animals in estuary

CoastalExplorer: Animals in the Estuary

Take in beautiful views of the Crane Wildlife Refuge while learning about estuary critters and how life survives in this ever changing environment at the Crane Boat Dock. Families will conduct measurements of water quality and weather, census native vs. Non-native crabs, collect and observe plankton using field microscopes, and… Read More

Kirsten Smith AWSC

Coastal Lecture: Awareness Inspires Conservation

As our coastlines change, the areas where sharks visit along the coast is changing. With all the shark-tivity in 2024, the team at Crane Beach has been working with experts to learn more about these important top predators, and what their presence means for the health of our coastlines. One… Read More

Kirsten Smith AWSC

Shark Anatomy & Biology with AWSC

This hands-on program is geared towards children and families, and is led by our special guests from the Atlantic White Shark Conservancy. Participants will assemble a life-size puzzle of a juvenile white shark and a life-size puzzle of an adult white shark. Learners will then discuss how sharks grow and… Read More