa.gov/news/jan24/ten…

The R/V Gannet has arrived in #SavannahGA !

She and 3 crew made the final 430 mile steam from Port Everglades, FL north along the east coast of FL and GA arriving in Savannah. From here, she will be outfitted for sanctuary missions starting this spring. #oceanresearch

Who can build the best boat? Join us for our first monthly Trash to Treasure workshop where we will be celebrating our new research vessel, the R/V Gannet, with a challenge...who can build the best boat out of aluminum foil?

This is a free community workshop for all ages.

Humpback whale season is here and so is the NOAA HI Islands Humpback Whale NMS poster! #SaveSpectacular

Take a look for yourself, and download the poster today!

sanctuaries.noaa.gov/posters/hawaii…