SEVENSEAS Travel Magazine – August 2018 – Issue 40

1. Letter from the Editor: 40 Issues from SEVENSEAS!

Did you know that SEVENSEAS Media is run by one UNPAID individual on nearly zero revenue? I have had some great help from volunteers, writers, photographers, and…

2. “The Underwater Woman” Campaign on Ocean Acidification

…otherworldly underwater sets to convey the effects of elevated atmospheric C02 dissolving into seawater that initiates chemical reactions transforming the ocean into a more acidic state.

3. UPDATE: NOW CLOSED. Check out new arrivals in the SEVENSEAS Media store

We just opened up our first e-commerce site! Best part is 100% of the proceeds to go SEVENSEAS Media. BEACH BLANKETS FOR SUMMER ARE NOW IN STOCK!!!

4. The Global Marine Community Weekly Conservation Post

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, jobs, and announcements in ocean conservation.

5. Satellite tag study reveals Philippine waters are incredibly important for endangered whale sharks

A new scientific study has tracked juvenile whale sharks across the Philippines emphasising the importance of the archipelago for the species.

6. Feature Destination: A Misty Photo Series from the Azores

Misty and mystical.

7. Feature Destination: OCEANO AZUL Foundation Leads Scientific Expedition to the Azores

This scientific expedition is part of the Blue Azores programme and contributes to the Foundation’s objective of promoting knowledge for ocean’s conservation.

8. Feature Destination: Oceano Azul Expedition Discovers a New Hydrothermal Field in the Azores

This is the first time, an expedition organized by a Portuguese institution, led by Portuguese scientists in partnership with international partners…

13. Feature Destination: Wildscreen Exchange August 2018 Feature Image

Shortfin mako, Isurus oxyrinchus. Photographed in the Azores by Patrick Doll.

9. River Trash and the Road to Recovery in Washington, DC

The river was once deemed to be one of the most polluted rivers in the U.S. Today, it is on the road to recovery. Wildlife is returning, aquatic plants are making a come-back…

I found out the only small dive resort in the area was on the administration’s list of hundreds of prohibited hotels, dive centers, marinas, tour agencies, stores, companies and ministries, so I made other plans.

11. Cutting Edge Conservation Finance in the Seychelles

NatureVest, the impact investment team within The Nature Conservancy (TNC), is spearheading a number of initiatives to retool traditional finance to benefit marine ecosystems and help local communities adapt to climate change.

12. Jack’s August 2018 Underwater Photography Feature

Thecacera pacifica is a nudibranch or “sea slug” that looks alarmingly and endearingly like the most famous of all Pokémon pocket monsters, Pikachu!

14. Surasak Nuibut, Mountain Climber, Adventurer & Travel Photographer: Koh Tao Thailand

Koh Tao is one of Thailand’s most popular tourist spots, famous for scuba diving, snorkeling, hiking, rock climbing, and bouldering.

15. Under the Waves with Karim Iliya for August 2018

An aerial view of a dolphin in Raja Ampat, Indonesia

16. Interested in advertising, contributing an article, or becoming a donor?

40 Issues, readership in 174 countries, 19,000 subscribers, 20,000 monthly visitors…and growing.

ECO-TRAVEL DEALS

Be sure to mention SEVENSEAS Media for special rates and discounts when making your inquiry.

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. 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.

We love the work we do, and we hope you love the content we share. A donation in support of SEVENSEAS Media will help us carry our mission forward.

The mission of SEVENSEAS Media is to connect individuals and resources inside and outside of the conservation community to further the shared goal of preventing habitat destruction and biodiversity loss. Since our creation, we’ve been achieving this mission through:

Running community building projects in 174 countries
Engaging student ambassadors in over 50 universities
Forming strategic alliances and partnerships with over 200 professional organizations
Publishing over 500 authors, photographers, and researchers
Sponsoring dozens of beach and community clean-ups
Providing free scientific resources for educators
Promoting over 20 tailored conservation job postings per week- totaling over 1000 opportunities per year
Inspiring and educating our readers through rich imagery, engaging content, and a compelling conservation message
We do all of the above FOR FREE, because we care about the future

Find the latest articles on SEVENSEAS Media here.

Want to get in touch with questions or a submission? Contact us here.

SEVENSEAS Media Executive Director and Editor-in-Chief, Giacomo Abrusci

Issue 40 - August 2018

Green Fins #AlternativesToAnchoring Infographic release!

By: The Reef-World Foundation

#AlternativesToAnchoring is the second Action Point of the Green Fins IYOR 2018 social media campaign! If you have been following the campaign, you might have noticed that it aims to support divers and dive businesses to take further action by sharing and providing solutions to some of the biggest threats. By doing so we will be saving coral reefs from mass extinction and the livelihoods of the more than 200 million people who depend on healthy and balanced coral reef ecosystems.

Do you know exactly how an anchor can damage marine ecosystems? What are environmentally friendly alternatives? There is no one answer when it comes to finding alternatives to anchoring, however, this campaign will serve as a platform to inspire action and change in others by sharing the stories of success gathered by more than 10 years of working with the industry.

Find ALL the solutions to these and more questions on the NEWLY RELEASED infographic:

Thanks to Dive.in magazine to help us develop the infographic!

Follow this link to share the infographic with your fellow divers!

Follow the different Green Fins social media platforms to get involved and make a change. Because if you don’t…who will?

Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | YouTube | Deepblu

For more information on the International Year of the Reef 2018 follow this link: www.iyor2018.org

Want to be part of the movement? Find all the campaign content here.

Reef-World’s campaign partners are:

UN Environment, Fourth Element, PATA, Six Senses Laamu and Explorer Ventures.

We love the work we do, and we hope you love the content we share. A donation in support of SEVENSEAS Media will help us carry our mission forward.

Running community building projects in 174 countries
Engaging student ambassadors in over 50 universities
Forming strategic alliances and partnerships with over 200 professional organizations
Publishing over 500 authors, photographers, and researchers
Sponsoring dozens of beach and community clean-ups
Providing free scientific resources for educators
Promoting over 20 tailored conservation job postings per week- totaling over 1000 opportunities per year
Inspiring and educating our readers through rich imagery, engaging content, and a compelling conservation message
We do all of the above FOR FREE, because we care about the future

Find the latest articles on SEVENSEAS Media here.

Want to get in touch with questions or a submission? Contact us here.

This piece was edited and posted onto SEVENSEAS Media by: Bharamee Thamrongmas.

Conservation Photography

Under the Waves with Karim Iliya for August 2018

An aerial view of a dolphin in Raja Ampat, Indonesia

Karim was published in National Geographic magazine for his humpback whale photography. He now leads his own trips so that others can swim with whales.

If you are interested in swimming with or photographing humpback whales, Karim guides people in small trips between August and October every year in Tonga. Visit www.dancewithwhales.com to find out more

To see more of Karim’s work, visit his website at www.karimphotography.com

We love the work we do, and we hope you love the content we share. A donation in support of SEVENSEAS Media will help us carry our mission forward.

Running community building projects in 174 countries
Engaging student ambassadors in over 50 universities
Forming strategic alliances and partnerships with over 200 professional organizations
Publishing over 500 authors, photographers, and researchers
Sponsoring dozens of beach and community clean-ups
Providing free scientific resources for educators
Promoting over 20 tailored conservation job postings per week- totaling over 1000 opportunities per year
Inspiring and educating our readers through rich imagery, engaging content, and a compelling conservation message
We do all of the above FOR FREE, because we care about the future

Find the latest articles on SEVENSEAS Media here.

Want to get in touch with questions or a submission? Contact us here.

This piece was edited and posted onto SEVENSEAS Media by: Giacomo Abrusci

Issue 40 - August 2018

40 Issues from SEVENSEAS!

Welcome to the 40th issue at SEVENSEAS Media! it has been a long road and those readers that have been following from the beginning are familiar with the many shapes and designs this small nonprofit media outlet has taken over the years.

Did you know that SEVENSEAS Media is run by one person on nearly zero revenue? One UNPAID individual (Hint: that’s me!). I have had some great help from volunteers, writers, photographers, and have gotten lots of virtual high fives from the community but it is time to secure a future for this free resource. SEVENSEAS Media offers free capacity building tools, outreach, and professional development resources to anyone and everyone in marine conservation.

I am asking for any connections to organizations, brands, or donors that would like to help make sure this resource stays around for the long term. If you don’t know anyone that can help in the big picture, please think about a tax deductible donation here. If a donation isn’t in the cards then you can help by spreading the word. The more people that subscribe to, contribute to, and visit sevenseasmedia.org the larger our network grows and the stronger our conservation impact.

Since the launch of SEVENSEAS, we have literally influenced the world. Just check out the Google Analytics screen shots I took yesterday.

Country view:

Google Analytics chart of SEVENSEAS Audience

City view:

Google Analytics chart of SEVENSEAS Audience

In 40 issues, SEVENSEAS has published over 500 authors, photographers, and researchers. Engaged student ambassadors in over 50 universities. Formed strategic alliances and partnerships with over 200 professional organizations. Sponsored, promoted, or participated in dozens of beach and community clean-ups. I publish over 20 tailored conservation job postings per week- totaling over 1000 opportunities per year. And I work hard to Inspire and educating our readers through rich imagery, engaging content, and a compelling conservation message. All FOR FREE, because I care about the future.

If you care about the transforming power of visual media and storytelling, and for the current and future generation of ocean conservation professionals, do what you can help this resource stay.

Safe travels and happy swimming,

Giacomo Abrusci, Executive Director

Giacomo Abrusci Headshot