Newspapers advance Damariscotta Estuary Marine Science forum

The Lincoln County News and Boothbay Register published a University of Maine Darling Marine Center news release inviting community members to “Science for the People: Damariscotta Estuary Marine Science Public Forum” at 7 p.m. July 17 at Darrows Barn at Round Top Farm in Damariscotta. The event is hosted by the DMC, aquaculture industry partners and the Damariscotta River Association. Presenters will provide synopses of research being conducted by the Sustainable Ecological Aquaculture Network (SEANET). The oceanographic research ranges from nitrogen cycle assessment to water quality monitoring planned for 2017 in the Damariscotta River Estuary. Attendees will have an opportunity to speak with presenters, ask questions and participate in discussions.