The list of website links below provide you with access to more information on the estuaries. Each website will open in a new window.
AlgaeBase
A database of information on terrestrial, marine and freshwater algae, including photos and search functions. Open in a new window: http://www.algaebase.org
California Coastal Commission - 1995 ReCAP Pilot Project, Monterey Bay Region: Wetlands
This site examines both wetland resources and the institutional framework used to determine how these resources are protected and managed. The historic, current and projected status of wetland morphology (acreage, fragmentation, and habitat), physicochemical processes (hydrology and water quality), and biodiversity are presented. Open in a new window: http://www.coastal.ca.gov/recap/chap5.html
California Resources Agency - Wetlands Information System
Learn more about California's marshes, estuaries and other wetlands. Open in a new window: http://ceres.ca.gov/wetlands/
Elkhorn Slough Foundation and the Elkhorn Slough National Estuarine Research Reserve
The Elkhorn Slough is located in the middle of Monterey Bay and provides important habitat for rare plants, animals and many species of birds. Open in a new window: http://elkhornslough.org
Elkhorn Slough Tidal Wetland Plan
The purpose of this collaborative planning process is to conserve, enhance, and restore tidal habitats in the Elkhorn Slough watershed by developing strategies to address hydrological management issues. Open in a new window: http://elkhornslough.org/tidalwetlandplan.htm
A nonprofit organization involved in preservation of the nation's network of estuaries by protecting and restoring the lands and waters essential to the richness and diversity of coastal life. Open in a new window: http://estuaries.org
The English/Spanish MERITO (Multicultural Education for Resource Issues Threatening Oceans) website provides bilingual information on: MERITO programs, dates of upcoming events, background information on a variety of sanctuary issues, downloadable education materials, and current reports and documents related to MERITO. Open in a new window: http://www.montereybay.noaa.gov/educate/merito/welcome.html
California Coastal Commission - Waves, Wetlands, and Watersheds Activity Guide
This classroom and community activity guide addresses issues such as endangered species, marine debris, coastal geology, water use, and much more. It is carefully aligned to the California State Science Content Standards for grades 3 through 8, and includes "Community Action" lessons adaptable for all ages up to and beyond grade 12. Available for free. Open in a new window: http://www.coastal.ca.gov/publiced/pendx.html
California Resources Agency - Wetlands Information System Education Links
Links provided by the California Resources Agency for reading lists, lesson plans and other information on teaching kids about estuaries. Open in a new window: http://ceres.ca.gov/wetlands/ed&research.html
COAST: Consortium for Oceanographic Activities for Students and Teachers - Resource Guide
This material, intended for use by teachers in structuring classroom activities, is divided into sections targeting elementary, middle school and high school programs. Open in a new window: http://www.coast-nopp.org/resource_guide/
Environmental Protection Agency - National Estuary Program
Website explores these unique environments, including some of the plants and animals that live there. On the site, there are games and activities to teach people how to help protect these natural treasures. Some spanish language resources are available. Open in a new window: http://www.epa.gov/OWOW/estuaries
Site offers comprehensive and proven hands-on/minds-on K-12 curriculum guides that are available for purchase. Each lesson has student activities preceded by a "Teacher Background" section which contains key concepts, background information, materials needed, teaching hints, extension ideas, and answer keys. Open in a new window: http://www.forsea.org
Monterey Bay Aquarium - Student and Teacher Resources and Activities
The Monterey Bay Aquarium offers teacher and student resources including: species and habitat-specific information, live cams, classroom activities, and interactive online games. Open in a new window: http://www.mbayaq.org/lc/
National Geographic Xpeditions - Estuaries and Development Lesson
Targeted at the high school level, this website contains a lesson plan that examines a conflict between economic development and the environment and attempts for a sound compromise. Using estuaries as a case study, students are encouraged to consider the interaction between environment conservation and economic demand, and to seek a balance that will protect both the estuarine habitat and economic growth. Open in a new window: http://www.nationalgeographic.com/xpeditions/lessons/11/g912/tgestuaries.html
NOAA Photo Library
NOAA's photo library contains incredible shots of an amazing array of animals, technology, scientists, and images of historical treasures. Site also offers search function for images. Open in a new window: http://www.photolib.noaa.gov
North Carolina National Estuarine Research Reserve - Information for Teachers and Students
This website has lesson plans based on North Carolina estuaries that can be easily adapted to the Pacific Coast. The site contains a variety of activities and suggestions for integrating estuaries into curriculum or teaching plans. Includes pre-field trip activities that are great for preparation, and after-trip activities for getting the most out of the experience. Open in a new window: http://www.ncnerr.org/education/index.html
NOS Education Discovery Kits
Discovery Kits describe the basic scientific principles underlying the applied science and activities of NOAA’s National Ocean Service (NOS). Designed for educators and students at the high school level, they are written in easy-to-read, non-technical language, and focus on the themes of oceans, coasts, and charting and navigation. Open in a new window: http://oceanservice.noaa.gov/education/kits/welcome.html
The Bridge - Ocean Sciences Teacher Resource Center
Materials and curricula related to many areas of study in the Monterey Bay. Be sure to check the data tip of the month archives. (Supported by the National Sea Grant Office, the National Oceanographic Partnership Program, and the National Marine Educators Association.) Open in a new window: http://www.vims.edu/bridge/
USGS - National Wetlands Research Center
Website provides a basis for teachers to develop a tailored, comprehensive study of coastal wetlands. A framework of information and suggestions for activities and demonstrations may be used and revised to accommodate different levels of students. Open in a new window: http://www.nwrc.usgs.gov/educ_out.htm
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