In this episode of the Tybee Island Marine Science Center podcast, host Jessica Leigh Lebos welcomes Sarah Porter, the chapter director for Gray's Reef National Marine Sanctuary, located 19 miles off the Georgia coast.

The discussion delves into the mission and unique features of the sanctuary, including its diverse marine life, educational outreach programs, and conservation efforts. Highlights include the innovative ROV competitions, the sanctuary's role as a habitat for endangered species like the North Atlantic right whale, and upcoming developments at the Ocean Discovery Center in Savannah, set to reopen with new interactive exhibits on October 18th. Sarah also shares anecdotes from her time in the Peace Corps and the profound impact it had on her career in marine conservation.

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00:00 Welcome to Tybee Island Marine Science Center

00:29 Introducing Sarah Porter and Grey's Reef

01:56 The Mission of Grey's Reef Marine Sanctuary

04:09 Exploring the Unique Live Bottom Reef

06:38 The Cultural and Scientific Significance

07:47 Sarah Porter's Peace Corps Experience

12:42 Engaging the Next Generation with ROV Competitions

16:52 Robots Equipped for Salt Water

17:11 Educational Components at Grey's Reef

17:16 Ocean Discovery Center in Savannah

18:32 Exciting New Exhibits Coming Soon

19:27 Dorking Out About Nudibranchs

21:50 Exploring Grey's Reef

23:32 North Atlantic Right Whales

25:46 Intersection of Technology and Conservation

27:38 Sharks, Sea Turtles, and More

29:40 Grand Reopening and Community Celebration