How much do you know about birds? Have you ever stopped to notice the many beautiful bird species we have right here in our own backyard? There are thousands of different birds, both resident and migratory, that frequent the California…
By Amy Knight, Scripps Graduate Student and Ocean Connectors Volunteer I have always believed that a connection to the environment is essential to personal wellbeing. However it wasn’t until I became a teacher that I realized the equal value and…
Ocean Connectors has a new trick up our sleeve this whale watching season! Boarding Ring has graciously donated eight pairs of their anti-motion sickness glasses for use with our 5th grade Whale Exploration Program. These innovative glasses are helping us…
Ocean Connectors periodically features our funders and donors in our blog, to let the community know how much we appreciate their generous support! These incredible organizations are making a direct contribution to our mission to educate, inspire, and connect underserved…
Ocean Connectors recently received the 2016 SDX Non-Profit Brand of the Year Award! Ocean Connectors received this honor for building a strong brand through professionalism in advertising, marketing, commnications, and contributions to the community at-large. In order to qualify for…
The term “pen-pal” originated back in the 1930’s, and it has been a popular form of communication ever since, even in today’s digital age. The excitement of communicating over long distance is especially memorable during our childhood, when we are…
On October 5th, 2016 the Industrial Environmental Association (IEA) held its first annual Foundation dinner in downtown San Diego. Ocean Connectors was one of four nonprofit organizations recognized at this event for giving back to the San Diego community and…
By Dr. Cindy Vasquez, Director of Educational Services at National School District and Ocean Connectors Advisory Board Member Ocean Connectors and Director Frances Kinney have been an integral part of the National School District (NSD) for nearly ten years. I…
Photo by Doug Perrine By Catherine Courtier, Scripps Graduate and Ocean Connectors Shark Intern The ocean is a vast and foreboding place, but also a place of complex and unexpected beauty. When I chose to pursue my Masters of Advanced…
Run with Ocean Connectors on Dec. 11! It’s time to lace-up for a good cause! On December 11, 2016 Ocean Connectors will be one of 21 local nonprofit causes participating in the Everywon San Diego half marathon and 5K community…
