The Aquatic Resource Education Program

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indicates that the program is now aligned with
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For more about Environmental Literacy in Maryland go to:
http://marylandpublicschools.org/MSDE/programs/environment

The Aquatic Resource Education Program is part of the Department of Natural Resources’ Chesapeake and Coastal Service.

The goal of Maryland’s Aquatic Resource Education (ARE) Program is to instill the respect for the aquatic resources and rights of others by cultivating ethical behavior of Maryland’s aquatic resources.

Maryland’s ARE Program enables students to develop an appreciation and understanding of aquatic habitats in Maryland. This is accomplished by providing education materials, training and other opportunities to Maryland’s educators and young people, and by providing incentives to learn a more about the Chesapeake Bay watershed, inland streams, lakes and ponds.

Programs available include:

Project Wet

Healthy Water, Healthy People

Raising Horseshoe Crabs in the Classroom

Green Eggs & Sand

T.E.A.M. DNR

Hooked on Fishing, Not on Drugs

Storm Drain Stenciling

"Be a Part of Something BIG!"

ARE Grants