Have you ever sailed the sea? Would you like to explore the ocean and find out more about our planet? We are here to help! Whether you are in first grade, high school or college, interested in what’s it’s like to live and work on a ship, want to investigate ocean drilling careers, try a cool activity that teaches you how the Earth works, or want to explore ocean careers – there’s something here for you.

So grab your questions, eyes, ears, and investigative spirit – and dive in!

From December 20, 2007 - February 5, 2008, Students asked questions of scientists who were out at sea on a drilling expedition. 

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Click here to see their questions and answers!

Careers in the Drilling Sciences
There are a number of careers in the drilling sciences. Some of the jobs that you may be thinking about right now can be used aboard the ship or throughout our organization. Whether you want to explore the world doing research or become an advocate for science research, the opportunities are endless.

HardCORE Writing
What is your pencil telling you? Uncover the history as you write.

NEW! PETM Pencil!

Leg 171 Pencil

Leg 158 Pencil

Video Clip -- Beth Orcutt and Geomicrobiology on the Juan de Fuca