Atlantic White Shark Conservancy (AWSC) supports scientific research, improves public safety, and educates the community to inspire white shark conservation. AWSC is a nonprofit, tax-exempt charitable organization under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code.
External link for Atlantic White Shark Conservancy
PO Box 66
Chatham, MA 02633, US
"Sharktober" is on! Footage of Greg Skomal working with AWSC in the surf on Chatham Bar this month. The team got some excellent video of this 12 foot shark in clear water despite challenging sea conditions. The ID team is now processing the images to determine who the shark is. Never a dull moment out there in "Sharktober"!
Yesterday, a necropsy was conducted on the white shark that washed up on Nauset Beach yesterday. Led by Massachusetts Division of Marine Fisheries scientist Dr. Greg Skomal, measurements and samples were taken of the shark to learn more about its internal and external anatomy and cause of death. Here is what we know: -This shark was a previously identified individual, Koala, identified in 2022. -Koala's total length was just over 12ft and he was a mature, male, white shark. -There are no obvious signs of how or why Koala died. Further testing will have to be done to find a cause of death. -As it is incredibly sad that a white shark has died, samples of organs, tissues, vertebrate sections, and more are used to further the knowledge of this species.
With exciting events coming up like Fossil Day, Gills Club, and our Halloween festivities, be sure to visit our event's page to stay up-to-date on all AWSC has to offer https://lnkd.in/ez67PAh5
Join the AWSC Team on Friday, October 25th, or Saturday, October 26th, for Trick-or-Treating at the Shark Center Chatham! . Come dressed in your favorite costume to trick-or-treat through our exhibit hall. Learn all about white sharks and other marine life while collecting candy and participating in hands-on activities. https://lnkd.in/dU-cNjCr
Join us on Thursday, October 24th, for a Fintastic night of pumpkin carving and painting at the Shark Center Chatham. The night will include an opportunity to explore the museum, learn about spooky white sharks like Skellington and Casper, and then carve or paint a sharky-themed pumpkin to take home! We will supply the pumpkins, spooky shark stencils, and tools! . Each registered individual will receive one pumpkin. Please know this event will require at least 15 registrants to proceed. If we don’t have enough registrants, we will refund the ticket price to those who registered. . https://lnkd.in/eYekcXeY
Thank you The Boston Globe for featuring our private white shark charters! We are still booking into October! https://lnkd.in/ePJdf4Hh
We are happy to announce that we are one of the exhibitors at this year’s Massachusetts Teacher STEM Fair!
Educator Community Specialist at Mass Learning Project | Award-Winning STEM Leader | Global STEM Trainer | Driving Educational Innovation | Empowering Students to Tackle Real-World Challenges
Are you ready to spark curiosity in your classroom? Looking for fresh ideas to help your students become problem solvers? Join us at the Massachusetts Teacher STEM Fair on October 19th at Gillette Stadium! This event is packed with hands-on activities, incredible exhibitors like Lego Education, NASA, and MIT, and a keynote by author Paul Reynolds! 🎉 Whether you’re a seasoned STEM educator or just getting started, this is the perfect opportunity to discover new tools and resources. STEM empowers students to think critically, solve problems, and innovate—skills that matter in every classroom. Don’t miss out—bring your passion for teaching and leave with ideas you can use in your classroom right away! Check out the flyer for more details, and we hope to see you there! Register here: https://lnkd.in/e8ntSUGR #mateacherstemfair