Bay 101: Bolstering the Maryland oyster aquaculture industry with Shannon Hood

July 22, 2020 5:00pm to 5:30pm iCal Google Calendar

Oyster aquaculture is a growing industry in Maryland, attracting people from diverse backgrounds. Learn about this industry which provides an opportunity to feed a growing population, while providing ecological benefits that can benefit all of us.

While the Horn Point Laboratory is closed to the public, we will share this educational series virtually starting Wednesday, July 8 - August 5 at 5:00 pm.  The 30 minute programs will each cover a specific topic and questions and participation is encouraged. 

Registration is required for these FREE programs. Register HERE or contact Carin Starr at cstarr@umces.edu.

The Chesapeake Bay and its rivers are the lifeblood of the Eastern Shore, defining the region like no other water body in the world. While many easily recognize the natural beauty Bay country offers,the Horn Point Laboratory’s “Bay 101 – Science of the Chesapeake for Non-Scientists” will make the science of the Chesapeake Bay as accessible as its beauty.