6/12/2023
Exploring the Lagoon
¼ø»Æʦapp Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institute’s boat tours are now open.
¼ø»Æʦapp Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institute’s pontoon boat tours of the Indian River Lagoon are back.
Come aboard the 36-passenger floating laboratory, the Discovery, to explore the Indian River Lagoon and learn about the research conducted by ¼ø»Æʦapp Harbor Branch faculty and ¼ø»Æʦapp.
Activities include interpreting real-time water quality data from the Indian River Lagoon Observatory Network, surveying underwater habitats with a remotely operated vehicle, and identifying wildlife of all sizes, from microscopic plankton to sharks, rays, manatees and dolphins.
Excursions are offered every Friday, from 10:30 a.m. to noon, and Saturday, from 10:30 a.m. to noon and 1 to 2:30 p.m. The cost to attend is $40 per person.
If you would like more information, please contact us at dorcommunications@fau.edu.