Wed Apr 25, 2012 7:00pm
Branford Land Trust Lecture: Long Island Sound Invasives
Sponsored by: Branford Land Trust
Mark Bennett will speak about aquatic nuisance species, otherwise known as invasive species. We will learn definitions and the means of introduction of the invasive species in local waters. We will see maps of current infestations, learn more about the ecological impact and some control measures.
Mark is chief engineer for an electronics manufacturer of position sensors. He is a member of the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary, and will be the Division 24 vice-commander on January 1, 2012. As a member of the Auxiliary, he has worked as the marine safety officer involved with the Sea Partners program, a marine environmental education, protection and outreach effort.
For more information, visit www.branfordlandtrust.org.
- Admission: Free
- Blackstone Memorial Library
- Main Street
- Branford
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