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Explore Our Coasts
Dr. David Kimbro and Dr. Randall Hughes work to unlock the secrets of the intertidal ecosystems that make up our coasts. In a series of short videos, they explore the inner workings of salt marshes, oyster reefs, and seagrass beds as well as the ways in which we enjoy what they offer us. Join us as we kayak, snorkel, and wade the wet and wild of the Forgotten Coast.
In the Grass, On the Reef is funded by the National Science Foundation.
Dimensions
Wednesday, May 22
7:30 PM, 6:30 CTWe look at a different kind of effort to restore oyster habitat. The Choctawatchee Basin Alliance, along with volunteers, are working to rebuild and restore oyster reefs using recycled and bagged shell. "In the Grass, On the Reef" tagged along for a day of collecting shell, monitoring, and building reefs.
Find more information on the Choctawhatchee Basin Alliance and volunteering opportunities here.
Ice Cream Social & Summer Celebration
Sunday, June 2
2:00-6:00 PM/ET
Jubilee Cottage at Goodwood Museum
1600 Miccosukee Road,
Tallahassee, FLApalachicola Riverkeeper will be holding an Ice Cream Social fundraiser in support of the Apalachicola River and Bay. The day will include a RiverTrek presentation by Doug Alderson and WFSU-TV's Rob Diaz de Villegas, live music, and raffles. FSU Coastal & Marine Lab's Hanna Garland will also be giving a hands-on demonstration of the ecology of Apalachicola Bay.
Find more information here
Related Links
- FSU Coastal & Marine Lab
- WFSU SciGirls Blog
- Saturday at the Sea
- Apalachicola National Estuarine Research Reserve
- St. Joseph Bay Buffer Preserve
- St. Marks National Wildlife Refuge
- Matanzas Estuarine Research Reserve
- Choctowhatchee Basin Alliance
- The Randall Hughes Lab
- The David Kimbro Lab
- Northeastern Marine Science Center
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Can crabs hear? (A testament to the benefits of collaboration)
Randall Hughes and David Kimbro study what makes mud crabs too scared to eat oysters. A partnership with WFSU-TV set this research on a surprising new path. Continue reading
Crown Conchs- Friend or Foe?
The crown conch is the Jekyll and Hyde of coastal ecosystems. Dr. Randall Hughes clarifies why the predatory snail might be a friend or foe to the salt marsh. Continue reading
Tile 2.0- Perfecting the Oyster Spat Tile Experiment
As the David Kimbro lab deploys a spat (young oyster) tile experiment in Apalachicola Bay to monitor the health of its beleaguered reefs, Dr. Randall Hughes explains how these experiments have become a key tool in her and David’s oyster research. Continue reading
Fear and the Choices Oysters Make
Oysters make choices. Oysters can be scared. Dr. David Kimbro and Dr. Randall Hughes explain why an oyster’s fear can affect a reef. Continue reading
Learning to Tell a Story
Performing her research on-camera was a big transition for Dr. Randall Hughes. Her journey to become a better communicator has led to an upcoming workshop where scientist-turned-filmmaker Dr. Randy Olson will bring out the storyteller in science graduate/ undergraduate students. Continue reading
The Benefits of Coastal Living
In this week’s video, Saint Augustine Beach realtor Pat Hamilton talks about the real estate value of protecting wild land. Dr. Randall Hughes writes how living near these natural coastal habitats can be beneficial for both health and enjoyment. Continue reading
Notes From the Field: First cold snap
Yesterday was the first cold snap of the season, and Randall and crew have already noticed a change in some of the marsh animals’ behavior as they dig through mud for a new experiment. Continue reading
What Have Seagrasses Done For Me Lately?
On this week’s video, we go for a snorkel in St. Joe Bay and peer into seagrass beds. While looking at the many interesting creatures that call turtlegrass home, Dr. Randall Hughes and visiting researcher Dr. Peter Macreadie clue us into the many services provided by the habitat. Continue reading
Four Ways (and more) That Salt Marshes Earn Their Keep
Every acre of salt marsh provides thousands of dollars of services to humankind. On this week’s video, Dr. Randall Hughes explores the surprising value of the marsh, a dynamic habitat that despite its external appearance, teems with fascinating creatures. Continue reading
What do you remember about middle school?
Dr. Randall Hughes looks back at her first exposure to research and coastal ecosystems as the SciGirls visit her lab. On this week’s video, the SciGirls learn that if there is anything harder than making good science, it’s talking about it. Continue reading
