October at MDC brings two unique events hosted by some of our favorite community partners! Both of these events are FREE and open to the public; no RSVP is required.
You “Otter” Be a Citizen Scientist
Calling all nature lovers and photographers: On Thursday, October 12 you can come hear things from the “otter” side! Join research scientist Megan Stolen from Hubbs-Sea World Research Institute in a workshop designed teach you how to help river otter populations in the Indian River Lagoon. Attendees will learn all about river otters in the IRL and about the Institute’s Otter Spotters, which is a citizen science program designed to gather information on river otter populations. This workshop will be held at 6:00 p.m. at Marine Discovery Center.
Mini-Drone & Oyster-Storytelling Yoga
On Sunday, October 15 faculty and students from University of Central Florida’s Coastal & Estuarine Ecology Lab and Citizen Science GIS will lead two hands-on events for all ages to emphasize the importance of Florida’s coast, especially the Indian River Lagoon. This program will be held from 1:00 – 3:00 p.m. at Marine Discovery Center.
1. MINI DRONE OBSTACLE COURSE over a simulated coastal community. Participants will have the opportunity to fly the mini-drones.
2. OYSTER STORYTELLING YOGA* which combines information on estuarine biological diversity with yoga poses designed to help you with both flexibility and remembering the importance of our keystone species.
*if participating in yoga, bring yoga mat and water bottle
For more information, please contact Tim Hawthorne at [email protected] or Linda Walters at [email protected]
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