By studying the ecological importance of bay grasses and actively participating in restoration, students also gain a sense of stewardship of the Bay. The program has increased from 11 teachers in the spring of 1998 to 200 teachers in 2001. In the first 2 years, as many as 100,000 wild celery seedlings were generated by schools for transplanting. The goal is to perfect techniques for growing many species that will be used throughout Maryland for bay grass restoration projects. To view the photo album of students growing grasses in their classrooms please click here .
Students grow grasses in both controlled and experimental conditions.
Data from these experiments is available on-line . In May, students assist DNR and CBF scientists in planting their grasses in areas of the Bay designated for bay grass restoration. You can also view pictures of students from different schools planting the classroom grown grasses. Return to the Chesapeake Bay Home Page . Jump to the Maryland DNR Home Page .