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Miniboat Mission Accomplished

What began as a high school marine biology class project in Florida, USA transformed into a two-year ocean exploration odyssey across the Atlantic. The vessel at the heart of this story is Sea Eagle, a student-built and GPS-tracked miniboat.

Launched in May 2023, as part of a learning initiative in ocean literacy, is now a 2025 marvel within a small sea-side community in Southern France.

Sea Eagle’s voyage is a powerful example of how experiential education — projects that are student-led, interdisciplinary, and extend beyond classroom walls — can lead to unexpected discoveries, both scientific and personal. What started as a simple school project is now an epic journey, weaving together themes of curiosity, durability, and connection.

As we eagerly anticipate the cross-continental connection forged between students in Lite-et-Mixe and Jacksonville, now that Sea Eagle has landed and been recovered, check out the full story in our latest podcast:

Dive into the Details

🎧Listen to our latest podcast episode “The Sea Eagle Has Landed”.

🖱️Scroll through the latest social media buzz, such as our latest Traffic Report, France’s own ICI update or even the local police’s post!

📰Read ICI’s article: “A small boat, launched two years ago in Florida by students, is stranded in Lit-at-Mixe”

MB Sea Eagle also has its very own webpage for you to browse and learn more about this specific project!

About Us

Educational Passages is a 501c3 non-profit organization with a mission is to connect people around the world to the ocean and each other through unique global experiences. Please consider making a donation, joining us to empower students to become citizen scientists and global ocean stewards.

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Join us in our mission to connect people around the world to the ocean and each other! We need your help so that together we can continue to inspire students, support educators, and connect communities.

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