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For more than 25 years, NESS has used the ocean as our classroom, where learners of all ages and abilities can discover new possibilities, build confidence, and connect with others and the natural world.


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Latest Articles

NESS Expands Community Partnership Strategy, Appoints International Marine Science Leader to Advance Educational Opportunities

2026 NESS Summer Race Season Highlights

NESS Partners with Sailing Ships Maine to Offer Liveaboard Sailing Voyages for Teens

NESS Summer Camp Programs 2026

NESS Elects Chris Patsiga to Board of Directors

AmeriCorps Week 2026: Service in Action at NESS

Accreditations & Affiliations

Recognized standards in education, sailing, and powerboating.
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Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS)
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Our Partners

With gratitude to the organizations that support our mission.
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New England Ocean Science Education Collaboration (NEOSEC)
Educational Passages
RIEEA
Save the Sound
National Marine Educators Association (NMEA)
B-WET - 20 Years and Growing
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