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Friends of the Marine Science Center Friends of the Marine Science Center is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that supports the Marine Science Center in Ponce Inlet.
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We help fund sea turtle and seabird rehabilitation and marine science education so visitors can discover the wonders of the ocean.

10/15/2026

🌊🐢 Six Rehabilitated Sea Turtles and a Brown Pelican Returned Home Today!

After receiving specialized care at Volusia County's Marine Science Center, six juvenile green sea turtles and one brown pelican made their way back to the Atlantic Ocean today! The turtles, named Frogish, Mangrove Snapper, Highland Cow, Nurse Shark, Armadillo, and Silkie Chicken, were released at the Beach Street Ramp in Ponce Inlet.

The public release at the Beach Street Ramp in Ponce Inlet marked the successful conclusion of the pelican’s and the turtles' recovery and their return to their natural habitat.

The Marine Science Center serves as a facility for sick and injured sea turtles and other wildlife, providing specialized care with the goal of returning animals to their natural environments. Since Jan. 1, the center has received 243 sea turtles, 250 hatchlings and washbacks, and 215 other reptiles, including gopher tortoises, box turtles, and freshwater turtles.

For information about the center, its programs, and visiting hours, visit www.marinesciencecenter.com or call 386-304-5545.

🌱 Grow native, grow local! 🌱Join us this Saturday, Oct. 17, from 9–11 a.m. at the Marine Science Center for a hands-on P...
10/14/2026

🌱 Grow native, grow local! 🌱
Join us this Saturday, Oct. 17, from 9–11 a.m. at the Marine Science Center for a hands-on Plant Propagation Workshop! Learn how to grow Florida native plants from seeds and cuttings, and how they help local wildlife and our coastal ecosystems. Beginners welcome!
Take home a FREE native plant (while supplies last)!
📍 100 Lighthouse Dr., Ponce Inlet
📞 Register: 386-304-5545 or [email protected]

SEA TURTLE RELEASE:Public sea turtle release hosted by Volusia County's Marine Science Center at 2 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. ...
10/13/2026

SEA TURTLE RELEASE:

Public sea turtle release hosted by Volusia County's Marine Science Center at 2 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 14, at the Beach Street Ramp in Ponce Inlet. The release is contingent upon favorable weather and surf conditions.

Six juvenile green sea turtles, named Frogish, Mangrove Snapper, Highland Cow, Nurse Shark, Armadillo and Silkie Chicken, will return to the Atlantic Ocean after receiving rehabilitation and care at the Marine Science Center.

The release will take place on the north side of the Beach Street Ramp in the no-driving zone. ParkVolusia parking is available on the ramp's south side. Attendees may also park at the Marine Science Center, 100 Lighthouse Drive, Ponce Inlet, at no charge and walk to the release location.

Since Jan. 1, the Marine Science Center has received 243 sea turtles, 250 hatchlings and washbacks, and 215 other reptiles, including gopher tortoises, box turtles and freshwater turtles. For more information about the Marine Science Center, visit www.marinesciencecenter.com or call 386-304-5545.

Please join us for an interactive turtle talk and book reading event with a real kid author, Emilian Fuger. The event wi...
10/08/2026

Please join us for an interactive turtle talk and book reading event with a real kid author, Emilian Fuger. The event will take place on October 17th at 1PM. We ask that participants RSVP to [email protected]

We want to give a HUGE thank you to everyone who came out to Wildlife Festival this weekend! We had such a great time an...
10/05/2026

We want to give a HUGE thank you to everyone who came out to Wildlife Festival this weekend! We had such a great time and we hope you did too!

We want to also thank you INCREDIBLE sponsors for the event, Crabby Joe's, County of Volusia, The Ice Queen Truck, Ravenwood Veterinary Clinic, Ameriprise Financial, Beach Rentals and Refreshments of Volusia County, and Chris Elder & Amy Tobias. Thank you for making the day extra special!

We also want to thank our incredible educational and vendor booths for being a part of the day. We appreciate all of you!! Share your pictures in the comments here or tag us on Instagram for us to share!

It was a great day!! Thanks to everyone who came out!
10/03/2026

It was a great day!! Thanks to everyone who came out!

A big thank you to Crabby Joe’s, our Wildlife Festival’s top sponsor! 💚 Crabby Joe's We’re so grateful for your generous...
10/02/2026

A big thank you to Crabby Joe’s, our Wildlife Festival’s top sponsor! 💚 Crabby Joe's

We’re so grateful for your generous support and for helping make this year’s festival possible. Thank you for supporting the Marine Science Center and our community!

Wildlife Festival is TOMORROW! See you there!

Address

100 Lighthouse Drive
Ponce Inlet, FL
32127

Opening Hours

Tuesday 10am - 5pm
Wednesday 10am - 5pm
Thursday 10am - 5pm
Friday 10am - 5pm
Saturday 10am - 5pm
Sunday 12pm - 5pm

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(386) 304-5545

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