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Get ready to dive into a month-long celebration of our beautiful oceans on National Oceans Month, which begins on June 1! This annual event was established in 1988 by the US Congress to honor and protect our world's oceans and marine life. Not only do oceans cover over 70% of the Earth's surface, but they also play a crucial role in sustaining life on our planet. From providing us with food and oxygen to regulating climate, there are countless reasons why we should appreciate and preserve these vast bodies of water. So let's make the most out of this month by learning more about our oceans and taking action to protect them for future generations to come.
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1988</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>National Oceans Month's Beginning</div><div class='timeline-text'>US Congress officially established June as National Oceans Month to honor the world's oceans and marine life.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1992</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>First UN Conference on Environment</div><div class='timeline-text'>Ocean preservation became a global concern following the first UN Conference on Environment and Development in Rio de Janeiro.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2009</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>National Ocean Policy Established</div><div class='timeline-text'>President Barack Obama established a national policy for conservation and use of the oceans, coasts, and Great Lakes.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2010</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Deepwater Horizon Disaster</div><div class='timeline-text'>The Deepwater Horizon oil spill becomes the largest marine oil spill in history, fueling conservation efforts during National Oceans Month.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2013</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>First World Oceans Summit</div><div class='timeline-text'>The first World Oceans Summit is held by The Economist, highlighting the importance of ocean conservation.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2017</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Ocean Plastic Crisis Attention</div><div class='timeline-text'>Research on the enormity of the ocean plastic crisis gained global attention, reinforcing the importance of ocean health and sustainable practices during National Oceans Month.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Go on a beach clean-up</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Get involved in helping to keep our oceans clean by organizing or participating in a beach clean-up event. This is a great way to give back to the environment and celebrate National Oceans Month.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Attend an ocean conservation workshop</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Educate yourself on the importance of ocean conservation by attending a workshop or seminar hosted by a local conservation organization. You'll learn about the impact of human actions on the ocean and what you can do to help.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Try a new water sport</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Celebrate the beauty and vastness of the ocean by trying out a new water sport such as surfing, stand-up paddleboarding, or kayaking. Not only will you have fun, but you'll also appreciate the ocean even more.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Host a seafood cook-off</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Gather some friends and family and host a seafood cook-off! Everyone can bring their favorite seafood dish to share and you can even make it a competition with prizes for the best dish.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Watch a documentary about the ocean</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Spend a night in and watch a documentary about the ocean. This is a great way to learn more about our oceans and appreciate their beauty and importance in our world.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It raises awareness for ocean conservation</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>National Oceans Month is an important time to bring attention to the pressing issue of ocean conservation. Through various events and campaigns, people are encouraged to learn more about the impact of human activities on our oceans and how we can take action to protect them.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It highlights the importance of marine life</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Our oceans are home to a vast array of amazing creatures - from tiny plankton to giant whales. National Oceans Month brings attention to the beauty and diversity of marine life and encourages people to appreciate and protect these incredible animals.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It promotes responsible actions towards the ocean</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>By educating the public on issues such as pollution, overfishing, and climate change, National Oceans Month encourages people to make responsible choices when it comes to their own impact on the ocean. This could include reducing plastic waste or choosing sustainable seafood options.</p></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>1</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>More than 80% of our ocean is unmapped, unobserved, and unexplored</h3><p class='facts-content'>Despite the ocean's vastness, we have only explored a small fraction of it. This leaves a large majority of the ocean unexplored, providing endless possibilities for new discoveries and understanding.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>2</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>The longest mountain range is underwater</h3><p class='facts-content'>Running for more than 60,000 kilometers around the globe, the Mid-Oceanic Ridge is the longest mountain range and it's mostly beneath the ocean's surface.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>3</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>The ocean produces over half of the world's oxygen</h3><p class='facts-content'>Phytoplankton, tiny plant-like organisms live in the ocean and produce oxygen through photosynthesis. This process contributes to over half of the world's total oxygen supply.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>4</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>The majority of life on Earth is aquatic</h3><p class='facts-content'>Since most of our planet is covered in water, it's no surprise that the majority of life on Earth lives in the ocean. This includes thousands of different species ranging from the smallest microorganisms to the largest creatures on Earth.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>5</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>The Great Barrier Reef can be seen from space</h3><p class='facts-content'>As the world's largest coral reef system, the Great Barrier Reef is so extensive that it can even be seen from space. It serves as a home to a wide array of marine biodiversity.</p></div></div>
National Oceans Month is celebrated on June 1st every year. In 2024 National Oceans Month will occur on a Saturday.
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