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SUMMARY:Papahānaumokuākea Marine National Monument and Sanctuary Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Join Shark Stewards at the Mokupāpapa Discovery Center  supporting our National Marine Sanctuaries and our Marine Monuments – especially the  Papahānaumokuākea Marine National Monument and Sanctuary to commercial fishing.\nCheck out our new activity: Hawaii sharks\, habitat predator and prey for kids! \nWe will be signing our Sharks for Kids book and celebrating America’s National Marine Sanctuaries. \nSIGN THE PETITION \nAct now and support the Papahānaumokuākea Sanctuary and Monument  from illegal fishing proposed by the Trump Administration and order a special edition Sanctuary T shirt to Respect\, Proytect and Conserve the Papahānaumokuākea. \n  \n  \nSUPPORT OUR MISSION
URL:https://sharkstewards.org/event/papahanaumokuakea-marine-national-monument-and-sanctuary-celebration/
LOCATION:Mokupapapapa Center\, 76 Kamehameha Ave\,\, HI\, 96720\, United States
CATEGORIES:Citizen Science,Community,Education,Film Screening,Social Event
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SUMMARY:5th Annual Kona Ocean Film Day in Kailua Kona
DESCRIPTION: 5th Annual Kona Ocean Day in Kailua Kona.\nOcean films\, community education and ocean partners to benefit local conservation.\nTo benefit the Reef Teach program and in defending the Papahānaumokuākea Marine National Monument. \nOcean knowledge sharing with local non-profits in lobby and talk story with local Kupuna. \nHualalai Theater\, Kona Elks Lodge. 3:00-6:30 pm \nLobby Opens at 3:00pm\, Show begins 4:00 pm \nOcean Slide show by Deron Verbeck and Introduction\, Raffle Announcement \n4:10 Opening short with Manō (Brittany Biggs) \n4:20 The Last Opeluman (Bryce Groak) with Uncle Chuck Leslie \n4:35 Listen to the Sea (Aoki and McGuire) \n4:50 Keeper of the Bay  (Ashley LoFaso) with Aunty Cindi Punihaole \n5:50 Talk Story with Kahuna onstage \n6:20 Raflle and Wrapup \nRSVP for Seats! $10 entry to benefit local ocean conservation\nJoin us for a special screening of the Emmy-nominated documentary\, KEEPER OF THE BAY\, presented by Kahaluʻu and The Kohala Center! Talk Story with local Kahuna including Aunty Cindi following the show.\n\nThis documentary tells the story of Aunty Cindi Punihaole and her dedication to protecting Kahalu‘u Bay\, a vital marine sanctuary on Hawai‘i Island.\n\nOver her nearly 20 years with The Kohala Center\, Punihaole has worked to reduce ecological stressors and increase resilience at Kahalu‘u through Hawaiian cultural practices\, scientific research\, strategic partnerships\, and an enduring educational program powered by community volunteers.\n\nKEEPER OF THE BAY is an inspiring story of aloha ‘āina in action and the power of grassroots community stewardship.\n\nOcean images onscreen by Deron Verbeck\nEducation activities with ocean partner education before/after films.\nFood and drink available for purchase\nTicket sales support local coral reef conservation efforts.\nRaffle and prizes- including ocean excursions with Body Glove Hawaii\, Fairwinds Cruises  and Sea Quest.\n\n \nOrder a Special Edition Papahānaumokuākea Respect-Protect-Conserve T shirt. \n\nHualālai Center- Kona Elkʻs \n\n\n\nAddress: 75-170 Hualalai Rd\, Kailua-Kona\, HI 96740\n\n\n$10 entry to benefit local ocean conservation- kids free
URL:https://sharkstewards.org/event/kona-ocean-film-day/
LOCATION:Elks Lodge Kona\, 5-170 Hualalai Rd\,\, Kailua-Kona\, HI\, 96740-2410\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Film Screening,Social Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260418T080000
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SUMMARY:Earth Day Southern California at Peter and Mary Muth Interpretive Center
DESCRIPTION:Come celebrate Earth Day with Newport Bay Conservancy at the Peter and Mary Muth Interpretive Center.\nVisit the Newport Back Bay and learn about wildlife from birds to sharks! Visit the many booths with non-profit partners with hands on learning activities. Sharks\, whales\, seals\, birds of prey\, and many more. \nLearn More \n\n\n\nOC Parks and Newport Bay Conservancy invite you to attend our annual celebration: Earth Day at the Bay! \nThis FREE\, family-friendly event features environmental-themed exhibits from community partners and local artists. Booths will feature activities that include arts and crafts\, science discovery\, and educational information. There will be live music throughout the day\, as well as a scavenger hunt complete with prizes. Be sure to enter our opportunity drawing as well! \nFood trucks will be on site with tasty treats available for purchase. Parking is free\, but limited. We encourage carpooling. \nNo need to register online\, donations accepted. \n\n\nEvent Details\n\n\n\n\n10am- 4pm \n\n\n\nPeter & Mary Muth Interpretive Center\n\n2301 University Dr\, Newport Beach\, CA 92660\, USA\n\n\nGet directions\n\n\nContact to Volunteer
URL:https://sharkstewards.org/event/earth-day-southern-california-at-peter-and-mary-muth-interpretive-center/
LOCATION:Back Bay Science Center Entrance 600 Shellmaker Rd. Newport Beach\, 92660\, Back Bay Science Center Entrance 600 Shellmaker Rd.\, Newport Beach\, CA\, 92660
CATEGORIES:Community,Social Event
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SUMMARY:Run 4 Sharks- Youth Ocean Academy
DESCRIPTION:Join our Shark Stewards Southern California group supporting kids and ocean education at the Run 4 Sharks. \nAnaheim South Jr. High School \nSaturday April 11\, 2026 \n0800-12 pm. \nSponsor a kid around the track- one lap or 20 for a full 5K to support. \nDONATE\n  \n \nMusic\, food truck and ocean education with a Dive VR- including squid dissection! \nVolunteers welcome! \n  \n 
URL:https://sharkstewards.org/event/run-4-sharks-youth-ocean-academy/
LOCATION:South Junior High\, 2320 E South Street\, CA US\, Anaheim\, CA\, 92806\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Meetup,Social Event
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SUMMARY:March for Sharks
DESCRIPTION:Join the team marching for sharks at the 55th annual Festival of Whales Dana Point. \nPARADE DATE AND TIME Saturday\, March 7\, 2026 Parade entry check-in is from 8:00 am to 8:30 am. The parade begins at 10:00 am and will be over by 12:00 pm.\n\nNEW PARADE STAGING AREA INFORMATION This year\, the Parade Route is reversed. The staging area is in the Harbor Village Parking Lot\, on the corner of Dana Point Harbor Drive & Golden Lantern.\n\nAddress for driving directions: 34521 Golden Lantern\, Dana Point\, CA 92629.\nFestival of Whales
URL:https://sharkstewards.org/event/march-for-sharks/
LOCATION:34675 Golden Lantern\, Dana Point\, CA 92629\, \, Dana Point\, CA\, Dana Point\, 92629\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Social Event
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SUMMARY:Distinguished Speaker Series Ocean Institute
DESCRIPTION:Join the Ocean Institute hosting Shark stewards science team member Carmen Koepfer\nFebruary 4\, 2026\, from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm\nJoin us for a powerful evening of discovery and inspiration with M.Sc. Carmen Koepfer\, a passionate Mexican scientist and storyteller dedicated to ocean conservation. In her talk\, “Closing the Gap for Our Ocean Giants: A Story of Hope from Baja\,” she will take you on a journey into the human heart of one of the world’s greatest marine treasures: the Gulf of California. \n\n\nDistinguished Speaker: Carmen Koepfer\nTickets \n\n\n\n\nDescription: \nJoin us for a powerful evening of discovery and inspiration with M.Sc. Carmen Koepfer\, a passionate Mexican scientist and storyteller dedicated to ocean conservation. In her talk\, “Closing the Gap for Our Ocean Giants: A Story of Hope from Baja\,” she will take you on a journey into the human heart of one of the world’s greatest marine treasures: the Gulf of California. \nOnce called “the world’s aquarium” by Jacques Cousteau\, the Gulf is facing a silent collapse. Its iconic hammerhead shark populations have plummeted\, and with them\, a way of life for generations of fishermen. But this is not just an ecological story; it’s a deeply human one. It’s about communities caught between tradition and survival\, who tell us\, “there aren’t as many sharks as before.” \nDiscover how some communities have successfully pivoted to ecotourism\, proving that a live shark can be worth more than a dead one. Yet\, learn why this model isn’t a silver bullet. For many remote villages\, the path to sustainability is blocked by isolation\, lack of infrastructure\, and deep economic dependence on fishing. \nIn this talk\, you’ll hear the results of a groundbreaking study that visited 22 communities to listen\, not just research. You’ll meet the guardians of the Gulf—from the 72-year-old fisherman on a 10-hour journey to the families who would lose everything if shark fishing ended—and learn how true conservation must be built on social justice. \nCarmen will unveil a hopeful vision for an inclusive marine corridor from Loreto to Cabo Pulmo—a plan designed not just to protect sharks but to empower people. This is a story of resilience\, innovative solutions like traceable sustainable fisheries\, and the unbreakable link between the health of an ecosystem and the well-being of its human communities. This is more than a presentation; it’s a call to rethink what conservation means. It’s proof that the most effective solutions are those that listen to and lift up the people on the front lines. Come be inspired by a story of hope\, and learn how empowering local guardians is the key to saving our ocean giants.
URL:https://sharkstewards.org/event/distinguished-speaker-series-ocean-institute/
LOCATION:Ocean Institute\, 24200 Dana Point Harbor Dr.\, Dana Point\,\, CA\, 92629\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Education,Social Event
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