Ocean-Friendly Actions
Loveland Living Planet Aquarium is celebrating all things oceanic this year with our 2026 World Ocean Day celebration on Monday, June 8! Plan your visit to the Aquarium to learn what actions you can take to support the health of our living planet.
WORLD OCEAN DAY
World Ocean Day is Monday, June 8! By committing to small actions, we can protect vital marine ecosystems and keep our oceans healthy.
ACTIVITIES
Join us for exciting hands-on activities to explore the science of the ocean! From the deep sea to icy poles to mangrove forests, there is so much to discover.
ACTIONS
Keeping the ocean clean is essential for a healthy planet. Make a pledge to help our global marine ecosystems by taking action in your own home.
World Ocean Day is presented by:
Ways You Can Make a Difference
Everyone can influence change. Here are some ways you can make a difference.
OCEAN CONNECTION
We can celebrate the connection of the world’s oceans daily by taking action to keep the Earth and oceans clean. Join us in making a difference with these simple steps:
- Don’t litter, and if you see trash on the ground, pick it up.
- Make sure you recycle.
- Pack your lunch in a reusable container.
- Choose reef-safe sunscreens.
MY CHOICES MATTER
We can make every day World Ocean Day by making good choices that help coral reefs across the globe. Join us in making a difference with these simple steps:
- Eat sustainable seafood by using tools like the Seafood Watch website.
- Use a reusable bottle instead of single use plastic.
- See what other disposable items used in everyday life can be replaced with a re-usable – think shopping bags!
KNOWLEDGE IS POWER
Reef-safe sunscreen helps keep harmful particles and chemicals out of the water and protects coral species. Here are guidelines for buying reef-safe sunscreen:
- Key words to look for:
Biodegradable, Mineral Sunscreen, and Non-nano particles - Cruelty-free logos to look for:
