Events

Underwater remotely operated vehicle (ROV) workshop for teachers

When:
August 19-21 from 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. (at Tauese P.F. Sunia Ocean Center)
August 22 from 8:30am to 2:00pm (at Tauese P.F. Sunia Ocean Center)
August 23 from 8:30am to 4:00pm (Sadies by the Sea pool)

Where:
Where: Tauese P.F. Sunia Ocean Center and Sadies by the Sea pool

A workshop for high school teachers from August 19th to August 23rd at the Tauese P.F. Sunia Ocean Center. Workshop is led by partners at NMSAS, Stockbridge InvenTeam, and Marine Advanced Technology Education (MATE) Center. For information, please call (684) 633-6500.

Sanctuary Advisory Council meeting

When:
August 22 at 9:00am

Where:
Tauese P.F. Sunia Ocean Center

The Sanctuary Advisory Council will hold a public meeting on Thursday, August 22, 2019 at the Sanctuary Room of the Tauese P. F. Sunia Ocean Center to discuss national updates from the Office of National Marine Sanctuaries and local updates on the E/V Nautilus expedition, Ocean Literacy Working Group's recommendations, and partner agencies. Established in 2005, the Sanctuary Advisory Council provides advice and recommendations on managing and protecting the sanctuary and generally holds public meetings biannually.

Fautasi Heritage Exhibit

When:
Monday through Friday. Walk-in visitors, or group tours available on-request

Where:
Tauese P.F. Sunia Ocean Center

Discover the significance of fautasi (Samoan longboat canoe) as a living maritime cultural heritage in American Samoa. Launched in April 2019, the Fautasi Heritage Exhibit features the largest collection of historic fautasi images, alongside historical content developed as part of an ongoing Maritime Heritage Program initiative.

Fagota Mo Taeao Open Fishing Tournament

When:
November - Date TBD

Where:
Malaloa Marina

Calling all fishermen and fisherwomen! This annual two-day open fishing tournament aims to promote awareness of sustainable fishing practices. The tournament is organized by the Sanctuary Advisory Council fishing committee. Interested in participating? Watch this space for more details!