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  • A colorful promotional poster featuring a mermaid theme with a blue background, purple and teal mermaid tails, stars, and two pink donuts with white icing. Text reads: 'The Wave Coalition, Deves and Donuts, Meet a Mermaid and Get a Free Donut'.

    Dives & Donuts Mermaid Fundraiser

    August 4th | 7:00 AM-7 PM

    Stop by Duck Donuts in Woodbury, MN to meet a LIVE MERMAID!!

    After meeting her, make sure you get a photo and tag the shop and WAVE on social media to earn a FREE DONUT!

    10% of the proceeds are going to our scuba outreach program, which we are building to provide kids with access to marine science from anywhere in the world!

    Ocean-themed donuts will be available for purchase all week in a 6-pack and will include a 10% bounce-back in revenue for the nonprofit as well.

    This event is FREE to attend and does NOT need a reservation, so stop by to say Hi and learn about our mission!

  • A person in scuba diving gear underwater, wearing goggles and fins, making a hand sign with both hands, surrounded by blue water.

    Scuba & Park Clean Up

    September 20th | 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM

    Long Lake Public Beach

    Join us as we celebrate Minnesota’s beautiful lakes and parks while giving back to the community this World Clean-Up Day! Whether you’re a certified diver or a supportive friend/family member, there’s a way for everyone to get involved. Divers will head underwater to remove debris from the lake, while non-divers can join in by helping clean up the park and shoreline.

    11:00 AM – Arrive & gear set-up

    12:00 PM – Official dive kick-off

    Park reserved until 3:00 PM (possible second dive if time allows)

    What to Bring

    Divers: Full dive gear + mesh bags

    Everyone: Reusable water bottles, sunscreen, gloves, and a lunch/snack if you get hungry

    This is a great chance to connect with fellow divers, friends, and family while making a positive impact on our environment. Together, we can keep Minnesota’s lakes and parks clean, healthy, and thriving!

    This event is Free to attend and you can RSVP by contacting us and we will send you our rsvp link!

  • A group of women gathered around a large table in a cozy room, making holiday wreaths with greenery, flowers, and decorative items.

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Past Events

Duck Donuts 2025 Fundraiser

School of sharks swimming in deep blue ocean water.

Upcoming Trip

A diver swimming underwater near a large whale shark in the ocean.

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Shark Conservation Retreat 

This Shark Conservation Trip offers a unique and immersive experience for anyone passionate about marine life and conservation. Participants will engage in hands-on activities such as shark dissections to learn about anatomy, beach cleanups to support conservation efforts, and thrilling shark diving adventures. Educational lectures by marine biologists and experts provide valuable insights, while tagging sharks contributes to ongoing research and conservation initiatives. This trip is ideal for everyone, but particularly beneficial for students seeking to gain practical experience and pursue a career in shark science. Join us for an unforgettable journey that combines adventure, education, and conservation.

All students must already be dive certified to participate.