The annual Spoonbill Ocean Sciences Bowl will take place on Saturday, March 27th. This event is a tournament style academic competition to challenge high school students' knowledge on all things ocean science.
Despite being a virtual event (for the first time ever!), they are in need of adult volunteers. The volunteer registration deadline is Friday, February 12th (Click here for details and to register).
Saildrone and Palantir have announced a new strategic partnership that is set to transform maritime security. By accelerating the deployment of autonomous systems, this collaboration unlocks advanced artificial intelligence (AI)-driven maritime solutions at scale. In a world grappling with rising global threats and a shipbuilding industry pushed to its limits, this alliance signals a seismic shift in how we safeguard our seas.
2025 marked the 11th year for the St. Petersburg Science Festival and the 30th year for Florida Fish and Wildlife Research Institute's MarineQuest. It was a fantastic opportunity for 1200+ 4th and 5th graders on School Days and 9K+ community members on the Public Day to participate in hands-on activities exploring all facets of STEAM. Kudos to the sponsors, exhibitors, volunteers and Steering Committee for another successful year.