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The Marine Environmental Education Center has always striven to bring the ocean to the classroom! Join us every Saturday from 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. to learn all about how YOU can help protect our environment. These courses are appropriate for students ages 10 and up, but all are welcome! Just click the link at the scheduled time to join ANY of the meetings below!
Email us at meec@nova.edu with any questions!
Click the link to join: https://nova.zoom.us/j/92246002955
My Life as a Sea Turtle
with Captain the Green Sea Turtle
April 3, 2021 1:00pm-2:00pm
Captain is our resident green sea turtle here at the Marine Environmental Education Center. During this webinar, we’ll have lunch with Captain and discuss how she got here, what are some threats sea turtles face in their lives, and what you can do to help protect these endangered species during this sea turtle nesting season!
Shark Research 101
with Derek Burkholder
April 10, 2021 1:00pm-2:00pm
Dr. Burkholder is the Primary Investigator for the Broward County Sea Turtle Conservation Program, a Research Scientist, and the Director of the Marine Environmental Education Center! In this webinar, learn all about the technology used in shark research and conservation!
The Everglades Foundation
with Analise Persaud
April 17, 2021 1:00pm-2:00pm
The Everglades Foundation works to protect and restore America’s Everglades through science, advocacy & education. In this webinar, we will learn about the Everglades ecosystem and review the differences between the wet and dry habitats, focusing on some of the trees and plants in each. Join us this week to learn all about their work and mission with Analise!
Sea Turtle-Friendly Lighting
with Stephanie Kedzuf
April 24, 2021 1:00pm-2:00pm
Stephanie Kedzuf works with the Broward County Environmental Planning and Community Resilience Department. Join us this week to learn about best lighting practices for commercial and residential properties to ensure sea turtle conservation this nesting season!