Community Science Talks: Shells and rocks: paving the way to increase oyster habitat in Maryland’s Chesapeake Bay

March 4, 2025 5:30pm to 6:30pm iCal Google Calendar

Join HPL scientists for a series of free, interactive talks about the latest environmental science research and what it means for the Shore and beyond. Light refreshments served.

Shells and rocks: paving the way to increase oyster habitat in Maryland’s Chesapeake Bay presented by Professor Elizabeth North
Tuesday, March 4, 5:30-6:30pm
Talbot Community Center, Wye Oak Room, Easton

Baby oysters prefer to grow on the shells of other oysters. They sense that this must be a good home for an oyster! But because oyster shells are in short supply, scientists are experimenting with other materials to find out what surfaces can support healthy populations. Professor Elizabeth North will take attendees on the science journey to evaluate solutions to increase oysters and their habitat in the Bay.

Stop in for one or join them all!

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Feb. 27 Virtuous Viruses

March 4 Shells and rocks: paving the way to increase oyster habitat in Maryland’s Chesapeake Bay

March 11 When waters bloom: Harmful Algal Blooms