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BY THE SEA - A GUIDE TO THE COASTAL ZONE OF ATLANTIC CANADA

By the Sea modules can help you prepare your visit to explore Atlantic Canada's diverse coastal habitats. Discover how these 11 ecosystems were formed, their inhabitants and their relationships with one another. Unravel the mysteries of these places while participating in action-oriented activities.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

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Module Title
ABOUT BY THE SEA
MODULE 1 INTRODUCTORY MODULE
MODULE 2 TO THE HORIZON - THE NEARSHORE
MODULE 3 ESTUARIES
MODULE 4 SALT MARSHES
MODULE 5 TIDAL MUDFLATS
MODULE 6 SANDY BEACHES AND DUNES
MODULE 7 ROCKY SHORES
MODULE 8 COASTAL ISLANDS AND CLIFFS
MODULE 9 COBBLE BEACHES
MODULE 10 COASTAL BOGS
MODULE 11 FRESHWATER BARRIER PONDS
MODULE 12 FJORDS
MODULE 13 ACTIVITIES
GLOSSARY
REFERENCES
SPECIES LISTS