Here at 5 Gyres Institute, our mission is to empower action against the global health crisis of plastic pollution through science, education and advocacy. On our website, you will find our research hub where you can search a variety of articles related to plastic, its chemicals, and its effects. Here, is where you can also find our educational video lesson series of Trash Academy in both English and Spanish along with a policy page to learn more about how you can take action against plastic pollution!

With the Mobile-Tensaw Delta as a backdrop, educating all ages about the importance of conservation, good land stewardship, and the outdoor recreational opportunities available in our state.

Our intention is to re-awaken these attributes in people, and in turn, help heal the widespread disconnection with nature and loss of connective cultures worldwide.

Morning in Maine is a 55? traditional wooden ketch-rigged sailing vessel carrying up to 21 passengers. We sail from Rockland Harbor, providing access to Penobscot Bay and the islands of Muscle Ridge Channel. Our sails are the perfect platform for field trips, summer camp excursions and we also offer individually ticketed science education sails to the public in partnership with Herring Gut Coastal Science Center.

To provide hands-on education for students and adults in order to foster a greater appreciation of nature and  to foster a desire to conserve our natural resources.

The Abilene Zoo is place of learning and adventure where families make memories, share the joy of discovery and become inspired to preserve wildlife.

We seek to increase understanding of Georgia's rural and agricultural history while emphasizing the continued growth of Georgia's agriculture and its importance to the future.

Based in Seal Harbor, Maine, the Acadia Institute of Oceanography hosts over 200 students from around the world each summer since 1975 to explore their career opportunities in marine science. Students will study the chemical, physical and biological aspects of oceanography through hands-on activities along the coast of Maine and Acadia National Park. Lessons take place in the field, on board boat, at the shore and in the laboratory. Students are housed in a converted schoolhouse with a working wet lab, cafeteria, bathrooms, classrooms and recreational facilities.

At the heart of our program is a dedicated and experienced staff of college professors, classroom teachers and environmental educators who work and live with the students. Sessions are organized by grade level and age with a one-week Introductory session for ages 10-12 years, two-week Intermediate sessions for ages 12-15 years and two-week Advanced sessions for students ages 15 and up. Additionally, we offer a six-day winter program in Florida for students 14 and up and an eight-day advanced program in San Pedro, Belize. These programs are offered on alternating years and are open to exemplary students in our summer programs.

The Schoodic Education Adventure Program (SEA) offers residential education field trips targeted to middle school aged students. Students spend 3-4 days on the Schoodic Peninsula, living and learning in Acadia National Park. Curriculum-based programming offers an invaluable learning experience in a unique setting.