Our organization was founded in 2014 on a desire to change the world for the better. A common misconception is that one must travel the globe to make positive impacts, yet it is our backyard that needs the most attention. Our backyard includes the Archie Carr National Wildlife Refuge, The Pelican Island National Wildlife Refuge and the Indian River Lagoon, for just a few big names. Each of these amazing wonders may fall short of a well-known title, but each is very valuable to the world. Combining scientific efforts with community education and habitat protection, we wish to give valuable information to make this world just a little bit more beautiful than it already is. Empowering and teaching future scientists, citizen scientist and all people about the wonders of our environment and identifying ways for becoming better environmental stewards is one aspect that we believe can achieve this goal. Check out our sea turtle involvement and research programs, Eco Stars and Science Explorers and Eco camps.
Our sustainable development goals include providing local communities with environmental education to make informed decisions about ecosystem protection and management. Sea Turtle research dives into the light environment in the ACNWR can provide insight into lighting effects thwarting sea turtle hatchlings during the most critical journey from emergence to the sea. Determining the “light scape” by measuring light intensity at night on nesting beaches can help regulators determine compliance to Brevard County lighting ordinances and decrease dangers to marine turtles.
Gathering information is important, and more so what is done with it. Interpretation can show how the environment is changing, and what direction is necessary for better management. Working with environmentally focused groups and authorities creates a more cohesive strategy to serve our local ecosystems. Our programs promote connecting youth with their natural environment; which is paramount when concerning mental health and overall well being of little developing people. Our Stella's Eco & Science Explorers, nest digs, and night walk programs are the route we believe encourages this connection.
In our few years of formation, we have reached a large audience for sea turtle walks, sea turtle nest digs, Eco Camp, Eco Explorations and research. We are so excited to see our programs grow and reach more people. Our goals are to continue to educate the general masses and encourage citizen scientists through citizen science, research and our other outreach opportunities.
Our sustainable development goals include providing local communities with environmental education to make informed decisions about ecosystem protection and management. Sea Turtle research dives into the light environment in the ACNWR can provide insight into lighting effects thwarting sea turtle hatchlings during the most critical journey from emergence to the sea. Determining the “light scape” by measuring light intensity at night on nesting beaches can help regulators determine compliance to Brevard County lighting ordinances and decrease dangers to marine turtles.
Gathering information is important, and more so what is done with it. Interpretation can show how the environment is changing, and what direction is necessary for better management. Working with environmentally focused groups and authorities creates a more cohesive strategy to serve our local ecosystems. Our programs promote connecting youth with their natural environment; which is paramount when concerning mental health and overall well being of little developing people. Our Stella's Eco & Science Explorers, nest digs, and night walk programs are the route we believe encourages this connection.
In our few years of formation, we have reached a large audience for sea turtle walks, sea turtle nest digs, Eco Camp, Eco Explorations and research. We are so excited to see our programs grow and reach more people. Our goals are to continue to educate the general masses and encourage citizen scientists through citizen science, research and our other outreach opportunities.