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The Big Blue Crew is accepting new members! We'd love to welcome ocean lovers into our crew, a community of ocean advocates who are passionate about inspiring others to protect the sea. We have crew members all over the world and of all ages. Learn more: bigblueandyou.org/big-blue-crew

Want to do more for our oceans this year? Here's a few ways to become a better ocean advocate (with some help from our amazing Big Blue Crew members!)

A big shoutout to Cash, one of our awesome Big Blue Crew members! 📣 @theconservationkid has helped his whole family make eliminate plastic all around their house, from water bottles to straws, and from bathroom essentials to shopping bags.

🌍💙 From student advocate to sustainability leader! Vanessa R. started her #PlasticFreeCities journey unsure of how to make an impact. Now, she’s leading canvassing workshops, mentoring students & getting businesses to join the movement! 💪♻️ Read more: bigblueandyou.org/blog/plastic-f…

This month we're celebrating National Black History Month! And we'd like to start by shouting out a few Black ocean scientists you should have on your radar and follow their projects! If you are not following them or their projects yet, make sure you check them out! 💙

It's almost time for the Big Game! Are you throwing a watch party? Here's a few tips for a sustainable party!

Today we're celebrating all the amazing women and girls in science! 💙 If you're interested in science, make sure you follow your dreams! We need your unique perspective and expertise to make a better tomorrow!

What a journey it’s been! Over the past 2.5 years, @PlasticFreeCities has empowered students, engaged businesses, and rallied communities to take action against plastic pollution.⁠ ⁠ The impact speaks for itself—check out these numbers! 👀✨ ⁠

It's National Skip The Straw Day! 🚫🥤 Remember that you can always ask for your drink without a straw when ordering if they don't have plastic-free alternatives. Every time counts, and it's a great way to let businesses know that plastic straws are no longer wanted.

Happy #WomensHistoryMonth! Here are a few of our favorite women in the marine sciences that paved the way for us today! These women, and many more, have paved the way for the next generation in ocean science. Follow your dreams, ladies! 💙

Happy National Wildlife Day! If you had to pick one, what is your favorite marine animal? 😍 1. Blue whale 2. Great white shark 3. Manta ray 4. Clownfish 5. Octopus 6. Green turtle Or comment your favorite and tell us why!

It's #WorldBookDay! 📖 If you're looking for a new read for your kids, make sure you check out Danni's book! You can find it on Amazon or learn more here: danniwashington.com/author

It's time to grab your Plastic Free Cities Manual! We've been expanding Plastic Free Cities through Miami, and documented everything you need to know to start your own plastic free project in your community! Grab it here: bigblueandyou.org/plastic-free-c…

It's World Water Day! 💧This year's theme is Glacier Preservation. Our glaciers are melting faster than ever, and it's causing more and more problems around the world. Floods, droughts and landslides are becoming more common because of rapidly melting glaciers.

Big Blue & You is excited to announce that we’ve been chosen as a recipient of Open Water 🌊 #SeaChangeGrants! This grant will help fund our #SeaYouthRiseUp program where we unite young leaders in WA DC during Capitol Hill Ocean Week (CHOW) and World Ocean Day!

We’re welcoming Lauren Martin as our new Program Manager! 💙 With a Master’s in Marine Mammal Science and a strong connection to her Mohawk roots, Lauren is bringing heart, knowledge, and a whole new wave of inspiration to Big Blue & You. 🌿🐬 Read more: bigblueandyou.org/blog/2025/4/12…

Happy National Dolphin Day! Did you know there are over 40 different species of dolphins all around the world? Most live in our oceans, but there's a few fresh water dolphin species as well!

🌎 Earth Day is coming up, so we wanted to share a few ideas on how you can take Action on Earth Day! This year's theme is Our Power, Our Planet. If you have any other good ideas for Earth Day 2025, please share in the comments! 🌎

Happy Earth Day! 🌎 This year's theme is Our Power, Our Planet. This year is all about renewable energy, and taking action to triple the generation of clean electricity around the world by 2030. You can help by advocating to your local politicians, joining rallies or town halls!

🌊 Capitol Hill Ocean Week is fast approaching, and we're hoping to send another delegation of Sea Youth Rise Up youth leaders to Washington D.C. again this year! If you'd like to contribute, click here: bigblueandyou.org/donate 💙