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Just in time for World Ocean Day, we are unveiling the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary commemorative poster!

Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary is located along 276 miles of California's coast, stretching from seven miles north of the Golden Gate Bridge south to Cambria. The 6,094 square miles of sanctuary waters contain extensive kelp forests, underwater canyons, and an underwater mountain teeming with life Davidson Seamount. Known as the "Serengeti of the Sea," the sanctuary harbors incredible marine life, diverse habitats, and offer spectacular opportunities for diving, fishing, whale watching, and more. The sanctuary's seafloor contains a living museum with significant archaeological, historical, and cultural resources.

Take a look for yourself and download the poster today:

"My name's Kai and I'm a marine biology student at the University of Oregon, currently working in the Sutherland Lab studying salp locomotion and architecture. I have so much #PrideInTheOcean because of how isolating our field can feel at times. #PrideInTheOcean is about creating community and encouraging queer people that they're welcome in the ocean and the marine sciences, and I'm so proud to be a part of my own wonderful and supportive community that I've built over the years. Keep your chin up, and don't give up! Things will always get better."

Throughout the month of June, the National Marine Sanctuary System is celebrating Ocean Month and Pride Month through our #PrideInTheOcean campaign. Our ocean is for everyone, no matter who you love, and we want to know how you take pride in this blue planet. 🏳️‍🌈

Learn how you can be featured:

How do you show #PrideInTheOcean? 🌈

We're asking you to post an image of yourself in, on, or by the ocean with a caption explaining why and how you take pride in the ocean! We are especially looking to center voices from the LGBTQ+ community and welcome submissions from allies promoting inclusivity in ocean spaces and the outdoors. Email your submissions to [email protected] to be featured on our social media pages and website!

Supervisor of Curriculum and Instruction at The Maritime Aquarium at Norwalk (She/Her)

"As a queer educator, I take #PrideInTheOcean by striving to make marine science and conservation a more accessible and inclusive space. I have the privilege of teaching students about the wonder and importance of the ocean - not just to the animals and plants that live there, but to human society as well. My job is to make sure that everyone feels like they can connect to our local waters and the global ocean, whether it's taking the time to look at shells when they go to the beach, advocating for conservation goals, or pursuing a career in marine biology.”

Throughout the month of June, the National Marine Sanctuary System is celebrating Ocean Month and Pride Month through our #PrideInTheOcean campaign. Our ocean is for everyone, no matter who you love, and we want to know how you take pride in this blue planet. 🏳️‍🌈

Learn how you can be featured: