Excursions

Estuary EdVenture

Our students recently embarked on an exciting "Edventure" to explore the vibrant ecosystem of the estuary. The journey began with a captivating boat ride across the open water, where they were introduced to the fascinating world of vertebrates and invertebrates. Along the way, they encountered a diverse array of wildlife, including dolphins and various birds and crabs. The hands-on experience allowed the students to touch these magnificent creatures, giving them a tangible connection to the natural world.

Brown Pelican

Pelecanus occidentalis

Double-Crested Cormorant

Nannopterum auritum

The adventure didn't end on the water. After the boat ride, the students visited a nearby museum, where they were amazed by the wide variety of marine life on display. They saw numerous types of fish, including the intriguing sea-star, (aka starfish). This part of the Edventure provided a deeper understanding of aquatic life and its many forms.

Overall, the Estuary Edventure was an extraordinary sensory experience that combined education with exploration. It offered our students a unique opportunity to learn about marine biology in an engaging and interactive way, making the wonders of the estuary come alive. This unforgettable experience not only enriched their knowledge but also fostered a greater appreciation for the environment.

Lionfish Dissection

Our students also got the privilege to dissect Lionfish. It was a privilege not only for the science of it, but because that meant that these invasive and venomous fish had been removed from our bay area waters. Lionfish have a voracious appetite, very few predators and one fish can produce nearly 2 million eggs per year.

Back in the classroom, we uploaded our photos to iNaturalist and we discussed the taxonomy of different marine organisms. Mr. C had us reteach what we had learned so that our shared project learning experience could be shared within our aquaculture course.

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