Learn more about Bow Seat Ocean Awareness Programs' history and milestones, meet some of our award-winning student artists from around the globe, and explore special projects and campaigns we’ve been involved with over the years.
In 2009, Bow Seat's founder Linda Cabot and her daughters embarked on a journey to film a documentary about environmental issues impacting the Gulf of Maine, a transformative experience that would lead to the creation of Bow Seat.
The Contest was launched to challenge high school students to think critically and respond personally to real challenges facing the ocean.
Karen Alexander, an ocean historian, and Sara Ellis, a marine biologist, join the Bow Seat team as judges for the Ocean Awareness Essay Contest.
Isaac (Portland High School, ME) earned First Place in the inaugural Ocean Awareness Essay Contest for his powerful piece on overfishing.
The Ocean Awareness Essay Contest challenged high school students to think critically and respond personally to real threats facing the ocean.
We received submissions from students in 15 states and Canada.
Sidni Frederick (Brookline High School, MA) earned First Place for her essay "The Story of the North Atlantic Right Whale: Past, Present, and Future."
