National Estuaries Day 2023
2023-09-30 08:00 - 14:00 UTC | Grand Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve Coastal Resources Center, 6005 Bayou Heron Road, Moss Point, MS 39562, MS, 39562, United States
Join the Grand Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve (NERR) in celebrating National Estuaries Day! Take a boat trip down beautiful Bayou Heron where you will meet our scientists and explore several different habitats. At the building, explore the estuary through hands-on activities. Learn how scientists conduct research in the field and use that information to help protect our estuaries. Boat rides run from 8:00 am until 12:00 pm. Boat space is limited. You must reserve your seat in order to ride a boat. Building activities are open to the public and do not require RSVP. Registration will open on Eventbrite by August 31, 2023. The link below may not work until that date.

Grand Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve Federal Evaluation
2023-09-20 12:00 - 13:00 | Grand Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve Coastal Resources Center, 6005 Bayou Heron Road, Moss Point, MS 39562, MS, 39562, United States
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s Office for Coastal Management conducts periodic evaluations of state programs participating in the National Estuarine Research Reserve System. The Grand Bay Reserve is part of a national network of 30 reserves protected for long-term research, water-quality monitoring, education, and coastal stewardship.

The Coastal Zone Management Act calls for the periodic evaluation of all federally approved estuarine research reserves. The evaluations assess operations and management and how the lead state agency and the reserve are addressing the issues identified in the reserve’s management plan, NOAA regulations governing the reserve system, and the terms of federal financial assistance awards.

Public participation is a valued part of the evaluation process, and the evaluation team would like to hear the views of all interested parties.

A public meeting will be held to solicit public comments on Wednesday, September 20, 2023, at noon at the at the Grand Bay Reserve, 6005 Bayou Heron Road, Moss Point, MS 39562. Virtual attendees may register at https://forms.gle/tCXQoVBVGVCZrWpB7 by Tuesday, September 19, 2023, at 7:00 p.m. You may also submit written comments for inclusion in the findings to Carrie Hall, the evaluation team leader, at czmaevaluations@noaa.gov no later than September 29, 2023.

Fly Tie Class 2023
2023-09-09 09:30 - 11:00 | Grand Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve Coastal Resources Center, 6005 Bayou Heron Road, Moss Point, MS 39562, MS, 39562, United States
Have you ever wanted to make your own flies for fishing?! Join us as the Mississippi Coast Fly Fishers teach us how to tie different salt and fresh water flies. Enjoy a small group, hands-on experience where everyone gets to leave with their own hand-made fly and maybe a new hobby! Space is limited to 20 people. Must reserve your seat by contacting Avery. *Must be age 12 and up to participate.

This event is co-participated by Mississippi Coast Fly Fishers (MCFF) and Project Healing Waters (PHW). Members will be happy to assist inquiries concerning PHW activities, and fly-fishing club activities, membership, and events. Join the fun, productive, and rewarding experience of fly fishing!

Teacher Open House @ Infinity Science Center 2023
2023-08-17 16:30 - 18:30 | Infinity Science Center, 1 Discovery Circle, Pearlington, Mississippi, 39572, United States
INFINITY will host their annual Teacher Open House on Thursday, August 17, 2023 from 4:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. This evening is designed to provide an opportunity for educators to visit the museum and become familiar with the STEM experiences offered for their students. Educators will also learn about the STEM resources offered by our wide range of exhibitors. *Grand Bay NERR will be an exhibitor, so stop by our booth and chat with an educator about classroom resources! Registration is through the Infinity Science Center.

Raptor Road Show 2023
2023-08-12 09:30 - 11:30 | Grand Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve Coastal Resources Center, 6005 Bayou Heron Road, Moss Point, MS 39562, MS, 39562, United States
Join us as the Environmental Studies Center brings the Raptor Roadshow to the Grand Bay NERR! Learn about all the wonders of our native birds of prey. This show feature rehabilitated live raptors which may include hawks, kestrels, owls, kites, osprey, and a bald eagle. Space is limited to 40 people! You must reserve your seats to the show. Get your tickets at the website link below.

Let's Get Batty! Teacher Workshop
2023-06-16 08:00 - 16:30, 2023-06-14 08:00 - 16:30 | Grand Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve Coastal Resources Center, 6005 Bayou Heron Road, Moss Point, MS 39562, MS, 39562, United States
Have you ever wanted to learn more about our friendly, flying mammal, the bat? Come join us at the NERR as we hear from bat biologist and researcher, Mandy Sartain. Learn about the important ecological and economical services bats provide us, as well as the bat research taking place at the NERR. Enjoy this free workshop and leave feeling a little battier!

Teachers on the Estuary Workshop
2023-06-06 07:30 - 2023-06-08 11:30 | Grand Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve Coastal Resources Center, 6005 Bayou Heron Road, Moss Point, MS 39562, MS, 39562, United States
Join us for our Teachers on the Estuary (TOTE) workshop! Step back in time through the natural and cultural history of the Grand Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve (NERR) while exploring shell middens, pine savannas, and the early settlers who called this home. Our educators and scientists will use storytelling and science and share effective teaching resources for bringing NERR Science and history to your classroom. This workshop is geared towards middle and high school teachers, but all subjects and grade levels are welcome!

Marine Discovery Day
2023-05-06 10:00 - 15:00 | Mississippi Museum of Natural Science, 2148 Riverside Dr, Jackson, Mississippi, 39202
Want to learn about shark biology or how shrimp are caught? Curious about Mississippi’s marine fishes? Join us on May 6, 2023 for Marine Discovery Day at MDWFP’s Mississippi Museum of Natural Science.

MDWF’s Mississippi Museum of Natural Science, Mississippi Department of Marine Resources and various coastal agencies and organizations will host fun and informative activities and demonstrations about Mississippi’s coastal resources, the seafood industry, and fishing!

This event is suitable for the whole family and is included with Mississippi Museum of Natural Science Foundation Membership or regular Museum admission.

Graminoid ID for Southeastern Pine Savannas
2023-04-27 09:00 - 14:00 | Grand Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve Coastal Resources Center, 6005 Bayou Heron Road, Moss Point, MS 39562, MS, 39562, United States
Wet pine savannas are home to a tremendous amount of plant biodiversity, most of which is driven by the fire ecology that maintains the savanna’s open canopy. Join the Grand Bay NERR botanists, Andrew Heaton and Emmett Carstens, in learning to identify the graminoids (grasses, sedges, and rushes) found at the Reserve this spring! There will be classroom instruction and a field component to this workshop. Space is limited, register today!!

Dauphin Island Sea Lab Discovery Day
2023-04-22 10:00 - 14:00 | Mississippi
Discovery Day is back in 2023! The open house event gives you the chance to learn about current research and and learn more about the coastal ecosystem we live in. The day includes a chance to explore real scientific laboratories, hands-on science lessons, and free children’s admission to the Alabama Aquarium. Grand Bay NERR will also be at this event with a booth.

Botanical Watercolor Workshop
2023-04-22 08:00 - 15:00 | Grand Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve Coastal Resources Center, 6005 Bayou Heron Road, Moss Point, MS 39562, MS, 39562, United States
Join the Grand Bay NERR as we celebrate Earth Day with art, featuring guest botanical watercolor instructor Penny Crawford. Botanical paintings of plant materials are drawn in pen and ink and painted in vibrant watercolor. We’ll walk around the Reserve to find our floral inspiration and spend the rest of the afternoon learning techniques and creating a masterpiece to take home.

Celebrate the Gulf Marine Education Festival
2023-04-01 10:00 - 15:00 | Memorial Park, Pass Christian, MS, 101 Fleitas Ave, Pass Christian, Mississippi, 39571, United States
Celebrate the Gulf Marine Education Festival was first established in 1991 to teach residents and visitors about the importance of the Gulf of Mexico. The festival is held the first Saturday in April under the beautiful canopy of the live oak trees in Memorial Park in Pass Christian, Mississippi in conjunction with our sister festival, Art in the Pass. Join us and our 35+ exhibitors to learn about everything from our upland habitats and wildlife to the recreational and commercial services that the Gulf of Mexico provides! Come get a festival poster signed by our winning artist, and talk to our Student Science Showcase winners to learn about the science local students are doing in our community. Stop by our Registration tent to help your school win our School Attendance Award. We will have live animal shows, free family caricatures and photo booths, and tons of activities for kids of all ages. Come join us in celebrating our Gulf on the first Saturday in April!

Mobile Boat Show
2023-03-04 13:00 - 2023-03-05 14:00 | Mississippi
Grand Bay NERR will be at the Mobile Boat Show on March 4 & 5, 2023 from 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm for the Kids’ Event in Room 107.

Biloxi Boat Show
2023-02-04 13:00 - 2023-02-05 14:00 | Mississippi
Grand Bay NERR will be at the Biloxi Boat Show on February 4 & 5, 2023 from 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm for the Kids’ Event.

Batik Art Workshop
2023-01-14 08:00 - 2023-01-15 17:00 | Grand Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve Coastal Resources Center, 6005 Bayou Heron Road, Moss Point, MS 39562, MS, 39562, United States
Invasive and non-native species occur in natural spaces due to transport by the environment, animals, or humans. Through batik art, we’ll take a look at how non-native species occur either in competition or in harmony with native species. The instructor for this batiking workshop is Grand Bay NERR’s Director, Dr. Ayesha Gray, ecologist and artist. We invite any and all skill levels to attend and create Reserve-inspired batik art. This workshop will include exploring various Reserve habitats and close nature observations, where we’ll look for our art inspiration and create masterpieces.

Star Party
2022-12-10 17:00 - 21:00 | Grand Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve Coastal Resources Center, 6005 Bayou Heron Road, Moss Point, MS 39562, MS, 39562, United States
Witness one of the largest meteor showers of the year the Geminids Meteor Shower! We will also have an amazing night of free family fun planned with a variety of soups and hot chocolate to enjoy. Some of the activities include: hayride from the Coastal Resources Center to boat launch, viewing the Geminids Meteor Shower, screech owl walk on our Savanna Trail boardwalk, cookie decorating (and eating!), pictures with Santa Claus, reindeer games, and creative crafts.

Reptile Road Show
2022-11-21 18:00 - 19:30 | Grand Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve Coastal Resources Center, 6005 Bayou Heron Road, Moss Point, MS 39562, MS, 39562, United States
Join us as the Environmental Studies Center brings the Reptile Roadshow to the Grand Bay NERR! Learn about all the wonders of our native reptiles. This show feature rehabilitated live reptiles which may include turtles and snakes.

Registration for this event is below.

Mississippi Science Teachers Association Annual Conference
2022-10-24 08:00 - 2022-10-25 17:00 | Golden Nugget Casino, 151 Beach Blvd, Biloxi, Mississippi, 39530
Grand Bay NERR will be at the MSTA Fall Conference! Come find us at our booth in the exhibits area to learn more about our education programs.

Open to MSTA attendees only.

Wetland Delineation and Plant ID course
2022-10-18 08:00 - 2022-10-21 17:00 | Grand Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve Coastal Resources Center, 6005 Bayou Heron Road, Moss Point, MS 39562, MS, 39562, United States
More information coming soon. Registration for this course is not yet open.

Jackson County Fair
2022-10-17 09:00 - 2022-10-22 21:00 | Jackson County Fairgrounds, 2902 Shortcut Rd, Pascagoula, Mississippi, 39567, United States
Grand Bay NERR will be at the Jackson County Fair! Come find us at our booth inside the civic center.

National Estuaries Day
2022-09-24 08:00 - 14:00 | Grand Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve Coastal Resources Center, 6005 Bayou Heron Road, Moss Point, MS 39562, MS, 39562, United States
Join the Grand Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve (NERR) in celebrating National Estuaries Day! Take a boat trip down beautiful Bayou Heron where you will meet our scientists and explore several different habitats. At the building, explore the estuary through hands-on activities. Learn how scientists conduct research in the field and use that information to help protect our estuaries. Boat rides run from 8:00 am until 12:00 pm. Boat space is limited. You must reserve your seat in order to ride a boat. Building activities are open to the public and do not require RSVP. Registration will open on Eventbrite by August 31, 2022. The link below may not work until that date.

Teacher Open House @ Infinity Science Center
2022-09-22 16:30 - 19:30 | Infinity Science Center, 1 Discovery Circle, Pearlington, Mississippi, 39572, United States
INFINITY will host their annual Teacher Open House on Thursday, September 22, 2022 from 4:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. This evening is designed to provide an opportunity for educators to visit the museum and become familiar with the STEM experiences offered for their students. Educators will also learn about the STEM resources offered by our wide range of exhibitors. *Grand Bay NERR will be an exhibitor, so stop by our booth and chat with an educator about classroom resources! Registration is through the Infinity Science Center.

Wilderness First Aid
2022-09-12 08:00 - 2022-09-13 17:00 | Grand Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve Coastal Resources Center, 6005 Bayou Heron Road, Moss Point, MS 39562, MS, 39562, United States
Registration for this training is closed.

Fly Tie Class
2022-09-10 09:00 - 11:00 | Grand Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve Coastal Resources Center, 6005 Bayou Heron Road, Moss Point, MS 39562, MS, 39562, United States
Have you ever wanted to make your own flies for fishing?! Join us as the Mississippi Coast Fly Fishers teach us how to tie different salt and fresh waterflies. Enjoy a small group, hands-on experience where everyone gets to leave with their own hand-made fly and maybe a new hobby! Space is limited to 20 people. Must reserve your seat by contacting Avery.

Wilderness First Aid
2022-09-10 08:00 - 2022-09-11 17:00 | Grand Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve Coastal Resources Center, 6005 Bayou Heron Road, Moss Point, MS 39562, MS, 39562, United States
Learn how to respond to medical emergencies, treat injuries and illnesses, by improvising solutions with the items you have available in your surroundings. This course is designed for local, state and federal employees dealing with the aftermath of natural disasters, expedition guides, wilderness instructors, remote travelers or anyone who spends time in locations where 9-1-1 response is more than an hour away.

Course topics include: wilderness medicine; anatomy & physiology; patient assessment; shock, brain & spine injuries; musculoskeletal injuries; chest injuries; respiratory distress; submersion injuries; bites & stings; allergies & anaphylaxis; ear, nose & teeth injuries; heat injuries; abdominal problems; hypothermia & cold injuries; lightning; wilderness first aid kits; wounds, wound cleaning & infection.

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Raptor Road Show
2022-08-20 09:30 | Grand Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve Coastal Resources Center, 6005 Bayou Heron Road, Moss Point, MS 39562, MS, 39562, United States

iNat the Gulf
2022-04-23 09:00 - 12:00 | Grand Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve Coastal Resources Center, 6005 Bayou Heron Road, Moss Point, MS 39562, MS, 39562, United States
Join Grand Bay NERR staff as we introduce you to iNaturalist. Participants will leave the event knowing how to catalog with iNaturalist and explore the springtime flora and fauna at the Reserve while doing it! You’ll also be able to add to our local projects and inform our site profile. Space is limited to 20 participants! To register, email Mrs. Avery Beck.

Paddle the Gulf- kayaking
2022-04-22 10:00 - 12:30 | Grand Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve Coastal Resources Center, 6005 Bayou Heron Road, Moss Point, MS 39562, MS, 39562, United States
Estuaries are where the rivers meet the sea, creating a unique and important ecosystem. Learning and understanding this valuable environment can only increase your connection to nature in your community. Join us as we kayak along our bayou here at Grand Bay NERR and celebrate Earth Day 2022! To register, email Jennifer Cumbest. Space is limited to 16 participants.

Celebrate the Gulf Marine Education Festival
2022-04-02 08:00 - 17:00 | Mississippi
Join us for Celebrate the Gulf
