Education
Bay Day
Bay Day is a one-day celebration presented by the Galveston Bay Foundation and numerous community partners. It is a fun event for families and adults that allows attendees to experience and learn more about Galveston Bay, the largest bay in Texas and one of the most productive estuaries in the country! Bay Day highlights include hands-on, interactive exhibits, activities and demonstrations that emphasize the beauty and value of Galveston Bay.
Bay Day 2012
Bay Day 2012 will be held on June 9, 2012 at the Kemah Boardwalk. Volunteers are needed to set-up, work, and breakdown the festival. We are also looking for schools, clubs, organizations, NGOs, and businesses to exhibit at Bay Day; considering exhibiting at Bay Day to teach local citizens how your organization works to conserve natural resources, highlighting Galveston Bay.
- Saturday, June 9, 2012
- Kemah Boardwalk
- 9:30am-5:00pm (4-hour shifts)
- Volunteer with your family!
Pre-registration is required for this event. To register please click the ‘sign up now!’ button below. If you have any questions, please email Julie Mintzer, jmintzer@galvbay.org.
Bay Gazer Photo Contest 2012
The annual Bay Gazer Photo Contest is back! There are three entry levels: Bay Gazer (> 18 years),
Bay Observer (14-17 years), and Bay Viewer (11-13 years). Photographers should focus on bay "shots"--bay views, wildlife, and recreation--surrounding Galveston Bay. Cash prizes of $100.00 and $75.00 will be awarded to the 1st and 2nd place respective winners of each entry level. Submit up to three photos between April 28-May 28! For more information, rules, and how to submit your photo, please see the Bay Gazer Photo Contest page.
A special thank you to our 2011 Bay Day sponsors:
John P. McGovern Foundation
Please send an e-mail to jmintzer@galvbay.org to request information about Bay Day.
