 For more than a decade, LSU has put on the Ocean Commotion event. What is Ocean Commotion, you ask? Why, it's only the most hands on, interactive, and thrilling way for local Louisiana children to learn about their coasts. This year there were over 3,000 children, varying in age from kindergarteners to high school students who came from all over the state. These students spend the day walking around and visiting more than 60 booths which have displays or hands on activities aimed at teaching these kids something about the coasts in their state. Luckily, the ichthyology lab was able to participate this year, and brought out interesting fishes from all over the world that the students could touch and see. The vast majority of them had never seen most of the fish we brought out, and never imagined how diverse fish were. While some children were hesitant to touch some of the fish, our booth was completely packed all day long, and we always had intriguing questions and comments. A huge thanks goes out to Louisiana Sea Grant Education Coordinator, Dianne Lindstedt, for organizing this event. I can't wait to help participate in next years Ocean Commotion.
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