Nantucket Maria Mitchell Association Announces Sustainable Scalloping Field Trip
Nantucket, MA – The Nantucket Maria Mitchell Association (MMA) announces an upcoming Sustainable Scallop Field Trip program. Join the Maria Mitchell Association Aquarium Director, Jack Dubinsky, on a sustainable scalloping adventure! As we collect bay scallops, we will learn all about their biology and the challenges they face. Waders, hand nets, and bathyscopes will be provided. This trip requires a valid shellfish permit in order to take home bay scallops.
This program is designed to be interesting for adults and children ages 10 and older. All registered children must be accompanied by a registered adult to participate in this program. Personal transport to and from the meeting location is required to participate. This program meets at the Hither Creek Beach Access (near 25 Massachusetts Avenue).
For more information on obtaining an individual shellfish permit, visit the Town of Nantucket website: https://www.nantucket-ma.gov/2304/Recreational-Shellfish-Permit.
Dates: October 20 and 22; November 3, 5, 10, 12, 17, and 19
Cost per Participant: $20
Pre-registration is required for this event. Registration closes 2 hours before the start of the program. Registration Link: https://112458a.blackbaudhosting.com/112458a/Sustainable-Scalloping-Field-Trip-20Oct2023
The Maria Mitchell Association is a private non-profit organization. Founded in 1902, the MMA works to preserve the legacy of Nantucket native astronomer, naturalist, librarian, and educator, Maria Mitchell. The Maria Mitchell Association operates two observatories, a natural science museum, an aquarium, a research center, and preserves the historic birthplace of Maria Mitchell. A wide variety of science and history-related programming is offered throughout the year for people of all ages.
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For Immediate Release
October 17, 2023
Contact: Molly Mosscrop, Marketing Director
mmosscrop@mariamitchell.org
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