Blue Scholars Initiative

That 🤙🏻🤙🏽🤙🏾moment before getting in the water….when you take a deep breath and just let the beauty of 360 degrees of ocean blue “wash” over you….💙🌊

Spending another awesome day on the water with some scholars from . These guys came all the way from Marathon to take part in our program! 🐟🐠🐡

We are setting up the summer program now so if you have a group of some “kids on the brink of success” we would love to hear from you!!!!

Drop us a DM and we will make it happen

Ever wonder about Queen Conchs? 🤔🤔

For week 2 of our “shallow dive” into the amazing snails of Biscayne Bay we’re spotlighting the Queen Conch (Strombus gigas) 🐚🐚

Sea snails play an important role in the Bay’s ecosystem, helping keep seagrass beds healthy and serving as food for other marine life.

With its beautiful spiral shell and bright pink interior, it’s easy to see why it’s called the “queen.”

👑 Fun fact: The Queen Conch isn’t actually named after a female animal. Scientists believe the name comes from its large, impressive shell and “royal” appearance.
This is a fun double celebration because we recently marked International Women’s Day — so today we’re honoring one of the Bay’s most regal residents!

Ever wonder about the Fighting Conch?? 🤔🤔

This month we are exploring some amazing sea snails that call Biscayne Bay home. 🐚🐚

Fighting Conchs (Strombus alatus) actually get their name for their feisty behavior. When feeling excited or hreatened the marine snail will use its strong foot to hop along the sea floor. 💪🏻☀️If you see a shell suddenly move in shallow water, it might be this busy algae-eater at work! 🌱🌱Consuming this algae keeps seagrass beds healthy. ☺️☺️

Got this cool shot from when we were on assignment with

Swipe right 👉 to see that neat foot!

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