A Scientist and a Lobbyist

Oysters are good for the environment. Just by eating these creatures filter the water. If their existence is in danger, than the waters they live in are not healthy. As an oyster restorat... See More

Oysters are good for the environment. Just by eating these creatures filter the water. If their existence is in danger, than the waters they live in are not healthy. As an oyster restoration and fishery scientist working for the Chesapeake Bay Foundation, this scientist works both in the field and as a lobbyist for the marine animals in the bay. Reading all about her job and what she does reveals that being an advocate for a healthy environment can be challenging as well.

Helping Students with Career Choices

Who knew that you could become an oyster wrangler? Oyster wranglers conduct field work and they are also lobbyists. They develop new methods to help increase the declining oyster population... See More

Who knew that you could become an oyster wrangler? Oyster wranglers conduct field work and they are also lobbyists. They develop new methods to help increase the declining oyster population. They also work to change policies that led to the demise of the oyster. Suggestions for students wanting to pursue this career are given. My students love to explore the variety of careers in the monthly column Career of the Month.