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SUMMARY:21st Annual Marine Science Day
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the 21st Annual Marine Science Day\, a celebration of the Long Island Sound estuary and the fascinating world of marine science!Students will explore coastal ecosystems and gain a deeper appreciation of the Sound through hands‑on workshops led by Project Oceanology's marine science educators\, UConn professors\, graduate students\, and local environmental experts. Our goal is to spark curiosity\, encourage scientific thinking\, and build stronger connections to our marine environment.Location:Cost:Schedule:Project Oceanology & UConn Avery Point\n1084 Shennecossett Rd.\, Groton\, CT 06340$35 per studentCheck-In: 9:30 AM - 10:00 AM\nWorkshops: 10:00 AM - 2:00 PMEvent DetailsRegistrationSchool groups and individuals are welcome!Workshops are designed for 20 individuals. Larger groups will be divided.Groups larger than 20 will have different schedules and attend different workshops/One adult/chaperone is required for every 20 students.Participation is on a first-come\, first-served. Registration closes once the capacity is reached.Registration is confirmed only after payment is received.No refunds for canceled registrations.Teachers (with a group or class): Register via the Google Form.Parents/Chaperones (with an individual student): Register through Active Network.\nRegister early space is limited!ParkingAll vehicles must be registered before arrival. Instructions for vehicle registration will be emailed the week of the event. PhotographyPhotos will be taken during the event. Please notify the photographer if a student should not be photographed.Weather and DressMarine Science Day runs rain or shine so please dress accordingly. Activities may include outdoor walking\, shoreline investigations\, wet-lab activities and boat excursions. Close-toed shoes required (no flip-flops\, please). Dressing in layers- it's often cooler and windier by the water.Recommended: sunscreen\, hat and water bottle.LunchStudents should bring their own lunch and drink. Indoor and outdoor eating spaces are available. Participants may picnic or walk the Avery Point campus during the break.Workshops and Boat ExcursionsWorkshops may feature Project Oceanology\, Mystic Aquarium\, UConn Avery Point faculty and graduate students\, the Connecticut National Estuary Research Reserve (NERR)\, and CT Sea Grant. Boat excursions are limited. A lottery system will determine student participation. Please ensure students understand this process.
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Join us for the 21st Annual Marine Science Day\, a celebration of the Long Island Sound estuary and the fascinating world of marine science!
Students will explore coastal ecosystems and gain a deeper appreciation of the Sound through hands‑on workshops led by Project Oceanology&rsquo\;s marine science educators\, UConn professors\, graduate students\, and local environmental experts. Our goal is to spark curiosity\, encourage scientific thinking\, and build stronger connections to our marine environment.
Location:
Cost:
Schedule:
Project Oceanology &\; UConn Avery Point
1084 Shennecossett Rd.\, Groton\, CT 06340
$35 per student
Check-In: 9:30 AM - 10:00 AM
Workshops: 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Event Details
Registration
School groups and individuals are welcome!
Workshops are designed for 20 individuals. Larger groups will be divided.
Groups larger than 20 will have different schedules and attend different workshops/
One adult/chaperone is required for every 20 students.
Participation is on a first-come\, first-served. Registration closes once the capacity is reached.
Registration is confirmed only after payment is received.
No refunds for canceled registrations.
Teachers (with a group or class): Register via the Google Form.
Parents/Chaperones (with an individual student): Register through Active Network.
Register early&mdash\;space is limited!
Parking
All vehicles must be registered before arrival. \;Instructions for vehicle registration will be emailed the week of the event. \;
Photography
Photos will be taken during the event. Please notify the photographer if a student should not be photographed.
Weather and Dress
Marine Science Day runs rain or shine so please dress accordingly. \;Activities may include outdoor walking\, shoreline investigations\, wet-lab activities and boat excursions. \;
Close-toed shoes required (no flip-flops\, please). \;
Dressing in layers- it&rsquo\;s often cooler and windier by the water.
Recommended: sunscreen\, hat and water bottle.
Lunch
Students should bring their own lunch and drink. Indoor and outdoor eating spaces are available. Participants may picnic or walk the Avery Point campus during the break.
Workshops and Boat Excursions
Workshops may feature Project Oceanology\, Mystic Aquarium\, UConn Avery Point faculty and graduate students\, the Connecticut National Estuary Research Reserve (NERR)\, and CT Sea Grant.
\;
Boat excursions are limited. A lottery system will determine student participation. Please ensure students understand this process.