Apalachicola River and Floodplain Exploration

The Apalachicola River has been called “the Lifeblood of the Bay.” Freshwater from the river mixes with salty gulf creating Apalachicola Bay, one of the most pristine and productive estuaries in the country. The river has always played an important role in Apalachicola’s history and it is vital to our lives today. It is also a significant resource for the state of Florida, and its freshwater flow is critical to the health and productivity of the Gulf of Mexico.

This class will help residents of Franklin and neighboring counties understand the value of this connected ecosytems. Participants will learn about the ecology, culture, and history of the Apalachicola River and floodplain, as well as come to appreciate the impact interstate relationships play in the control of the river. After the in-class portion, participants will embark on a journey up the river aboard the Reserve's research vessel to get an up-close look at some of the floodplain ecosystems and distributaries of the river.

Please Note this trip will require moderate walking and climbing in and out of a boat.

*This class is intended for adult education purposes, so we kindly ask that people registering be 16 years or older.

*If you have taken this class before, please withhold from making reservations allowing others a chance to learn.

Tickets for the class are free but must be claimed in advance by clicking the button in the upper right corner. If you have any further questions, please do not hesitate to get in touch with Anita Grove at (850) 670-7708 or by email at [email protected].

Host or Publisher Apalachicola National Estuarine Research Reserve