Dozens gathered in Phippsburg Wednesday to celebrate the release of a harbor seal back to the ocean.

The injured seal underwent more than two months of rehab with Marine Mammals of Maine and marks the 100th seal released by the organization since establishing a rehabilitation center.

"It's always exciting to kind of see our science curriculum come alive," said Monica Baribeau, who homeschools her three daughters. "[We learn] about their habitat, their anatomy — all the lessons that we can apply in our homeschool journey come alive here."

Back in September, kayakers found the seal on an embankment of the Mousam River. Since then, Marine Mammals of Maine has treated the seal for an injured flipper, cuts across his body and a stubborn respiratory infection.

Executive Director Lynda Doug

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