Events
Event details are subject to change.
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Apalachicola Estuary Exploration
Apalachicola National Estuarine Research Reserve 108 Island Dr., Eastpoint, FL, United StatesEstuaries 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.
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Apalachicola River & Floodplain Exploration
Apalachicola National Estuarine Research Reserve 108 Island Dr., Eastpoint, FL, United StatesThe 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.
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The Collection of Historical and Cultural Resources on State Lands
Apalachicola National Estuarine Research Reserve 108 Island Dr., Eastpoint, FL, United StatesThe Collection of Historical and Cultural Resources on State Lands. Attendance is free and open to law enforcement and state and local government agencies. Instruction will be provided on the rules and regulations surrounding historical resources found on sovereign submerged lands and the proper authorizations required for their collection. Additionally, vertebrate fossils, artifacts and deadhead log specimens will be presented in this hands-on training.
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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 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!
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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 possible causes of the oysters collapse and what is being done to restore them to Apalachicola Bay. Participants will get the chance examine these creatures under our high-powered microscope, and learn more about the animals that live in our bay and along the tidal flats.
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Productivity at the Bottom of Apalachicola Bay
GoToWebinar onlineHarry Mumma, the Reserve’s Davidson fellow and Notre Dame PhD candidate is studying ecosystem metabolism over Eastbay using several different instruments that measure CO2, O2, and other water quality parameters at different areas within the water column. By collecting data monthly and at different habitats over two years, the study will look at how metabolism varies with season, under different freshwater flow regimes to the bay, and in different habitat types. Harry will share some of the data he has analyzed, and his sampling will continue into 2026. To register go to: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/8157151872667961436 After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.
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Apalachicola Estuary Exploration
Apalachicola National Estuarine Research Reserve 108 Island Dr., Eastpoint, FL, United StatesEstuaries 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.
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Reserve Symposium State of the Watershed: Threats, Challenges, and Opportunities
Apalachicola National Estuarine Research Reserve 108 Island Dr., Eastpoint, FL, United StatesApalachicola National Estuarine Research Reserve 5th Symposium: State of the Watershed: Threats, Challenges, and Opportunities, a two-day in-person symposium highlighting research, restoration, and partnerships within the Reserve and adjacent areas. It will feature sessions on river and floodplain ecology, metabolism, habitat status and changes, and restoration offering a valuable forum to exchange knowledge, foster collaboration, and inspire science-based solutions that strengthen stewardship of this nationally significant estuarine system.
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