NOAA's Office of National Marine Sanctuaries

Today is #WorldListeningDay, and we're inviting you to learn about and listen to underwater sounds throughout the National Marine Sanctuary System. Grab some headphones, turn up the volume on your phone or computer, and dive in! https://lnkd.in/gtV5uSvY

Incredible STEM in action at Thunder Bay National Marine Sanctuary! More than 1,000 students representing 22 U.S. states and 18 countries designed, built, and piloted their own Remotely Operated Vehicles (mini‑ROVs) that dive deep to explore, sample, and even solve real ocean challenges in sanctuary habitats. Guidance from NOAA and educators transformed these youth into budding engineers and marine explorers. This competition is a powerful launchpad for future careers in ocean science. Special thanks Marine Advanced Technology Education (MATE) Remotely Operated Vehicle (ROV) program, the National Marine Sanctuary Foundation, and Thunder Bay National Marine Sanctuary for making the 2025 MATE ROV COMPETITION World Championship possible. Read our latest web story about the MATE ROV competition: https://lnkd.in/gCkVKWG3 #EarthIsBlue #ThunderBay #MATEROV #NOAA #STEM #OceanExploration #Education #MarineScience #YouthInSTEM

Signed, sealed, and delivered to you on National U.S. Postage Stamp Day 📬 How much do you love #NationalMarineSanctuariesStamps? Get yours today: https://lnkd.in/eDiKvUJA #EarthIsBlue #SaveSpectacular #Stamp #Ocean

Does your school have what it takes to help protect the ocean for the future? Promote ocean and watershed conservation at your school or in your local community by becoming an Ocean Guardian School. Applications are currently being accepted for the 2025 - 2026 school year. All applications are due by July 1, 2025. Visit https://lnkd.in/gF92Uu9e for more details!

Introducing our latest #SaveSpectacular poster featuring Thunder Bay National Marine Sanctuary: a bold, visual journey into the depths of the Great Lakes. https://lnkd.in/gWtvnPZw About the poster- The sunrise casts a gentle, orange glow on a mooring buoy marking one of the many shipwrecks that rest on the bottom of Thunder Bay National Marine Sanctuary. Scuba divers explore the pristine remains of a wooden schooner with masts still standing tall. History is well-preserved by the fresh, cold waters of this sanctuary, where lighthouses dot the shoreline, recreation opportunities are vast, and stories come to life. 🎨: Tonya Humiston/NOAA #SaveSpectacular #Shipwreck #ThunderBay #GraphicDesign #Art #Illustration #DigitalArt #NationalMarineSanctuary

This #WorldEnvironmentDay, dive into how students across the country are protecting our planet one project at a time! 🌎 From beach cleanups to school gardens, discover how NOAA's Ocean Guardian Youth Ambassadors are turning eco-action into everyday impact. Dive into their stories and see how the next generation of environmental stewards is making a difference: https://lnkd.in/gQC4eHjN #EarthIsBlue #NOAA #YouthForThePlanet #ProtectWhatYouLove #MarineScience

ONLY ONE DAY LEFT UNTIL #CHOW2025! Are you ALL IN for the premier ocean conference of the year? As the National Marine Sanctuary Foundation celebrates its 25th anniversary, join us to explore and connect with the pioneering individuals and initiatives that are leading the charge in protecting and transforming the future of our ocean and Great Lakes. Join us tomorrow for Hill Day to engage with your elected officials and move beyond conversation to advocate for the ocean policy outcomes you'd like to see! Don't miss a moment of at Capitol Hill Ocean Week 2025 - Register now to join us in person in Washington, DC or online via the livestream! CapitolHillOceanWeek.org #OceanMonth #WorldOceanDay

Start your week off by taking a look at our new #SaveSpectacular commemorative poster, featuring Wisconsin Shipwreck Coast National Marine Sanctuary! About the poster- Maritime heritage lies at the center of Wisconsin Shipwreck Coast National Marine Sanctuary and helps connect the past to the present. Through stewardship of the region's historic maritime resources and shipwrecks, the sanctuary helps protect and preserve these important pieces of Great Lakes history. The echoes of this historic maritime past can still be felt along Wisconsin's shoreline. These ports have been tied to Wisconsin's maritime trades for over 150 years, and continue to preserve that history today. https://lnkd.in/gRTC6d9P 🎨: Kathryn Robertson & Tonya Humiston/NOAA #MarineLife #Wisconsin #GraphicDesign #Art #Illustration #DigitalArt #NationalMarineSanctuary

Expedition highlights will be shared, including collected dive footage and stories from the science party

#NotesFromTheField: Honoring Military Children at NOAA Monitor National Marine Sanctuary Last month, Monitor National Marine Sanctuary partnered with The Mariners’ Museum and Park and Instant Teams to co-host Month of the Military Child, an annual awareness campaign that recognizes the sacrifices made by military kids and their families. The campaign culminated in an event at the museum called MilKids Fest, a day devoted to honoring children of military service members. Along with useful resources and information from trusted community partners, families were welcomed with fun activities, including 3D-printed replicas of USS Monitor artifacts, marine animal coloring, a spinning wheel of Monitor National Marine Sanctuary history, hands-on learning experiences with the museum’s education team, scavenger hunts, and much more. The event drew in scores of people, including over 500 members of the local military, their spouses, and children. Read more field notes by visiting https://lnkd.in/gbfM_abV. #EarthIsBlue #NOAA #MemorialDay #MilitaryAppreciation