There are many ways you can contribute to the mission of MKEI.
MKEI provides outreach opportunities, cultivating exploration of environmental sciences through hands-on encounters. Attendees gain meaningful experiences to create environmental stewards, and they build sustainable action through explorative environmental connections.
Our Annual Family Estuary Festival is our largest event, and requires lots of volunteers to provide a fun learning experience to the almost 1,200 attendees every year. But volunteers are also needed at other events throughout the year, and occasionally for projects. Contact our office or follow us on social media for opportunities.
A variety of opportunities exist within MKEI to assist with our projects and events. Previous internships and work study positions have included assisting with the Oyster Reef Faunal Assessment.
Our scientists frequently discuss their research findings and present their data to our blog. MKEI is also proud to feature guest bloggers from other environmental influencers in our area. Head over to our blog to see catch up on the latest MKEI environmental reports!
March Fish of the Month: Bay Anchovy Anchoa mitchelli Dr. Geoffrey Smith NWFSC Biology Instructor Spring has arrived in Florida and for many fish species, the corresponding increase in temperature leads to greater overall activity, which requires more food to be consumed. But what do all those hungry fish eat? The answer for a…
We are excited to announce Dr. Geoffrey Smith, Northwest Florida State College biology instructor, has been awarded a Pensacola and Perdido Bay Estuary Program (PPBEP) community grant. MKEI is honored to be able to assist Dr. Smith as he studies peripheral oyster populations in Santa Rosa Sound and urban bayous of Pensacola Bay. Oysters are…
We build capacity to inspire global, environmental agents of change.