Apps for the Ocean
A list of smartphone apps that are aimed at raising oceanic awareness no matter where you are
 NOAA Buoy Data ReaderBoaters can use NOAA Buoy Data Reader to get current location and presents a list of NOAA Weather Buoy locations near you. |  Seafood Watch ProgramHelps consumers and businesses choose seafood that’s fished or farmed using sustainable methods. |  Marine Debris TrackerAllows users to report trash found along coastlines and in waterways, and users can accurately enter items of trash spotted while out or near the water |
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 Endangered WavesThe app allows users to collect data on oil spills, sewage, trash and coastal erosion and monitor the health of favorite surf spots |  Sofar SpotterGet clear, concise, detailed marine weather using the latest in drone and spotter technology, both above and below the water. |  Whale AlertShip strikes are the most common form of whale mortality. On water, the app uploads valuable data to help protect the various species, many of which are on the endangered list |
 SeeSeaUsing augmented reality, it lets users view what it would look like if the oceans in front of them were drained of water |  SOpHIEUsers can help gather crucial knowledge of coastal areas that may be at risk of ocean acidification. |