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In the summer of 2012, an enormous Japanese dock washed up on the Oregon coast, bringing with it over 100 species of sea creatures, most considered non-native to the West Coast. Even though the magnitude 9.0 Japanese earthquake happened over … Continue reading
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“Teacher Features” are a regular feature of the WISE Blog, where we interview an outstanding teacher who has integrated invasive species learning into their class. We are so pleased to feature Thea Hayes, who has been an inspiration in her … Continue reading
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Invasive species have once again made it into the newspapers, but this time in the comics section. In a wonderful blend of science and art, nationally syndicated Stone Soup creator Jan Eliot’s latest storyline involves her character Alix, a young girl … Continue reading
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Blackberry pie. Frog legs. Ravioli. It’s the makings of a delicious meal, but there’s a twist – each dish is made from species invasive to Oregon. On August 25, the Institute for Applied Ecology (IAE) will throw their second Invasive … Continue reading
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In our last post, we introduced WISE teacher Julia Harvey, a biology and environmental science teacher at South Eugene High School who was accepted into NOAA’s Teacher at Sea Program. Julia is currently in the Gulf of Alaska, and she’s … Continue reading
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It was always Julia Harvey’s dream to become a marine biologist. After earning a degree in biology, Harvey spent three years in the Peace Corps, and during that experience, she says she “got distracted by teaching” and decided to change … Continue reading
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Heidi Lent is a teacher overflowing with creativity. For starters, she teaches a class called Math, Art and Nature, where she combines all three topics to enrich her students’ learning experience. “For me, my philosophy is integration of subjects, getting … Continue reading
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The Fern Ridge Reservoir just west of Eugene, Ore., is a popular recreation spot for boaters and swimmers during the spring and summer months. The marina attracts freshwater sailors and provides ample fishing opportunities for anglers. There’s only one problem: … Continue reading
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An invasion of slimy, ocean-dwelling creatures sounds like something out of a horror movie, but it’s actually happening on the Oregon coast. An invasive marine animal called Didemnum vexillum showed up in Winchester Bay, Ore., two years ago, and it’s … Continue reading
Welcome to the Watershed and Invasive Species Education Program’s blog, which features interviews, informative articles and pictures of science in action. The West Coast Sea Grant WISE program is dedicated to helping teachers learn about emerging watershed issues, which can be used as tools to engage students in science learning and community action. Feel free to explore, and thank you for reading.