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The day started with us reflecting on our week's experiences and getting ready to present our observations, learning, growth and conclusions to you. We came to consensus as to what needs to be shared from each day. We put energy into going over our field notebooks which are full of writing, data and sketches. We sorted through the photos and movies that have been taken of the week’s events. The two hours of work were very productive and we felt like we achieved a lot. Next, we packed up our lab equipment and computers and headed to Rodeo Valley to monitor the water quality in the watershed. Rodeo Valley was a great location for seeing that all water is flowing toward the ocean. We practiced measuring dissolved oxygen, turbidity, pH, and temperature. We learned about these measures and their meaning from Blaine at SPAWN. However, this time we got to use the digital equipment for ourselves! We each took turns at mastering the process of using a sensor or probe and then would teach that process to another student team. Once our water quality data was complete, we headed to The Marine Mammal Center where we were immediately led to the viewing of a dolphin necropsy already in progress. The necropsy was necessary to determine the cause of death. We proceeded to the center's classroom to study a collection of specimens and artifacts highlighting how our trash and abandoned fishing gear injures wildlife, specifically seals and sea lions. Finally, we sat and observed the many seals and sea lions living at and being cared for by the center, a sight that inspired each of us to write and sketch.
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