Educator Workshops

Frying Pan Tower Returnship

Located 32 miles off the coast of North Carolina, Frying Pan Tower rises 135 feet above the Atlantic Ocean. Originally serving as a lighthouse to guide mariners safely through the Atlantic, the tower has since evolved into a hub for environmental research and education, as well as a refuge for diverse marine wildlife. In summer 2024, NC Sea Grant hosted a one-of-a-kind workshop at Frying Pan Tower, offering educators an immersive experience.

Aquatic biology workshop

Coastal and marine education specialist, Dr. Erika Young, has developed an interactive aquatic biology workshop intended for both formal and nonformal educators seeking professional growth, CEU’s, or Criteria II credits for the Environmental Education certification. The workshop aligns with NC state curriculum standards for all grades (K-12).

Key activities include:

• Marine biology basics, common animals found on the sea shore.
• Basic aquatic biology sampling and testing.
• Ocean acidification lesson.
• Mythbusters of the biology world.
• Meiofauna (small aquatic invertebrates) sampling and pond water critters collection and identification.

Project WILD, Aquatic WILD, and Flying WILD Criteria I workshops

Contact Erika Young for more information.