Over 3700 students were exposed to the thrills of marine science. Surpassing last years record of 4,506. Horseshoe Crabs get Stay On June 1, Governor Whitman imposed a 60-day moratorium on the harvesting of horseshoe crabs in Dela ware Bay.
Aerial surveys show a corresponding decline in shorebird numbers.
The moratorium may provide time to talk with commercial fisherman to provide a plan to ensure the quick healthy return of horseshoe crabs populations. For more information contact Tony Totah who has been doing research and education on horseshoe crabs for 10 years. The city has excepted 3 of 4 suggestions from Tony regarding the rentals of PCWs. The licensee will cease operation of all watercrafts if any marine mammal is seen within 100 yards of the operation zones for the watercrafts. The licensee will not refuel watercrafts when the watercraft is in the water.