The Gulf
Join this adventure to explore the diversity and complexity of the Gulf and shoreline habitats at any of the State Parks visited for our trips.
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Emerald & Forgotten Coast Adventures (E&FCA) offers visitors and residents a chance to participate in field trips focused on the marine ecosystems that surround us. Our goal is to provide you the opportunity to couple memorable field experiences with education to inspire stewardship and conservation of our coastal marine environment.
You will have the chance to see, feel, touch, and experience the uniqueness of the local history and marine ecology of the Florida Panhandle and Gulf. Choose one of the adventures listed below and you will see the types of activities you can participate in to learn more about these environments. By contributing to our non-profit when you sign up for one of our adventures, you help support local science school teachers who may very well help lead these field trips as well as supporting the adventures of school children across the Panhandle to participate in this program.
Field Adventures for the Community
Coastal Dune Lakes
Did you know Coastal Dune Lakes are found only in a few places around the world? Come on an adventure to explore the unique ecology of these lakes and compare with the adjacent Gulf.
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Seagrass Beds
Come explore the marine life found in and around our incredible seagrass habitats at St. Andrews State Park and Tyndall AFB.
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Choose your field adventure! Pick your date below on the calendar and register online. You can also call 850-508-7306 Monday – Friday 8:30 AM to 5 PM to have your questions answered and book your trip.
Student's costs will be covered by grants and donations, but we will need a firm headcount for each trip. For Field Adventures for the Community (residents and visitors), donations will be required to cover the costs of staff and equipment use and to support E&FCA's efforts during the school year. The costs will be calculated on a per person basis during booking.
Your donations will help science teachers hone their skills during the summer by leading adventures and will help bring more kids into the field during the school year! We much appreciate your contributions!