The Manatee Center's Role in Connecting Communities for Conservation

Elyse Geraghty

Education Coordinator

Manatee Center

Join us at the Ted Moorhead Lagoon House as Elyse Geraghty of the Manatee Center shares her efforts to connect communities with the people and organizations working to protect the Indian River Lagoon. By helping visitors to the Manatee Center connect the "eco-dots", Elyse showcases conservation partners from north to south, the important work they do, whether they are places to visit or resources to learn from. Looking ahead, the Manatee Center has exciting plans to share conceptual ideas that blend immersive design and programs to create a deeper connection between visitors and the Indian River Lagoon. Through these connections, Elyse continues to inspire stewardship and action!

The seminar will end with a live Q&A session. Given the limited seating in the Lagoon House and an increased demand for in-person tickets, there is a $5 in-person attendance fee. Please feel free to bring your own lunch. Coffee and cookies will be provided. Viewing Lagoon at Noon presentations via Zoom remains free. We thank you for your continued support of our Lagoon at Noon Program.

The Zoom link will be in your confirmation email. A recording of the presentation will be posted to MRC's YouTube page for future viewing.

About the Speaker

Elyse began her career in communications and advertising after earning a degree in Arts and Communications from Manhattan College. After becoming a mother of three, she transitioned into education, serving as a substitute teacher and later Director of Admissions. In 2021, she and her family moved to St. Lucie Village, where her passion for the Indian River Lagoon deepened. She began volunteering at the Manatee Center in 2022 and became Education Coordinator in 2023, combining her background in communication and education with hands-on conservation work, including volunteering with Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission. Today, Elyse shares her enthusiasm for manatees and the lagoon ecosystem through education, outreach, and rescue support efforts.

April 2026 Lagoon at Noon

Featuring Elyse Geraghty