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The Marine Discovery Center

“The MDC mission is to protect and restore the Florida Coastal Ecosystems through education, research and community stewardship.”

VISION AND GOAL: The long range vision of the Marine Discovery Center is to see a healthy Indian River Lagoon Estuary (IRL) and the ecosystem it supports preserved and enjoyed for its natural beauty, unmatched diversity of species and rich fishery for generations to come. Initiatives and activities designed to achieve this vision include providing education, research, restoration and heightened public awareness of this wondrous, fragile natural resource. In order to preserve the IRL for the enjoyment of future generations, a goal of the Marine Discovery Center is to showcase the biodiversity of this treasured natural resource and to examine, research and encourage human interaction “ON THE WATER” with the estuary.

Education The Marine Discovery Center’s “hands-on, feet-wet” educational programs for children and adults raise awareness about the critical importance of Florida’s coastal ecosystems with a special focus on the Indian River Lagoon. For program information click here.

Ecotours The Marine Discovery Center’s ecotours provide a close-up view of the Indian River Lagoon and its natural history while on our pontoon boat and guided kayak tours. Our experienced narrators are certified Florida Master Naturalists. For activities information click here.

Research The Marine Discovery Center focuses on research and stewardship projects that promote conservation and restoration of marine and estuarine ecosystems. As part of this effort, we build partnerships with marine science organizations and universities that share similar goals. For project information click here.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

N E W S & E V E N T S

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Now Available Online - MDC Newsletter N14
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Marine Discovery Center Launches Kayak Rental Program

The Marine Discovery Center (MDC), a nonprofit environmental education organization dedicated to stewardship of Florida’s Atlantic coastal waters, especially the Indian River Lagoon, now offers kayak rentals. The kayak rental program is operated in conjunction with the MDC kayak and pontoon boat ecotour programs. | FULL STORY HERE |

New Roof Donated to the Marine Discovery Center

Hickson Construction Company, Inc. has donated a bit of its “Old Florida Charm” to the Marine Discovery Center’s roofing needs. | FULL STORY HERE |