Bayshore Walks and Seining
Fridays, June 25, July 2 & - August 27
(No tour July 16 & 23)
10:00am - 12:00pm
Tour the LBIF’s salt marsh on these fun and informative walks. Walk to the bay beach where a 30-foot seine net will be used to trap and examine some of Barnegat Bay’s marine residents face-to-face. Examine unique plants and catch aquatic life for close inspection. Wear old clothes and shoes, and bring bug repellent. Meet the Naturalist from Cattus Island Park in the LBIF Main Gallery.
Free to the Public
Eco-Tours
Wednesdays, July 7 - August 18 (No tour Aug. 4)
11:00am - 12:30pm
Learn fun facts with the whole family on these eco-tours led by local environmental groups and organizations from the area. Learn about the bay and its inhabitants, gardens and their insect allies, and other useful information through hands-on experiences. Some topics will include: rain gardens, marsh tours, Project Power, bird watching, and Project Terrapin. Meet in the LBIF Main Gallery.
Fee: $5 per person
4th Annual Barnegat Bay Day & Go Green Expo
Thursday, July 8
11:00am - 3:00pm
Bring the whole family to the LBIF, where you can learn about conservation and the environment. Kids can participate in hands-on activities that include all of the LBIF’s teaching tools. Meanwhile, adults can discuss energy-saving tips, organic gardening techniques, and more with local business owners and non-profit organizations. Thanks to New Jersey National Gas for sponsoring this event.
Free to the public
Island Blue Pages
Learn about Barnegat Bay’s history, ecology, and what you can do to help. Pick-up your free copy of the Island Blue Pages at the LBIF office and read about the wonders of LBI and how you can help protect our natural environment.
The Science Committee has produced an interactive CD with fun activities for kids (parents and grandparents) based on the Island Blue Pages, but designed to bring information to the younger child via the computer. The CD is available for purchase at the LBIF office.
Learn about science events, volunteering for the Science Committee, and sign-up for the Science e-mail newsletter at the www.LBIFscience.org. We look forward to seeing you at the LBIF!
Saturday Science (Ages 7-12)
Barnegat Bay's Marsh Ecosystem
Saturday, June 26
10:00 - 11:30am
04-CH82S-1-10
Explore the flora and fauna found within Barnegat Bay and its surrounding area. Class includes seining, crabbing, and a scavenger hunt. Instructor: Leigh Sharpless
Fee: $20 Fee w/ Member Discount: $15
STARLAB Planetarium
Saturday, July 10
5:00 – 6:00pm or 7:00 – 8:00pm
04-CH82D-#-10
STARLAB is an incredibly precise, interactive, and exciting planetarium. Join us for an evening of fun and learning identify the most prominent stars and constellations. Instructor: Leigh Sharpless
Fee: $20 per class Fee w/ Member Discount: $15 per class
Plastic Bottle Ecosystems
Saturday, July 31
10:00 - 11:30am
04-CH82S-3-10
Create an ecosystem in a bottle using a variety of plants and small animals. Class members are required to bring two, empty two-liter soda bottles. Discuss the relationship between animals and plants within an ecosystem and their importance to the environment. Instructor: Leigh Sharpless
Fee: $20 Fee w/ Member Discount: $15
Seashells Along the Seashore
Saturday, August 14
10:00 - 11:30am
04-CH82S-2-10
Comb the beach looking for a variety of common and rare shells found along the Jersey Shore. Class includes the creation of a seashell mosaic, shell classification, and common uses of shells. Instructor: Leigh Sharpless
Fee: $20 Fee w/ Member Discount: $15
Summer Camp Program
Nature Studies (7-9)
Monday - Friday, June 28 - August 27
9:30am - 12:00pm
04-CH82-#-10
This is a class in nature exploration for the younger child. The classroom serves as a "home base" as students learn about the bay, beach, plants, bugs, and experience the wonders of the natural world on LBI. Old shoes and clothing are a must. Field trip days will be announced.
Fee: $225 per week Fee w/ Member Discount: $165 per week
Marine Biology (10-12)
Monday - Friday, June 28 - August 27
9:30am - 12:00pm
04-CH81-#-10
This popular class provides field experience learning about the plant and animal life on LBI. Visit the bay, beach, and salt marsh to collect and classify specimens, test water quality, and learn how local development impacts the bay. Field trips are planned for Barnegat Light’s jetty and seining off the bay beach. Old shoes and clothing are a must.
Fee: $225 per week Fee w/ Member Discount: $165 per week
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Science Saturdays
This Year's Past Sessions
Saturdays, February 6 – April 10 from 11:00am – 1:00pm
For the fourth consecutive winter, the LBIF’s Science Committee hosts interactive lectures tackling today’s most pressing environmental and scientific issues in an easy-to-understand format. Coffee and refreshments are available at the LBIF Café.
April 17 - 11:00am – 1:00pm (Please call to confirm 609 494 1241)
Science Saturday will round out on April 17 with Project Terrapin. Discover fascinating facts about the life of terrapins, see them up close and learn how you can get involved with LBIF’s new partnership to help self them. John Wnek is the Research coordinator for project terrapin at the Marine Academy of Technology and Environmental Science.
Canceled due to Blizzard of February 6
EXPLORING OUR SEAS WITH RUTGERS ROBOTS Josh Kohut, Assistant Professor of Oceanography at Rutgers University Learn about Rutgers’ fleet of undersea robots used to delve into depths never scientifically explored before, and find out how they’re being used along the New Jersey coast.
The Rutgers Robots were the subject of a great SandPaper article:
http://lbifoundation.org/programs/Rutgers%20Roberts121609_SP_30.pdf
April 10 11:00am – 1:00pm
Rain Garden—what is a rain garden and how can this storm water tool turn your backyard into a haven. Learn the differences between native plantings and a rain garden and how to start one on your property with the first turn of the soil. Science Co-chair Angela Andersen will talk about the onsite rain garden and the myriad public programs that will center on the garden for kids and adults, in the arts and through science.
March 27 - 11:00am – 1:00pm (Please call to confirm 609 494 1241)
Shark Saturday Jenkinsons aquarium naturalists will host this family friendly program and take a bite out of the mystique of sharks along the Atlantic coast. They will separate fact from fiction while discussing the ocean’s most misunderstood creatures – the shark. Participants will discover why sharks are unique, how this feared predator benefits the oceans and about conservation efforts to protect them.
February 13
HOW TO SAVE MONEY WITH ALTERNATIVE ENERGY - This is really a good one! John Morra, Owner, Southside Electric – will explain how to evaluate your own home energy needs and how much money can be save through conservation and, perhaps, alternative energy. The original idea was to use LBIF as a model but John M. had a better idea. He will help attendees to understand their true energy needs and then explore ways to meet them. This will be a very interactive session so bring a copy of your energy bill so we can address some specific questions.
Special added features:
· Wes Dalzell, who is using solar energy right now, will be there to share his experience.
After the presentation at the foundation we will take a short trip (2 blocks) to a LEEDS house
under construction. You will see the how low energy lighting, geothermal and solar will all work together to,
all but eliminate, energy costs. You will also see a unique storm water collection system and other
GREAT STUFF
February 20
JACQUES COUSTEAU NATIONAL ESTUARINE RESEARCH RESERVE The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s Jacques Cousteau National Estuarine Research Reserve covers 115,000 acres around the most pristine estuary from Boston to Virginia. Discover how it is being used and how their research is helping to preserve our coastal environment.
February 27 - 11:00am – 1:00pm
WIND AND WAVE ENERGY
Offshore energy- Learn how natures elements are being harnessed to develop technology to provide renewable sources of energy on a broad scale. Wind and wave sources will be discussed.
March 6 - 11:00am – 1:00pm
AN INSIDER’S WORKSHOP TO DESIGNING SUSTAINABLE HOMES Jay Madden, Owner, Jay Madden Architects Homeowners and handymen are invited to join one of the island’s premier architects as he teaches how design concepts and innovative products are being used to build island homes that are both beautiful and green.
March 13 - 11:00am – 1:00pm
ELECTRIC VEHICLE DEMONSTRATION
Electric Vehicles for Land and Sea will feature West Creek Marina owner Denis Cohalan will talk about the advantages to an electric boat from a power angle and the quiet ride to immerse in the natural beauty of Barnegat Bay as the exclusive dealer for Duffy electric boats- Cohalan will provide a variety of options for boaters of all types.
See how far the electric car has evolved as a local will be cruising an exclusive electric sports car, the Tesla is far from the old golf cart like ride and represents advancements in the technology of the future for electric vehicles.
March 20 - 11:00am – 1:00pm
SAVING BARNEGAT BAY
The Saving Barnegat Bay program will be hosted by a perennial favorite, Mike Kennish, Ph.D. Rutgers Professor at the Institute of Marine and Coastal Sciences at Rutgers will talk about the extremely important research being done to quantify Barnegat Bay’s problems and lend helpful ways people can get involved with local activities and organizations.
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Some Of Last Year's Sessions
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KNOWLEDGE