This video is part of the Virginia Master Naturalist program basic training curriculum for volunteers. Combined with Parts 2 and 3, it addresses many of the learning objectives for the Coastal and Estuarine Ecology and Management training topic. We wrote the objectives and created the content with input from the Virginia Master Naturalist Program's sponsoring agencies, volunteers, and partners. The video is narrated by Michelle Prysby, Director of the Virginia Master Naturalist program.