Publications
Catalog
This catalog is designed to inform you of the wealth
of publications and videos available from the University of Delaware
Sea Grant College Program.
Delaware
Sea Grant researchers also have published more than 400 articles in
peer-reviewed scientific journals, which are not referenced in this
catalog. For information on them, contact the Marine Public Education
Office at the address below, or visit the National Sea Grant Library’s
Web site at nsgd.gso.uri.edu. The library maintains an on-line data
base of publications produced by the nation’s 30 Sea Grant programs.
ORDERING
To
obtain any of our publications or videos, fill out the order
form of this catalog.
Sea Grant publication numbers, beginning with “DEL-SG-,” and
prices are noted in the body of the catalog. If a fee is listed for
any publications you request, please send a check or money order for
the total amount made payable to the University of Delaware and mail
to:
University of Delaware
Sea Grant College Program
Marine Public Education Office
Newark, DE 19716-3530
If you would like to pay using a credit card, please fill out the
information as noted on the order form, or call the Marine Public Education
Office at (302) 831-8083 with your order. We accept VISA, MasterCard,
and Discover Card. If no charge is involved, you also may place your
order using this form. Publications or videos will be mailed as soon
as proper funds are received.
Single copies of certain publications listed in this catalog are free.
The charge for multiple copies of these publications helps defray our
printing and postage costs. For information about obtaining large quantities
of publications, contact the Marine Public Education Office at MarineCom@udel.edu or
(302) 831-8083. Discounts may be available.
If you wish to use a credit card, please fill out our paper
copy (requires Adobe
Acrobat Reader) of the order form then mail or fax us at:
University of Delaware
Sea Grant College Program
Marine Public Education Office
Newark, DE 19716-3530
Fax: (302) 831-2005
Your feedback on our publications is always welcome. To offer feedback
or to receive additional information on related workshops and other
outreach activities, please contact the following:
University of Delaware
Sea Grant College Program
Marine Public Education Office
Newark, DE 19716-3530
Phone: (302) 831-8083
Fax: (302) 831-2005
E-mail: MarineCom@udel.edu
Web: www.ocean.udel.edu |
University of Delaware
Sea Grant Marine Advisory Service
700 Pilottown Road
Lewes, DE 19958-1298
Phone: (302) 645-4346
Fax: (302) 645-4007 |
CHILDREN'S
ACTIVITIES
These special publications make learning
about the marine environment even more fun! Discounts for
large orders
are available
to educators. Contact the Marine Public Education Office
at (302) 831-8083 for additional information.
Horseshoe Crab Model. ($1) This life-sized
paper model, to cut out and assemble with tape, is a great
activity for 4th
graders and up. It’s also a perfect companion to
the horseshoe crab MAS Bulletin. Includes background on the
horseshoe crab and a crossword puzzle to test readers’ knowledge.
Copies are free to Delaware schoolteachers for classroom
use. Requests should be submitted
on school letterhead. Revised 2007.
Dogfish Shark Model($1)
This full-color, three-dimensional model, which can be assembled with tape in approximately 15 minutes, is a great way to learn more about the most common shark species on the U.S. East Coast. Includes many interesting and less well-known facts about the smooth dogfish and other shark species. Copies are free to Delaware schoolteachers for classroom use. Requests should be submitted on school letterhead. 2006.
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DELAWARE
ESTUARY SITUATION REPORTS
This series is devoted to discussion of issues that
are relevant to the conservation, use, and development
of
Delaware Estuary resources. The reports are geared toward
resource managers, decision makers, and the general public.
Coal Transfer. ($1, DEL-SG-01-84) Can an environmentally
safe coal-transfer operation be undertaken in the lower
Delaware Bay? 8 pp. 1984.
Economic Impacts of the Delaware Estuary. ($1, DEL-SG-02-87)
How important is the Delaware Estuary to Delaware’s
economy and the state’s economic development? 12
pp. 1987.
Emergency Response. ($1, DEL-SG-03-91) Which agencies
respond to environmental disasters in the Delaware
Estuary, what roles do they play, and how did each
agency react
during an actual oil spill in the Delaware Estuary?
12 pp. 1991.
Eutrophication. ($1, DEL-SG-03-94) Is
the Delaware Estuary suffering the negative consequences
of nutrient over enrichment? 8 pp. 1994.
Fisheries Fluctuations. ($1, DEL-SG-07-86) Why have
several Delaware Bay fisheries
experienced such dramatic shifts in population? What
effects do human activities and climatic factors have
on fisheries populations? 8 pp. 1986. Photocopies only.
Remote Sensing. ($1, DEL-SG-21-89) Can the satellite
technology called remote sensing contribute to a better
understanding of the Delaware Estuary and ultimately
help determine the resource’s health? 8 pp. 1989.
Sea-Level Rise. ($1, DEL-SG-21-91) How could sea-level
rise —potentially accelerated by global warming — affect
our beaches, marshes, and communities? 8 pp. 1991. Photocopies
only.
Trace Metals. ($1, DEL-SG-04-94) What are trace metals,
where do they come from, and what happens to those
that enter the Delaware Estuary? 8 pp. 1994.
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HOT
TOPICS FACT SHEETS
These one-page fact sheets are designed to serve as
public service bulletins, providing information on major
issues
to our readers. Single copies are free. For large orders,
contact the Marine Public Education Office at (302)
831-8083.
El Niño and La Niña: Climatic Processes.
Describes these phenomena and how they may affect weather
and climate around the world.
Pfiesteria: Facts About a Coastal Concern.
Describes the single-celled organism that has been linked
to fish
kills in estuarine waters from North Carolina to Delaware.
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MAS
BULLETINS
Marine Advisory Service (MAS) bulletins are four- to
eight-page publications that offer in-depth information
about popular topics. Single copies of up to five different
titles at a time are free. Additional titles or multiple
copies of a single title are 50¢ each. The entire
series costs $3.50. For large orders, contact the Marine
Public Education Office at (302) 831-8083.
The Blue Crab. Reviews biology of
the blue crab. Includes glossary of watermen’s
crabbing terms. 1989. Photocopies only.
Bottlenose Dolphin: Our Ambassador
to the Sea. Highlights the evolution, behavior, anatomy
and physiology, predators, and concerns facing this marine
mammal. Includes information on using the bulletin in
the classroom to meet Delaware State and National Science
Education Standards. 6 pp. Full-color. 2002.
Coastal Landscaping in Delaware with Common
Marsh and Dune Plants. Introduces more than
a dozen plants and provides guidelines for successful
planting. Revised 2003.
Common Seashells of Delaware. Provides
descriptions and photographs of seashells common to Delaware’s
shores. Revised 1990.
A Consumer Guide to Safe Seafood Handling. Provides
tips for selecting, storing, and preparing high-quality
seafood. Revised 1996.
The Hard Clam. Reviews biology of
the hard clam, recreational and commercial clamming,
and shucking and storage of hard clams. 1986. Photocopies
only.
The Horseshoe Crab. Reviews the biology,
medical uses, and population trends of this unique seashore
animal. Revised 2003.
Phragmites. Discusses the biology
and ecology of this wetland plant. Also includes a discussion
on controlling its spread throughout wetland areas. Revised 2007.
Jellyfish—Regular Summer Visitors
to Delaware Shores. Identifies species common to the
region; includes discussion on how jellyfish sting. Revised
1987.
Shark. Tells why sharks are such
successful predators and why their populations are now
threatened. Revised 1997.
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MAS
NOTES
Marine Advisory Service (MAS) notes are one- or two-page
fact sheets that answer frequently asked questions
about marine topics. Single copies of up to five different
titles at a time are free. Additional titles or multiple
copies of a single title are 15¢ each. The entire
series costs $1.50. For large orders, contact the Marine
Public Education Office at (302) 831-8083.
Marine Education/Awareness
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NEWSLETTERS
These newsletters are designed to inform readers of
marine research, issues, and events that affect Delaware
and the surrounding region.
University of Delaware Sea Grant Reporter. (Free subscription)
This award-winning newsletter reports on the research,
education, and outreach activities of the University
of Delaware Sea Grant College Program.
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ONLINE
EXPEDITIONS
Are you ready to explore the ocean? Since 2000, the
University of Delaware has hosted award-
winning special educational programs — “virtual
field trips” — to give educators, students,
and
the general public firsthand knowledge of how marine
research is conducted. An interactive
Web site links classrooms with scientists studying fascinating
habitats such as hydrothermal vents over a mile deep
on the ocean floor.
Formal classroom materials also include a resource guide,
video, curricula, and evaluations. To learn how to register
for a future program, visit www.ocean.udel.edu/expeditions
or contact the Marine Public Education Office at (302)
831-8083.
Deep-Sea Resource Guide. (Free) This
eight-page, full-color guide describes the geology of
the ocean floor and hydrothermal
vents, the biology of deep-sea life, and the technology
that is used to explore the deep sea. The guide also
highlights a “hot” discovery made by a University
of Delaware marine scientist at a hydrothermal vent site
in the Pacific Ocean. Includes detailed, full-color photos
and a number of student activities for those who want
to dive deeper into this extreme environment. 2002.
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SPECIAL
PUBLICATIONS
These publications range from books to conference proceedings
on boating, Delaware Bay, seafood, invasive species,
and other topics. In your order, please include the Sea
Grant publication number beginning “DEL-SG” when
applicable. Prices listed are per copy.
NEW! Bookmarks (Free) These educational bookmarks feature beautiful, full color images from Delaware on the front and helpful information, including names, ranges, and interesting facts, on the back. Each bookmark averages about 6 inches long, and is trimmed to follow the image's outline. Choose between (from left) Red Knot, horseshoe crab, summer flounder, surfboard (rip currents), Great Blue Heron, or blue crab.
2009 Desk Calendar ($6 with case, $5 without case) Calendar is presented in a slim plastic case--similar in size to a CD case--that opens to form a display stand for the 12 monthly calendar cards inside. The design also makes it convenient to �snap it shut� and carry it with you.
Each monthly card features a stunning photo of a Delaware coastal treasure such as a horseshoe crab at sunset, spring blooms along White Clay Creek, and Delaware Bay as seen from the decks of our research vessels. Information related to each photo is noted on the back of the card, where important monthly dates and interesting facts also are listed.
Boating in Delaware’s Inland Bays: Tips for Protecting
the Environment. (Free) Award-winning fold-out brochure
that gives practical boating tips that will help protect
Rehoboth, Indian River, and Little Assawoman bays. 1999.
Bookmarks. (Free) Each set consists of four full-color
bookmarks of popular sea animals, with facts about the
animal printed on the back. Set includes the humpback
whale, blue crab, sand tiger shark, and bottlenose dolphin.
2000.
Charter Boat Marketing Tips: A Guide to Effective Advertising.
($3, DEL-SG-18-87) Highlights how to target an audience,
choose the best advertising
medium, and monitor advertising results. Includes step-by-step
instructions for ad planning. 32 pp. 1987.
Coast Day Poster. ($1) A full-color
copy of the award-winning poster announcing the University
of Delaware’s
annual Coast Day festival. 15x21 inches.
Coast Day Rack Card. (Free) Provides
information about the University of Delaware’s
annual Coast Day festival at the College of Marine Studies
in Lewes, Delaware. Bulk copies are available for display
purposes.
Marine & Aquatic Science Literacy Theme Team. (Free) Delaware
Sea Grant is playing a leadership role in the Marine & Aquatic Science
Literacy Theme Team, which has published Marine
& Aquatic Science Literacy: Educating the 21st-Century Workforce. The
28-page document
showcases Sea Grant's record of success in marine and aquatic science education
and highlights eight areas where literacy efforts can be improved with enhanced
funding. PDF size 2.2 megs.
![](images/marinecareers.gif) Marine Science Careers. (Free) Describes
the many careers that are available in marine science
and how to become
a marine scientist. 4 pp. Revised 2003.
Marine Tours Rack Card. (Free) Provides information about
public tours of the College of Marine Studies in Lewes,
Delaware. Bulk copies are available for display purposes.
2002.
Port Security for the United States. ($12, DEL-SG-08-02)
Evaluates potential risks and precautionary measures
for seaports. 80 pp. 2002.
Salty Memoirs: Adventures in Marine Science. ($50) A
two-book set highlighting the fascinating history of
the University of Delaware’s College of Marine
Studies. Written by two of the college’s first
scientists — Dr. Franklin C. Daiber, CMS professor
emeritus, and his wife, Mrs. Joanne Currier Daiber. Includes
black-and-white photographs. A limited number of deluxe
editions, designed by Steven Daiber, also are available
for $350. The covers of this edition are made from Spartina,
a salt-marsh grass. Hand-colored woodcut prints illustrate
the end papers. 157 pp. 2002.
Southern Delaware Tourism Facts. (Free)
Fact sheets on tourism in southern Delaware providing
information such
as visitor profile and visitors’ likes and dislikes.
Initiated in 1998, and printed in conjunction with the
Southern Delaware Tourism Office.
Web Card. (Free) Handy reference card for the Web site
of both the University of Delaware Graduate College of
Marine Studies and Delaware Sea Grant. 2001.
What Is an ITQ? (Free) Describes problems
with traditional fisheries management and introduces
an alternative management
tool, the Individual Transferable Quota (ITQ). 2 pp.
1994.
Aquaculture
The following fact sheets, produced in cooperation
with the Northeast Regional Aquaculture Center, review
specific
issues in aquaculture. Single copies are free. For
more information, please contact our Delaware Aquaculture
Resource Center at (302)
645-4060, or visit the center’s Web site at darc.cms.udel.edu.
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Genetic Improvement of the
Eastern Oyster for Growth and Disease Resistance
in the Northeast. Reviews breeding
methods used to improve shellfish stocks and
summarizes efforts to develop new strains of the Eastern
oyster. 8 pp. 1993.
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History and Impact of MSX
and Dermo Diseases on Oyster Stocks in the Northeast
Region. Summarizes the natural
history, distribution, diagnosis, transmission, environmental
influences, and management practices for control of these
devastating oyster parasites. 8 pp. 1993.
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State Policies for Aquaculture
Effluents and Solid Wastes in the Northeast Region. Provides a comparative review
of state policies for the disposal of aquaculture wastes.
24 pp. 1995.
Coastal
Processes and Hazards
These publications are designed to share timely
information about coastal hazards and the natural processes
that
occur along Delaware’s shoreline. Single copies
are free. For more information, contact the Marine
Public Education Office at (302) 831-8083.
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Coastal Currents: Northeasters. Describes features and hazards associated with this
common coastal storm
in
the Mid-Atlantic region. Printed in partnership
with the University of Delaware’s Center for
Applied Coastal Research. 2003.
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Delaware Coastal Storms. This newsletter describes
coastal storms that face Delaware residents. Also includes
tips
on preparing for storms and definitions of various
terms used to describe storms. 2000.
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The Great Northeaster of
1962: Delaware’s
Storm of the Century. Describes the impacts of the
infamous
storm of 1962 and provides tips to prepare yourself
and your coastal home from future storms. 2002.
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The 1962 Storm.16x20 inch poster
commemorating Delaware�s storm of the century. 2002.
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Rip Current Flyer. Describes the warning signs of a
rip current and how to swim out of a rip current if
you get
caught in one. 2002.
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What Should You Do If a
Coastal Storm Threatens Your Community? Fold-out brochure that provides tips on
developing a family preparedness plan in the event
of a storm. Also
includes evacuation tips and what to include in a disaster
kit. 2001.
Seafood
These special publications are designed to assist
consumers in preparing safe, wholesome seafood. Prices
listed
are per copy. For the latest information, please visit
the
Marine Advisory Service’s seafood pages at www.ocean.udel.edu/
mas/seafood/.
Coast Day Crab Cake Cookbook. ($6)
Contains seventeen years of award-winning recipes that
have been prepared at
the University of Delaware’s annual
Coast Day Crab Cake Cook-Off. 104 pp. Revised
2007.
Seafood Delaware Style. ($4, DEL-SG-13-88)
Contains more than 30 recipes for tasty seafood appetizers,
entrées,
soups, and salads. Includes nutritional information
and tips for serving high-quality seafood.
54 pp. Revised 1995.
Seafood Safety: What Consumers
Need to Know. (Free)
Details proper seafood handling, storage, and preparation
procedures.
2 pp. 1999.
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TECHNICAL
PUBLICATIONS
In your order, please include the Sea Grant publication
number beginning “DEL-SG-” when it is applicable.
Delaware Sea Grant scientists also have published more
than 400 articles on a variety of research, from fisheries
to marine biotechnology, in peer-reviewed journals. For
more information, please contact the Marine Public Education
Office at (302) 831-8083 or visit the National Sea Grant
Library’s Web site at nsgd.gso.uri.edu.
“
A Global Perspective: The East Coast (USA).” In
Proceedings of the East Coast Live Fish Conference — A
Sea of Opportunities. 1998. 8 pp. Photocopies
only.
Beach Management Survey: An Examination of Attitudes
and Concerns of Coastal Property Owners, Resort Merchants,
and Realtors in Sussex County, Delaware. ($2, DEL-SG-05-88)
45 pp.
Bethany/Fenwick Area Chamber of Commerce Information
Center Visitor Profile: Summer 1986. ($2, DEL-SG-26-87)
23 pp. Photocopies only.
Citizen Opinions About the Delaware Estuary. ($2, DEL-SG-03-90)
38 pp.
Coastal Tourism Development Workshop — Tourism
and Recreation Research: Implications for Management
and Development. Summary Proceedings. ($2, DEL-SG-01-89)
18 pp.
Comprehensive Water-Use Plan for Delaware’s Inland
Bays. ($2, DEL-SG-02-99) 81 pp.
Delaware Beaches Tourist Information Center
Visitor Profile: Summer 1984. ($2, DEL-SG-13-84). 25 pp. Photocopies
only.
Delmarva’s Coastal Bays: Reporting the Opinions,
Attitudes, and Perceptions of Select Interest Groups.
($2, DEL-SG-06-97) 58 pp.
EAST COAST LIVE! 2000. The Business of Marketing Live
Aquatic Products. Conference Proceedings. (Only available
from the National Sea Grant Library at nsgd.gso.uri.edu.)
Impact of Dredge Spoil Disposal on Benthic Communities
in the Delaware Estuary. ($2, DEL-SG-04-99) 32 pp.
Lewes Chamber of Commerce and Visitors Bureau
Visitor Profile: Spring, Summer, and Fall 1992. ($2, DEL-SG-06-93)
63 pp.
“
Live Shipping of Aquatic Products in the Northeastern
Region: An Overview.” In Proceedings of the Marketing
and Shipping Live Aquatic Products. (Also available
online at darc.cms.udel.edu/nelivef97.html.) 6 pp.
Photocopies
only.
Maryland Coastal Bays Water-Use Assessment:
Understanding Users’ Behaviors, Attitudes, and Perceptions.
(Only available from the National Sea Grant Library
at nsgd.gso.uri.edu,
DEL-SG-03-02) 65 pp.
Maryland Coastal Bays Water-Use Assessment:
Understanding Users’ Behaviors, Attitudes, and Perceptions:
Summary of Findings. (Free, DEL-SG-09-02) 4 pp.
1981 Milford World Championship Weakfish Tournament:
A Socio-Economic Analysis. ($2, DEL-SG-25-81) 42 pp.
1982 Head/Charter Boat Fishing in Delaware:
An Analysis of Customers and Their Economic Impact. ($2, DEL-SG-03-83)
54 pp.
1995 Delaware Boating Study: An Analysis of
Delaware Registered Boaters. ($2, DEL-SG-16-96) 30 pp. Photocopies
only.
Pathways and Management of Aquatic Non-Indigenous
Species in Delaware. ($2, DEL-SG-06-99) 15 pp.
Recreational Benefits of Delaware’s Public Beaches:
Attitudes and Perceptions of Beach Users and Residents
of the Mid-Atlantic Region. ($3, DEL-SG-05-94) 40 pp.
Recreational Uses of Delaware’s Inland Bays:
Implications for Social and Environmental Carrying
Capacity. ($4,
DEL-SG-19-92) 157 pp.
Rehoboth Beach/Dewey Beach Chamber of Commerce
Visitor Center: 1989 Visitor Profile. ($2, DEL-SG-09-90) 23
pp. Photocopies only.
Sedimentary Impact of Dredging the Delaware
Estuary: Geochemical Impacts and Natural Radionuclide
Tracers. ($2, DEL-SG-05-99) 19 pp.
Status of the Resource: Proceedings of the Horseshoe
Crab Forum. ($2, DEL-SG-05-97) 60 pp.
The 1985 Delaware Recreational Boating Survey:
An Analysis of Delaware-Registered Boaters. ($2, DEL-SG-06-87) 58
pp.
Understanding Mid-Atlantic Residents’ Concerns,
Attitudes, and Perceptions about Harmful Algal Blooms:
Pfiesteria piscicida. ($6, DEL-SG-05-00) 93 pp.
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VIDEOS
The University of Delaware Sea Grant College Program
has produced the following videotapes. All are available
for purchase at the price listed in parentheses.
Each audiovisual also may be rented for a period of seven
days for $5. (The renter is responsible for return postage.)
A refundable $25 deposit also is required for rental.
Please use separate checks for your deposit and rental
fee. The deposit check will be returned to you upon receipt
of the program rented. For more information, please
call the Marine Public Education Office at (302) 831-8083.
“The
ASHREEF.” ($15, VHS) Reviews a special recycling
project to develop coal-ash waste into an artificial
reef off Delaware’s coast. 7 min.
“
Beachwalk: Exploring the Living Coast.” ($15,
VHS) Introduces students in grades K – 3
to marine life found on Delaware’s beaches. 15
min.
“
The Blue Crab.” ($15, VHS) Covers
the natural history of the area’s most famous crustacean
through simple language, colorful pictures, and cartoons.
Targeted for grades 4–8, the package includes a
classroom activities booklet. 15 min.
“
Calamari Preparation and Cuisine.” ($15, VHS) Introduces
viewers to squid biology and processing for market. Four
recipes are demonstrated: barbecued calamari, calamari
salad with champagne dressing, stuffed calamari, and
fried calamari rings. 30 min.
“
Marine Careers.” ($15, VHS) Describes opportunities
in marine transportation, science, technology, recreation
and tourism, uniformed services, environmental management,
and commercial fishing. Grades 7 to adult. 18 min.
“
Marine Corrosion—The Silent Enemy.” ($15,
VHS) Explains what marine corrosion
is and why it occurs, and offers techniques for preventing
it. 15 min.
“ Shark Preparation and Cuisine.” ($15,
VHS) Demonstrates proper handling and cooking of dogfish
shark. Recipes include shark nuggets, shark salad,
and a shark-and-scallop holiday dish. 15 min.
“
Shellfish and Your Microwave—The Perfect Couple.” ($15,
VHS) Introduces viewers to the delicious and convenient
alternative of microwave cooking for shellfish. From
defrosting shellfish to opening them, the microwave is
a handy tool. 22 min.
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