New Programs

May 2013 Lecture Series

Hidden Secrets of Canaveral National Seashore
with John Stiner

Thursday, May 16th 6-8pm
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Florida Master Naturalist Program

Coastal Systems Module

Through classroom, field trip, and practical experience, this 6-day module provides instruction on the general ecology, habitats, vegetation types, wildlife, and conservation issues of Coastal Systems in Florida – Coastal Uplands, Estuarine, and Nearshore Marine Environments.
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Welcome to the
Marine Discovery Center!

Dolphin Discovery
Cruises, Kayaking & More

Explore Your Waters!

Dolphin Discovery Tour – Guided by Certified Florida Master Naturalists, this 2-hour tour gives aquatic adventurers an intimate look at the Indian River Lagoon’s population of bottlenose dolphin and much more. (click for more info …)

Sunset Cruise – Watch the sun set slowly over the water, while relaxing to island-style music. Celebrate the end of another perfect day on the Indian River Lagoon and enjoy its twilight inhabitants. (click for more info …)

Kayak Tour – Paddle the backwaters of the Indian River Lagoon, led by a Florida Master Naturalist guide. Enjoy the solitude and beauty of one of Florida’s greatest natural treasures. Individual Kayak rentals also available. (click for more info …)

Marine Discovery Center Lecture Series

The Marine Discovery Center Lecture Series provides a forum for the community to learn about the Indian River Lagoon from qualified staff and guest speakers.

Presentations will be at 6pm and last about 1 hour with time afterwards for questions and answers.

WHEN: Lectures will be on the 3rd Thursday of each month. Check our Calendar for exact time and dates.

WHERE: Marine Discovery Center, 520 Barracuda Blvd., New Smyrna Beach, FL

ADMISSION: No charge – No reservations

For more information contact Mark Spradley – mark@marinediscoverycenter.org, or call: 386-428-4828

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MDC Happenings

Volunteers Needed

If you are a MDC volunteer, we need you! Read more …

If you are not yet a MDC volunteer, but would like to find out more, visit our Volunteer page.

Coastal Corner

Marine Discovery Center Celebrates First Year In New Facility

By Lisa D. Mickey
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Scholarships

Each year we provide camp and field trip scholarships for individuals and K-12 schools that could not otherwise afford to attend. …
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