For World Oceans Day, Here’s How Some of the Best Athletes Are Celebrating on Instagram

Ocean athletes (and some musicians) rely on the great seas to support their livelihoods. So it’s no suprise then that they celebrate World Oceans Day more than most. And it’s a fantastic time to do so, given the controversial and sometimes, downright angry, times we find ourselves in with regards to environmental policy. Trash, pollution, global warming, all have been scientifically proven to affect mother ocean. Today is a day to remember to care for her in all we do. Just like these peeps:

Of course the King cares:

Blessed to be at the #OKFijiPro during #WorldOceansDay. The ocean is everything to me but as living organisms, our oceans, beaches, and waterways are gasping for breath and in dire need of attention so the importance of cleaning up every bit we can is impossible to be reminded enough of. I walk the #HighTideLine at any beach I'm at and find as many things as I can that generally go unnoticed. It's amazing how many things you'll find (like this first photo of stuff I found on the beach at Pipeline in only a few short minutes of looking). The ocean produces 70% of the oxygen we breathe. Scientists estimate that in the next decade there could be a pound of plastic for every 3 fish in the ocean and by 2050 it could have more plastic than fish altogether! On top of that, 50% of all wildlife in the ocean has disappeared since I was born in the 70's! What can/do you do to help out on your own time? Share below to inspire others to do the same. Top three idea/posts below will have their images reposted on @Outerknown's instagram story and will receive our #ItsNotOk collection. 100% of profits from this collection go towards helping the @oceanconservancy protect our oceans and beaches. @wsl #OceanKind

A post shared by Kelly Slater (@kellyslater) on Jun 8, 2017 at 4:02am PDT

As does the man, Jack Johnson:

Happy #WorldOceansDay! @worldoceansday is a global day of celebration and collaboration for healthy oceans. Join Jack and help reduce plastic ocean pollution by choosing alternatives to single-use plastics. Learn more and find a local event at https://www.worldoceansday.org ? @morganmaassen

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John John, doing his part, too:

Part of an inspiring conservation effort today with local fisheries and @tavaruaislandresort. @kellyslater And I helped transport and reintroduce a Giant Clam to a reef we all surf over here in Fiji. Giant means over 500lbs, and shells that grow to 6 feet! But they have become a threatened species due to overfishing and changes to the coral reef. Wanted to say Thanks to the locals who showed us the program. I left feeling pretty inspired to see how I can do more to support our own marine ecology back in Hawaii. Check out @wsl and @parallelsea for more videos. #worldoceanday

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Courtney Conlogue looks right at home protecting her home:

Today is World Oceans Day ! Be apart of the CHANGE to preserve our oceans and protect the beauties within it from reefs to fish and everything in between. The oceans are a beautiful aspect of this world and we NEED to protect it because it can't protect itself. Whether it's a small action or a big deed be the change and START now! Don't wait for tomorrow xx ? @stevenlippman #deepbluesea #conservation

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The World Surf League is fairly dependent on the ocean:

#WorldOceansDay ? What have you done for the ocean today?

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Mick, dropping wisdom:

Happy world ocean day!! Let's keep them clean and pristine! ? @corey_wilson

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Coco Ho, putting her money where her bikini is:

In honor of #WorldOceansDay ❤️ Grateful to be on board with @volcomwomens as we're #caughtupinagoodthing , living in bikinis made from recycled fish nets ⚓️ ?

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Johanne Defay, part of a cool project to protect the ocean:

#WorldOceanDay Because I have always wanted to make a change, but I never took the first step. Thanks to @Corona & @Parley.tv for taking a stand and showing me what is possible. Join us in spreading the word by heading to CoronaXParley.com to learn how you can make a difference in your life.

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Sally Fitzgibbons, on point:

So much love for the ocean❤ Let's treat it how we would like to be treated #WorldOceansDay

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