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We need volunteers to join us on our Shoresearch events around the Selsey area. We are currently monitoring three sites, each has a different feel when exploring. What is Shoresearch? It is a volunteer programme that allows you to take part to help our coasts. The Sussex Shoresearch volunteer program is coordinated by the Sussex Wildlife Trust and forms part of a national programme of Shoresearch recording led by The Wildlife Trusts. Mulberry Marine Experiences are working in partnership with Sussex Wildlife Trust to offer more opportunities for you to take part. The aim is to build a baseline of data on the wildlife that is living in the intertidal ecosystem around Sussex, that can be used to improve understanding and promote conservation. What Happens? The events are timed to coincide with low water so we can conduct a walk over survey recording the species that we find and the habitats where they are living. Each event will last for around 2-3 hours and involve walking, wading and exploration of rocky areas. Who is it suitable for? Suitable for anyone over 12, but all children under 15 must be accompanied by an adult. We do offer some junior events for younger children that want to be included, they will be advertised a Junior Shoresearch. Do I need to be an expert in Marine Life? No. All you need is eagle eyes and a sense of adventure. Cameras are welcome and we are happy to arrange events for school groups, and educational facilities All shoresearch events are provide free of charge and run by first aid trained members of the Mulberry team.

What is a Citizen Science? It is when the public voluntarily helps conduct scientific research. The programmes are designed by scientists and contribute to the knowledge, and well being of our natural environment. At Mulberry Marine Experiences, taking part in these programmes help us to support the Marine Environment, local charities and groups that are working on specific projects to support the waters and inhabitants around the UK. Citizen Science Days will show you how you can turn every beach day into a positive way to help the seas and oceans, they are your chance to make a difference. Why come along? It might be your first time and you are not sure where to start, it could be to help a project you are already supporting further, a chance to find out more about the work that we carry out and meet a group of who people want to have fun whilst helping. We offer days monthly and each day will be made up of several elements including micro beach cleans (specific sites in areas of 100ms), shark and ray egg case recording, kelp recording, intertidal species surveys, and marine interactions including how to act around seals, reporting sightings of healthy and sick animals. There are opportunities for volunteers to take part in water if you want but this optional. For more information on taking part in the water check out our Seasearch Observer Days for snorkellers, freedivers and divers. Each Citizen Science Day will be run by Mulberry staff who are fully first aid trained. Full briefings and equipment will be provided (thank you to COVE Communities who sponsored our beach clean kits) for all land-based activities, if you are taking part in water equipment can be hired. These family friendly days are provided as free community programmes, but we do ask you to enroll below so we can plan staff accordingly. Would you like to volunteer to help us run these dates? Give us a call on 01243 601000. If you are a business looking to get your staff involved, we offer corporate days. Contact us to discuss our well being and environment offering for your employees. Please join us, we cannot do it without you.

At Mulberry Marine Experiences we know that not everyone has a buddy or opportunity to go diving as often they would like and when new to a site you may not be sure of currents, conditions and best times to go diving. Our Marshalled shore dives are designed to help solve these concerns for our certified divers. Selsey is fortunate to have an accessible shore dive along East Beach, that allows you to explore the Marine Conservation Zone laying just off the beach. We have regular and seasonal visitors that include cat sharks, rays, pipefish, seahorses, nudibranchs, crabs, wrasse, anemones and much more. With a maximum depth of 6 metres there is plenty of time for exploring, creature spotting and for taking pictures. Every Marshalled Dive is supported by Mulberry Staff who are first aid trained and ready to assist. They will meet you and make introductions to buddy pairs if you have not met before, provide you with a full briefing for the site and then stay as surface cover for your dive. We include 12L cylinders with air and 10 kg block weight on a belt as part of the booking, if you do not require just drop us an email. Your surface cover will meet you on Lifeboat Station Green 30 minutes before estimated dive time, so we recommend that you have set up your equipment ready for the briefing. You must have a DSMB and reel each and a timing device. Selsey is a working beach and DSMBs are essential. I do not have a buddy can I book on a Marshalled Dive? Yes, we will match you up and make introductions before the briefing. I have never dived in the UK are these suitable for me? They make a great first sea dive experience in the UK. Can I hire other equipment? Yes, we do offer equipment rental, why not check out the pricing plans to include equipment with you dive and save a little money. We do not hire mask, snorkels, gloves, hoods, DSMBS and Reels (included with some wet suits). All equipment must be hired in advance please contact us with your requirements. Can I arrange a Marshall for my club or just for my buddy and I? Yes, we are happy to look at providing a marshalling service for you. You need to contact us by email to check availability and price. I would prefer to dive with a Professional do you offer Guided Dives? Yes, we can offer a guided dive. Please contact us for more information and availability.

We are fortunate at Mulberry Marine Experiences to be located just minutes from the beach at Selsey, West Sussex. The area is included in the Selsey Bill and Hounds Marine Conservation Zone and has an amazing biodiversity of life. Just along the coast we have access to Bognor Rocks at the Aldwick end - both perfect for a spot of exploring and using your skills as a snorkeller or freediver. When the weather is good and summer evenings are long you will be hard pressed to find a better place to be than in the sea so never be hampered by a lack of a buddy. Take the chance to put your skills into practice, with time for you to explore and get close to the marine life! All the meets are staffed by Mulberry Marine Experiences. We provide a briefing, advice and surface cover whilst you are in the water, with every member of staff fully first aid trained. Each workshop runs for a maximum of three hours. They are open everyone who holds a Snorkel Diver (or equivalent) certification or above. We ask that children under 15 be accompanied by an adult, they do not have to be in the water but need to remain close to hand in the event the Junior wishes to finish early. We take safety as seriously as our fun so if you have not trained with us before then we reserve the right to ask you work with an Instructor for your first session, please just email us for further full details. What is included? Surface Cover Briefing We will give you a buddy if you do not have one Equipment can be hired, it will need to be booked in advance. We recommend you contact us when you book your club sessions, members benefit from reduced hire rates.

Mantas, rays and skates glide through the water, almost appearing to fly. They capture the imagination and when encountered it stays with you. They are a quite unique in appearance among ocean fish. The SSI Manta and Ray Ecology Course is designed to help you discover more about them. You will find out what makes a ray a ray, distinguish how they differ from sharks, look at their chosen habitats, eating habits and how to tell them apart. During your workshop presentation we include unique sections by Mulberry Marine to cover the rays and skates you can see along the south coast of the UK. We look at the ICUN status and conservation programmes you can be involved with to help them. Who is suitable for? Anyone aged over six who has an interest in marine ecology. Do I have to get in the water? No this is a land-based course open to everyone with an interest. Certified Snorkel Divers and Open Water Divers have the option to add an additional open water session. A ray sighting is not guaranteed but we will show you where they like to live! Please just ask for costs, location and details. What is included in my course fee? Digital Manual Digital Certification card on completion Digital Mulberry Recognition card showing you have focused on UK species Workshop and presentations across four hours Access to the free Blue Oceans material on registration with SSI. If you want to further your understanding of the oceans and their inhabitants, we offer a range of SSI Ecology courses including, Manta and Ray Ecology, Fish Identification, Coral Identification, Marine Mammal Ecology, Sea Turtle Ecology and Shark Ecology. Cannot decide and want to do them all check out the Ecology Course bundle for a saving. Every course helps us do a little more.

Does the thought of sharks fill you with fear or excitement? They are one of those marine animals that people either love or hate. They have developed in modern popular culture as relentless killing machines just waiting in the water to hunt us!! During the SSI Shark Ecology Course, we will help you replace the fiction around sharks with fact. You will then be able to determine for yourself if that reputation is deserved. You will look at human relationships with sharks over time and cultures, how they fit into ecosystems, the history of the evolution of sharks, learn about their biology and adaptions to life as a predator. We include an unique section that focuses on the waters around the coast of Britain introducing you to our visitor and resident species. Who is suitable for? Anyone aged over six who has an interest in marine ecology. Do I have to get in the water? No this is a land-based course open to everyone with an interest. Certified Snorkel Divers and Open Water Divers have the option to add an additional open water session, where we just might get to see a shark up close. Please just ask for costs, location and details. What is included in my course fee? Digital Manual Digital Certification card on completion Digital Mulberry Recognition card showing you have focused on UK species Workshop and presentations across four hours Access to the free Blue Oceans material on registration with SSI. If you want to further your understanding of the oceans and their inhabitants, we offer a range of SSI Ecology courses including, Manta and Ray Ecology, Fish Identification, Coral Identification, Marine Mammal Ecology, Sea Turtle Ecology and Shark Ecology. Cannot decide and want to do them all check out the Ecology Course bundle for a saving. Every course helps us do a little more.

Few marine species capture the imagination like whales, seals and dolphins. We love to watch them, campaign to save them and often aspire to swim with them in the wild. If you are interested in the biology, ecology and conservation of this amazing diverse group this course id perfect for you. You will learn what makes marine mammals distinct from land mammals, discover where they live, explore their physiology, and how to identify various species. You will also learn about marine mammal conservation and how you can be involved. During your workshop presentation we will take a closer look at the UK marine mammals and how you can support the work of programmes like the Sussex Dolphin project. We will cover what to do when you see them, best code of conduct around them and how you get them help when they need it. Who is suitable for? Anyone aged over six who has an interest in marine ecology. Do I have to get in the water? No this is a land-based course open to everyone with an interest. Certified Snorkel Divers and Open Water Divers have the option to add an additional open water session. A dolphin encounter is not guaranteed but we will show you where they like to live and put you in touch with tours you can book! Please just ask for costs, location and details. What is included in my course fee? Digital Manual Digital Certification card on completion Digital Mulberry Recognition card showing you have focused on UK species Workshop and presentations across four hours Access to the free Blue Oceans material on registration with SSI. If you want to further your understanding of the oceans and their inhabitants, we offer a range of SSI Ecology courses including, Manta and Ray Ecology, Fish Identification, Coral Identification, Marine Mammal Ecology, Sea Turtle Ecology and Shark Ecology. Cannot decide and want to do them all check out the Ecology Course bundle for a saving. Every course helps us do a little more.

Sea Turtles are much-loved marine residents, from Disney characters to inspiring art and culture they appeal to all ages. The SSI Sea Turtle Ecology Course is designed to provide you with knowledge to deepen understanding and connection to them. You will learn how to be able to identify the common sea turtles you see on your ocean adventures and travels. Looking look into the history of their development, their role in ecosystems and threats that they face. Living for between 50 and 100 years investigate how they spend their time and the incredible efforts that go into producing the next generation of sea turtles. We will bring it home to the UK with an additional section on the sea turtles you are likely to encounter in the UK – yes they are known here! All but one species has been sighted around the coast of UK and Ireland. Who is suitable for? Anyone aged over six who has an interest in marine ecology. Do I have to get in the water? No this is a land-based course open to everyone with an interest. Certified Snorkel Divers and Open Water Divers have the option to add an additional open water session. We will be unlikely to meet a sea turtle but can look at potential threats and hazards to them. Please just ask for costs, location and details. What is included in my course fee? Digital Manual Digital Certification card on completion Digital Mulberry Recognition card showing you have focused on UK species Workshop and presentations across four hours Access to the free Blue Oceans material on registration with SSI. If you want to further your understanding of the oceans and their inhabitants, we offer a range of SSI Ecology courses including, Manta and Ray Ecology, Fish Identification, Coral Identification, Marine Mammal Ecology, Sea Turtle Ecology and Shark Ecology. Cannot decide and want to do them all check out the Ecology Course bundle for a saving. Every course helps us do a little more.

The oceans are full of fascinating and beautiful fish of all shapes and sizes. When we explore rock pools, go snorkelling or on a SCUBA dive there is so much to see and when you know where to look, you can discover even more. The SSI Fish Identification Course teaches you about the fish you encounter and what you need to help you identify a fish see for the first time. Your online manual will focus on the common but colourful fish families of Caribbean, Indo-Pacific, and Red Sea reef fish. Then in a presentation workshop we add unique additional sections to cover the fish you are most likely to encounter along the South Coast of England. We look at their ICUN status, and where and when you are likely to encounter them. Who is suitable for? Anyone aged over six who has an interest in marine ecology. Do I have to get in the water? No this is a land-based course open to everyone with an interest. You have the option to add a rock pool session. Certified Snorkel Divers or Open Water Divers can add a snorkel, or shore dive at Selsey, to see how many you can discover for yourself. Just ask for details of the cost and how to add this to your course when booking. Come and discover the rich biodiversity of the Sussex seas. What is included in my course fee? Digital Manual Digital Certification card on completion Digital Mulberry Recognition of the Selsey viewpoint on completion Workshop and presentations across four hours Access to the free Blue Oceans material on registration with SSI. If you want to further your understanding of the oceans and their inhabitants, we offer a range of SSI Ecology courses including, Manta and Ray Ecology, Fish Identification, Coral Identification, Marine Mammal Ecology, Sea Turtle Ecology and Shark Ecology. Cannot decide and want to do them all check out the Ecology Course bundle for a saving. Every course helps us do a little more.

The SSI Coral Identification Course will provide you with an insight into the fascinating world of corals. These tiny marine animals can form coral reefs, one of the most bio diverse ecosystems in the ocean and providing a colourful home to an abundance of life. These delicately balanced systems reflect the general health of the ocean. We will explore the basic structure of corals and coral reefs; their various reproductive methods, including mass spawning events. You will learn what to look for to help you identify various coral families you encounter and examine coral health issues. In your workshop presentation we will explore the cold-water coral species that have made the UK home. Beautiful and delicate solitary and colonial species and even deep cold-water reefs. Who is suitable for? Anyone aged over six who has an interest in marine ecology. Do I have to get in the water? No this is a land-based course open to everyone with an interest. If you are Certified Snorkel Divers or Open Water Divers there are options to add a snorkel, or dive. Just ask for details of the locations, cost and how to add this to your course when booking. What is included in my course fee? Digital Manual Digital Certification card on completion Digital Mulberry Recognition card showing you have focused on UK species Workshop and presentations across four hours Access to the free Blue Oceans material on registration with SSI. If you want to further your understanding of the oceans and their inhabitants, we offer a range of SSI Ecology courses including, Manta and Ray Ecology, Fish Identification, Coral Identification, Marine Mammal Ecology, Sea Turtle Ecology and Shark Ecology. Cannot decide and want to do them all check out the Ecology Course bundle for a saving. Every course helps us do a little more.

The SSI Marine Ecology Course is designed to provide you with a general introduction to the subject of marine ecology. You will look at how marine organisms interact with each other and their environment, the flow of energy through communities, and the link between ocean ecosystems. We look at the way humans interact with the oceans. Allowing us to better understand the effect this has on the complex and balanced ecosystems and measures we can take to protect them. Provided with your courses is an online manual that will provide you with a global overview, then in your academic workshop we will cover unique content that brings all the information together in a UK and Selsey context. Who is suitable for? Anyone aged over six who has an interest in marine ecology. Do I have to get in the water? No this is a land-based course open to everyone with an interest. You have the option to add a Marine Life Walk, snorkel, or shore dive at Selsey, to see first-hand the theories covered in class. Just ask for details of the cost and how to add this to your course when booking. What is included in my course fee? Digital Manual Digital Certification card on completion Digital Mulberry Recognition of the Selsey viewpoint on completion Workshop and presentations across four hours Access to the free Blue Oceans material on registration with SSI. If you want to further your understanding of the oceans and their inhabitants, we offer a range of SSI Ecology courses including, Manta and Ray Ecology, Fish Identification, Coral Identification, Marine Mammal Ecology, Sea Turtle Ecology and Shark Ecology. Cannot decide and want to do them all check out the Ecology Course bundle for a saving. Every course helps us do a little more.

We currently offer seven SSI Ecology Courses for you to choose from with more coming soon. Why pick out your favourite when you can save money by booking five courses for the price of four? You select from Coral Identification, Fish Identification, Manta and Ray Ecology, Marine Ecology, Marine Mammal Ecology, Sea Turtle Ecology and Shark Ecology. We will ask your preferences on the booking form and if purchasing as a gift you have the option to let them choose later. Explore and discover amazing marine life over two and half days. All our ecology courses are taught with a Sussex and UK focus so you can become advocates for the fabulous UK marine residents surrounding our shores. Who is suitable for? Anyone aged over six who has an interest in marine ecology and can be offered as part of our children's ecology clubs. Do I have to get in the water? All courses are land-based and open to everyone with an interest in all things aquatic.