Expedition: Whales and Dolphins of the Hebrides.
This cluster of 550 scenic islands, covering an area of more than 40,000 square kilometers, is one of the most important habitats for whales, dolphins, and porpoises in Europe. Here the warm Gulf Stream mixes with colder seas to make highly productive waters, supporting around 24 species of cetaceans as well as countless seals, seabirds, and other ocean life. Many of the cetacean species found here, including harbor porpoises, bottlenose dolphins, and beaked whales, are national and international conservation priorities. Dr. Peter Stevick and colleagues at the Hebridean Whale and Dolphin Trust are investigating the distribution and relative abundance of cetaceans throughout the waters of western Scotland to determine their use of habitat and to identify particular areas of importance or "hotspots" for conservation.
April - september 2008 (9 and 12 days): 1495 euros.
http://www.earthwatchexpeditions.org/Europe/exped/stevick.html#top
http://www.earthwatchexpeditions.org/Briefings/STEVICK_07_FINAL_FORWEB.PDF
miércoles, 31 de octubre de 2007
Expediciones Earthwatch: España.
Expedition: Spanish Dolphins.
Common dolphins aren't as common as they once were. Over the past few decades, these marine mammals have experienced a dramatic decline throughout their range. Protecting critical habitat, such as the nutrient-rich waters off the beautiful southern coast of Spain, could mean the difference between survival and extinction for common dolphins, as well as several other cetaceans and marine turtles in the Mediterranean. Dr. Ana Cañadas and Ricardo Sagarminaga van Buiten were chosen by the European Commission and Spanish agencies to create management and monitoring schemes for marine protected areas proposed here on the basis of five years of Earthwatch research. You can help them document the range, social behavior, and ecology of dolphins in an effort to better understand their habitat needs.
November 2007- March 2009 (12 days): 1495-2175 euros.
http://www.earthwatchexpeditions.org/Europe/exped/canadas.html#top
http://www.earthwatchexpeditions.org/Briefings/CANADAS_BRIEFING.PDF
Common dolphins aren't as common as they once were. Over the past few decades, these marine mammals have experienced a dramatic decline throughout their range. Protecting critical habitat, such as the nutrient-rich waters off the beautiful southern coast of Spain, could mean the difference between survival and extinction for common dolphins, as well as several other cetaceans and marine turtles in the Mediterranean. Dr. Ana Cañadas and Ricardo Sagarminaga van Buiten were chosen by the European Commission and Spanish agencies to create management and monitoring schemes for marine protected areas proposed here on the basis of five years of Earthwatch research. You can help them document the range, social behavior, and ecology of dolphins in an effort to better understand their habitat needs.
November 2007- March 2009 (12 days): 1495-2175 euros.
http://www.earthwatchexpeditions.org/Europe/exped/canadas.html#top
http://www.earthwatchexpeditions.org/Briefings/CANADAS_BRIEFING.PDF
Expediciones Earthwatch: Canada.
Expedition: Minke Whales of the St. Lawrence.
An extraordinary diversity of seabirds and marine mammals (seals, porpoises, and beluga, humpback, finback, and blue whales) congregate in the nutrient-rich waters of the Saguenay-St.Lawrence Marine Park each summer. The main focus lies on the smallest rorqual species, the minke whale often found close to the shore, making these protected waters an ideal site for studying these little-known cetaceans. To entrap and engulf schooling fish, they apply unique (and to observers highly attractive) maneuvers jumping way out of the water. Now targets of commercial whaling, minke populations are also exposed to the effects of human activities such as overfishing, climate change, or whale watching. Help cetacean researcher Ursula Tscherter collect much-needed scientific data to create better conservation plans for minke whales.
August - October 2008 (12 days): 2475 euros.
http://www.earthwatchexpeditions.org/Europe/exped/tscherter.html#top
An extraordinary diversity of seabirds and marine mammals (seals, porpoises, and beluga, humpback, finback, and blue whales) congregate in the nutrient-rich waters of the Saguenay-St.Lawrence Marine Park each summer. The main focus lies on the smallest rorqual species, the minke whale often found close to the shore, making these protected waters an ideal site for studying these little-known cetaceans. To entrap and engulf schooling fish, they apply unique (and to observers highly attractive) maneuvers jumping way out of the water. Now targets of commercial whaling, minke populations are also exposed to the effects of human activities such as overfishing, climate change, or whale watching. Help cetacean researcher Ursula Tscherter collect much-needed scientific data to create better conservation plans for minke whales.
August - October 2008 (12 days): 2475 euros.
http://www.earthwatchexpeditions.org/Europe/exped/tscherter.html#top
Expdiciones Earthwatch: California.
Expedition: Marine Mamals of Monterey.
Sea otters and bottlenose dolphins are both species that can tell us about the health of their marine environment. Monterey Bay's population of southern sea otters plummeted when sea otter fur was a popular fashion statement. Although they have not been hunted in the last hundred years, the sea otter population has never recovered to pre-hunt levels. In five of the last six years, the population has declined. Central California did not have a population of bottlenose dolphins for much of the 20th century, but now there are about 450 bottlenose dolphins living along California's central coast. Drs. Daniela Maldini and Thomas Jefferson are gathering data on both of these species to monitor their populations and environment, and to contribute to sound management strategies for the rich coastal ecosystem of Monterey Bay.
July - October 2008 (10 days): 2175 euros.
http://www.earthwatchexpeditions.org/Europe/exped/maldini.html#top
http://www.earthwatchexpeditions.org/Briefings/MALDINI_BRIEFING.PDF
Sea otters and bottlenose dolphins are both species that can tell us about the health of their marine environment. Monterey Bay's population of southern sea otters plummeted when sea otter fur was a popular fashion statement. Although they have not been hunted in the last hundred years, the sea otter population has never recovered to pre-hunt levels. In five of the last six years, the population has declined. Central California did not have a population of bottlenose dolphins for much of the 20th century, but now there are about 450 bottlenose dolphins living along California's central coast. Drs. Daniela Maldini and Thomas Jefferson are gathering data on both of these species to monitor their populations and environment, and to contribute to sound management strategies for the rich coastal ecosystem of Monterey Bay.
July - October 2008 (10 days): 2175 euros.
http://www.earthwatchexpeditions.org/Europe/exped/maldini.html#top
http://www.earthwatchexpeditions.org/Briefings/MALDINI_BRIEFING.PDF
Expediciones Earthwatch: Grecia.
Expedition: Dolphins of Greece.
In the waters of Ionian Greece, within sight of landmarks of ancient Hellenic history, bottlenose dolphins congregate in unusually high numbers. The nutrient-rich waters of the Gulf sustain a rich biodiversity where charismatic animals, including sea turtles and a variety of birds, can be easily encountered. Bottlenose dolphins in the Amvrakikos Gulf are threatened by human activities resulting in ecosystem changes. Scientists who monitor these dolphins have been able to identify most individuals and have estimated that 150 dolphins live in the area. Marine biologists Dr. Giovanni Bearzi and Joan Gonzalvo Villegas are working to identify the main threats facing these amazing marine mammals. Their work is providing data to support conservation-oriented management actions.
March - October 2008 (9 days): 1495-1465 euros.
http://www.earthwatchexpeditions.org/Europe/exped/bearzi.html#top
http://www.earthwatchexpeditions.org/Briefings/BEARZI_BRIEFING.PDF
In the waters of Ionian Greece, within sight of landmarks of ancient Hellenic history, bottlenose dolphins congregate in unusually high numbers. The nutrient-rich waters of the Gulf sustain a rich biodiversity where charismatic animals, including sea turtles and a variety of birds, can be easily encountered. Bottlenose dolphins in the Amvrakikos Gulf are threatened by human activities resulting in ecosystem changes. Scientists who monitor these dolphins have been able to identify most individuals and have estimated that 150 dolphins live in the area. Marine biologists Dr. Giovanni Bearzi and Joan Gonzalvo Villegas are working to identify the main threats facing these amazing marine mammals. Their work is providing data to support conservation-oriented management actions.
March - October 2008 (9 days): 1495-1465 euros.
http://www.earthwatchexpeditions.org/Europe/exped/bearzi.html#top
http://www.earthwatchexpeditions.org/Briefings/BEARZI_BRIEFING.PDF
Expediciones Earthwatch: Baja California.
Expedition: Among Baja´s Grey Whales.
The crystal blue waters off Baja California are arguably the best place in the world to see whales and dolphins. Thirty-nine species can be found here, including fin whales, blue whales, orcas, and humpbacks. But the greatest spectacle comes each winter, when grey whales migrate here from arctic waters to breed and calve in the warm lagoons. This is the climax of the longest mammal migration known in nature, and you can be here to document it. Although grey whales are no longer considered endangered, recent changes in feeding patterns suggest they aren't in the clear just yet. Help Dr. William Megill collect data to create better conservation plans for these magnificent mammals.
March 2008 (8 days): 1425 euros.
http://www.earthwatchexpeditions.org/Europe/exped/megill_baja.html#top
http://www.earthwatchexpeditions.org/Briefings/megillmexico_briefing.pdf
The crystal blue waters off Baja California are arguably the best place in the world to see whales and dolphins. Thirty-nine species can be found here, including fin whales, blue whales, orcas, and humpbacks. But the greatest spectacle comes each winter, when grey whales migrate here from arctic waters to breed and calve in the warm lagoons. This is the climax of the longest mammal migration known in nature, and you can be here to document it. Although grey whales are no longer considered endangered, recent changes in feeding patterns suggest they aren't in the clear just yet. Help Dr. William Megill collect data to create better conservation plans for these magnificent mammals.
March 2008 (8 days): 1425 euros.
http://www.earthwatchexpeditions.org/Europe/exped/megill_baja.html#top
http://www.earthwatchexpeditions.org/Briefings/megillmexico_briefing.pdf
Expediciones Earthwatch: Alaska.
Expedition: Alaska Fur Seals.
The Pribilof Islands are a five-island volcanic archipelago in the Bering Sea, about 800 miles south-southwest of Anchorage, Alaska. Called the "Galapagos of the North," these islands support astonishingly high concentrations of marine mammals, seabirds, fish, and invertebrates, and are the world's principal breeding areas for red-legged kittiwakes and northern fur seals. Over the past 30 years, two changes have taken place: the US pollock fishing industry has grown, and populations of harbor seals, Steller sea lions, and sea otters have collapsed. Northern fur seals are declining, now, too. Dr. Stephen Insley, Karin Holser (St. George Island Institute), and Bruce Robson (Community and Ecology Resources) are working closely with the Aleut community to gather information on the ecology and conservation of the northern fur seal.
June - September 2008 (10 days): 2545 euros.
http://www.earthwatchexpeditions.org/Europe/exped/insley.html#top
The Pribilof Islands are a five-island volcanic archipelago in the Bering Sea, about 800 miles south-southwest of Anchorage, Alaska. Called the "Galapagos of the North," these islands support astonishingly high concentrations of marine mammals, seabirds, fish, and invertebrates, and are the world's principal breeding areas for red-legged kittiwakes and northern fur seals. Over the past 30 years, two changes have taken place: the US pollock fishing industry has grown, and populations of harbor seals, Steller sea lions, and sea otters have collapsed. Northern fur seals are declining, now, too. Dr. Stephen Insley, Karin Holser (St. George Island Institute), and Bruce Robson (Community and Ecology Resources) are working closely with the Aleut community to gather information on the ecology and conservation of the northern fur seal.
June - September 2008 (10 days): 2545 euros.
http://www.earthwatchexpeditions.org/Europe/exped/insley.html#top
martes, 30 de octubre de 2007
Actividades: Curso de formación y actualización de conocimientos de los cetáceos de las Islas Canaria.
La Dirección General del Medio Natural del Gobierno de Canarias ha decidido realizar este curso enmarcado dentro del proyecto Interreg- EMECETUS (Estudio, Monitorización y Educación sobre los Cetáceos en la Macaronesia) con el fin de mejorar la calidad del servicio de avistaje a la vez que se mejora la conservación de estas especies.
El curso se celebra del 6 al 9 de Noviembre en Arona, Tenerife.
Aquí os dejo el programa del curso y la hoja de inscrioción.
http://canariasconservacion.org/Documentos/Carta%20Presentaci%F3n.pdf
http://canariasconservacion.org/Documentos/CURSO-CETACEOS-2007-Programa.pdf
El curso se celebra del 6 al 9 de Noviembre en Arona, Tenerife.
Aquí os dejo el programa del curso y la hoja de inscrioción.
http://canariasconservacion.org/Documentos/Carta%20Presentaci%F3n.pdf
http://canariasconservacion.org/Documentos/CURSO-CETACEOS-2007-Programa.pdf
Actividades: curso "Marine Mammal Observer"
The Marine Mammal Training Course will consist of three days in total, and two parts. The first two days will be all the theory behind the course, which will cover everything you will need to know as a working Marine Mammal Observer.
Training Course Details
We will give you an introduction to the law, guidelines and the legal role of an MMO, this topic will cover world wide legislation and concentrate on the MMO role within the UK. You will then be guided through a history of the effects of marine mammals and sound, followed closely by how acoustics work and seismic operations.
The course will then take you through all the monitoring methods that have been used and those that are used today. This will be followed by a basic introduction to marine mammals and their physiology, leading on to marine mammal behaviours and then a practical session on passive acoustic monitoring.
Day two will cover acoustic theory and mammal vocalizations, followed by an introduction to species identification and reporting systems. Included in day two will be techniques for field observations, an animal ID quiz followed by video sightings, report form completion and a diagrammatic assessment with role play.
The day will conclude with a talk by a working MMOs view of life.
The final day will be your practical training session, you will board a boat and be taken to local waters to practice all the techniques you have been taught and will report back on any of your findings. This practical session will only be for a half day and the times will vary depending on the tides and the weather, which you will be notified at the end of day two theory session as to what time you will be setting out to sea.
The training will cover two full days of theory from 9am-5.30pm, during the day you will have breaks for refreshments and lunch which will be provided. If you have any special dietary requirements, please ensure that you inform us on registration as we can not guarantee that you can be catered for on the day.
You will be given a training course ID book which you will find very useful when you are out observing, there will also be a course booklet which will guide you through each lecture/unit and help you will any information you need.
The training course tutors will be available at any time after you have taken the course to help you will any problems you have with any issues you encounter. We have a team of experts who will help with any ID problems.We will guide you through any follow on courses you need to take regarding marine mammal observing for the industry.
http://www.scanningoceansectors.org/course/united-kingdom.html
Aunque el curso que aquí reseño ya se ha celebrado, pronto saldrán las nuevas fechas para 2008.
Training Course Details
We will give you an introduction to the law, guidelines and the legal role of an MMO, this topic will cover world wide legislation and concentrate on the MMO role within the UK. You will then be guided through a history of the effects of marine mammals and sound, followed closely by how acoustics work and seismic operations.
The course will then take you through all the monitoring methods that have been used and those that are used today. This will be followed by a basic introduction to marine mammals and their physiology, leading on to marine mammal behaviours and then a practical session on passive acoustic monitoring.
Day two will cover acoustic theory and mammal vocalizations, followed by an introduction to species identification and reporting systems. Included in day two will be techniques for field observations, an animal ID quiz followed by video sightings, report form completion and a diagrammatic assessment with role play.
The day will conclude with a talk by a working MMOs view of life.
The final day will be your practical training session, you will board a boat and be taken to local waters to practice all the techniques you have been taught and will report back on any of your findings. This practical session will only be for a half day and the times will vary depending on the tides and the weather, which you will be notified at the end of day two theory session as to what time you will be setting out to sea.
The training will cover two full days of theory from 9am-5.30pm, during the day you will have breaks for refreshments and lunch which will be provided. If you have any special dietary requirements, please ensure that you inform us on registration as we can not guarantee that you can be catered for on the day.
You will be given a training course ID book which you will find very useful when you are out observing, there will also be a course booklet which will guide you through each lecture/unit and help you will any information you need.
The training course tutors will be available at any time after you have taken the course to help you will any problems you have with any issues you encounter. We have a team of experts who will help with any ID problems.We will guide you through any follow on courses you need to take regarding marine mammal observing for the industry.
http://www.scanningoceansectors.org/course/united-kingdom.html
Aunque el curso que aquí reseño ya se ha celebrado, pronto saldrán las nuevas fechas para 2008.
Voluntariado y empleo: EEUU.
A national consulting firm is seeking an experienced Senior Marine Scientist/Project Manager for their Hampton, VA office.
The successful candidate will be responsible for the direction of an interdisciplinary staff of marine scientists. Responsibilities will also include the direction of marine science projects conducted by the Hampton office. Demonstrated experience in staff management, multiple project management, report production, and budgeting is essential. The successful candidate would be expected to contribute to ongoing projects through the contribution of their technical expertise. Projects include, but are not limited to, marine resource, environmental, and biological assessments in support of NEPA, ESA, MMPA, CZCA, or the MSFCMA/SFA.
Job duties include:
-directing and leading project teams,
-including oversight of the scientific content and approach;
-assuming responsibility for project financial and administrative tracking and control as well as labor/resource planning and implementation;
-establishing and adhering to project schedules;
-researching, acquiring, and synthesizing marine literature and data;
-collecting, reviewing, manipulating, and analyzing marine data, including application of statistical tests, as necessary;
-communicating with government, academic, and industry researchers and scientists;
-preparing and giving presentations to clients, colleagues, or at scientific or military meetings;
-participating in project team meetings and attending meetings with third parties/clients as required;
-interfacing with clients, other engineering/environmental firms, regulatory personnel, and in-house resource specialists;
-ensuring consistent production of thorough, accurate, and technically sound reports in client specified formats;
-maintaining project documentation and records;
-working to secure revenue through interface with current clients in addition to identifying and cultivating new or potential clients;
-traveling to client locations, project sites, symposia/other meetings, or other regional offices.
Requirements: An interdisciplinary background integrating living marine resources and the physical marine environment is essential. M.S. or Ph.D. degree in Marine Biology, Oceanography, Marine Ecology, or other related Marine Science discipline. Three to seven years experience in applied marine sciences, working preferably for, but not limited to, a regulatory agency, consulting firm, or military environmental group. Five or more years project management experience, preferably for an environmental consulting firm, is required. Candidates with a B.S. degree and commensurate additional experience will be considered.
The successful candidate will possess strong writing and editing, organizational, and interpersonal skills as well as the ability to manage multiple tasks concurrently while functioning in an environment of changing priorities and time constraints. Although not required, candidates possessing experience with DISTANCE, ESRI GIS, and/or EndNote software; scientific SCUBA diving; marine/aquatic field collections or monitoring; and familiarity with marine regulations/legislation will have the advantage. U.S. Navy experience, particularly with operations or training, is also a plus.
To apply, please send resume and a scientific writing sample to Steve Silva, Recruiter, at steve.silva@tx.rr.com
The successful candidate will be responsible for the direction of an interdisciplinary staff of marine scientists. Responsibilities will also include the direction of marine science projects conducted by the Hampton office. Demonstrated experience in staff management, multiple project management, report production, and budgeting is essential. The successful candidate would be expected to contribute to ongoing projects through the contribution of their technical expertise. Projects include, but are not limited to, marine resource, environmental, and biological assessments in support of NEPA, ESA, MMPA, CZCA, or the MSFCMA/SFA.
Job duties include:
-directing and leading project teams,
-including oversight of the scientific content and approach;
-assuming responsibility for project financial and administrative tracking and control as well as labor/resource planning and implementation;
-establishing and adhering to project schedules;
-researching, acquiring, and synthesizing marine literature and data;
-collecting, reviewing, manipulating, and analyzing marine data, including application of statistical tests, as necessary;
-communicating with government, academic, and industry researchers and scientists;
-preparing and giving presentations to clients, colleagues, or at scientific or military meetings;
-participating in project team meetings and attending meetings with third parties/clients as required;
-interfacing with clients, other engineering/environmental firms, regulatory personnel, and in-house resource specialists;
-ensuring consistent production of thorough, accurate, and technically sound reports in client specified formats;
-maintaining project documentation and records;
-working to secure revenue through interface with current clients in addition to identifying and cultivating new or potential clients;
-traveling to client locations, project sites, symposia/other meetings, or other regional offices.
Requirements: An interdisciplinary background integrating living marine resources and the physical marine environment is essential. M.S. or Ph.D. degree in Marine Biology, Oceanography, Marine Ecology, or other related Marine Science discipline. Three to seven years experience in applied marine sciences, working preferably for, but not limited to, a regulatory agency, consulting firm, or military environmental group. Five or more years project management experience, preferably for an environmental consulting firm, is required. Candidates with a B.S. degree and commensurate additional experience will be considered.
The successful candidate will possess strong writing and editing, organizational, and interpersonal skills as well as the ability to manage multiple tasks concurrently while functioning in an environment of changing priorities and time constraints. Although not required, candidates possessing experience with DISTANCE, ESRI GIS, and/or EndNote software; scientific SCUBA diving; marine/aquatic field collections or monitoring; and familiarity with marine regulations/legislation will have the advantage. U.S. Navy experience, particularly with operations or training, is also a plus.
To apply, please send resume and a scientific writing sample to Steve Silva, Recruiter, at steve.silva@tx.rr.com
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