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OPEN OCEAN
Conserving our oceans one mind at a time.
Welcome to Open Ocean
Open Ocean is a community led conservation initiative dedicated to protecting the Red Sea and empowering the people who call it home.
Volunteering with Open Ocean
At a time when "voluntourism" raises concerns about ethics, impact and authenticity, Open Ocean sets itself apart, quietly reshaping what it means to volunteer in marine conservation. A non-profit organisation with no employed staff, Open Ocean is entirely driven by passionate volunteers with vision. If you’ve ever dreamed of making a real, lasting impact on the ocean and in the community, this isn’t just another opportunity - it’s THE opportunity!
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Reef & Beach Clean-Ups
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Educational Workshops
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Scientific Data Collection
Take part in various Citizen Science initiatives with Turtle Watch, Shark Trust, Coral Watch and more.
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Community Programmes
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Academic & Research Collaboration
Open Ocean offers a fully equipped field station with labs, classrooms, accommodation, and an on-site dive centre, supporting research and fieldwork in the Red Sea.
Do you need Red Sea data for an academic or non-profit project? Open Ocean supports tailored research initiatives and collaborative conservation efforts.
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Universities
Undergraduate and postgraduate research opportunities, field courses, and expeditions including collaborations with the University of Glasgow that produce peer-reviewed publications and academic theses.
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Organisations & Individuals
Dedicated facilities and expert guidance for researchers and non-profits delivering marine science and conservation projects. Full support for high-quality data collection and impactful outcomes.
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Schools
Structured learning experiences for school groups in survey methods, data collection, and research skills through SCUBA or snorkelling, with meaningful opportunities for community engagement.
Conservation Starts With Community
Open Ocean works closely with local communities, schools and youth groups to raise awareness and inspire long term environmental responsibility.
With well-established and inter-connected missions of Education, Research, Citizen Science and Conservation, Open Ocean provides the sustainable structure, supervision and purpose needed for community members of all ages, skill sets and levels of experience to make a tangible difference for the reef, the region and the future.
✓ Educational Events & Presentations
✓ Hands on conservation work
✓ Community engagement projects
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Get Involved With Global Citizen Science Projects
Open Ocean bridges the gap between researchers and the public through open-access, local and global, long-term marine data projects.
If you have a Citizen Science project that we can assist with please do not hesitate to contact us. Open Ocean actively seeks to support other non profit organisations working to secure the future of the planet.
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Sea Grass Survey
Monitor the seagrass at Abu Sauatir and annuallly track aquatic iife development and regress through the seasons.
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Coral Monitoring
Join Coral Watch Citizen Science programme and help understanding of reef ecosystems and empower communities to protect them.
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Blue Spotted Ray Study
Help provide vital information about this research-lacking species. From population estimating, to movement and behaviour patterns, your work will greatly contribute to citizen science.
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Turtle Watch
The scale patterns on a sea turtle's cheeks are as unique as a human fingerprint, divers and snorkelers submit photos of the turtle's left and right facial profiles allows biologists to log individuals over a vast regional basis.
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Red Sea Species Research
Take part in a scientific investigations that analyses the variety, abundance, and composition of fish species sharing a specific aquatic environment at a given time.
Open Ocean Marine Workshops
Courses developed with University of Glasgow, combining theory, fieldwork, and real research contribution.
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Open Ocean Survey Diver
2 Classroom Sessions with 4 Open Water Dives
?€275.00
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Open Ocean Survey Snorkeler
2 Classroom Sessions with 4 Open Water Snorkels
?€275.00
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Open Ocean Coral & Fish ID
For recreational divers & early-career scientists, various modules available tailored to the individual candidate.
?€275.00
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