2014-07-25 18:03
Hawai'i is one of the most popular tourist locations because it offers so much to the visiting traveler. From volcanoes to scuba diving to surfing to historical WW II attractions to a… Read More
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A blog that explores the concerns and issues regarding our precious ecosystems - from ocean conservation to climate change to natural resources.
2014-05-27 13:34
I have many friends and colleagues, both in life and in the digital world, inquiring as to what I have been up to, as I have not been as visible of late. I've had some life-alter… Read More
2014-01-21 03:59
Following up on my November 10, 2013 post regarding the fate of orcas kept in captivity in aquatic amusement parks like Sea World, the public pressure seems to be continuing as several major… Read More
2013-11-25 14:23
--> There are many ocean conservation organizations that support the protection of coral reefs across the globe. Each organization does the best with the resources that… Read More
2013-11-11 14:39
Throughout 2013, there has been a spike in interest as to whether or not organizations like Sea World should have marine mammals like whales, particularly orcas or "killer whales," dolphins… Read More
2013-09-09 01:39
In case you have been too engrossed in the news coming from Syria or who is entering the semi-finals on America's Got Talent, on September 2nd, Diana Nyad achieved her goal of swimming from… Read More
2013-07-07 03:05
When we look back on world history, we usually find that great societal or economic improvements came about through major changes in attitudes or actions. What we often do not see is h… Read More
2013-06-29 04:33
Filmmakers and avid amateur underwater photographers are constantly on the prowl for new locations and new species to document. This holds true for those interested in sharks, too.&nbs&hell…Read More
2013-05-27 16:44
In December of 2012, as administrator and chief writer for this blog, I made the decision to place it in a somewhat state of dormancy as I needed to devote more time to other projects. … Read More
2013-03-19 13:56
This past week, the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species (CITES) concluded their 16th triennial Conference of the Parties (CoP16) with much fanfare among shark conservatio… Read More
2013-03-17 22:10
Within the conservation community, a lot of attention has been placed lately on the upcoming March meeting of CITES (Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and… Read More
2013-01-22 00:43
California Diver's Marine Science Editor, Mike Bear, interviewed me in early January and you can read a PDF of the interview here. We touched on a variety of subjects, from my humble b… Read More
2013-01-13 05:52
There's a very interesting (and disturbing) website anyone living in the United States should check out. It was first brought to my attention by Deb Castellana, Director of Communicati… Read More
2013-01-01 19:30
With the start of each new year, many of us re-calibrate our plans, our agendas, our goals. The resolutions stack up like cordwood and many will get consumed in the fire. But we… Read More
2012-12-03 05:17
Even a casual look at the ocean conservation community and one finds that there are hundreds of non-profit organizations, each addressing an issue or issues of concern and applying their bes… Read More
2012-12-03 05:08
Media outlets and academics, from grade school to college, are always looking for background research material. The RTSea Archive provides a resource for searching articles and observa… Read More
2012-11-30 06:23
Marine Protected Areas (MPAs) have shown themselves to be both effective ocean management tools and providers of economic renewal for local fisheries. The forces that resist the establ… Read More
2012-11-29 14:42
In early March, the Aquarium of the Pacific in Long Beach, CA will host a lecture/exhibition, Sharks: the Beauty of the Ocean Predator featuring yours truly and sculptor Victor Douieb. … Read More
2012-11-28 05:08
Getting Inspired, Inc. is one of many regional nature conservation organizations that keep a low profile but get the job done. The organization focuses on bringing both land and sea ec… Read More
2012-11-27 05:27
Chasing Ice is a new documentary that chronicles the struggles of photographer James Balog as he set out to complete the Extreme Ice Survey. The survey was designed to monitor the move… Read More
2012-11-25 17:19
There is no greater image that represents the Great Plains of the United States as the wild bison or buffalo. However, that iconic symbol is an emblem of a long ago past when massive h… Read More
2012-11-23 21:02
In the U.S. we are preparing to celebrate Thanksgiving this Thursday. It commemorates a moment when early Pilgrim settlers chose to give thanks for what they had at that moment, ev… Read More
2012-11-22 18:36
ICCAT, the International Commission for the Conservation of Atlantic Tuna, recently convened in Morocco for its annual evaluation of catch limits. This is a group that for many years s… Read More
2012-11-18 19:11
I have been fortunate to meet and speak with many accomplished marine scientists and researchers. One who is definitely on my Top 10 list is Dr. Barbara Block. Based at Stanford… Read More
2012-11-17 07:00
Invasive species continue to pose problems around the world - from relocated fish and land animals to plants to even infectious diseases. In the oceans, invasive species can prove to b… Read More
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