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Seeking Volunteers!

The annual Spoonbill Ocean Sciences Bowl will take place on Saturday, March 27th.  This event is a tournament style academic competition to challenge high school students' knowledge on all things ocean science.

Despite being a virtual event (for the first time ever!), they are in need of adult volunteers.  The volunteer registration deadline is Friday, February 12th (Click here for details and to register).

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