The expectations that you have on your day by the sea and the degree to which you are familiar with Ocean matters before you engage in a coastal & marine activity may have an impact on the experience that you actually have through that activity. This first survey helps researchers understand and compare your expectations with your actual experience (provided that you also take part in the second survey). The survey is to be filled in advance of engaging in a coastal or marine activity.

SOPHIE’s “Well-being” Citizen Science Initiative seeks to assess the effect that undertaking a marine activity at the coast/sea has on the well-being of those who engage in it, as well as on his/her relationship with the ocean. The survey is to be filled-in after engaging in a coastal or marine activity.

Can participation in marine ecotourism activities trigger behavior change on environmental issues related to Ocean & Human Health? Does engagement in (guided vs.unguided) marine ecotourism activities make a difference in increasing awareness on Ocean conservation issues or Ocean & Human Health interactions? This survey helps researchers assess the long-term impact of your day by the coast or at sea. The survey is to be filled-in approximately 3-4 weeks after engaging in a coastal or marine activity.