Fish ID and Invertebrate ID classes

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REEF Geographic
Zone Codes for
Washington

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Classes and Training

REEF Fish and Invertebrate ID Classes

Learn how to identify over 40 basic Pacific NW fish and over 40 Pacific NW invertebrates. The Advanced Fish ID class covers about 35 less-often-seen PNW fish.

We use common names, not scientific names, and focus on how to ID each critter. Classes help divers learn how to become citizen scientists and help monitor Pacific NW marine life on their recreational dives. Data gathered goes into an online database to help students, researchers, scientists, etc. (see www.reef.org)

Classes are free but you must register.
You will need to study critters before class (see links below)
These classes will increase your enjoyment of diving!
You'll need to print out your own handouts to bring to class
Instructor: Janna Nichols
Funding from The Russell Family Foundation

Register for classes and dives online now!

~~March 31st - 1st, 2009: Yakima, WA~~
- ~~Fish ID Tuesday night, 5:30pm - 9:30pm~~
- ~~Invertebrate ID Wednesday night, 5:30pm - 9:30pm~~
~~April 14th - 15th, 2009: Oregon Zoo, Portland, OR~~
- ~~Fish ID Tuesday night, 5pm - 9pm~~
- ~~Invertebrate ID Wednesday night, 5pm - 9pm~~
June 19th - 20th, 2009: Port Townsend Marine Science Center,
Port Townsend, WA
- ~~Fish ID Friday night 5-9pm~~ FULL!
- ~~Invert ID Sat 8am - noon~~ FULL!
- Practice survey dive: Sat 1pm - 4pm Still room!
TBA - Nanaimo, Vancouver Island, BC

Handouts, study aids and photos to look at BEFORE you come to class

Port Townsend
Marine Science Center

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Do I need to take a class to start doing REEF surveys?

No, not at all, although it's highly encouraged and fun! You can study your fish and invertebrates on your own. In addition you'll need to register on the REEF.org website and get a member ID # so you can input your surveys online.

Click here to view our Quick Start Guide to Surveying!

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