Join us for the 2025 Scallop Seminar, a free, in-person community event bringing together scientists, regulators, and locals to share updates, tools, and insights into the health and future of our beloved bay scallops.
This year’s seminar is packed with info and local relevance for anyone who cares about Taylor County’s coastal heritage:
🌊 What to Expect: 🔹 Scallop Population Updates
Get the latest results from this year’s scallop counts in our region—what’s changing and what it means for harvesters.
🔹 Scallop Sorter Demonstration
Watch as Florida Sea Grant Extension Agent demonstrates how the scallop sorter is improving data collection and conservation.
🔹 Scallop Restoration Research
Hear from Morgan Hawkins, PhD Candidate at Florida State University Coastal and Marine Lab, as she shares her field research and innovative approaches to restoring scallop populations along the Gulf Coast.
🔹 Regulations & Boating Safety
Stay informed with an update from the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) on current scalloping rules, bag limits, and critical boating safety measures to protect you and the resource.
👥 Who should attend?
Local harvesters, recreational boaters, marina members and staff, stakeholders, conservation volunteers, educators, and anyone passionate about protecting our marine resources.
🎟️ Cost: Free (No registration required – but RSVP to help us plan!)
💬 Bring your questions, your stories, and your scallop spirit. This is your chance to get informed and involved in shaping the future of scalloping in Taylor County.
📸 Add this to your calendar and share the flyer!
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