Invasive Species of Lake Erie

Invasive Species of Lake Erie

Sunday, April 29, 2:00 to 3:00 p.m.

Recommended audience is 8 to 13 years-old

During the Invasive Species of Lake Erie students will learn about the danger of invasive species to ecosystems and what to do in case they see an invasive species.  A presentation by Northern Michigan University students Tarra Nieman and Hannah Pickens that will teach that resources are limiting factors in an ecosystem and that each organism has adaptations that allow it to obtain resources. Through an active game, students will also learn that invasive organisms can upset the balance of an ecosystem and out compete native species for available resources.

About

MooseWood Nature Center is an independent, non-profit organization supported by memberships, donations and grants. Our mission is to celebrate nature through education and action in the Upper Peninsula.

Hours

Sat & Sun 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM
or by appointment

Phone: (906) 228-6250