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SUMMARY:W.A.V.E. (Wildlife Awareness & Viewing Etiquette) Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Become a W.A.V.E. Ambassador! Join the Lowcountry Marine Mammal Network for a half-day workshop geared towards commercial boaters and businesses on the water to learn Wildlife Awareness & Viewing Etiquette\, with a focus on local marine mammal and sea turtle species. \nCLICK HERE FOR MORE INFO AND TO REGISTER! \nWorkshop Highlights: \n\nSpecies Identification: Learn to identify the various marine mammals\, including bottlenose dolphins\, and sea turtle species found in South Carolina’s coastal waters. Understand their behaviors\, habitats\, and significance in the local marine ecosystem.\nConservation Challenges: Explore the unique conservation challenges faced by marine mammals and sea turtles in South Carolina\, including boat and fishing-related threats\, and the impact of human activities on their populations.\nResponsible Viewing Guidelines: Gain insights into responsible viewing practices that minimize disturbance to marine life. Understand the importance of responsibly viewing wildlife from boats\, from land\, and from the air.\nLegislation and Regulations: Familiarize yourself with the existing legislation and regulations in South Carolina aimed at protecting marine mammals and sea turtles. Learn how compliance contributes to the preservation of these species.\nThe Role of Advertising: Discuss the role of advertising in promoting responsible wildlife viewing. Learn how you can advertise for your business in ways that don’t promote engaging with wildlife in ways that may lead to disturbance or harassment.\nQ&A Session: Have your questions answered by marine biologists and conservation experts. Guest speakers include SCDNR Sea Turtle Program\, NOAA National Ocean Service and NOAA Law Enforcement. Gain valuable insights into specific issues related to marine mammals and sea turtles in South Carolina.\n\nWho Should Attend: \n\nEco-tour and sightseeing cruise operators\nCommercial fishermen\nFerries and water taxis operators\nCharter boats\nWater sports and recreation companies\nTransportation and shipping companies\nNaturalists\nWildlife enthusiasts
URL:https://seaturtlepatrolhhi.org/event/w-a-v-e-wildlife-awareness-viewing-etiquette-workshop/
LOCATION:USCB\, 1 Sand Shark Drive\, Hilton Head Island\, SC\, 29928\, United States
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