Fellowship Experiences

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The Oyster – And The Contaminants That Can Affect It – Is My World

Ethan Hain • December 17, 2018

I stumbled into my father’s rubber work boots as I peered out over the Chesapeake Bay in the cold November morning. His advice echoed through my ears, “If you’re early, you’re on time. If you’re on time, you’re late. If you’re late, you’re …” I’ve always found myself following his adage to a tee, which means I’d arrived at the Deal Island marina an hour before anyone else. Read more . . .

Kayaking down 7-foot falls rapid on the Chattooga River, SC. Photo credit: Chris Lakey

Watching the Forecasts to Measure the Storms: A white-water kayaker turned ecologist changes direction

Joel Bostic • November 6, 2018

Moving water has always captivated my attention. It started with the ocean: waves pulsing towards shore and breaking, offering endless intrigue. Rivers came next, especially swollen ones after heavy rains. Read more . . .

Artisanal fishing boats parked at Tasajera Island, El Salvador.

Why the Ocean Means So Much to Me

Daniel Teodoro • September 18, 2018

There are many things that matter to me: My family, my studies, my guitar, and my heritage. But one thing holds a special place in my heart: The ocean. Having grown up in El Salvador, the Pacific Coast was a common destination on every holiday or opportunity we had. Read more . . .

Oysters Do More for the Chesapeake Than You Might Think

Adriane Michaelis • August 15, 2018

For the past two years, I’ve traveled tidewater Maryland, asking people, “why aquaculture?” I ask entrepreneurs why they decided to get involved in growing oysters in tanks or floats in the Chesapeake Bay and its tributaries. And for the commercial fishermen who aren’t, I ask, “why not?” This very basic question begins the discussion with each person I talk to, in order to understand on a larger... Read more . . .

Participants and hosts of the Nitrogen school in Brazil. Photo credit: Nazanin Ak

Embracing the Edge

Jacob Hagedorn • August 9, 2018

A recent NPR Hidden Brain podcast discussed the idea of the edge effect, which is the concept of encouraging collaboration between people with diverse interests and backgrounds. Read more . . .