The Thank You Ocean Report focuses on interesting and exciting California ocean topics such as marine mammals, the latest news on ocean health, timely ocean issues and fascinating ocean facts. Stories feature interviews with ocean experts, explorers, scientists, conservationists, government and business leaders. Listeners learn about ocean activities and recreation, surfing, fishing, boating, and the many ways we all can thank the ocean through conservation and stewardship.
July 26th, 2010

BLUE Ocean Film Festival:
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The goal of the BLUE Ocean Film Festival is to share at all levels the latest insights on what is happening in our ocean and to provide tangible ways people can make a difference. Executive Director Debbie Kinder talks about BLUE which will be held in Monterey, California, from August 24-29, 2010.
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July 12th, 2010

Protecting the California Coast:
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The ocean impacts life in California in many ways. In this report, Amber Mace, Executive Director of the Ocean Protection Council, talks about the role of the OPC in protecting our coastal and ocean resources.
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June 21st, 2010

Decommissioning Oil and Gas Rigs:
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Skyli McAfee, Executive Director of the California Ocean Science Trust, offers a perspective on decommissioning oil and gas rigs that sit off the coast of California. (Photo credit: Platform Irene, North of Point Arguello: Linda Snook)
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Tags: ocean protection, ocean stewardship, Oil Spills
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June 7th, 2010

Oil Spills in San Francisco Bay: Preparing a Better Response:
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This Thank You Ocean Report highlights excerpts from the “Oil Spills in San Francisco Bay: Preparing a Better Response” conference sponsored by the San Francisco Estuary Partnership on May 11, 2010. | Click here to view .mp4 video in larger player
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May 24th, 2010

Governors Take Action Toward Ocean Health:
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In July 2008, the Governors of California, Oregon and Washington released a West Coast Governors’ Agreement on Ocean Health Action Plan that identified common ocean and coastal management priorities. Brian Baird, Assistant Secretary for Ocean and Coastal Policy for the California Natural Resources Agency, offers an update about this joint effort to protect and manage the vast marine resources shared by California, Oregon and Washington.
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Tags: Gulf Oil Spill, ocean pollution
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May 7th, 2010

Gulf Oil Spill (video):
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On April 22, 2010 the Transocean Deepwater Horizon drilling rig sank 130 miles southeast of New Orleans. On this report you will learn how you can find current information on the spill and how you can help. (Photo credit: U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Justin E. Stumberg/Released) | Click here to view .mp4 video in larger player
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April 26th, 2010

Ocean on the Edge:
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Ocean on the Edge is an exhibit focusing on the issues that impact the ocean and what we can do about them. Our guest is Dr. Jerry Schubel, President and CEO of the Aquarium of the Pacific, the exhibit’s creator and host. (Photo courtesy of K. Leonard, Aquarium of the Pacific)
Tags: Climate Change, ocean protection
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April 12th, 2010

Earth Day 2010:
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April 22, 2010 is the 40th anniversary of Earth Day. On this report, we celebrate by focusing on the Ocean with our guest Kaitilin Gaffney, Pacific Ecosystem Program Director for Ocean Conservancy. (Photo courtesy of NASA)
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March 29th, 2010

Pacific Marine Mammals:
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The warmer waters of an El Nino can cause fish to move to colder waters removing the food that sea lions need to survive. This report focuses on the impact of an El Nino on marine mammals. Kelli Lewis, Education Director at the Pacific Marine Mammal Center in Laguna Beach, California is our guest. (Photo courtesy of Joann Smith/PMMC)
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March 8th, 2010

Enjoy-But Do Not Disturb-Coastal Wildlife:
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While we enjoy observing coastal wildlife, it’s important to avoid disturbing them. Our guest Mary Jane Schramm, Media and Public Outreach Specialist with the Gulf of the Farallones National Marine Sanctuary, says failing to be respectful and cautious when encountering harbor seals can have dire impacts on their population. (Photo courtesy of Mary Jane Schramm, Gulf of the Farallones National Marine Sanctuary)
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