The ocean has the
power to astonish all of us with its mysteries and vast forces. As toddlers and as seniors, a trip
to the beach is also a visit to another world that exerts great pull on our curiosity. Whenever we
approach the ocean we ask questions.
Olympic Coast National
Marine Sanctuary is like a textbook. It holds answers to questions we haven't thought of. Part of
the Sanctuary's mission is to organize and present educational resources reflecting what we know about this
place. We strive to improve the understanding of future generations of citizens - students - now in
school classrooms. We assist teachers educate
tomorrow's scientists and endeavor to help people in local communities and around the globe see
their role in enjoying and protecting the Sanctuary.
Olympic Coast
National Marine Sanctuary regularly conducts unique
education events and programs as well as ongoing outreach events in communities throughout the region. In
addition, each of our staff is expert in some important field of science, education and marine
protection - we regularly furnish speakers for
informative and up-to-date presentations on important subjects.
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