It seems that every week there is a news story that highlights the importance of ocean literacy.  Whether it is an oil spill, tsunami warning, offshore drilling proposal, climate change debate, or other topic, it is up to us to educate ourselves and others about the importance of Earth's largest feature.  As an active member of NYSMEA, you will join like-minded individuals as you learn about a plethora of marine-related topics, and access resources for teaching others.

Have you checked out the features of the new website yet?  It houses myriad resources including annotated web links, lesson plans, job listings, citizen science opportunities, suggested field trip destinations, and more!  These resources are available to all for a limited time. In just a few months, only paid-up members will have access to them. 

Join NYSMEA today for just $20.  Your membership fee allows you free admission to many enrichment activities throughout the year, and a discount on our 2010 conference registration.  If you haven't already, mark your calendar for the conference dates-- June 11th -13th.  A reasonably-priced weekend in the Hamptons in June?  Paradise! 

Conference registration is now posted, so register today! Hope to see you there, or at our next meeting/enrichment activity.
 

Sincerely,
Meg

 

Meghan Marrero, Ed.D.
President
New York State Marine Education Association
president@nysmea.org

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For $20.00, you can become a member of the New York State Marine Education Association (NYSMEA). NYSMEA holds an annual conference, periodic meetings, lectures, workshops, field trips, and boat trips. Our Web site also includes lesson plans, job postings, research opportunities, field trip destinations, and marine-related links. Members are available to assist new teachers or old interested in developing laboratory, lecture and field work. Still not convinced? Read our TOP FIVE REASONS TO JOIN!