Grab your snorkels & join the underwater treasure hunt! Tampa Bay Watch, in partnership with the Tampa Bay Estuary Program and Pinellas County Environmental Management, invites snorkelers, boaters, and kayakers to participate in the 31st Annual Great Bay Scallop Search on Aug. 1, 2026. Volunteers will search key locations to help monitor bay scallop populations and support ongoing marine science data in Tampa Bay. Explore local waters, hunt for scallops, and help us keep tabs on Tampa Bay's health—all while having fun on the water. Register now, spots fill quickly!