In this episode of the Tybee Island Marine Science Center podcast, host Jessica Leigh Lebos welcomes Sarah Porter, the chapter director for Gray's Reef National Marine Sanctuary, located 19 miles off the Georgia coast.
The discussion delves into the mission and unique features of the sanctuary, including its diverse marine life, educational outreach programs, and conservation efforts. Highlights include the innovative ROV competitions, the sanctuary's role as a habitat for endangered species like the North Atlantic right whale, and upcoming developments at the Ocean Discovery Center in Savannah, set to reopen with new interactive exhibits on October 18th. Sarah also shares anecdotes from her time in the Peace Corps and the profound impact it had on her career in marine conservation.
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00:00 Welcome to Tybee Island Marine Science Center
00:29 Introducing Sarah Porter and Grey's Reef
01:56 The Mission of Grey's Reef Marine Sanctuary
04:09 Exploring the Unique Live Bottom Reef
06:38 The Cultural and Scientific Significance
07:47 Sarah Porter's Peace Corps Experience
12:42 Engaging the Next Generation with ROV Competitions
16:52 Robots Equipped for Salt Water
17:11 Educational Components at Grey's Reef
17:16 Ocean Discovery Center in Savannah
18:32 Exciting New Exhibits Coming Soon
19:27 Dorking Out About Nudibranchs
21:50 Exploring Grey's Reef
23:32 North Atlantic Right Whales
25:46 Intersection of Technology and Conservation
27:38 Sharks, Sea Turtles, and More
29:40 Grand Reopening and Community Celebration
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