Lessons
Dive Into Ocean Learning Adventures
Biodiversity in Ocean Ecosystems
Explore the rich biodiversity of ocean ecosystems.
Bottle Redemption with CLYNK
Lead the way toward a cleaner ocean by learning about plastic pollution's impact, innovative solutions, and how to reduce plastic waste!
Challenges and Adaptations
Focus in on one animal in the Intertidal Zone and the specific challenges that it faces and the adaptations the species has developed to overcome them.
Cultural Heritage of the Ocean
Learn about the cultural significance of the ocean.
Day in the Life: Maine Oyster Farm
Ever wonder what it's like to be an oyster farmer on the coast of Maine? Learn firsthand with Alicia, the owner of Nauti Sisters Sea Farm.
Day in the Life: Maine Oyster Farmer
Meet a real oyster farmer and explore the world of ocean farming.
Explore the Ecosystem
Head out and visit the coast or another nearby ecosystem! Come back and log your visit in the Field Journal.
Kettle Cove Intertidal Exploration
Come along as we explore the Intertidal Zone in Cape Elizabeth, Maine using the Quadrat Sampling method.
Quadrat Sampling
Learn the methods of quadrat sampling used by ecologists and if you're able, head out and apply it to the Intertidal Zone!
Understanding the Ocean Food Web
Learn how energy flows through ocean ecosystems.
Virtual Field Trip: Maine Oyster Farm
Take a virtual trip to a real oyster farm and see aquaculture inaction—no boots required!
Biodiversity in Ocean Ecosystems
Explore the rich biodiversity of ocean ecosystems.
Bottle Redemption with CLYNK
Lead the way toward a cleaner ocean by learning about plastic pollution's impact, innovative solutions, and how to reduce plastic waste!
Challenges and Adaptations
Focus in on one animal in the Intertidal Zone and the specific challenges that it faces and the adaptations the species has developed to overcome them.
Cultural Heritage of the Ocean
Learn about the cultural significance of the ocean.
Day in the Life: Maine Oyster Farm
Ever wonder what it's like to be an oyster farmer on the coast of Maine? Learn firsthand with Alicia, the owner of Nauti Sisters Sea Farm.
Day in the Life: Maine Oyster Farmer
Meet a real oyster farmer and explore the world of ocean farming.
Explore the Ecosystem
Head out and visit the coast or another nearby ecosystem! Come back and log your visit in the Field Journal.
Kettle Cove Intertidal Exploration
Come along as we explore the Intertidal Zone in Cape Elizabeth, Maine using the Quadrat Sampling method.
Quadrat Sampling
Learn the methods of quadrat sampling used by ecologists and if you're able, head out and apply it to the Intertidal Zone!
Understanding the Ocean Food Web
Learn how energy flows through ocean ecosystems.
Virtual Field Trip: Maine Oyster Farm
Take a virtual trip to a real oyster farm and see aquaculture inaction—no boots required!
Who we are
It starts with Education
What is My Saltwater Classroom?
Saltwater Classroom is a Maine-based 501(C)3 non-profit organization that is committed to a new wave of ocean education.
We believe that the first step towards a sustainable future on our Blue Planet is a renewed emphasis on ocean literacy. From education stems passion, and from passion blooms stewardship.
In 2016, in a small school in the cerros, or hills, above a coastal Chilean city, Alexandra Doudera first had the vision for what would become Saltwater Classroom.
She envisioned an opportunity for young students, like the ones pictured here, to learn about the ocean and connect with one another, growing a global network of ocean stewards.
