Beach seining at Indian Island Marine Observatory. Photo courtesy of Andria Hagstrom
Join local scientists and community volunteers at Eastsound ‘s Waterfront Park in conducting surveys of fish and inter-tidal creatures on low tide days during the spring and summer.
The next Field Research days are June 19-22, with start times as follows:
- Tuesday, June 19 – Invertebrate Surveys – 10:00 a.m.
- Wednesday, June 20 –Invertebrate Surveys – 10:30 a.m.
- Thursday, June 21 – Fish Seining – 11:30 a.m.
- Friday, June 22 – Microplastics Assessment – Noon
Everyone is welcome. The IIMHO team is always looking for new volunteers if you would like to sign up to help throughout the season which extends to all low tides through August 2. For more information about volunteer opportunities, call Marcia Spees 376-4084.
The low tide windows allowing access to the island last about two hours. Meet at the tide pools around the island. Wear appropriate footwear (wet sand, gravel, shallow water), and come on down to the beach!
To learn more about the Indian Island Marine Health Observatory, go to www.Indianisland.info.
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