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The day takes place in the middle of the horseshoe crab’s annual spawning period. During this time, horseshoe crabs migrate ashore to lay eggs and fertilize them. Volunteers are participating in an annual census to keep track of their migration patterns and population – both indicators of the health of the local ecology. Horseshoe Crab Day also offers an opportunity to learn how to count and tag these creatures for the census. The day’s schedule includes: 1 p.m. · See the new horseshoe crab exhibit · Watch exciting horseshoe crab videos · Observe live horseshoe crabs up close · Make arts and crafts projects 2 p.m. · Listen to the annual reading of “Hernan’s Long Journey: A Horseshoe Crab Story” in English and Spanish by the Cove Rangers, a team of fourth grade students from KT Murphy Elementary School in Stamford 2:30 p.m. · Watch a presentation from Sacred Heart University on horseshoe crab conservation 3 p.m. · Learn how to count and tag horseshoe crabs during a beach walk For more information, contact Dianne@soundwaters.org or call (203) 323-1978. Founded in 1989, SoundWaters is the leading environmental educational organization on Long Island Sound. Its mission is to educate children and adults about the wonders and beauty of Long Island Sound and its watershed. Through education, SoundWaters provides people with an understanding and awareness of the changes they can make in their lives and communities to restore, protect, and preserve Long Island Sound and the environment. Programs take place at the Coastal Education Center in Cove Island Park in Stamford, Connecticut; on SoundWaters, an 80’ three-masted schooner; at schools, community centers and field sites throughout the region. © Copyright by StamfordPlus.com. Some articles and pictures posted on our website, as indicated by their bylines, were submitted as press releases and do not necessarily reflect the position and opinion of StamfordPlus.com, Stamford Plus magazine, Canaiden LLC or any of its associated entities. Articles may have been edited for brevity and grammar. Related Articles: HealtheChildren fundraiser in Ridgefield this Saturday - Sep 19, 2008 - 4:12 PM The Loft Artist Association to present Stamford's largest annual art experience - Sep 19, 2008 - 8:22 AM From Danbury to Stamford, United Way of Western CT takes regional aim at lack of affordable housing - Sep 18, 2008 - 2:53 PM Governor Rell: Added LIHEAP funds ‘more than welcome’ – but still more required - Sep 17, 2008 - 1:26 PM Bees Without Borders presents this year’s first local fundraiser at Fat Cat Pie Co. in South Norwalk, CT - Sep 16, 2008 - 6:48 AM CURRENT HEADLINES: Top of Page
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