- South Pacific
Floating Classrooms: Students K – 12
South Pacific
Project Overview:
The International SeaKeepers Society’s DISCOVERY Yacht Program is our foremost initiative in accomplishing our mission and goals. Within the program, our Educational Outreach program is focused on working with marine educators and other non-profits to provide classrooms and small groups with local marine biology field trips, and also have online resources available for classes that are unable to travel. SeaKeepers staff works closely with yacht/boat owners to increase programming for kids aboard vessels. Our “floating classroom” program connects school groups with local marine educators who teach them about local waters and marine conservation. If you yacht or boat owner in the South Pacific looking for a way to support marine educators on providing their students with hands-on opportunities on ocean conservation, please fill out the form on this page.
Location
- New Zealand
Expected Time Frame
- Flexible time frame
Accommodation Needed
- Minimum of 15, not including crew members
Vessel Type
- Catamarans
- Pontoons
- Fishing Yachts
- All boat styles are welcomed
Vessel Requirements
- Must be USCG inspected and certified for at least 15 passengers.
- Crew/vessel must be able to navigate Biscayne Bay/through the Intracoastal Waterway.
- Must be permitted to land in at least one marina (private or public) in Biscayne Bay.
- Vessels with permitted landings in Fort Lauderdale will also be considered.
Floating classroom activity parameters listed above are flexible and negotiable.
Background:
The International SeaKeepers Society (SeaKeepers) is a nonprofit organization that offers free educational opportunities focused on ocean conservation and research. This program offers in-person and online activities for children of all ages, free of charge. In partnership with marine educators and other non-profits, we provide classrooms and small groups with local marine biology field trips and digital resources for classes that are unable to travel.
The program is also designed to provide training for teachers on marine science issues, allowing educators to take their personal experiences on the water back to their classrooms, and share valuable insights and lessons with their students.
Educational Outreach Current Activity:
Browse our Educational Outreach page to view all the floating classrooms, online lesson plans and educational programs we have to date.
Get Involved
If you’re interested in learning more about this specific program opportunity, please reach out to our team below to find out more about this program or get involved in other opportunities with SeaKeepers.
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