The Florida Museum and the UF Thompson Earth Systems Institute invite you to grab a local brew and learn more about Florida’s vast seagrass meadows and the wildlife they support at the next Science on Tap event.

The free event titled “Secrets of Seagrass” takes place Thursday, June 13 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at Cypress & Grove Brewing Co.  located at 1001 NW 4th St. in Gainesville. No registration is required.

Attendees will join a discussion led by Savanna Barry, UF/IFAS Florida Sea Grant agent at the Nature Coast Biological Station. With a background in fisheries and aquatic sciences, Barry is responsible for educating the public about topics including sustainable coastal activities, citizen science and habitat restoration. 

Scalloping season starts soon, which means boaters will flock to Florida’s Gulf Coast, home to some of the nation’s most pristine coastline. Unfortunately, bad boating practices cause considerable damage to seagrass beds that provide essential food, habitat and nursery areas to countless fish and invertebrate species. Barry will discuss the industries supported by healthy seagrass meadows as well as helpful boating and recreational guidelines to prevent their damage. 

Schedule: 

6:30 p.m.
Event starts. Grab a bite and a brew and mingle with faculty and staff from the Florida Museum and the UF Thompson Earth Systems Institute.

7-8 p.m.
Audience discussion led by Barry.

8-8:30 p.m.
Experience science with representatives from local organizations.

For more information, visit: Science on Tap: Secrets of Seagrass

RSVP on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/events/371281093492303/

Featured image: NOAA photo by Heather Dine