Inland Bays Oyster Experience - Examining Local Shellfish Aquaculture

Delaware’s new shellfish aquaculture industry is off to a strong start with both oysters and clams now being grown in the Inland Bays. In partnership with Delaware Sea Grant and in celebration of “Inland Bays Oyster Week,” Cape Water Tours and Taxi is proud to present this eco tour, which will feature a visit to one of the open-water shellfish lease areas in Rehoboth Bay where participants will have a chance to learn about the process of growing these tasty bivalves from seed to market. Dr. Dennis McIntosh, a Delaware State University faculty member and Delaware Sea Grant aquaculture specialist, will explain some of the ecological services provided by a robust aquaculture industry and share information about where the public can purchase local oysters for their own enjoyment. $14 per person. 10:30 a.m. to noon. Register at capewatertaxi.com.