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The Strandline

New York State Marine Education Association Newsletter
June 2011
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President's Address

 

Dear NYSMEANS,

 

Our 2011 Conference was a huge success, due to the teamwork of many NYSMEA members and supporters.  From                                   

Learning from Students
Undergraduate and high school students shared their research.

the months of planning by the conference committee, to impressive research presented by students, to the implementation of great workshops and field trips,  to bidding high at the auction, everyone played a role.  Your support is much appreciated!

 

This year's conference theme focused on stewardship and citizen action.  We learned about restored salt marshes, boats that run on recycled french fry oil, and wa ys to get students and adults involved in monitoring programs.  Have you thought about getting outside this summer to enjoy and support our local

NYSMEA members at the Salt Marsh
Birdwatching at the restored Ave U salt marsh.

environments?   

 

There are plenty of ways to get involved with citizen science and stewardship activities, many of which are listed on our website.   

 


Together, through collective actions, we can make a difference! Have a great summer, and look for upcoming NYSMEA events during the best season to enjoy our NY waterways. 


Meg

Meghan Marrero, Ed.D.

NYSMEA President [email protected]  

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Special thanks to our conference exhibitors!  Please click or contact these vendors to learn more.   Beneath the Sea Marine Careers LogoNY Microscopical SocietyMicro OpticsNY Life 

 


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What's new on the Web?  

 

When you receive our issue of The Strandline each month it also means we've updated our Web site!

Here are a few postings that we thought might be of special interest to you all:

- New JOB postings! click here

- Scholarships and grant opportunities! click here

- Upcoming NYSMEA and other events! click here

- Info about our Annual Conference! click here

For more regular updates, find us on Twitter, Linked In, and Twitter by clicking on the icons, below, on the bottom right of this newsletter.

If you are interested in helping collect content for our Web site, please email Larissa, the Web site Committee Chair at
[email protected] . We can always use the help!  


 

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UPCOMING EVENTS  

   

 

Bronx River Festival

Saturday, June 11, 11:00 am - 3:00 pm; Bronx River Forest at Burke Bridge

Riverdale Riverfest
Sunday, June 12, 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm; College of Mt. St. Vincent

 

Hidden Harbor Tours: Newark Bay
Tuesday, June 14, 6:15 pm; Pier 16, South Street Seaport

 

Jamaica Bay Sunset Cruise  

Saturday, June 18, 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm; Departs Sheepshead Bay  

  

Hidden Harbor Tours: The North River Tour
Tuesday, June 28, 6:15 pm; Pier 16, South Street Seaport


Find more events at our Calendar page.  
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. Learn a lot, have a great time and meet some talented, energized educators with a passion for water, just like yours!  

 

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The New York State Marine Education Association (NYSMEA) is a 501 (c) 3 nonprofit organization that exists to promote marine awareness and encourage the growth and exchange of instructional resources.