Atlantic sturgeon spend their winter in deep coastal waters and when winter ends, they begin migrating to spawning grounds in freshwater. When spawning, Atlantic sturgeon usually return to the same river they were hatched in a process called natal homing. Participants, like a sturgeon, will use their sense of smell to navigate back to their natal river.

Do you have what it takes to survive? Participants will learn about the different tools necessary for survival and rescue on the open ocean and will be able to climb into a real life raft!

Visitors can learn about the science and history of Bathymetry (underwater mapping) by creating their own underwater terrain with building blocks and challenging others to recreate their sea floor!

Visitors learn how to create rope just like it was created historically for ships and dock crews.

Pilot TBD (Virginia Pilots Assoc.), Captain Britton (USCG), William Davis (Host), Dr. Ocean (Author& Scientist)

CSI for the Ocean: Become a marine detective and solve the mystery of which ocean creature left behind traces of DNA! Using forensic science and marine biology, visitors will analyze clues to uncover the hidden identity of mysterious sea life.

Recruitment Tabletop Banner, informative brochures to highlight exciting opportunities

Students will be designing an attachment to go on a Sphero Bolt that will be able to carry a load from one end of the AquaTrak to the other. We will have 2-3 AquaTraks and require access to water (we have a 100 ft. hose). Students will drive the Sphero Bolts down the track to see if they can carry the load without taking on water or losing the load. We will have swag to give the kids once they complete the mission.

Participants will apply different coats of paint to small steel shims, demonstrating how various coatings are applied to marine ships and emphasizing the importance of corrosion control in the shipyard industry.

Sturgeon Salvaging: Join Heather LaCrosse as she shares her fascinating journey of salvaging sturgeon from the Chesapeake Bay to aid NOAA in critical scientific research. In this program, Heather will recount the challenges and rewards of gathering these ancient fish and how her work supports conservation efforts aimed at protecting the species. This program will highlight the critical role of citizen science in marine research and the ongoing work to protect our local ecosystem.

Tabletop displays, standing banner, flyers. We have three target audiences aside from public education regarding mariner careers: I am hiring instructors and staff, we train professional and government mariners at our facility, and we have a maritime accessions program call Mariner Bootcamp.

No cost opportunities for entrepreneurs

We are going to have a bin with water with small toy boats that have been damaged. The child at the table will have an opportunity with a 3D pen to repair the boats. They will also be able to take their boat home.

Brochures and game to promote maritime careers and educational tracks.

Maritime Welding Technology Career Education
Curriculum Information, Welding Samples and Interactive Welding Display

Park Ranger Patrol Vehicle and Boat – Boater’s Safety Information and Park Ranger Information

Experience the excitement of maritime environmental response with hands-on activities like a pH paper demo, a bailer relay race, decontamination gear try-ons, and a dramatic oil-and-water spill demonstration.

Explore the world of unmanned technology with a kiddie pool demo of a surface drone, flying drone demonstrations, and a hands-on “drone petting zoo” where you can get up close with real drones.

16′ Submarine and a static display of some common Cyber Security tools utilized throughout the industry.

Trailered 29 foot boat with crew for Front Loop Display. Will have step ladder to allow people on to look around the cabin. They are bringing a knot tying activity and a signal flag activity as well.

Meet members of the Norfolk Police Department’s Harbor Patrol and Dive Team! Explore a hands-on, static display of their cutting-edge maritime technology, including dive gear, remotely operated vehicles (ROVs), sonar systems, and more. Learn how officers use this specialized equipment to keep Norfolk’s waterways safe and hear what it’s like to serve on one of the region’s elite maritime response teams.

The Command Vehicle (MIRT) would be a large outdoor equipment display. opportunity to for people to step inside and see the truck and we can explain its capabilities.

Crofton will have helmets and/or a dressed diver manikin with some additional dive equipment at our indoor table (need ele). Fully extended crane for the equipment display. 25’40’ space.

Tug at the pier- no tours

They will have a info table and giveaways.

Will run every 30 minutes. 2 Boats

Coast Guard Recruiting Career Fair table. CG Recruiting will have literature and swag to hand out to potential applicants.

Demonstrating welding simulators and robot arms.