In recognition of World Ocean Day, LynnLab welcomes local youth and adults in a hands-on Shoreline BioBlitz designed to foster environmental literacy, scientific inquiry, and ocean stewardship. Starting at low tide, 10AM, participants will explore and work collaboratively to observe, identify, and document coastal species found along the shoreline. Guided by LynnLab staff and volunteers, participants will learn to recognize common intertidal organisms, understand their ecological roles, and explore how biodiversity contributes to healthy ocean systems.

Participants that are not able to join LynnLab on the beach, we will have a sampling of specimens at our tables, including a sensory sand box for folks to explore, a traveling tidepool tank from Northeastern University’s Marine Science Center, and plankton samples to view on the microscope.

LynnLab will also have a sensory seaweed station, with local seaweed samples to explore, learn their ecological benefits, and understand their consumer use. Additionally, there will be an opportunity to use seaweed and pipettes to make a unique piece of artwork that symbolizes what the ocean means to our participants.

Organized by our Better Beaches partner LynnLab.