Community Science Talks: Billions of Baby Oysters—A Virtual Hatchery Tour

February 18, 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.

Billions of Baby Oysters—A Virtual Hatchery Tour presented by Stephanie Alexander, Oyster Hatchery Manager
Tuesday, Feb. 18, 5:30-6:30pm
Harriet Tubman Museum & Education Center, 424 Race Street, Cambridge

Horn Point Laboratory’s oyster hatchery has produced billions of baby oysters, both to restore populations in the Bay and for the oyster farming industry. What does it take to raise healthy baby oysters? Hatchery Director Stephanie Alexander, who brings 20+ years of experience in the field, will lead attendees on a virtual tour of the famous hatchery.

Stop in for one or join them all!

Feb. 18 Billions of Baby Oysters—A Virtual Hatchery Tour

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

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