Ghost gear : educational guide and activity book.: Fs23-674/2022E-PDF

"Ghost gear is a harmful form of marine debris that affects our oceans, and many lakes and rivers around the world. This global danger was identified decades ago, but is only now being extensively researched and actively addressed. This guide provides information on ghost gear, including what it is, where it comes from, what the effects are, and what is being done to address it in Canada and around the world. ... Each section includes free, printable, engaging activities for youth G4-12 for fun at home or for use in a classroom setting. The written materials and concepts are suitable for G8-12, and can be easily adapted by parents or teachers to educate younger students about ghost gear. ..."--Introduction.

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Publication information
Department/Agency Canada. Department of Fisheries and Oceans, issuing body.
Title Ghost gear : educational guide and activity book.
Publication type Monograph
Language [English]
Other language editions [French]
Format Electronic
Electronic document
Note(s) Issued also in French under title: Engins fantômes : guide pédagogique et cahier d'activités.
The publication file in PDF format was replaced on 06-12-2023 and 20-02-2024 as requested by Fisheries and Oceans Canada.
Publishing information [Ottawa] : Fisheries and Oceans Canada = Pêches et oceans Canada, [2022]
©2022
Description 1 online resource (29 pages) : illustrations (some colour)
ISBN 9780660445441
Catalogue number
  • Fs23-674/2022E-PDF
Subject terms Fisheries -- Equipment and supplies -- Environmental aspects -- Canada.
Marine debris -- Environmental aspects -- Canada.
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