FWC Media Event: Join us for MarineQuest 2017
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Oct. 17, 2017
FWC Media Event
Photo, video and interview opportunities
Join us for MarineQuest 2017
When: Saturday, Oct. 21, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Where: The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission’s (FWC) Fish and Wildlife Research Institute headquarters in downtown St. Petersburg, 100 Eighth Ave. SE.
Parking: Event parking is available for $5 at the SouthCore Parking Garage, 101 First Ave. S. A free shuttle will transport visitors from the parking garage to the MarineQuest entrance.
Media contact: Michelle Kerr, 727-502-4787
Background:
Voyage into science at the FWC Fish and Wildlife Research Institute at MarineQuest 2017.
Making nerdy cool since 1995, this free, family-friendly event features more than 60 exhibits from the FWC and other conservation organizations. Visitors can explore and participate in indoor and outdoor activities, including touch tanks, face painting, archery and more.
Held in conjunction with the St. Petersburg Science Festival, MarineQuest visitors get an exclusive look into Florida’s latest fish and wildlife research.
This year’s event will feature a speaker series where guests can learn from FWC experts about manatee rescues, sharks, coyotes and other interesting topics.
Additional information: MyFWC.com/MarineQuest
About the MarineQuest logo:
Focus in on fish and wildlife research through the eyes of a scientist at MarineQuest. Microscopes help scientists see the big picture. From seagrasses to birds, the 43 unique icons of plants and animals that make up this microscope image represent the Institute’s five research sections: Ecosystem Assessment and Restoration; Freshwater Fisheries Research; Information Science and Management; Marine Fisheries Research; and Wildlife Research.
FWC’s Fish and Wildlife Research Institute Mission Statement:
Through effective research and technical knowledge, we provide timely information and guidance to protect, conserve and manage Florida's fish and wildlife resources.