Site was built in response to the many reference questions that are posed to the library and is meant to make internet searching more efficient for those concerned with oceanic and atmospheric issues, and the general public. Presently WINDandSEA has over 1,000 links to science and policy sites organized by topic and alphabetically within topic. All sites have been reviewed and annotated by NOAA staff. ... Full description.

The newsletter for COSEE Southeast serving North Carolina, South Carolina and Georgia. The newsletter contains feature stories, upcoming events, publications and partner notes. Full description.

Site provides detailed information on NOAA's Coastal Zone Management Program, including the Coastal Zone Management Act of 1972, which created the CZMP and the National Estuarine Research Reserve System. Features include downloadable publications, fact sheet, and guides to responsible outdoor activities, information on funding opportunities for coastal projects, and information on coastal activities, ... Full description.

A one-stop resource for information on most, if not all, environmental/marine science disciplines. Site features WINDandSEA: The Oceanic and Atmospheric Sciences Internet Locator, where you can access NOAA and external links to all types of web-based information. Site also includes e-journals, numerous maps and modeled data, as well as video from early expeditions. Links to the NOAA websites, photo ... Full description.

The complete legislation regarding United States coastal zone management. Included in the Act is the establishment of the National Estuarine Research Reserve System (NERRS). Also includes legislation through the amendment, the Coastal Zone Protection Act of 1996. An excellent resource for those studying legislation terminology and concision. Full description.

Map of NOAA's various research laboratories across the United States. Click on each acronym to explore the 15 different research programs. Text list of programs, as well as links to other NOAA research partners, programs, and branches, are available. Full description.

Download this free eBook version of Charles Darwin's famous expedition around the globe from 1831-1836, under the command of Captain Robert FitzRoy. It was on this journey that Darwin visited the Galapagos Islands where he observed the native finches, that led to the development of his highly controversial theory of evolution and natural selection. Full description.

Guides student progress on science fair projects, providing links to online resources for each step in the process: choosing a topic, understanding the scientific method, posing a good question, finding resources or asking experts for information. Plus, recommends links with tips for preparation of student papers displays and presentations. And, provides a list of links are like handbooks, taking ... Full description.

This Washington Sea Grant print publication, now posted on the web, is a good introduction to the history and science of bioinvasions. Provides definitions of native and non-native organisms, identifies introduced species, the pathways and characteristics of bioinvasions, and the habitat alterations that facilitate them. Case studies include the zebra mussel and green crab. Offers suggestions for ... Full description.

Unit from Smithsonian multidisciplinary ocean curriculum. Focuses on sources of oil pollution and effects on ocean, marine life and humans. Students predict impacts of an oil spill and plan actions needed to protect and restore habitat and wildlife. Lab activities demonstrate properties of oil. Unit includes: background, instructions for the teacher, forms for student activities, discussion questions; ... Full description.