Marine Microplastics (for ages 12-18)

Come with us to Gunpowder Falls State Park to learn about and conduct research on marine microplastics!

This outdoor, field-based class will immerse participants in a hands-on exploration of marine debris, combining interactive discussions with real-world data collection. Participants will work in small groups to investigate debris through activities like collection/categorization, timelines of decomposition, and debris identification. By the end of this three-hour class, participants will have gained a deeper understanding of the sources, impacts, and solutions to marine debris in local waterways and beyond.

You may either meet us at Gunpowder Falls (meeting info to follow) or get a ride with us from the BUGSS lab (101 N Haven St, Baltimore). Please select the appropriate ticket based on which you prefer. Ticket prices include admission to the park.
Scholarships are available! Please email us at info@bugssonline.org to request one

Our instructor Chris Flight is an education coordinator for Maryland Sea Grant. Chris specializes in marine-related informal education activities and has been working with students since 2016. In his free time, Chris enjoys hiking and volunteering as a Certified Maryland Master Naturalist at environmental festivals and habitat restorations.

When: Saturday, October 11 · 9am - 12pm EDT

Where: Gunpowder Falls State Park Hammerman Area
7200 Graces Quarters Road Middle River, MD 21220

Fee: $28.52 - $39.19

Make sure to register on Eventbrite to secure your spot: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/marine-microplastics-for-ages-12-18-tickets-1698541305769?aff=ebdsoporgprofile