NOAA Chesapeake Bay Office partners with the Maryland Watermen's Association to provide Maryland teachers
with the opportunity to have a local watermen present on a variety of topics, including:
- Natural History
- Cultural History
- Economics
- Gear Techniques
- Social Sciences
Here's what kids have to say:
"I liked it when you explained how to catch crabs with a crabpot. I also liked it when you passed around your
equipment because now I know what a waterman uses in order to catch a fish or a crab. About how long does
it take to catch a fish? Thank you Mr. John for informing us about what watermen do."
"Thanks a bunch for coming to visit. I thought the dead fish was cool, although some people thought differently.
Also, I never knew you could make your own fish net (way cool!). But, one thing shuts down my brain, how
many Blue Crabs are there in the Chesapeake Bay? Well, I guess I'll figure out next
time. See ya soon!"
"Thank you for the pins and stuff. I really liked it. I learned from your presentation that watermen make
everything that they put in the Bay. Thank you for spending time with us. I really appreciate it.
P.S. - Your crab pits are cool and so are you!"
To schedule a Maryland waterman to visit your classroom, contact Kelly Clements Barnes of the Maryland Watermen's
Association at 410-268-7722 or via e-mail