The Frank Annunzio Chairman's Award Winning Team
"Saltwater Marshals"
Left to right: Kayla Powers, Ryan Sutton, coach Michelle Ruthenberg, Jesse Perl, Christopher Columbus Fellowship Foundation Chair Kimberly Owens and Brianna Strang.
Entry
Title: |
Saltwater Marshals |
Coach: |
Michelle Ruthenberg |
School: |
Ripley's Aquarium |
City/State: |
Myrtle Beach, South Carolina |
Problem: |
Disappearance of saltwater marshes because of economical growth, population increases and lack of knowledge. |
Solution: |
Education outreach program to teach the public about the importance of the saltwater marshes along with building a tidal mill to harness the energy from the tides. |
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© 2007-2008 Christopher Columbus Awards |
Sponsored by:
Christopher Columbus Fellowship Foundation |
Endorsed by:
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