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SUMMARY:Project RESTORE Educator Trek: Mad for Madtoms
DESCRIPTION:Meet the Carolina Madtom\, a tiny\, native catfish. Photo: NCWRC. \nThis workshop takes place over two days: Day 1 will be 10am to 3pm on Wednesday\, July 9\,  AND Day 2 will be 9am- 3pm on Thursday\, July 10 (or\, in the event of rain\, July 16-17). \nJoin us in the search for one of North Carolina’s rarest fishes\, the federally endangered Carolina Madtom\, found only in the Neuse and Tar River Basins in North Carolina. Join expert biologists as we explore the natural history of the madtom\, learn about challenges and ongoing restoration practices for the species\, and participate in field monitoring of this cool little catfish. Discover how you can bring the excitement of field research of this rare species into your classroom. \nWith support from the US Fish and Wildlife Service\, Project RESTORE (Rescuing Endangered Species Through Outreach\, Restoration and Education) will feature a suite of educational opportunities for teachers and students to participate in restoration and monitoring of imperiled and endangered species in eastern North Carolina. \nEligibility: This workshop is open to educators (includes teachers\, administrators\, pre-service or substitute teachers; non-formal educators; anyone working on their EE certification) \nCredit: 11 contact hours toward CEUs or Criteria II/III for North Carolina’s Environmental Education Certification Program \nThis workshop is full. Please join the waiting list! \nThe full workshop fee is due when you register and payment is via credit card. Registration for most Educator Treks is on a first-come\, first-served basis. Treks fill quickly\, so register early! \nDETAILS \n\nFee: $25 deposit (will be refunded upon completion of the workshop). No overnight accommodations are provided.\nRequirements: This workshop is open to educators (includes teachers\, administrators\, pre-service or substitute teachers; non-formal educators; anyone working on their EE certification)\nIf you are interested in attending and find the workshop is full\, we have good news: the waiting list is open. If spaces become available\, we will email or call the next person in line.\nActivity Level: Hiking on uneven surfaces\, wading/snorkeling in cool water\, and extended time outdoors in July weather.
URL:https://naturalsciences.org/calendar/event/project-restore-educator-trek-mad-for-madtoms/
LOCATION:In the Field
CATEGORIES:Educator Treks,Educators,Trips,Workshops
ORGANIZER;CN="Megan%20Davis":MAILTO:megan.davis@naturalsciences.org
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SUMMARY:Blue Whales Lecture Series
DESCRIPTION:Hear what the latest research tells us about WHALES — from amazing new discoveries to ongoing conservation efforts to revealing prehistoric origins — with some of the nation’s top whale scientists in this four-part lecture series. \nBlue Whales: Bigger Than Your Imagination\nJoin Duke University conservation ecologist Dr. David Johnston for a fascinating look at blue whales—the largest animals on Earth and unsung heroes of ocean health. He will share all the latest research – DYK that blue whales only beat their hearts 1-2 times a minute during a dive? Dr Johnston & colleagues just discovered this. With the help of drones and other new technology\, we’re seeing whales in a whole new light—up close\, in action\, and more important than ever. \nEnjoy the lecture (7–8pm) and an evening viewing of the “Blue Whales” special exhibition (open 5–7pm). \nTickets: Series $45\, $15 Members; Lecture $15\, $5 Members. \nBuy Tickets \n\n \nAbout our speaker\nDr. David Johnston is a Professor of the Practice of Marine Conservation Ecology at Duke University and the Associate Dean of Teaching Innovation at the Nicholas School of the Environment. He chairs the Duke Environmental Leadership Master’s Program and is the Director of the Marine Robotics and Remote Sensing (MaRRS) Lab at Duke University. Johnston’s research program currently focuses on advancing robotic applications\, platforms and sensors for marine science\, education\, and conservation missions. \n\nUpcoming lectures:\nAug. 14: Gigantic Beasts & How to Find Them\nDr. Ari Friedlaender\, University of California – Santa Cruz \nSept. 4: Tales of Whales: Why Conservation Matters\nDr. Andy Read\, Duke University\n \nOct. 9: Where Did Whales Come From?\nDr. Mark Uhen\, George Mason University\n \n\n 
URL:https://naturalsciences.org/calendar/event/blue-whales-lecture-series/
LOCATION:Downtown Raleigh\, 11 West Jones Street\, Raleigh\, NC\, 27601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults,Downtown Raleigh,Educators,Lectures,Teens,WRAL 3D Theater
ORGANIZER;CN="Kari%20Wouk":MAILTO:kari.wouk@naturalsciences.org
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