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Our Beautiful Swimmers
The Chesapeake Blue Crab
We will learn about the Chesapeake Blue Crab, a vital part of the Bay's seafood industry and a symbol of the Chesapeake Bay. With this in mind, we will investigate the Bay's evolution, recent history, ecology, and concerns for the future and also experience some of the rich culture associated with rural Tidewater Virginia. The Chesapeake Bay, the largest estuary in North America, is an incredibly complex ecosystem that includes important habitats, resources, and food webs. We will begin our exploration of the Chesapeake Bay by traversing one of Virginia's most pristine waterways, the Dragon Run, traveling from fresh water to the mouth of the Piankatank River, a tributary of the Bay. We will investigate the many other Chesapeake Bay habitats on wading trips and canoe trips, perform shallow water sampling to investigate Bay inhabitants, and explore the possible reasons for the decline in the health of the Bay. Particular species of discussion will also include the American oyster and striped bass along with other wildlife. Students will have opportunities to do hands-on investigations and also talk with marine scientists, restoration experts, marine resource managers, and watermen. We will enjoy Tidewater Virginia's beauty and culture on this exciting educational opportunity.
Agenda
First Session: Arrive Sunday June 27, 2010 at 1:00 pm for Check-In
Second Session: Arrive Monday, July 12, 2010 at 1:00 pm for Check-In
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