MSU Science Education at Sea

This one-day immersive marine science education experience for 7-12 grade students will introduce students to their local habitats while allowing them to conduct hands-on marine science data collection. Students will learn fundamental concepts of marine and atmospheric science in the context of the Mississippi Sound coastal environments and ecosystems, while engaging in hands-on activities that demonstrate the collection of marine and atmospheric science data. This will take place aboard the Ship Island Ferry in the Mississippi Sound and at Ship Island.

Accessibility: Students will need to be able to spend the day in the sun and heat while using sampling equipment on Ship Island.

PROGRAM INCLUDES:

• A day aboard the Ship Island Ferry in the Mississippi Sound and at Ship Island

• Equipment and supplies

• Lunch