Ocean Heroes

Wonder Wednesday

Ever wonder about something specific in Nature? How it survives and thrives? What environmental conditions it requires? How it may impact us here in South Florida or elsewhere in the world? And more importantly, how we impact it? Tune into the Blue Scholars social media each Wednesday for insight into anything and everything related to nature, environmental stewardship and our connection to Biscayne Bay.

Ever wonder about these really cool sharks?

Giving thanks to Mother Ocean
Ever wonder how fish give back?
Ever wonder how you can participate in Citizen Science?
Ever wonder what happens to your pumpkin after Halloween?
Ever wonder about all those candy wrappers after Halloween?
Ever wonder about these giant reptiles?
Ever wonder what happens to fishing gear that falls overboard?

Ever wonder about these 8-limbed marine creatures? Happy World Octopus Day!

Ever wonder about the lighthouses along the east coast of Florida?
Ever wonder about those much higher tides?
Ever wonder about these winged wonders of the sea?
Ever wonder what you can do to support change in your community?
Ever wonder what it takes to create change?
Ever wonder about the declining health of our bay?
Ever wonder how fish breathe and where the oxygen in the water comes from?
Ever wonder about these skinny channels south of Key Biscayne?
Ever wonder about these really cool crustaceans?
Ever wonder about these cool little turtles? They're found only in Miami-Dade and Monroe Counties.
Ever wonder about this coastal forest?
Ever wonder about these large marine snails?

Do you have a Blue Scholar that would like to participate in Wonder Wednesday? If so, we would love to hear from you. It's simple, fun and a great way to spend quality time learning with your kids. Contact Us

International Coastal cleanup (2020 Season)

Through the International Coastal Cleanup, the Ocean Conservancy harnesses the power of people to fight ocean trash. Join Blue Scholars Initiative in the annual global movement to help keep our beaches, waterways and the ocean trash free.

Matheson Hammock Park, October 31, 2020. 6 volunteers collected over 1,000 pieces of debris, totaling 30lbs... 8lbs of recyclables and 22lbs of non-recyclables.
Chapman Field Park Waterway, October 10, 2020. 10 volunteers collected a total of 67.5lbs... 12.5lbs of recyclables and 55lbs of non-recyclables. The followi...
Matheson Hammock Park, September 19, 2020. 11 volunteers collected 47lbs of recyclables and 30lbs of non-recyclables.
Download and get to know your Clean Swell App for International Coastal Cleanup Day.

Safe Summer Saturday (July 2020 edition)

This summer (and always) Blue Scholars Initiative is working to educate about our local watershed, our beautiful Biscayne Bay and our amazing blue planet. Safe, smart and respectful actions by all help in our effort to protect the world around us, so check out our Safe Summer videos and pics, and TAKE ACTION.

Did you know our sunscreen harms coral reefs?
Where does all the rainwater go?

Hey friends, as the summer temps sizzle and we head back to the beach make sure to leave no trace of your presence. This water bottle will take up to 450 years to break up in the ocean. If you do see some trash pick it up so we can all enjoy the ocean’s beauty!

Photo: Tanya Manfrediz

We here at Blue Scholars want to wish you a very safe and happy July 4th. But remember whether lighting up sparklers at home or watching a large colorful aerial production, all fireworks leave behind more than memories, they also result in trash. Even though here in Miami our beaches are closed for the 2020 holiday, make sure you clean up after your celebration to make sure we keep our country and our ocean clean!