Delicate Balance of Nature Lecture Series: Outdoor Education's Impact on Ocean Conservation with Sarah Egner

Discover how education can help shape the future of our oceans during an engaging presentation with Sarah Egner, Senior Vice President of Key Largo’s MarineLab.

Drawing on MarineLab’s decades of experience in marine education and her own work with the organization since 2007, Egner will share stories, data, and firsthand insights into the powerful connection between outdoor learning and environmental stewardship.

The presentation explores how immersive, hands-on experiences in the marine environment can turn curiosity into action, inspiring participants to better understand, appreciate, and protect the ecosystems around them. From introducing students to life beneath the surface to fostering a lasting sense of responsibility for the natural world, these experiences can play an important role in building the next generation of ocean advocates.

Whether you’re passionate about marine conservation, education, or the natural wonders of the Florida Keys, this presentation offers an inspiring look at how connecting people with the ocean can help create meaningful and lasting change.

Come discover how education, experience, and a deeper connection to the sea can inspire a lifetime of ocean stewardship.