Events
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Oyster Ecology
Apalachicola National Estuarine Research Reserve 108 Island Dr., Eastpoint, FL, United StatesLearn 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: Restoring Lateral Connectivity in the Apalachicola River Floodplain: An Adaptive Management Approach
G Matt Kondolf, professor at University of California Berkeley Along most US rivers, floodplains have been cut off from their rivers by dikes, but the Apalachicola River is flanked by a largely intact forested floodplain, supporting biodiversity and ecosystem productivity. The river’s 400-mi long network of sloughs formerly supported important populations of juvenile fish and…
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: Providing Freshwater Inflow to the Apalachicola Estuary
Dr. Steve Leitman will discuss his work with the Apalachicola Bay Systems Initiative regarding freshwater inflow into the Apalachicola Estuary. He will review the capacity of the ACF reservoir system to alter the magnitude, timing, frequency and duration extreme flow events into the estuary both under the current Water Control Manual as well as changes…
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…
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: Botanical Legacy of Chapman
Apalachicola National Estuarine Research Reserve 108 Island Dr., Eastpoint, FL, United StatesJoin us at the Apalachicola NERR Nature Center for February’s ‘Reserve Wednesday’ talk at 2PM on February 15. Dr. Rebecca Dolan, retired Director of the Friesner Herbarium at Butler University and Franklin County resident, will be discussing the botanical legacy of Alvan Wentworth Chapman. Chapman authored “Flora of the Southern United States” in 1860, the…
SciCafe: Beth Appleton Diatom Art
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…