Citizen Opportunities for Accessing Science Training on the Sound

The University of New Haven is looking for 20 community members, residents from New Haven and West Haven who are at least 16 years old, to be trained as “COASTers.” Those selected will take part in a three-month comprehensive training course taught by experts to become acquainted with field skills and techniques for understanding the ecology, water quality, animals, plants, and algae of Long Island Sound. Participants will also learn the human dimensions of coastal management and how to discuss conservation, policy, and science with the public.

No scientific experience is needed!

Training will take place weekly (in the evening) between June 20 – August 20, with 5 full field days on the weekend.

Funded by: National Fish and Wildlife Foundations and the University of New Haven

Deadline for applications: June 5th

Apply here: https://www.newhaven.edu/COASTS

For more information email: COASTS@newhaven.edu