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Oyster Research Tank (ORT) Training

Hands-on program that allows teachers and students to care for and monitor live oysters right in their own classroom.
October 2, 2026
$200.00
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Governors Island
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9:00 am
3:30 pm
Friday, October 2, 2026
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$200.00
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THE EXPERIENCE

Oyster Research Tank (ORT) Training

An Oyster Research Tank (ORT) is an indoor tank with about 10-20 live oysters that allows students to explore this unique organism in their classroom. Students collaboratively set up ideal conditions for the tank, and monitor oyster growth over time. They can collect data, design an experiment or use oysters as the anchoring phenomenon to explore a range of concepts.

Oyster Research Tanks are for any classroom teacher or informal educator who works with students. Trained teachers or informal educators receive two 6-gallon tanks, all maintenance materials, live oysters and access to our free curriculum. This can be a great complement to the in-water Oyster Research Station (ORS) program!

Live Billion Oyster Project oysters are only available to educators in the 5 boroughs, due to permitting regulations.

What's included

  • Full-day training with BOP Education staff
  • Kit including all tank supplies
  • Live oysters
  • Full unit of ORT curriculum
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Friday, October 2, 2026
9:00 am
3:30 pm
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Governors Island
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$200.00
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What to Bring

A tote bag, plastic bag, food for lunch, and a reusable water bottle.

REFUND POLICY
Full refund up to 48 hours before the event.

Questions?

Contact us at:
educate@billionoysterproject.org