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#ICYMI: October left us feeling optimistic after all these ocean wins!

Swipe to make sure you don't miss any of the good ocean news from the past month! 💙
🎃 BOO—it’s #Halloween! 👻

Ghosts and goblins may rule the land today, but the ocean has its own share of spooky creatures. From vampire squids to ghostly jellyfish, these eerie animals are always ready for #SpookySeason! 🌊🦑

Dive in… if you dare 👉 https://oceana.ly/3JarEdm
Our oceans need us. 💙

Plastic pollution, habitat destruction and depletion of marine life are just a few of the issues that boaters witness firsthand.

Become a #GreenBoater today and help protect our passion and our oceans for future generations: https://bit.ly/4kvw9Mc

#ProtectWhatYouLove
If you need something a little lighter today... we highly recommend reading this! 👇💙
🐬💙 The latest fashion? Sea sponge "wigs!"

Male humpback dolphins off Western Australia have been spotted wearing sea sponges on their heads—possibly to impress females. Just another example of how creative ocean life can be!

http://bit.ly/47Hd1ri
Male dolphins spotted donning sea-sponge wigs to attract females
Scientists observe male humpback dolphins parading sea sponges on their heads to impress females off Western Australia's northern coast.
www.abc.net.au
Only ~384 #NorthAtlanticRightWhales remain, all of which are facing threats from speeding vessels, fishing gear, and underwater noise.

Our Skipper volunteer Victoria explored how tech can help, developing an algorithm to reroute ships and reduce harmful ocean noise.

More: https://bit.ly/3J81x6W
Great news for ocean wildlife! 🦈🪸🦑🐟

California just passed a new law protecting 100+ ocean species by phasing out deadly set gillnets. This means safer waters for marine life while respecting today’s local fishers. 💙

Read more from @oceana.bsky.social: https://bit.ly/43yiDl8

#ProtectWhatYouLove
Ghosts, ghouls, and… Green Boaters! 👻⚓

This month, we’re offering exclusive treats when you donate to Sailors for the Sea. Every gift helps protect our oceans from frightening threats—and keeps our blue planet a little less spooky. 💙

Donate today: https://bit.ly/42jxhfK

#SpookySeason
The ocean is on the frontlines of the climate crisis—and it’s also key to the solution. 🌊💙

Protect marine habitats, end offshore drilling + invest in clean energy.

It’s time for bold #ClimateAction.

Sign our petition: https://bit.ly/47CfEKX

#InternationalDayOfClimateAction #ProtectWhatYouLove
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🚨 #BREAKING: A leaked plan indicates that the Trump administration is looking to expand offshore drilling on the U.S. East and West coasts – risking vital marine habitats and threatening coastal communities across the country.
http://bit.ly/4oAnnyR
Every drop counts.💧

Boaters play a key role in keeping our waterways clean. Everyday products—like sunscreen, soap, and fuel—can release harmful chemicals that pollute the water and threaten marine life.

Learn more: https://bit.ly/4k6Q6tK

#CleanRegattas #GreenBoating
Green turtles are making a comeback! 🐢💙

After decades of global conservation work, these once-endangered sea turtles are showing encouraging signs of recovery. While they still face threats, this is proof that protection works!

Read more from the BBC: https://bbc.in/4neJ46E
🐟 What’s on your plate can shape the future of our oceans. 🌊

Our Sustainable Seafood Matching Game teaches students which seafood choices keep fish populations healthy and oceans thriving.

Learn more: https://bit.ly/47umDW8

#KELP #KidsEnvironmentalLessonPlans #NationalSeafoodMonth
Something spooky is stirring beneath the waves… 👻

With a donation this month, you can receive an exclusive thank-you gift... and you'll want to get them before they disappear!

Join us in making a splash for a healthier ocean: https://bit.ly/42jxhfK

#SpookySeason #ProtectWhatYouLove
The ocean is sending us a signal, and it smells like seaweed.🌿

Massive #Sargassum blooms, fueled by warming waters and pollution, are choking coasts and coral reefs—a symptom of an ocean out of balance.

Learn more from @oceana.bsky.social: https://bit.ly/3W21dJI
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Green turtles are making a comeback! 🐢🌊

After decades of global conservation work, these once-endangered sea turtles are showing encouraging signs of recovery. While they still face threats, this is proof that protection works! https://bbc.in/4q9uIqH
Green turtle bounces back from brink in conservation 'win'
Once endangered due to hunting, it is making a strong recovery thanks to global conservation efforts.
www.bbc.com
What a weekend at the 2025 #AnnapolisSailboatShow. ⚓💙

Thanks to all who stopped by to learn more about our programs, especially those who joined our crew of #GreenBoaters!

Together, we’re charting a course toward a more sustainable future + we can't wait to see you next year.
The countdown is on to better protect Americans’ health and ensure confidence in every seafood choice. 🐟🍽️

A new FDA rule will trace high-risk foods like seafood—but some in Congress want to block it.

Tell them: seafood traceability matters.

Sign now: https://bit.ly/3KWzyrb

#NationalSeafoodMonth
Congrats to the Hingham Yacht Club (HYC) for earning Silver #CleanRegatta certification!

Their Junior Regatta included “Trash heroes” who guided sailors at dedicated waste stations, refill coolers that replaced single-use bottles, and more.

Three cheers for HYC! 👏👏👏
We’re excited to welcome Sarah “Say” Craig to our #Skipper volunteer program! 💙

An outrigger canoe racer + environmentalist based in CA and OR, Say inspires paddlers to protect the planet through sport and community. 🌊💪

Learn more about Say: https://bit.ly/4obNQTm
It’s that time of year—the Annapolis Sailboat Show is here! ⛵

Every October, sailors from around the world gather in downtown Annapolis to celebrate all things sailing.

If you’re at the show this weekend—come say hi, we'd love to see you!👋

#AnnapolisSailboatShow
We're suckers for marine life… especially on #WorldOctopusDay! 🐙

Meet the #DumboOctopus, a deep-sea wonder named for its ear-like fins that let it “fly” through the ocean depths.

Learn more about the Dumbo octopus and other octopuses with @oceana.bsky.social: https://bit.ly/4nGmcxV
Behind the Sail with Lara Dallman-Weiss: Part 3 🌊⛵️

Olympic sailor Lara is training for her third Olympic Games—and this time, she’s racing on home waters.

Read more about Lara’s journey + how she’s inspiring the next generation of sailors: https://bit.ly/43xO8en

#LA28
Happy #WorldTeachersDay! 🍎🌍

Teachers inspire the next generation of ocean stewards. That's why we created KELP (Kids Environmental Lesson Plans)—free, hands-on marine science activities designed to bring ocean conservation to kids worldwide.

More: https://bit.ly/41szqFy
This month, we’re celebrating spooky season by protecting something truly magical—our oceans. 🎃🌊

Emerging from Davy Jones’ Locker for this month only, our most popular gifts have returned: our 12 oz. koozie/tumbler, 20 oz. tumbler, and dry-bag backpack.

Donate today: https://bit.ly/42jxhfK
#WorldHabitatDay is a reminder that protecting our shared home starts with protecting the ocean. 🌍🌊

At Sailors for the Sea, we unite boaters worldwide to defend wildlife, safeguard habitats + stop plastic pollution.

Become a #GreenBoater today: https://bit.ly/4kvw9Mc