Where is the Barrier Island Center located, and what should one expect when visiting?
The Barrier Island Center (BIC) is located in south Melbourne Beach, 2.6 miles north of Sebastian Inlet on A1A. The center is an amazing new facility that showcases the theme of “From ocean to lagoon, all things are connected.” There are interactive exhibits that take visitors on a journey through five barrier island habitats and highlight the local wildlife, especially sea turtles. The center also has a theater showing educational videos, an observation deck overlooking the ocean, and a 1-mile trail that winds from ocean to lagoon. The BIC offers year-round public programming, including nighttime sea turtle walks during nesting season. I highly recommend going on an organized turtle walk with a trained guide, instead of going out on your own. Check our website for more information: www.barrierislandcenter.com. To what extent is the Program involved in education? Does the Program host field trips? Environmental education is a big part of the EEL program, and very dear to my heart. Ther
