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Special Events at IMCC2
Beyond the Obituaries: Success Stories in Marine Conservation
Saturday, May 14, 8:30- 5:30
The Second International Marine Conservation Congress is pleased to welcome the return of the one day program entitled "Beyond the Obituaries: Success Stories in Ocean Conservation" which will take place on the 14th of May. The event will highlight conservation efforts that are making a difference around the world, allow conservation professionals to learn from the success of others, and demonstrate to the public and policy makers that the situation is not hopeless. The program will consist of invited speakers, an open-mike session, and a panel discussion.
Ocean Tapas: Small Bites of Big Ocean Issues- IMCC & COMPASS Reception
Saturday, May 14, 6:30pm, Carson Hall, Victoria Conference Centre
At this opening event you’ll get a taste of what’s to come at IMCC. Leading scientists and ocean heroes will kick off the conference with insightful overviews of the new science and big ideas we’ll be exploring over the next few days.
A knowledgeable group of leading international journalists will join the discussion to help pinpoint issues and explore solutions. Nancy Baron, Outreach Director for COMPASS and author of the new book “Escape from the Ivory Tower: A Guide to Making Your Science Matter” will keep the fast-paced discussion moving with audience participation. Bring your tough questions and an open mind, and be ready for a lively and inspiring conversation that will continue at the reception to follow.
6:30pm - Doors open
7:00pm - Panel Discussion
8:00pm - Reception at the
EMPRESS HOTEL CRYSTAL BALLROOM,
Cash Bar and Hors d’oeuvres will be served
LINK TO MORE INFORMATION
Celebrating the "Crown Jewels of the Ocean": Reception of UNESCO's World Heritage Marine Programme and the Intergovernmental Oceanographic Commission
Sunday, May 15, 7:30-10:30 pm
This reception celebrates the Crown Jewels of the Ocean - 43 spectacular marine sites worldwide that have been recognized on the UNESCO World Heritage List for their Outstanding Universal Value. The event will present UNESCO's success story in Ocean Conservation and launch its new roadmap to make it a model for others.
The event is jointly hosted by the UNESCO World Heritage Marine Programme and the Intergovernmental Oceanographic Commission. Light food and drinks will be available free of charge to conference registrants.
COMPASS Marine Mixer
Monday, May 16, 8:30pm
Scientists are frequently urged to “build relationships” with journalists, but often lack the opportunities to do so. Here’s your chance to meet and mingle with journalists whose outlets, interests, and locations range all over the map. We’ll help you make some new connections so you can see for yourself that “the media” are a varied and lively bunch. Come prepared to participate in a light icebreaker activity and to have fun. Cash bar.
IMCC2 Cinema Night
Tuesday, May 17, 8:00 pm
A series of shorts and a feature film will be shown. Films TBA.
Closing Party at the Strathcona Hotel
Wednesday, May 18, 7:30 pm until ???
The Strathcona Hotel, located in downtown Victoria, BC, a block from the Conference Centre will host our closing party. We have exclusive use of two of the seven separate venues offered within the building, but feel free to check out the other landmark venues (http://www.strathconahotel.com/index.html). Come reconnect and decompress with conference friends new and old, enjoy a casual dinner, all night appy’s and stay for the live band and dancing in the downstairs club, or sit back and enjoy a beverage and game of billiards in the upstairs pub.
Pre/Post Conference Field Trips
Friday May 13- Saturday May 20th
De Armond Management Ltd is pleased to be working with Conference Chair, Dr. Ellen Hines and the local organizers of the 2nd IMCC as the official provider of specialized trips and excursions during the conference. We have developed a series of exciting opportunities available only to IMCC conference delegates and their guests. We are also able to provide you with access to existing local trips and excursions at reduced rates.
Please take an opportunity to review the trip offerings listed below, then make plans to enhance your stay in Victoria by signing up for trips, excursions and outings that interest you. See you soon in Victoria, Canada. For more information and to register please see:
http://dearmondmanagement.com/special-events/imcc2/
Ocean in Google Earth Lecture and Workshop Agenda for IMCC2
Visualizing Your Marine Data in Google Earth (4 Days) Foulkes, J., Keen, T., Vick, C., Race, W.
Google, the Sylvia Earle Foundation, Oceana, and other organizations have partnered to make information about marine science and conservation available to the world in the Ocean in Google Earth. The Ocean layers in Google Earth contain important geolocated data and exciting multimedia content, critical to our global monitoring efforts. This workshop will teach you how to create data in Google Earth and contribute your data to the Ocean layers in Google Earth for the world to see. The workshop is designed for executive directors, communications managers, community members, data managers, scientists, researchers, GIS specialists, and other interested stakeholders who want to use Google data and visualization tools.
Sunday May 15th
Overview talk 10:15am - 12:15pm (2 hour session)
Salon C
Presentation Details:
Ocean in Google Earth with Jenifer Austin Foulkes
Tell your Ocean Stories in Google Earth with Charlotte Vick
Google Earth visualizations with Tanya Keen
Oceana - A Tale of Two Tours with Will Race
Workshop LOCATION: VIEW ROYAL ROOM FOR WORKSHOPS
DATES: MAY 16/17/18
TIMES: TWICE / DAY - [AM SESSION: 10:15 to 12:15] & [PM SESSION: 1:15 to 2:15]
Monday May 16th
Workshop 1 10:15am - 12:15pm (2 hour session)
(break for lunch 12:15-1:15)
Office hours 1:15pm - 2:15pm (1 hour session)
Workshop Details:
Introduction to Google Earth, Maps and Fusion Tables
Explore the Ocean & Contribute Your Content in Google Earth (Charlotte Vick)
Animate your Data and Bring your Stories to Life with Narrative Tours in Google Earth
To participants: Please bring your laptop if you would like to follow along during the hands-on session.
Tuesday May 17th
Workshop 2 10:15am - 2:15pm (2 hour session)
(break for lunch 12:15-1:15)
Office hours 1:15pm - 2:15pm (1 hour session)
Workshop Details:
Introduction to Google Earth, Maps
Importing and Visualizing Data in Google Fusion Tables
Explore the Ocean & Contribute Your Content in Google Earth (Charlotte Vick)
To participants: Please bring your laptop if you would like to follow along during the hands-on session.
Wednesday May 18th
Workshop 3 10:15am - 12:15pm (2 hour session)
(break for lunch 12:15-1:15)
Office hours 1:15pm - 2:15pm (1 hour session)
Workshop Details:
Explore the Ocean & Contribute Your Content in Google Earth (Charlotte Vick)
Animate your Data and Bring your Stories to Life with Narrative Tours in Google Earth
Embedding Google Earth in your website (no coding!)
Please bring your laptop if you'd like to follow along.
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