Scientists predict that that as temperatures and salinity in the bay change sea nettles will become more abundant in the Chesapeake Bay. Students will explore this form of “ecological forecasting”
Students can use ocean data to explore today’s pressing environmental issues, and create problem solving skills. Includes online and classroom Lesson Plans and Activities with user friendly data exploration tool.
VIMS BRIDGE Ocean Science Lesson Plans, Activities, Data, Videos, Infographics and Background information. Includes topics on Biology & Ecology, Physics, Chemistry & Geology, Climate & Atmosphere, Human Activities, Heritage &
A network of Lesson Plans, resources, and games for teachers and students. Includes Lesson Plans and Activities on Aquifers, Water Pollution, Water Filters, and Wastewater.
Classroom activity examining sea level rise scenarios and survey a mock marsh habitat, to make predication about how the marsh will respond.
Project Wet is a great resource that includes Water Resource Education Materials, Teacher Training Workshops, Activities, Blogs, Educator Guides, Maps and Posters, Teacher Kits, and Downloadable Activities and Books.
Resources about the Chesapeake Bay and its Tributaries National Park Service’s Chesapeake Explorer mobile app, Online Chesapeake Bay, Susquehanna River & Tidal Tributaries Access Guide, Includes guides and trails for
NOAA’s Data Resources for Educators. The data collection consists of ocean and atmospheric data sources that are user friendly and appropriate for classrooms and informal education settings. Includes SOL aligned
Become an Otter Spotter today! An otter spotter is you, a citizen who observes river otters in your neighborhood and community surrounding the Elizabeth River. Otter spotters collect videos, images
The Elizabeth River Project State of the River Report discusses the current health and pollution conditions of the different branches of the Elizabeth River, and of the river as a
Thank you for your interest in the Elizabeth River Project’s Ryan Resilience Lab. We’re delighted that our site is in high demand. As the Ryan Resilience Lab is operated by a small non-profit with a big environmental mission, please help us make sure your event is a great fit.
Our priority is to host groups with relevance to our mission: to restore the Elizabeth River through equitable collaboration with diverse communities, governments, and businesses. When space and staff support are available, we are happy to host such groups free of charge, but do request that you consider an organizational membership and allow us to offer the opportunity for individual memberships.
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