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Family Ecology Cruise Aboard The Yankee Clipper
Sponsored by Joppa Flats
Sun, Aug 23, 2009 8:45 am - 10:45 am Location: Merrimack River
Instructor: Lisa Hutchings - Teacher-Naturalist
Audience: Family (suitable for children ages 5 - 12 yrs)
Fee: Adults $20.00m/ $27.00nm, Children $16.00m/ $19.00nm Join Teacher-Naturalist Lisa Hutchings and the crew of the Yankee Clipper for an exciting exploration of the lower Merrimack River ecosystem. We'll conduct hands-on science as we collect water samples, live specimens, and plankton. We'll also look for wading birds, seals, and waterfowl on every trip. Your family will have a wonderful time exploring and learning about this vital part of the area's natural history.
The Yankee Clipper is US Coast Guard inspected and licensed and has life jackets and a marine toilet for your convenience. All children must be accompanied by adults. Instructions and Directions: Meet at the Newburyport boardwalk 15 minutes before departure time. Bring extra clothing, snacks, and a water bottle. Registration is required. Register by mail: program registration form. (PDF 66K)
Register by phone: with a credit card by calling 978-462-9998.
For your own security, DO NOT send credit card information via email. For more information, contact: Joppa Flats
P.O. Box 1558
1 Plum Island Turnpike
Newburyport, MA 01950
joppaflats@massaudubon.org
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