Citizen Science Engagement – September 2025

Vessels and locations listed below by program activity cover

Project Overview/Introduction

The International SeaKeepers Society (SeaKeepers) proudly recognizes the following DISCOVERY Vessels for their involvement in Citizen Science initiatives throughout September 2025. Our Citizen Science program engages yacht owners, boaters, and crew in global ocean conservation by supporting marine research through data collection during regular voyages. These meaningful expeditions do not require scientists onboard and instead rely on community participation to contribute to ongoing oceanographic research and environmental monitoring efforts.

Seabed 2030 Project

The following DISCOVERY Vessels enrolled in support of the Seabed 2030 initiative, helping to map the ocean floor in support of The Nippon Foundation-GEBCO Seabed 2030 Project.

Vessel Name Location Chapter
Game Changer New Zealand South Pacific
Police Boat Marco Island HQ
Limitless Ft.Lauderdale HQ
Knocker Rig Ft.Lauderdale HQ

ORCA OceanWatchers

The following DISCOVERY Vessels enrolled in support of ORCA OceanWatchers, a citizen science program that uses a mobile app and online training to help participants collect data on whales, dolphins, and porpoises. This data supports marine habitat monitoring and the identification of key areas for protection.

Vessel Name Location Chapter
Clear Tides South Pacific

CoralWatch

The following DISCOVERY Vessels enrolled in support of CoralWatch by recording coral health using a standardized color chart. These observations help track bleaching events and support global reef conservation efforts.

Vessel Name Location Chapter
Meraviglia Fiji South Pacific
Lauren Baker Cabo HQ
Clear Tides Whitsundays South Pacific

Neuston Net Research Collective

The following DISCOVERY Vessels enrolled in support of the Neuston Net Research Collective by collecting samples of neustonic organisms, plankton, algae, plastics, or seawater. These data contribute to studies on ocean surface biodiversity and pollution.

Vessel Name Location Chapter
Golden Hind South Floirda HQ

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