Apalachicola River and Floodplain Exploration

Name: Apalachicola River and Floodplain Exploration
Start: 2024-12-06T12:30:00-05:00
Location: 108 Island Drive, Eastpoint, FL, United States, Florida 32328

Schedule

Fri, 06 Dec, 2024 at 12:30 pm

UTC-05:00

Location

108 Island Drive, Eastpoint, FL, United States, Florida 32328 | Eastpoint, FL

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.
The purpose of this class is to 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.
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