Events
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Living Shorelines for Residents
Apalachicola National Estuarine Research Reserve 108 Island Dr., Eastpoint, FL, United StatesCoastal erosion is a natural process caused by currents, wave action, wind, storms and even boat wakes. The traditional methods used to harden the shoreline like seawalls and rip rap can actually often increase the rate of coastal erosion as well as remove the ability of the shoreline to carry out natural processes. The Apalachicola…
Sci-Cafe: Art + Science | The Hidden World of Apalachicola Bay
JOBA Gallery 230 Water St., Apalachicola, FL, United States(Presented at JOBA Gallery at High Cotton - 230 Water St. Apalachicola, FL) Consuming vast amounts of carbon dioxide, diatoms are masters at photosynthesis, taking energy from the sun and transforming it into the air we breathe. Their beautiful and diverse patterns and shapes form sturdy glass-like houses that are so responsive to the dynamics…
Bay Friendly Landscaping
Apalachicola National Estuarine Research Reserve 108 Island Dr., Eastpoint, FL, United StatesYard 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 also feature innovative Green Infrastructure techniques such as rain gardens, green roofs, and bio-swales. Come find out how to…
Reserve Wednesday: Seagrass Beds
Apalachicola National Estuarine Research Reserve 108 Island Dr., Eastpoint, FL, United StatesJon Brucker will talk about the diverse and fragile ecosystems that surround seagrasses in the Central Panhandle Aquatic Preserves.
Apalachicola River & Floodplain Class
Apalachicola National Estuarine Research Reserve 108 Island Dr., Eastpoint, FL, United StatesThe Apalachicola River has been called “the Lifeblood of the Bay.” Freshwater from the river mixes with salty gulf creating Apalachicola Bay, one of the most pristine and productive estuaries in the country. The river has always played an important role in Apalachicola’s history and it is vital to our lives today. It is also…
Cancelled: Apalachicola River & Floodplain Class
Apalachicola National Estuarine Research Reserve 108 Island Dr., Eastpoint, FL, United StatesThe Apalachicola River has been called “the Lifeblood of the Bay.” Freshwater from the river mixes with salty gulf creating Apalachicola Bay, one of the most pristine and productive estuaries in the country. The river has always played an important role in Apalachicola’s history and it is vital to our lives today. It is also…
Cancelled: Apalachicola Bay Estuary Class
Apalachicola National Estuarine Research Reserve 108 Island Dr., Eastpoint, FL, United StatesDo you know what an estuary is and why it is so vital our economy and way of life? Join the Apalachicola National Estuarine Research Reserve this Fall as we explore the estuary we depend on. Participants will learn about the habitats and creatures that make up our estuary and how the river and bay…
Cancelled: Oyster Ecology 101
Apalachicola National Estuarine Research Reserve 108 Island Dr., Eastpoint, FL, United StatesThis class will teach you all about the role that 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. After spending some time in the classroom, participants will get the chance look…
Cancelled: Reserve Wednesday: Mapping Coastal Change with Drones
Apalachicola National Estuarine Research Reserve 108 Island Dr., Eastpoint, FL, United StatesDr. Michael Starek and Kelsi Schwind, from Texas A&M Corpus Christi, will talk about the process of using remote-operated aerial cameras to document the shape and composition of the coastlines, and to track changes over time.
Apalachicola NERR Hosts Virtual Estuaries Week for 2020
FL, United StatesThe Apalachicola NERR welcomes Franklin County to attend Virtual National Estuaries Day this September! As a measure of public safety, National Estuaries Day at the Reserve – which usually draws 800 people – has moved online this year. The mission of National Estuaries Day is to connect people with the estuarine community that supports the…