Events
Event details are subject to change.
Beth Appleton’s Art+Science: A Creative Exchange Exhibit Reception
~ What Inspires Us? The Hidden Wonders of Apalachicola Bay ~ Apalachicola National Estuarine Research Reserve will host “Art+Science: A Creative Exchange” with artist Beth Appleton at the Reserve’s Nature Center located at 108 Island Drive in Eastpoint. The exhibition represents an explorative and exciting collaboration that connects science and art, the microscopic world and…
Reserve Wednesday: Seagrasses
March is seagrass awareness month! Join us at the Apalachicola NERR Nature Center for this month’s ‘Reserve Wednesday’ talk at 2PM on Seagrasses. Jon Brucker, manager at the Central Panhandle Aquatic Preserves, will talk about seagrass species in the Florida panhandle and the progress of ongoing seagrass restoration projects. DCIM100GOPROGOPR0210.JPG
Apalachicola River and Floodplain
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…
Oyster Ecology
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…
SciCafe: Beth Appleton -Life in a Drop of Water
Life in a Drop of Water Artist Beth Appleton, Reserve biologist Megan Lamb and Reserve Educator Melanie Humble discuss the history of human understanding of microscope life and how artist and naturalist draw inspiration from these organisms. This will be an interactive session. To register go to https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/2991370245327167069 After registering, you will receive a confirmation…
Apalachicola Bay Estuary Exploration
Join us to explore the estuary we depend on, Apalachicola Bay and its connected ecosystem. Learn about the habits and creatures that make up our estuary and how the river and bay are intricately linked. We will see these habitats up close aboard the Reserve’s research vessel the Henry Lee. This class is free; however,…
Bay Friendly Landscaping
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 inefficient yard into a luscious bay conscious landscape. The class will also feature information on innovative Green Infrastructure techniques such as rain gardens, green roofs, and bio-swales. Come find…
Apalachicola River and Floodplain
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…
Oyster Ecology
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…
Reserve Wednesday: Nesting Shorebirds
Apalachicola National Estuarine Research Reserve 108 Island Dr., Eastpoint, FL, United StatesJoin us to learn about what it takes to be a breeding shorebird in the panhandle and the hardships that come with nesting in this ever-changing landscape. Brian Cammarano, Audubon FL Shorebird Stewardship Coordinator, will introduce us to the five focal species that the Florida Shorebird Alliance closely monitors throughout the panhandle and how you…