Gulf of Mexico 2012 Expedition

April 24 Log: What makes a sea cucumber "dance"? Read this log to find out.
April 29 Daily Update: As the Gulf of Mexico 2012 Expedition comes to a close, mission personnel on board NOAA Ship Okeanos Explorer during the third and final cruise leg of the expedition gather for a photo.
Expedition Education Module: Are you a teacher looking to integrate ocean exploration activities into your classroom? Check out our expedition-specific education resources, including lesson plans, career information, and other resources.
Miss some of the action? Don't worry...we've got you covered. Check out this video of highlights from the April 12 dive!
Want to follow the position and movement of the NOAA Ship Okeanos Explorer? Or maybe look at the weather and oceanographic observations being collected during the expedition? Check out the Okeanos Explorer Digital Atlas!

From March to April 2012, a team of scientists and technicians both at-sea and on shore will conduct exploratory investigations on the diversity and distribution of deep-sea habitats and marine life in the northern Gulf of Mexico. The 56-day expedition is divided into three 'legs.' Read more...