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Presentation on Genomics and Marine Environment
June 29, 2020
Humpback whale south of Depoe Bay.\Photo by Rena Olson.
The Marine Mammal Institute at the Hatfield Marine Science Center is interviewing candidates for an open assistant professor in cetacean biology. This gives the public an opportunity to learn about current research on marine mammals,...
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Jun
25
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Virtual Fishing Industry Tour
June 25, 2020
The Newport fishing fleet.\Photo by Sara Schreiber.
Oregon State University’s Science on Tap series, usually held at the Rogue Brewery in Newport, has moved online, so you will have to bring your own beer while enjoying presentations via Zoom.
Next up, on Thursday, June 26, 6 p.m., is...
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Jun
25
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Presentation on Marine Mammal Acoustics
June 25, 2020
Whales, probably vocalizing.\Photo courtesy of NOAA.
The Marine Mammal Institute at the Hatfield Marine Science Center is interviewing candidates for an open assistant professor in cetacean biology. This gives the public an opportunity to learn about current research on marine mammals,...
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Jun
24
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Virtual Rocky Habitat Training
June 24, 2020
Low tide at Otter Rock Marine Reserve.\Photo courtesy of ODFW.
In June, the CoastWatch webinar series is focusing on the state’s new Rocky Habitat Management Strategy and the “site designation” process that is just beginning.
On Wednesday, June 24, 6 p.m., we’ll be hosting a webinar that...
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Jun
23
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Presentation on Baleen Whales
June 23, 2020
Gray whale at Depoe Bay.\Photo by Rena Olson.
The Marine Mammal Institute at the Hatfield Marine Science Center is interviewing candidates for an open assistant professor in cetacean biology. This gives the public an opportunity to learn about current research on marine mammals, because...
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Jun
19
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Orca Action Month Happy Hour
June 19, 2020
Colleen Weiler and orcas.
June is Orca Action Month, and one of the annual festivities in a happy hour get-together and chat. The get-together part can’t happen this year, but undaunted, Whale and Dolphin Conservation, with the help of Hopworks Urban Brewery, is moving the happy hour...
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Jun
18
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‘Story of Plastic’ Showing
June 18, 2020
Plastic debris choking the ocean.|Photo by Kip Evans.
CoastWatch is joining forces with the North Coast Chapter of Surfrider Foundation and Friends of Cape Falcon Marine Reserve to sponsor a free online showing of the film “The Story of Plastic” at 7 p.m. on Thursday, June 18. The...
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Jun
17
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Rocky Habitat Webinar
June 17, 2020
Tidepools and Otter Rock.\Photo by Alex Derr.
In June, the CoastWatch webinar series is focusing on the state’s new Rocky Habitat Management Strategy and the “site designation” process that is just beginning.
On Wednesday, June 17, 6 p.m., we’ll be hosting Charlie Plybon, Surfrider’s policy...
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Jun
13
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Seabird Monitoring Training Online
June 13, 2020
Double-crested Cormorant at Stonefield Beach.\Photo by Molly Sultany.
Despite the uncertainty caused by the coronavirus, preparations are still being made for seabird nesting colony monitoring. On Saturday, June 13, at 10 a.m., Portland Audubon, the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service, and other...
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Jun
11
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Virtual Film Event
June 11, 2020
Marine debris (mostly plastic) found on a single beach walk in Netarts.
Join the Newport Chapter of Surfrider Foundation, Oregon Sea Grant, Hatfield Marine Science Center Green Team, and Thompson's Sanitary for a free virtual screening of “The Story of Plastic,” followed by a Q&A panel...