The course was designed for current marine resource volunteers with WSU and other organizations who are interested in learning about oil spills and opportunities for volunteering during an oil spill incident. OR&R provided two separate course modules. The first being spilled oil properties as well as its fate and effects in the marine environment. The second module covered Natural Resource Damage Assessment, including opportunities for public engagement.

For more information, please contact Jamie Rosenberg (James.Rosenberg@noaa.gov) or Marla Steinhoff (Marla.Steinhoff@noaa.gov).

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