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10 Mayflower Facts for Thanksgiving
Tue, Nov 01, 2016
Plymouth Rock. The Pilgrims. The first Thanksgiving feast. We all know the story of Thanksgiving—but without one very famous ship, it’s likely that our country’s history might look very different today! We take a closer look at the Mayflower, and the... Read More
Regeneration: How Marine Species Bring Themselves Back to Life
Sun, Oct 30, 2016
Regeneration—or growing back life and limb—may seem like something out of a science fiction novel. But, as is often the case, truth is stranger than fiction when it comes to the uncanny capabilities of many marine species. Take a look at the unique s... Read More
Underwater Foliage: The Oceans’ Best Kept Secret
Sat, Oct 29, 2016
There’s nothing quite like the vivid fall foliage we see at this time of year—rich orange, red and yellow hues frame the sides of our favorite waterways and make for perfect fall boating. But as much as we love the foliage above water, there’s someth... Read More
10 Pumpkin Carving Ideas for Monterey Boaters
Sun, Oct 16, 2016
Nautical or boat-themed pumpkins are easy ways to get the family together and show off your love for the all things aquatic. Read More
Exploring Submarine Sinkholes
Thu, Oct 13, 2016
Dark, mysterious and spanning across up to 1000 feet, the “submarine sinkholes” of the ocean may appear like something out of a science fiction novel. But don’t worry—while they’re certainly intimidating, these natural underwater caves have a past th... Read More
Salem, Massachusetts: More Than Meets the Eye
Mon, Oct 10, 2016
As Halloween approaches, you’re sure to hear lots of spooky stories out of the fabled city of Salem, Massachusetts. That is, of course, for good reason—the city was the site of witch trials in 1692, a dark period of time for the young colonial town. Read More
A Look at the Narwhal: A Not-So-Mythical Marvel
Fri, Oct 07, 2016
A marine unicorn might sound like the stuff of fiction—but think again! While we may not have evidence of unicorns, we do have something pretty close. The narwhal is a tusked whale that calls the icy Artic waters its home—and its unique physical appe... Read More
Back to School Basics: Making Safety Fun for Kids
Mon, Oct 03, 2016
The kids may be settled into their school routines, learning math, writing, music and more every day—but there’s still room for some quality on-the-water lessons, too! Read More
Pike Place Fish Market: A Top Destination for National Seafood Month
Fri, Sep 30, 2016
In honor of National Seafood Month, we’re taking a look at the Pike Place Fish Market! Read More
Learn About Oregon’s Lost Lake: A Natural Vanishing Act
Thu, Sep 29, 2016
While the water can be observed “draining” into a small hole in the lake’s bottom, the logistics of how that happens can be perplexing! Read More
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