1. Letter from the Editor: You know it is time for a cleanup.
Sometimes there is so much litter the feat seems daunting, but removing one piece of garbage from entering our frail ecosystems makes a difference.
2. Kitesurfing with Michelle Sky.
Michelle Sky believes that by sharing the wonders of the ocean and marine life, people will be inspired to protect it. The South African kitesurfing champion knows the importance of raising awareness for the bodies of water that give her life.
3. World Oceans Day in Bangkok! SEVENSEAS Media is hosting two events!
Join us for an Environmental Networking Happy Happy Hour and a Bangkok Riverside Cleanup. June 6 and 9, 2018. Mark your calendars and recruit some friends!
4. Check out new arrivals in the SEVENSEAS Media store
5. FEATURE DESTINATION: 10 Reasons to Visit St Lucia Now.
These are just a few of our favorite reasons why you should choose St. Lucia as your next sun-soaked vacation in the Caribbean. From the food to fiery festivals, there is something for the most active adventures or relaxing sunsets by the sea…
6. FEATURE DESTINATION: Local Citizens Leading Coral Restoration Effort in St. Lucia
I traveled to Soufriere to learn about a pilot project that CLEAR Caribbean, a UK-based nonprofit, developed to restore the area’s coral reefs. After dive volunteering with the Coral Restoration Foundation…
7. FEATURE DESTINATION: Latin American and Caribbean countries threatened by rising ocean acidity.
Latin American and Caribbean countries are at the forefront of the first effects of ocean acidification on people’s lives, according to experts
8. Funding Opportunities at Sea of Change Foundation
Sea of Change Foundation is funding important conservation projects that focus on divers and sustainable ecotourism.
9. The dark stare of the Dragon. A mysterious phenomenon in a Dalmatian lake.
A path of ancient rocks and red ochre ground separates the Dalmatian dock of Rogoznica, from a more enigmatic and peculiar place. At the base of the Gradina peninsula, nestled in the green blanket of the Mediterranean scrub, the Zmajevo Oko…
10. Wildscreen Exchange Feature Image for May
Hawksbill turtle hatchling
11. Surasak Nuibut, Mountain Climber, Adventurer & Travel Photographer: Puncak Gunung Baling Kedah.
Gunung Baling is a mountain in Kedah, Malaysia with a peak climbing to 546 meters in the sky.
12. Under the Waves with Karim Iliya for May.
Freediver Charyse Reinfelder dives beneath a waves on the island of Maui Hawaii.
13. Jack’s May Photo: Grey Reef Shark – Palau
14. Connect with the Global Marine Community.
In a nutshell, the Global Marine Community is a free interactive resource that gives you access to a weekly email detailing a round-up of events and opportunities in ocean conservation.
15. WORLD OCEANS DAY: Preventing plastic pollution and encouraging solutions for a healthy ocean.
On World Oceans Day, people around our blue planet celebrate and honor the ocean, which connects us all.
16. Plastic the Post-Apocalyptic effect
…I mused about the things I have read in particular that we will have more plastic in the oceans than fish by 2050 according to the reports. However the oil companies want to produce 40% more plastic in the next 10 years…
17. South Florida Teens Making a Difference with Fishing for a Future
A nonprofit in South Florida is making an impact in both the environment and the lives of underprivileged children.
18. Sustainable Diving Think Tank and Dialogue at ADEX 2018
It brought together some of the giants of the diving industry to share how their businesses are working towards sustainable consumption and production patterns and minimizing impacts to life below water.
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ECO-TRAVEL DEALS
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1. Oceanic Society Expeditions.
See this “Senegal: African Manatee and Turtle Conservation” trip plus many others in the new 2017-2018 Expeditions Catalogue.
2. Bangkok Photo Tours.
We visit traditional sights but focus on markets, street art, and local food. All camera forward and environmentally sensitive.
3. Cocos Island Research Expedition
Have the experience of a lifetime on a unique conservation research expedition at Cocos Island National Park off the coast of Costa Rica. Be a crucial part of Turtle Island Restoration Network’s long-term conservation study of sharks at Cocos Island
4. Diving Los Jardines de la Reina (Gardens of the Queen)
Cuba’s Premiere Dive Destination August 11-18, 2018
3. Ever dream of swimming with humpback whales? Now you can.
If you are interested in swimming with or photographing humpback whales Karim guides…
4. Isla Mar Research Expeditions – Field Courses in Puerto Rico.
A field course coordination company in Puerto Rico that specializes in organizing and hosting island ecology (marine/terrestrial) themed courses.
5. Pangaea Ocean Sailing Expedition.
Panex is opening up sailing expeditions for guest crew. This is an unique opportunity to go sailing, cross an ocean, and be a part of something bigger.
6. Loggerhead Marinelife Center.
Imagine roaming some of the world’s most beautiful ecosystems. Gorgeous vistas, affordable travel and amazing memories; immersing yourself in the sounds of nature.
7. SEE Turtles.
…protect endangered turtles throughout Latin America and the world by supporting community-based conservation efforts through ecotourism, education, and Billion Baby Turtles.
8. Pete Oxford Expeditions.
We offer unique, small group expeditions for travelers and photographers to remote and pristine destinations and cultures around the world.