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Tampa Bay Watch is dedicated to fostering a healthy Tampa Bay watershed through community-driven restoration projects, education programs, and outreach initiatives.

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Discovery Center

Explore our educational space on the St. Pete Pier, featuring interactive exhibits, daily programs, and a touch tank full of animals from the estuary!

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Together, we can bring life to the bay.

It takes a community to make lasting change and protect the future of Tampa Bay’s ecosystem.

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Are you passionate about protecting our waterways? Take a stand for Tampa Bay’s future.

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Our annual events are designed to educate, entertain, and strengthen the community.

Host an unforgettable occasion at our beautiful waterfront event space.

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our mission in action

Discover how we achieve our mission through collective action.

What's New

Explore upcoming events and volunteer opportunities.

2024 Photo Calendar Contest
Don’t forget to cast your vote for your favorite photos! Together, we’re celebrating Tampa Bay’s beauty and continuing our mission to Restore the Bay Every Day.
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Rays Up-September 19
Join us for a night of baseball and conservation at the Tampa Bay Rays vs. Boston Red Sox game! One lucky ticket holder will win a 4-pack of Wildlife Boat Tour tickets at our Discovery Center.
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Sandbar Snorkeling
Join our knowledgeable marine science educators in search of fish, crabs, snails, seahorses, and more.
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Wildlife Boat Tours
Experience marine wildlife up close, learn about Tampa Bay’s unique history and ecosystem –all while enjoying a scenic voyage throughout the bay.
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2024 Evening for the Bay-November 2
You are cordially invited to an enchanting night under the stars. Indulge in exquisite cocktails, savor a delectable plated dinner, and groove to lively music.
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The Discovery Center on the St. Pete Pier

Learn how we're engaging the community with hands-on education for all.

Pier Into the Wild

Immerse yourself in interactive exhibits and hands-on experiences that bring the vibrant ecosystem of Tampa Bay to life.

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Shells for Shorelines - Oyster Shell Recycling Program

Find out how we turn food scraps into habitats.

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See how we give new life to discarded oyster shells from local restaurants, transforming them into building blocks for restoring Tampa Bay's vital oyster reef habitats.

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We're currently seeking new volunteers and restaurants to help expand our efforts.

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