The Ohio State University's Island Campus on Lake Erie. @OhioSeaGrant research station. We teach 20 hands-on science courses each summer.

Gibraltar Island, Put-in-Bay,
Joined January 2009
The School of Environment and Natural Resources (SENR) @OhioState is seeking a full-time Lecturer in Environmental Policy and Law to teach, support, and potentially expand our policy and law curriculum. Visit go.osu.edu/25senrlecturerepl for details to apply today! #Hiring
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Don't let the dog days of summer heat get you lying around not going anywhere, come visit Gibraltar Island for the last science and history tours of the 2025 summer this Thursday, August 14 from 10AM-12PM and 1PM-3PM. For details, visit go.osu.edu/tours.
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We found a freshwater jellyfish off Stone Lab’s dock! Non-native jellyfish measuring around 5 to 8 mm. They sting prey, but their stingers are too small to penetrate human skin! There have been multiple sightings of them around the islands over the weekend and at Erie, PA.
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Correction: size ranges from 5-25mm, this one here is around 3/4 inch in diameter.
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The dog days of summer will be here before you know it! Want to spend the summer learning on an island and out on Lake Erie? Learn more and enroll at stonelab.osu.edu/. #StoneLabNewton Photo Credit: Dr. Brian Alford, Stone Lab's Assistant Director.
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Join us for our Freshwater Science webinar series on 2/26 at 12 ET! Dr. Justin Chaffin of @OhioState and @stonelab will discuss Monitoring Microcystin Production Rates in Western #LakeErie. Free webinar, register at: ohioseagrant.osu.edu/news/ca…. #OSGFreshwaterWebinars
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Applications for the 2025 REU are open! The fellowship includes a $5,500 stipend, room, and meals. Applications are due February 26th.
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Did you know the South Bass Island Lighthouse is haunted? Some visitors have reported hearing eerie noises, including creepy footsteps, and slamming doors. According to Ohio.org, the South Bass Island Lighthouse is one of the 24 haunted must-see places in Ohio!
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Throwback to West Fest 2023! Last year, we had an amazing time connecting with the community and sharing our passion for Lake Erie’s native species and ecosystem. Join us at West Fest 2024 to learn more and engage with our team. #WestFest #StoneLab #LakeErie
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#ThrowbackThursday to the 2024 Friends of Stone Lab Open House on September 7th! We explored Gibraltar Island, enjoyed lectures, and shared our passion for freshwater biology. Thanks to everyone who attended. We cannot wait to see you next year! #StoneLab2024
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Calling all educators! Ready to take your students on an exciting educational journey without leaving the classroom? Dive into Stone Lab's Virtual Field Trips! Visit the link below to explore more. #StoneLab #VirtualFieldTrip #Education ohioseagrant.osu.edu/educati…
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The sign-up deadline is approaching for Stone Lab's Workshop on Fish-Sampling Techniques of Ohio’s State Agencies happening October 5-6, 2024! Participants learn first-hand how our state agencies sample! Visit this page to enroll: ohioseagrant.osu.edu/educati… #StoneLab #ODNR #OEPA
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Stop by @OhioStateFSR at the Gwynne Conservation Area tents today (Tuesday, September 17) through Thursday, September 19 to learn more about Stone Lab from Stone Lab Curriculum Specialist Felecia! #FSR24
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Don't miss the latest #LakeErie HAB data, updated yesterday! Despite this week having the highest chlorophyll measurements we’ve seen all year, microcystin (toxin) concentrations are trending downward at most sampling sites. glerl.noaa.gov/res/HABs_and_… 📸 MODIS via NOAA GL CoastWatch
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A heartfelt thank you to all the visitors, Friends of Stone Laboratory members and board, and staff that helped to make the 2024 Stone Laboratory Open House a success! Photo Credit: Julie Conry.
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Don’t miss out on Stone Lab's Workshop on Fish-Sampling Techniques of Ohio’s State Agencies happening October 5-6, 2024! Participants will gain experience with trawls, gill nets, fyke nets, and two types of electrofishing gear. For course details visit ohioseagrant.osu.edu/educati….
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For details to apply for the scholarship, visit ohio.fisheries.org/awards/.
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Reminder! This Saturday September 7th is our annual Friends of Stone Lab (F-O-S-L) Open House from 11AM-4PM! The event is free of charge and registration is not required. Visit ohioseagrant.osu.edu/news/ca…. for additional details.
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