Rutgers Institute of Marine and Coastal Sciences [Dept. of Animal Sciences]

Family Fun

A collection of programs designed for all ages to enjoy the wonders of the natural world.  Perfect for the whole family!

Family Fun programs are free but registration is required.

Animal Kingdom!
July 25th, 2012
2:00 to 3:00 pm
Join the Cape May Zoo as they visit the JC NERR to share the  diversity of animals.  All animals are different, whether it is in size shape or color but this diversity goes more than skin deep!  Discover the differences that separate mammals, reptiles, birds, amphibians and invertebrates.  Live animals will be present.  Space limited.  Registration required by July 23rd.

Shellfish, Barnegat Bay and You!
August 2, 2012
10:00 to 11:30 am
Join ReClam the Bay as we explore clams and oysters and how they are an integral part of the ecology of Barnegat Bay.  Trained Shellfish Gardeners will show and share how shellfish help the marine environment and how all of us can help the shellfish population and the health of the Bay!  ReClam the Bay, raises clams and oysters from seed in land-based upweller tanks to be “planted” in the BaySpace is limited.  Registration required by July 29th.

Butterfly Bonanza!
August 15th, 2012
1:00 pm  to 3:00 pm
Join Pollination Station for an exciting    afternoon filled with butterfly fun.  Come anytime during 1-3 And learn about  butterflies through crafts, activities and talks with Dan and Luanne Weekes of   Pollination Station who have a Monarch head start     program.  You’ll go home knowing what you can do to help these feather-light friends.

Critter Catch
August 17, 2012
10:00 am to 11:00 am
Learn the old world fishing technique of seining.  Participants will work together to pull a large net through the water to collect a variety of sea creatures.  This hands-on activity provides a close look at critters  living in the shallow water of the Great Bay Estuary.  Don’t forget your water shoes, sunblock and insect spray! Fun for all ages!



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