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Dwyer to discuss Polar Gigantism in Antarctic Sea Spiders

Local news article promoting an upcoming talk to the SeaDoc Society with teacher Timothy Dwyer.

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The Science of Climate Change Mini Exhibit

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This mini exhibit explores the science behind climate change and introduces current climate change research to the public. Panels cover the topics of changing climate, ocean acidification and sea level rise, giving examples of how data is collected and current research in these fields. The exhibit also provides websites for further exploring climate change impacts.

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Arctic Ground Squirrels (Siksik)

This website provides information on the Arctic ground squirrel including facts and pictures explaining the adaptations the squirrel has to survive the harsh Arctic winters.

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Tomatosphere

A great resource that includes content and lessons for all grades. You can sign up to receive seeds that have either been in space or on Devon Island plus seeds that have not been exposed to harsh conditions. Students will be able to participate in a blind study to see if they can determine which seeds are the harsh environment

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Tagging of Pacific Predators: TOPP

As an educator you can from select a variety of Pacific animals and track their location. Animals have been tagged by scientists and are being monitored. You will be able to use real and on going data for a multitude of classroom activities with your students. Overview taken from website Tagging of Pacific Predators began in 2000 as one of

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