August 16th, 2022
Experience Lake Erie aboard an Ohio State University research vessel and visit the beautiful Put-In-Bay, Ohio with the Allen County Soil and Water Conservation District!
- Learn about programs and projects happening in the Western Lake Erie Basin
- Tours of Aquatic Visitors Center
- Gain firsthand experience on the impact of harmful algal blooms
- Participate in an OSU Research Vessel cruise to evaluate the lake’s viability
- Learn about the Lake Erie ecosystem and human impacts on the lake
- Discover the history and happenings of Put-in-Bay and South Bass Island
- Enjoy Lunch (provided) on Put-in-Bay’s premier Boardwalk restaurant
- Participate in a fish trawl and learn to identify common Lake Erie fish species
- Snacks and refreshments will be provided throughout the day
- Bus departs 6:30 a.m. sharp, ferry to island departs at 9:30 a.m. sharp!
$50 / person ($40 before July 8th)
To reserve your spot, send check to: Allen County SWCD, 9602 Coldwater Rd, Fort Wayne, IN 46825
For questions email us at mcook.swcd@gmail.com or call (260) 484.5848 ext. 3