Elementary School Program only
Students will rotate through three hands on activities to learn about the work we do at SCDNR. The topics are Sea Turtle Ecology, Salt Marsh Exploration, and Inshore Fisheries.Sea Turtle Ecology
Students will learn about sea turtle ecology, current research, and population monitoring practices through open discussions and hands-on activities.Salt Marsh Field Study
Come along on a muddy trek through the marsh to explore its importance and biodiversity! Students will replicate research methods through several outdoor activities.Horseshoe Crabs and Shorebirds
Students will practice their investigation skills to determine the relationship between these interactive coastal species. We’ll also explore their individual unique adaptations during hands-on activities.Squid Dissection
Come learn about the biological and ecological elements of squid! Students will perform a dissection while investigating their adaptations, defense mechanisms, and internal anatomy.Marine Debris
Through an assortment of activities, students will learn about where marine debris originates, how it moves, how it affects our marine ecosystem, and prevention techniques.Oyster Reef Community
This lesson covers oyster biology, largely focusing on the importance of oyster reefs along our coast. Students will comb through reef samples to identify organisms living within the crevasses of these communities!Fisheries Management
High School only In this lesson, we’ll discuss decision making and regulation implementation in regard to local fish species. To better understand these complex concepts, students will play a population dynamics game to develop their own sustainable fishery management plan.Fish Dissection
High School only *Subject to change due to availability of fish* This program highlights various adaptations, current research, and habitat utilization of local fish species. Students will dissect a species of bony fish, examining the external and internal anatomy, identifying key body features, and discussing organ functions.