The 2nd annual Upper Newport Bay Ocean Discovery Day
celebration took place on Saturday, June 10 at Shellmaker Island. Nearly 700 visitors
attended and enjoyed a variety of environmental exhibits and nature craft
booths. Children were able to touch rays and sharks, make paper fish and do many
other things.
Pontoon boat trips left from the
Shellmaker dock throughout the day. These trips gave visitors the opportunity to
experience the beauty of Upper Newport Bay and learn about the ecological importance of
the Bay. There was also a special ceremony honoring Charles Mitchell of MBC Environmental
Sciences - a man who has studied the marine environment for nearly 50 years.
Many thanks to all the participants,
as well as the numerous volunteers who worked tirelessly to produce another successful
event at the Bay!
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