Chart a SEA Change
SCIENCE + EDUCATION + ADVOCACY
Together, we are working to protect,
restore, unite, and promote the Indian River Lagoon
coastal community of east central Florida,
one of our Earth’s rarest and most
valuable natural treasures.
Science
Education
Advocacy
Science
Education
Advocacy
This month we’re celebrating LagoonWatch at MRC!
After more than 30 years of monitoring water quality in the Indian River Lagoon, MRC’s LagoonWatch program is getting a major upgrade! With your help, we’re modernizing the tools our dedicated volunteers use for their weekly sampling. This update will bring the program up to current state standards and make monitoring easier and more impactful than ever.
All current LagoonWatch volunteers will soon receive new, state-compliant gear. This includes digital water quality probes that measure temperature, salinity, pH, conductivity, and total dissolved solids. The second change we’re making is offering water monitors the ability to collect nitrogen and phosphate data. Find out more!
Learn about Low Impact Living
Low Impact Living builds on the principles of sustainable land development (Low Impact Development) by adding individual action. We’re employing education, empowerment, advocacy, and demonstrations to encourage Lagoon-friendly living on all scales: individual, family, community, and municipal. Check back as we add more information, resources, and tips-and-tricks to the website.
2024 Indian River Lagoon Report
The Report is an annual health assessment of the Indian River Lagoon (IRL) and is the evolution of the Marine Resources Council (MRC) Report Card, first published in 2016. This year, MRC scientists gathered data from partner and government organizations to assess five Lagoon health indicators: harmful algae, seagrass coverage, sediment health, wastewater spills, and water quality.
Ted Moorhead, Lagoon Legend
Ted Moorhead was the first Legend of the Indian River Lagoon. Our Lagoon House is named after Ted, who dedicated his life to protecting the Indian River Lagoon, work that we strive to continue every single day. Click to watch Ted tell his legendary story!
Donate. Be an Annual Member
Sign Up. Get Lagoon News