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Turtle Talk Tuesday at the Reserve

Apalachicola National Estuarine Research Reserve 108 Island Dr., Eastpoint, FL, United States

Visit the Reserve this summer to learn all about our nesting sea turtles. After a presentation on sea turtle biology, our conservation and monitoring program, and ways local residents and…

Free

Turtle Talk Tuesday at the Reserve

Apalachicola National Estuarine Research Reserve 108 Island Dr., Eastpoint, FL, United States

Visit the Reserve this summer to learn all about our nesting sea turtles. After a presentation on sea turtle biology, our conservation and monitoring program, and ways local residents and…

Free

Turtle Talk Tuesday at the Reserve

Apalachicola National Estuarine Research Reserve 108 Island Dr., Eastpoint, FL, United States

Visit the Reserve this summer to learn all about our nesting sea turtles. After a presentation on sea turtle biology, our conservation and monitoring program, and ways local residents and…

Free

Turtle Talk Tuesday at the Reserve

Apalachicola National Estuarine Research Reserve 108 Island Dr., Eastpoint, FL, United States

Visit the Reserve this summer to learn all about our nesting sea turtles. After a presentation on sea turtle biology, our conservation and monitoring program, and ways local residents and…

Free

Inter-Tidally United

St George Island State Park 1900 East Gulf Beach Drive, St George Island, FL, United States

A guided coastal walk at Rattlesnake Cove in St. George Island State Park. The Florida Public Archaeology Network FPAN will lead interpretive program dealing with Native American shell middens, the shifting of barrier islands, why archaeology is important and to discuss the monitoring of sites that are listed under the Florida Master Site File. The program is free with your paid entrance to the park and will take place on the bayside near Rattlesnake Cove.

Free

Postponed GulfTree Decision Support Search Engine Workshop

Apalachicola National Estuarine Research Reserve 108 Island Dr., Eastpoint, FL, United States

This workshop on the GulfTree decision-support search engine will help planners and decision makers confidently identify the best climate tool for their needs. The workshop will familiarize participants with how Gulf TREE can assist them in finding appropriate climate tools for a specific project needs. Also, participants will learn how to narrow down search results to find relevant climate tool matches.

Bay Friendly Landscaping

Apalachicola National Estuarine Research Reserve 108 Island Dr., Eastpoint, FL, United States

Yard design and maintenance can have a big effect on adjacent water bodies. Participants in this workshop will learn about resources to help them transform their yard into a luscious bay conscious landscape. The class will feature resources on landscaping in Florida's unique soil conditions, where to buy plants and seeds, innovative Green Infrastructure techniques such as rain gardens, green roofs, and bio-swales. Come find out how to be good to the bay and reduce the time you spend on maintenance!

Free

Apalachicola River & Floodplain Exploration

Apalachicola National Estuarine Research Reserve 108 Island Dr., Eastpoint, FL, United States

The Apalachicola River has been called “the Lifeblood of the Bay.” Come learn about the ecology, culture, and history of the Apalachicola River and floodplain, and the impact interstate relationships play in the control of the river. After the in-class portion, we will embark on a journey up the river aboard the ANERR research vessel the Tideline to get an up-close look at some of the floodplain ecosystems and distributaries of the river.
This class is free, however reservations are required.

Free

Oyster Ecology

Apalachicola National Estuarine Research Reserve 108 Island Dr., Eastpoint, FL, United States

Learn about the role oysters play in the health of Apalachicola Bay. Discover what makes the bay so ideal for growing oysters, what gives our oysters their distinct flavor, and how oyster bars benefit the ecosystem. We will also look at what possibly made the oysters collapse and what is being done to restore them to Apalachicola Bay. After spending some time in the classroom, participants will get the chance look at its these creatures under a microscope. This class is full of opportunities to learn more about the animals that live in our bay and along the tidal flats.

Free

Apalachicola Estuary Exploration

Apalachicola National Estuarine Research Reserve 108 Island Dr., Eastpoint, FL, United States

Estuaries are some of the most productive and complex ecosystems on the planet, serving as critical habitats for diverse species and acting as natural filters for water quality. In this course, you'll explore the unique characteristics that make estuaries such vital environments. We'll examine the rich biodiversity they support and discuss their importance to both the environment and human communities. Whether you're a nature enthusiast or simply curious about these dynamic ecosystems, this course will provide you with a deeper appreciation for estuaries and the crucial role they play in our world.

Free