The 2012 Open House drew a standing room only crowd at the meeting room of the Ocean County Cooperative Extension Building last night. Over new 50 people were in attendance to learn more about ReClam The Bay. The event was led by Gef Flimlin who presented an overview of the Barnegat Bay Shellfish Restoration Program and how RCTB is a vital part of that program. Gustavo Calvo marine scientist with the DEP Bureau of Fisheries spoke about how the bureau has contributed to the overall restoration program and to the construction of the oyster reef at the mouth of the Toms River. Helen Henderson from the American Littoral Society explained the goals of her group and of their partnership with RBTB especially in the construction of upwellers and work on the oyster reef. Cara Musico spoke about her expertise in water quality measurement and how a few members received a grant and have been active in this area last season. Wes Dalzell ran a power point presentation that highlighted all our activities from last year and set up a tank with live calms and connected it to a large TV screen so the audience could watch as they extended their siphons and feet in search of food. We are hoping that many people who attended the event will return next week to take the course and become active members of RCTB.
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