Reserve Wednesday: Mapping Coastal Change with Drones

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

Dr. 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.

Oyster Ecology 101

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

This 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 […]

Bay Friendly Landscaping Workshop

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

Yard design and maintenance can have a big effect on adjacent water bodies. Participants in the 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 […]

National Estuaries Day

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

The Apalachicola National Estuarine Research Reserve (ANERR) will celebrate National Estuaries Day on Friday, September 27, in Eastpoint, Florida. The first 600 visitors will receive a free t-shirt commemorating this year as the Reserve’s 40th anniversary. Activities include free, fun and educational stations for kids and adults including marine animal touch tanks, and estuary-themed games, […]

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