Program continues going strong, even in challenging 2020
In a typical October, Middlesex County school children would be heading out on the Rappahannock River on Chesapeake Bay Foundation’s Jenni S boat to learn about the value of the fish and wildlife on the river and try out fishing gear and navigation tools.
In a typical early November yellow school buses would deliver hundreds of students from all area schools to the Urbanna waterfront to participate in Oyster Festival Education Day. By completing activities in small groups, they would learn about the past and future ecology and culture of our region.
The year 2020 is unique, but the Urbanna Oyster Festival is also unique in its ongoing commitment to ensure that Middlesex County children develop an appreciation for and understanding of the history, ecology, and importance of our rivers and bay. The Marine Science Legacy program is going strong.
If you would like to support the Marine Science Legacy Program and other Chesapeake Bay-related education programs, consider purchasing a Friend of the Chesapeake license plate at www.dmv.virginia.gov/vehicles/#splates.
For information about the Marine Science Legacy Program or the festival, visit www.urbannaoysterfestival.org.
