[MARMAM] Disappearing Fin Whales in the Bay of Biscay - anybody know why?

anybody in the eastern or western North Atlantic experiencing either unusually high numbers of Fin Whales, or Fin Whales that are remaining in their area longer than would normally be the case.   Please email your comments to both of the following:   Dylan Walker at: dy...@orcaweb.org.uk Clive

[MARMAM] New online directory of Cetacean Conservation Organisations (CCO's)

mmal researchers and conservationists into the future, and would like to thank the many people and organisations that contributed. We will shortly be publishing a report reviewing the status of the world's CCO's globally and regionally, and will notify Marmam on publication. Regards, Aman

[MARMAM] New publication: A Global Directory of Cetacean Conservation Organisations

s wanting to upload their profile on the Planet Whale website can do so by going to www.planetwhale.com and registering as a non-profit organisation. Lastly, we would like to thank the many people and organisations that provided the information that made this report possible. Kind

[MARMAM] Request:current research on whale watching

us to protect our oceans. Regards, Dylan Walker Co-Founder www.planetwhale.com 2a Church road, Brighton, UK, BN3 2FL office:+44 (0)1273 355011 mobile: +44 (0)7900 471490 ___ MARMAM mailing list MARMAM@lists.uvic.ca https://lists.uvic.ca/mailman

[MARMAM] Launch of whale watching review system provides new open data source

sign in to www.planetwhale.com, then find your trip using our search engine at: http://www.planetwhale.com/browse For more information on the review system, including tips on posting a review, visit: http://www.planetwhale.com/reviews Regards, Dylan Walker & Ian Rowlands __

[MARMAM] Whale Watch Workshop announcement: Measuring sustainability

ators and other stakeholders working closely with the industry to attend the workshop. For more information about the workshop and how to attend, please follow this link: http://www.planetwhale.com/WhaleFest-Whale-Dolphin-Watch-Operators-Workshop Regards, *Dylan Walker* ***

[MARMAM] Announcement: Workshop on the future of Whale & Dolphin Watching

hins? 3. How valuable was the trip as a learning experience? 4. How well did the trip meet your expectations? 5. How well did the trip minimise its impact on the marine environment? Workshop itinerary 9.00 Welcome and coffee 9.30 Introduction. Dylan Walker and Ian Rowlands introduce the Planet W

[MARMAM] ANNOUNCEMENT: World Whale Conference, Brighton, UK, 25-26th October 2012

-Conference It’s a tremendous opportunity. Together we can make the most of it. Regards, *Dylan Walker & Ian Rowlands* ***__ **Co-Founders [image: PW logo new.jpg] <http://planetwhale.com%20/> * *WhaleFest 2012 <http://www.planetwhale.com/WhaleFest>* *World Whale

[MARMAM] ANNOUNCEMENT: World Whale Conference, Brighton, UK, 25-26th October 2012

-Conference It’s a tremendous opportunity. Together we can make the most of it. Regards, *Dylan Walker & Ian Rowlands* ***__ **Co-Founders [image: PW logo new.jpg] <http://planetwhale.com%20/> * *WhaleFest 2012 <http://www.planetwhale.com/WhaleFest>* *World Whale

[MARMAM] Volunteer internship: Whale & Dolphin Education Officer

e to help cover living expenses over the three month period. To apply for the post please send a CV and covering letter by electronic mail to: dy...@planetwhale.com Kind regards, Dylan Walker Planet Whale www.planetwhale.com +44 (0)1273 355011 ___ MA

[MARMAM] World Whale Conference Schedule Announced

Together we can save the whales Keynote speaker Roger Payne (Ocean alliance) via video link 9.20 – 10.00 “Tell them about the dream” Host Dylan Walker (Planet Whale) unveils plans for a new global campaign that will involve everybody at the conference and beyond! 10.00 – 10.45 Protecting the Special

[MARMAM] Announcement: Student tickets now available for World Whale Conference & Whale Watch Conference

/?page_id=187/ Student tickets are available at: http://shop.whale-fest.com/store/c/87-World-Whale-Watch-Conference.aspx If you require further info or help please contact me. Regards, Dylan Walker dy...@planetwhale.com www.planewhale.com www.whale-fest.com

[MARMAM] World Whale Conference Summary Report now available

summary of the conference please follow this link. http://www.savethewhalesreloaded.org/?page_id=347 For further information please contact dy...@planetwhale.com Regards *Dylan Walker * co-founder Planet Whale & WhaleFest www.planetwhale.com www.whale-fest.com mob/cell: +44 (0)7900 471490 &l

[MARMAM] Workshop announcement: Using collaborative ocean geodesign to identify marine protected areas for cetaceans

to assist with the workshop (thereby avoiding the fee). Further information and an itinerary will be emailed to participants in March. Regards, Dylan Walker Co-founder, Planet Whale www.planetwhale.com dy...@planetwhale.com Tel: +44 (0)1273 355011 Skype: planet.whale

[MARMAM] 2012 Report on Responsible Whale and Dolphin Watching now available

report, which will be in production shortly. With thanks and best wishes, *Dylan* *Dylan Walker * co-founder Planet Whale & WhaleFest www.planetwhale.com www.whale-fest.com mob/cell: +44 (0)7900 471490 <%2B44%20%280%297775%20871953> office: +44 (0)1273 35

[MARMAM] Seeking advice on cetacean monitoring using remote surveillance cameras

fully used live webcams in salt-spray filled coastal or boat-based environments. Regards, *Dylan* ____ *Dylan Walker * co-founder Planet Whale & WhaleFest www.planetwhale.com www.whale-fest.com mob/cell: +44 (0)7900 471490 <%2B44%20%280%297775%20871953> office

[MARMAM] WORKSHOP AGENDA : USING COLLABORATIVE OCEAN GEODESIGN TO IDENTIFY MARINE PROTECTED AREAS FOR CETACEANS

18.00. There will be a charge of €25 per person. Places remain available. Please contact dy...@planetwhale.com if you wish to attend. *Agenda* 9.30 – 10.00. INTRODUCTION: Dylan Walker introduces the workshop by asking: What could we achieve if Europe’s cetacean experts agreed a priority list

[MARMAM] Job post: Scientific Officer - Identifying ‘Areas of Concern’ for Global Cetacean Outreach Programme

*Job title: *Scientific Officer - Identifying ‘Areas of Concern’ for Global Cetacean Outreach Programme *Hours:* 5 days a week (Equivalent 37½ hours) *Contract Period: **14* weeks; commencing 13th May until 16th August 2013 *Pay:* £3500 net *Based:* Planet Whale Headquarters, Brighton, UK Pl

[MARMAM] Whale watching travel option to the ECS Conference

Europe´s most prized whale watching destinations, the Bay of Biscay, there will also be the opportunity to receive cetacean survey training as part of a standardized survey undertaken throughout the cruise. For further information please read below. Regards, Dylan Walker There is

[MARMAM] New Field Guide 'Whales & Dolphins of Europe': Request for images and info

Dear Marmamers, Ethical publisher WILDGuides, working alongside authors Dylan Walker and Graeme Cresswell, is pleased to announce the production of a new forthcoming field guide entitled ‘Whales and Dolphins of Europe’, further details of which are given at the end of this email

[MARMAM] SPECIAL OFFER ON NEW BOOK ‘WHALES & D OLPHINS OF GREAT BRITAIN’

Dear Marmamers, Publishing House Cetacea Publishing have recently produced a new book entitled ‘Whales and Dolphins of Great Britain’ by Dylan Walker and Alex Wilson. This is the first comprehensive guide to the whales, dolphins and porpoises of England, Scotland and Wales – and it is

[MARMAM] ORCA JOB ANNOUNCEMENT: Ferry-based Wildlife Education Officer

hink you would be the ideal candidate for this post to: Dylan Walker Project Development Officer ORCA 17 Embassy Court Kings Road Brighton BN1 2PX United Kingdom Email: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Tel: +44 (0)1273 739284 - Yahoo! for Good helps you

[MARMAM] Discount offer on cetacean titles + new European field guide

specific identification of flora and fauna in particular family groups, to traveller’s guides designed to enhance the visitor experience to the location concerned.   Knd regards,     Dylan Walker WILDGuides OCEANGuides series [EMAIL PROTECTED

[MARMAM] Job vacancies: UK Marine Wildlife Education Officers required

interest you, by email to:   Dylan Walker Project Development Manager ORCA - Organisation Cetacea 17 Embassy Court Kings Road Brighton BN1 2PX Tel: +44 (0)1273 739284 Email: dy...@orcaweb.org.uk Web: www.orcaweb.org.uk End. ___ MARMAM mailing

[MARMAM] Masters thesis project opportunity: fin whale behaviour and ship strikes

.   How to apply Please send an email to Dylan Walker at dy...@orcaweb.org.uk detailing your experience, your current Masters course, the scientific support available at your educational establishment, and why you are interested to take on this project as your Masters thesis.   Regards,   Dylan

[MARMAM] Announcement: WCA World Whale Conference 2017, South Africa

Dear Marmamers, WCA World Whale Conference 2017 *"Towards Responsible Tourism for Cetaceans"* Durban, South Africa, 24th -29th June 2017 The World Cetacean Alliance (WCA) would like to invite you to register your interest in our forthcoming World Whale

[MARMAM] JOB ANNOUNCEMENT: RESPONSIBLE WHALE WATCH RESEARCHER

organisations, knowledgeable individuals, and ecotourism experts (our Partners). TO APPLY: Please email your CV and a one page covering letter to Dylan Walker at: dy...@worldcetaceanalliance.org by 28 December. Interviews will likely take place on the 5th and 6th January. Dylan Walker Chief

[MARMAM] Whale Heritage Sites: Initial applications open

candidacy click here: http://whaleheritagesites.org/application/ For further information about Whale Heritage Sites click here: http://whaleheritagesites.org/ We welcome your submissions. Regards, Dylan Walker Chief Executive Officer *World Cetacean Alliance * *T *+44 (0)1273 355011* M *+44

[MARMAM] Workshop: Cetacean Conservation in Southern Africa

and lunch(full day only).) Workshop organisers and participants are required to be registered conference delegates (delegate fees apply). See http://worldwhaleconference.org/ Dylan Walker Chief Executive Officer *World Cetacean Alliance * *T *+44 (0)1273 355011* M *+44 (0)7900 471490

[MARMAM] Identiftying 'Areas of Interest' for Whale Heritage Sites in Africa

Sites Summit <http://worldwhaleconference.org/programme/whs-summit-2017/> click here. Please share this survey if you know of interested experts in the region not on the Marmam list. Many thanks. Dylan Walker Chief Executive Officer *World Cetacean Alliance * *T *+44 (0)1273 355011*

[MARMAM] World Cetacean Alliance Responsible Whale Watching Guide Course

Watching Guide Course* The course will include: * WCA Responsible Whale Watcher course and certification * Lectures and training from seasoned professionals, including: WCA CEO Dylan Walker; Ian Rowlands from WhaleFest and Gina Gow from Incredible Oceans * Workshops * Guide training * Data collection and

[MARMAM] Final call: World Cetacean Alliance Responsible Whale Watching Guide Course

:* Monday 17th – Friday 21st July 2017 *Location:* WCA Headquarters, Brighton, UK *WCA’s Responsible Whale Watching Guide Course* The course will include: * WCA Responsible Whale Watcher course and certification * Lectures and training from seasoned professionals, including: WCA CEO Dylan Walker; Ian

[MARMAM] Whale Heritage Sites - bursary available for developing country sites

o identify 5 Partners prepared to work collaboratively in addition to the lead applicant. Please read below for further information on the benefits of Whale Heritage Sites. Regards, Dylan Walker Chief Executive Officer *World Cetacean Alliance * *T *+44 (0)1273 355011 <+44%201273%20355011>

[MARMAM] Areas of Interest for Whale Heritage Sites in Africa

teria even if financial and other resources were limited. For more information about Whale Heritage Sites contact: w...@worldcetaceanalliance.org With thanks to everybody who took part in the survey. Dylan Walker Chief Executive Officer *World Cetacean Alliance * *T *+44 (0)1273 355011*

[MARMAM] 2018 WCA Responsible Whale Watching Guides Course - dates announced

, including: WCA CEO Dylan Walker and Ian Rowlands from WhaleFest and Incredible Oceans * Educational Activities * Guide training * Practical activities * Final presentation/assessment After successful completion of the course, participants will be placed on a database of qualified guides from where

[MARMAM] Volunteer Opportunity: Brighton Dolphin Project

and a Cover letter to: dy...@worldcetaceanalliance.org Applications must be sent in electronic form no later than 18th December 2017. Dylan Walker Chief Executive Officer *World Cetacean Alliance * *T *+44 (0)1273 355011* M *+44 (0)7900 471490* S *dylan.wca *E *dy

[MARMAM] Volunteer Internship: Whale Heritage Sites Programme Assistant

C.V. and a cover letter to: dy...@worldcetaceanalliance.org Applications must be sent in electronic form no later than 12th January 2018. For more information go to http://whaleheritagesites.org/ Dylan Walker Chief Executive Officer *World Cetacean Alliance * *T *+44 (0)1273 355011* M *+44

[MARMAM] 2018 WCA Responsible Whale Watching Guides Courses

://worldcetaceanalliance.org/capacity-building/training-courses/ * Limited places available, so early application is strongly encouraged. Regards, Dylan Walker Chief Executive Officer World Cetacean Alliance *T* +44 (0)1273 355011 * M* +44 (0)7900 471490 *S* dylan.wca E dy...@worldcetaceanalliance.org

[MARMAM] Volunteer Internship: Whale Heritage Sites Programme Assistant

. and a cover letter to: dy...@worldcetaceanalliance.org Applications must be sent in electronic form no later than 2 April 2018. For more information go to http://whaleheritagesites.org/ Dylan Walker Chief Executive Officer *World Cetacean Alliance * *T *+44 (0)1273 355011 <+44%201273%20355

[MARMAM] Volunteer Internship: Whale Heritage Sites Programme Assistant

. and a cover letter to: dy...@worldcetaceanalliance.org Applications must be sent in electronic form no later than 9 April 2018. For more information go to http://whaleheritagesites.org/ Dylan Walker Chief Executive Officer *World Cetacean Alliance * *T *+44 (0)1273 355011 <+44%201273%20355

[MARMAM] Volunteer required: Whale Heritage Sites Programme Assistant

...@worldcetaceanalliance.org Applications must be sent in electronic form no later than 20 April 2018. For more information go to http://whaleheritagesites.org/ Dylan Walker Chief Executive Officer *World Cetacean Alliance * *T *+44 (0)1273 355011 <+44%201273%20355011>* M *+44 (0)7900 471490 <+

[MARMAM] Fostering links between Universities and the World Cetacean Alliance

focused on cetacean welfare. If anyone is interested in collaboration and would like to discuss these ideas further, please contact myself or alex.hughes@ worldcetaceanalliance.org . Regards, Dylan Walker Chief Executive Officer *World Cetacean Alliance * *T *+44 (0)1273 355011* M *+44 (0

[MARMAM] Brighton Dolphin Project Volunteer Assistants needed

the subject line: ‘Name’ Brighton Dolphin Project Volunteer Application; by 10am BST on Friday 11th May. * *Dylan Walker*Chief Executive Officer *World Cetacean Alliance* Studio 3, Lower Promenade Madeira Drive, Brighton, BN2 1ET, UK. t: +44 (0) 1273 355011 c: +44 (0) 7900 471490 e: dy

[MARMAM] BRIGHTON DOLPHIN PROJECT – Volunteer Project and Research Lead

present in the area, as a way to encourage further pride and care for marine conservation. Please send applications to Dylan Walker with the title 'BDP Lead' to: dy...@worldcetaceanalliance.org no later than Friday 29 June. Regards, *Dylan Walker*Chief Executive Officer *Worl

[MARMAM] Survey request: Areas of Concern for Whale and Dolphin Watching

communities and marine conservation. For further information please contact dy...@worldcetaceanalliance.org *Dylan Walker*Chief Executive Officer *World Cetacean Alliance* Studio 3, Lower Promenade Madeira Drive, Brighton, BN2 1ET, UK. t: +44 (0) 1273 355011 c: +44 (0) 7900 471490 e: dy

[MARMAM] Responsible Whale Watch Guides Courses Aug/Sep

training from seasoned professionals *Practical assessments and activities *Reserve your place* For more info go to: http://worldcetaceanalliance.org/capacity-building/training-courses/ * Limited places available, so early application is strongly encouraged. Regards, *Dylan Walker*Chief

[MARMAM] REMINDER: Survey request: Areas of Concern for Whale and Dolphin Watching

urther information please contact dy...@worldcetaceanalliance.org *Dylan Walker*Chief Executive Officer *World Cetacean Alliance* Studio 3, Lower Promenade Madeira Drive, Brighton, BN2 1ET, UK. t: +44 (0) 1273 355011 c: +44 (0) 7900 471490 e: dy...@worldcetaceanalliance.org [image

[MARMAM] World Whale Conference, Hervey Bay, Australia | 7 - 11 October, 2019

ldwide working collaboratively to protect cetaceans and their habitats. AND FINALLY... We welcome your thoughts and feedback, and hope to see you in Hervey Bay in 2019! With best wishes, *Dylan Walker*Chief Executive Officer *World Cetacean Alliance* Studio 3, Lower Promenade Madeira Drive,

[MARMAM] VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY: Cetacean Programmes Assistant

deliver collaborative projects. 5. Develop media and social media skills. 6. Build on your network of contacts for career development / research or voluntary opportunities. TO APPLY: Please send your C.V. and a cover letter to: Dylan Walker: dy...@worldcetaceanalliance.org Applications

[MARMAM] Abstract submissions for the World Whale Conference 2019 are now open!

ercial whale watching – all coming together to share knowledge, inspiration and *Journeys that Inspire Change!* *We hope you can be a part of it!* Regards, *Dylan Walker *Chief Executive Officer *World Cetacean Alliance* Studio 3, Lower Promenade Madeira Drive, Brighton, BN2 1ET, UK. t: +4

[MARMAM] VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY: Cetacean Programme Assistant

send your C.V. and a cover letter to: Julie Jankowiak: julie.jankow...@worldcetaceanalliance.org Applications must be sent in electronic form no later than Friday 17 May 2019. For more information go to: http://worldcetaceanalliance.org/ Regards, *Dylan Walker *Chief Executive Officer

[MARMAM] World Whale Conference 2019: Abstract submission deadline reminder

al to be replicated nationally or internationally. *We hope you can be a part of it!* Regards, *Dylan Walker *Chief Executive Officer *World Cetacean Alliance* Studio 3, Lower Promenade Madeira Drive, Brighton, BN2 1ET, UK. t: +44 (0) 1273 355011 c: +44 (0) 7900 471490 e: dy...@worldc

[MARMAM] Whale Conservation and Heritage Awards: apply now!

tor, along with global experts in tourism, sustainability, the arts, marine conservation, scientific research and commercial whale watching. If you have any questions prior to applying please get in touch. Regards, *Dylan Walker *Chief Executive Officer *World Cetacean Alliance* Studi

[MARMAM] ANNOUNCEMENT: 2019 Responsible Whale Watching Guide Courses

Monday 7th to Friday 11th October (NZ) Over 18's only. *For more information go to: * http://worldcetaceanalliance.org/capacity-building/training-courses/ or contact: proje...@worldcetaceanalliance.org *Dylan Walker *Chief Executive Officer *World Cetacean Alliance* Stud

[MARMAM] Whale Whisperers. A webinar series: 19-22 April

practices World Cetacean Alliance Interim CEO Dylan Walker interviews three professional whale watching guides/biologists about the importance of communicating responsible whale watching practices to guests and crew. Dylan will be discussing this with WCA partners Angie Gullan from Dolphin E

[MARMAM] Volunteer help request at SMM Conference: Mapping Areas of Concern

If you are able to help please send an email to Roger Mann at ro...@worldcetaceanalliance.org who is coordinating this project. Regards, Dylan Walker *WCA Secretariat* *Without collaboration we will achieve nothing more than a drop in the ocean. ~ Jean-Michel Cousteau, Honorary President, WC

[MARMAM] WCA Workshops 16-17 March: Four Global Programmes to Protect Cetaceans

Dear Marmamers, We welcome attendance and input at the forthcoming World Cetacean Alliance (WCA) Workshops to be held on Monday 16 March – Tuesday 17 March 2015, in Brighton, UK, (immediately following WhaleFest 2015). *The WCA Workshops: Four Global Programmes to Protect Cetaceans*, will see cet

[MARMAM] Science talks at WhaleFest 2015

ution, how Ocean Alliance has been studying it (focusing on a recently concluded 5-year study in the Gulf of Mexico) and how we can help to try and solve this problem. *16.30 Cetacean Careers Speed Dating!* For more information about WhaleFest please visit http://www.whale-fest.com

[MARMAM] REQUEST FOR INTERNS: 'RESPONSIBLE WHALE WATCHING BEST PRACTICE’

in this internship to Dylan Walker at: dy...@worldcetaceanalliance.org before 30 June 2015. World Cetacean Alliance Studio 3 Lower Promenade Madeira Drive Brighton BN2 1ET United Kingdom www.worldcetaceanalliance.org Tel: +44 (0)1273 355011

[MARMAM] ANNOUNCEMENT: WCA WORLD WHALE CONFERENCE & WHALE HERITAGE SITES SUMMIT

more information please contact Dylan Walker at dy...@worldcetaceanalliance.org or call the WCA on +44 (0)1273 355011. If you would like to attend the conference and/or Summit please register here: http://worldcetaceanalliance.org/registration-conference-summit/ We look forward to welcoming you t

[MARMAM] ANNOUNCEMENT: Initiative launched to create Whale Heritage Sites around the World

mmit to be held on Faial in the Azores on 28 – 30 October 2015: http://worldcetaceanalliance.org/conference-programme/ Please contact me if you require further information about Whale Heritage Sites or the Summit. Regards, Dylan Walker *WCA Secretariat* *Without collaboration we will achie

[MARMAM] Call for short presentations: World Whale Conference

. Regards, Dylan Walker *WCA Secretariat* *Without collaboration we will achieve nothing more than a drop in the ocean. ~ Jean-Michel Cousteau, Honorary President, WCA* *WCA, Studio 3, Lower Promenade, Madeira Drive, Brighton, BN2 1ET, UK * *Office: +44(0)1273 355011 <%2B44%280%291273%20355

[MARMAM] WCA World Whale Conference revised itinerary and deadlines

0 Coffee 9:00 – 9:30 Welcome *WCA Chair Roy Mulder, WCA Secretariat Dylan Walker, Rosa Costa of Futurismo Whale Watching and the Azores Promotion Board open the 2015 World Whale Conference* 9:30 – 15:00 *SYMPOSIUM BY THE WCA CAPTIVITY WORKING GROUP: Building an effective global network* *9:30

[MARMAM] World Cetacean Alliance Internship Programme – The Net Effect

is not provided, but we will work with all the interns to find something suitable. To apply: Send a C.V. and covering letter stating why you are interested in this internship via email entitled ‘Net Effect Internship’ to Dylan Walker at: dy...@worldcetaceanalliance.org