Events

Event details are subject to change.

Views Navigation

Event Views Navigation

Today

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…

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…

Free

Living Shoreline Training

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

Learn the details of how to permit and install living shorelines. This course is aimed at marine contractors, landscape architects, property owners, and all others interested in promoting living shorelines. The course will be held Thursday and Friday April 11th and 12th 8:30 am-4:30 pm at the Apalachicola National Estuarine Research Reserve, 108 Island Drive…

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 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…

Free

Apalachicola Estuary Exploration

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

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,…

Free