Earth Is
Blue
™
Our Blue Heritage
Through partnerships with communities and individuals, sanctuaries help keep the heritage of our ocean and Great Lakes alive.
Get into the Blue
The ocean and Great Lakes are our planet’s greatest playground – and national marine sanctuaries protect some of the best, most iconic places to play.
Stories from the Blue
Behind every success of the National Marine Sanctuary System is a group of dedicated people: scientists, volunteers, educators, community members, and more.
Faraway Ocean
Take a trip to some of the lesser-known and lesser-visited sites of your National Marine Sanctuary System.
Life in the Blue
Throughout the National Marine Sanctuary System, you’ll find an astounding array of marine life, all relying on the indispensable resources of the ocean and Great Lakes.
Explore the Blue
The National Marine Sanctuary System collaborates with scientists to obtain new knowledge on species diversity, ecosystem health, and more.
The Blue and You
People all across the country support their national marine sanctuaries through volunteering and education – and you can do the same.
Your Earth is Blue
Through photography, sanctuary visitors show the world the special places of the National Marine Sanctuary System through their eyes.