February 2015 - MARMAM - devlists.uvic.ca

WCA Workshops 16-17 March: Four Global Programmes to Protect Cetaceans
by Dylan Walker 14 Feb '15

14 Feb '15

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 cetacean experts and advocates from across the world gather to discuss and plan strategies for protecting whales, dolphins and porpoises through the WCA Partnership. Implementation of these Global Programmes will be the top priority for the World Cetacean Alliance during 2015/16 and beyond. We therefore welcome input from experts and the public, scientists and other stakeholders with an interest or expertise in any of the following four programme areas: 1. Responsible whale and dolphin watching, 2. Ghost nets and entanglement, 3. Cetacean captivity, and 4. Threatened species. How to attend? The WCA Workshops are free to WCA Partners. If you are not already a Partner of the WCA you need to join the WCA to attend the workshops. Anybody can join as an Individual Partner (even if you represent a non-profit organisation or whale and dolphin watching tour operator) for just £100 / US$165 / €120, and then reserve your place at the workshops. For more information on joining fees and becoming a Partner of the World Cetacean Alliance go to: http://worldcetaceanalliance.org/become-a-partner/. You can also register as a Partner and book your Workshop tickets here: http://worldcetaceanalliance.org/wca-conference/ WORKSHOP PROGRAMME (venue to be announced) WCA WORKSHOP DAY 1 – Monday 16 March WORKSHOP 1: RESPONSIBLE WHALE AND DOLPHIN WATCHING 9.00 – 13.00 9.00: Workshop starts on Brighton beach outside Brighton Centre 10.00: Session introduction 10.15: Did anybody ask Moby? Should whale watch guidelines focus more on the whale’s perspective? 11.00: The way forward – delivering responsible whale & dolphin watching for destinations 12.00: Plenary session 12.45: Actions 13.00 – 14.00 – lunch WORKSHOP 2: GHOST NETS AND ENTANGLEMENT 14.00 – 17.30 14.00. Session introduction 14.15: Update from World Animal Protection on the Global Ghost Gear Initiative and Sea Change campaign 15.00. Practical opportunity to use the Sea Change Hub and understand how Partners can assist in vital data collection of ghost fishing gear 15.30. Introducing the ‘Net effect’ campaign 15.45. Workshop session 1: How to engage the public on the issue of ghost gear and entanglement 15.45. Workshop Session 2: How to create the ultimate ‘Net Effect’ education pack for whale and dolphin watching guides and other marine users 17.00. Actions 17.30. End Evening social. TBA WCA WORKSHOP DAY 2 – Tuesday 17 March WORKSHOP 3: CETACEAN CAPTIVITY 9.00 – 13.00 9.00: Introductions and vision for the Captivity Working Group from the Working Group Chair 9.20: Wild & Free campaign objectives and update (including a review of the tour operator targeted campaign) 9.40: Dolphinaria Free Europe coalition, objectives and update 10.00: WCA: The one-stop shop on captivity. Creating an active and productive network of experts, NGOs and individuals, with a focus on gathering and sharing resources to bring about change. Plenary discussion to review current tools and materials and to identify further desired resources: identifying source, role and time-frame. 10.45: The cruise ship campaign: background, need for a coordinated action. 11.30: Supporting each other. Plenary discussion identifying further agenda of the Captivity Group and where partners need assistance and support. 12.30. Conclusions and actions WORKSHOP 4: THREATENED SPECIES 9.00 – 13.00 9.00. Introduction 9.15. Threatened species – their relevance in historical and modern culture 10.00. Threatened species – geographical overlap with stakeholder community – Non-Profit Organisations and whale and dolphin watch tour operators 11.00. Workshop. Preventing extinctions through partnership. How can we help? 12.30. Actions 13.00 – 14.00 – lunch MEETING OF THE PARTNERS AND ACTION PLAN 14.00. Introduction 14.15. Summaries of agreed actions from the four workshops: 1) responsible whale and dolphin watching, 2) ghost nets and entanglement, 3) cetacean captivity, and 4) threatened species 15.00. Plenary discussion. Executing an Action Plan for the four global programmes (workshops). 16.00. Q&A session involving all Partners and the Secretariat on all aspects of the WCA 17.00. Concluding remarks 17.30. End Register as a Partner and book your Workshop tickets here: http://worldcetaceanalliance.org/wca-conference/ The World Cetacean Alliance is the world’s largest Partnership working to protect whales, dolphins and porpoises (cetaceans). Together we represent 70 Partners in 35 countries worldwide and we are expanding rapidly. Through cooperation, the Partners of the World Cetacean Alliance aim to conserve and protect cetaceans and their habitats in the world’s oceans, seas and rivers, to ensure their continued health and survival. The WCA is committed to preventing all cetaceans from being held in captivity except for rehabilitation and release purposes. We are also developing and implementing new concepts for responsible whale and dolphin watching with the potential to inspire and educate millions of people. Finally, we aim to expand the global community of people who care for cetaceans, have a desire to learn about them, and respect them.

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Joint Industry Programme on E&P Sound and Marine Life - Request for Proposals
by Campbell, John, IOGP 13 Feb '15

13 Feb '15

The Joint Industry Programme on E&P Sound and Marine Life is pleased to invite proposals on the following topic: Hearing Recovery in Marine Mammals Exposed to Intermittent Impulse Sounds The RFP document can be downloaded from: http://www.soundandmarinelife.org/media/54261/jip22_sml_rfp_iii-15-03_heari… . Submissions should be sent to info(a)soundandmareinlife.org<mailto:info@soundandmareinlife.org> and are due by 27th March 2015. JOHN A CAMPBELL JIP Coordinator ________________________________ John Campbell Technical Director email: jac(a)iogp.org phone: +44 20 3763 9707 International Association of Oil & Gas Producers 209-215 Blackfriars Road, London SE1 8NL, UK reception: +44 20 3763 9700 web: www.iogp.org Follow us on Twitter @IOGP_News OGP is now IOGP.Visit our new website at www.iogp.org<http://www.iogp.org> ________________________________ This e-mail was sent by The International Association of Oil & Gas Producers (IOGP). IOGP is registered in England. Registration number: 1832064. Registered office: 209-215 Blackfriars Road, London, SE1 8NL.

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Virginia Aquarium & Marine Science Center Summer Stranding Internships
by Erin R. Bates 13 Feb '15

13 Feb '15

The Virginia Aquarium’s Research & Conservation Division is now accepting Stranding Response Intern applications for summer 2015. There are several positions available. The application deadline is March 9, 2015. Please note that all internships are non-compensatory and intern housing is not provided by the Virginia Aquarium. Duties: Assist with dead and live stranding response of marine mammals and sea turtles. This includes, but is not limited to: necropsies, data and sample collection, animal disposal, cleaning, office organization, data entry and management, live animal husbandry, working with volunteer team members and staff and other activities as assigned. Review a full list of duties included below: · Assist in stranding response for dead marine mammals and sea turtles in the field and at the Stranding Center. Work may be done under extremely adverse weather conditions. · Assist in the collection of Level A data for the National Marine Fisheries Service. · Participate in post-mortem data collection and necropsies. · Assist in care for animals during rehabilitation including, but not limited to, food prep, feeding, cleaning (mopping floor, washing dirty laundry, vacuuming tanks, washing dishes, etc.), tank repairs, and other husbandry duties. Assist in coordinating the release of rehabilitated and disentangled animals. · Assist with public outreach and education events. · Assist with volunteer and cooperator trainings. · Assist staff with daily administrative tasks including answering phones, taking messages, preparing volunteers for response, and data entry. · Develop and complete an independent, staff approved project and 15 minute presentation for the stranding staff and volunteers · Other duties as assigned by Virginia Aquarium Stranding Response staff Qualifications: Applicants must: 1) be at least 18 years of age; 2) be able to, and comfortable with driving full-sized pick-up trucks; 3) be in good physical condition and able to lift over 40 pounds or assist with heavier loads and 4) be able to work in adverse conditions. Applicants must commit to 10 weeks and work well both independently and as part of a team. Candidates should be self-motivated, articulate, mature, reliable, responsible and able to take, as well as give direction. Internships are open to undergraduate and graduate students. Preference is given to students who have completed their sophomore year and are working towards credit for a degree in science. A background in biology and familiarity with stranding response is preferred but not required. Requirements: Interns are expected to work 24 hours a week (three eight-hour days) for 10 consecutive weeks without exception. Housing and transportation cannot be provided. Most of the animals the stranding center works with are dead (approximately 95%) and most are decomposing. The center may get 10-12 strandings per day in the peak summer season. This is a position that requires a strong nose, stomach and mental state. IT IS NOT FOR EVERYONE! Please consider this before applying. A complete Stranding Response Intern application packet must include the following required components: · Cover Letter · Virginia Aquarium & Marine Science Center internship application form (http://www.virginiaaquarium.com/join/internships) · (2) Letters of Recommendation (one must be from an academic instructor) · Statement of Intent: (1) page describing how the intern applicant intends to use the internship experience to assist in career or academic goals. · Resume · Official College Transcript(s) Erin Bates Stranding Technician & Volunteer/Intern Coordinator Virginia Aquarium Stranding Response Program 757-385-6481 (desk) 757-437-4933 (fax) 757-385-7575 (stranding hotline) ebates(a)virginiaaquarium.com<mailto:ebates@virginiaaquarium.com>

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Final ECS Conference Registration Deadline today
by Adriana Vella 13 Feb '15

13 Feb '15

Dear All, This is a final call for Registration to the ECS Conference in March 2015: Details at: http://europeancetaceansociety.eu/conference/29th-ecs-conference Various interesting workshops also available before the Conference: Details at: http://www.europeancetaceansociety.eu/conference/workshops-programme Best wishes and see you in warm sunny Malta! ECS Conf 2015 org comm.

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Humpback Whale World Congress - 29 June / 3 July 2015 - Madagascar
by Olivier Adam 13 Feb '15

13 Feb '15

Dear Marmam subscribers: The 1st session of Humpback Whale World Congress (http://www.hwwc2015.org) will be held in Ste Marie Island, Madagascar, from the 29th of June to the 3rd of July 2015. The 2015 HWWC is intended to provide a platform for new research and discussion on the following topics: • Basic Research: Anatomy, Biology, Ecology, Ethology, Population dynamics, Engineer Sciences, Economics, History, Hunting. • Applied Research: Methods (visual observations, acoustic, genetics, tags, drones), data collection and storage protocols, tools and support software analysis (fluke’s identification, automatic classification of sound units). • Regional Collaboration Programs: Workshops will encourage the exchange of information, practices, and experiences to increase partnerships focused on conservation. • Management, conservation and implementation of sustainable development policy preventive measures, establishment and management of marine protected areas, control measures of the impacts of human activities, role of participatory science, alternatives to the use of natural resources. • Economy and social involvement: Humpback whales are coastal species, generating direct and indirect economic activities. The sessions aim to explore viable means at safeguarding economic and social initiatives, with emphasis on potential benefits and limitations. Specific research topics, fields of study, and methodological approaches have been left open intentionally to encourage interdisciplinary exchange. The official language of the conference is English. INVITED SPEAKERS (alphabetic order) - Dr R. Dunlop - Dr K. Findlay - Dr N. Gales - Dr L. Herman - Dr E. Mercado - Dr P. Palsboll - Dr R. Payne - Prof J. Reidenberg - Dr J. Robbins - Dr A. Stimpert IMPORTANT DATES 16 February 2015: Opening for abstract submission 19 April 2015: Deadline for abstract submission 17 May 2015: Decisions for abstract submissions 24 May 2015: Deadline for early registration and author registration 29 June 2015: Deadline for registration 29 June - 3 July 2015: Congress (Ste Marie, Madagascar) SCIENTIFIC COMMITTEE (alphabetic order) ADAM Olivier, NeuroPSI CNRS UMR9197 University Paris Sud, Orsay, FRANCE ANDRIANARIMISA Aristide, Dpt Biology, University of Antananarivo, MADAGASCAR BEST Peter, Mammal Research Institute, University of Pretoria, SOUTH AFRICA CHARRIER Isabelle, NeuroPSI CNRS UMR9197 University Paris Sud, Orsay, FRANCE DULAU Violaine, Association Groupe Local d'OBservation et d'Identification des CEtaces, Ile de la Réunion, FRANCE DUNLOP Rebbecca, Cetacean Ecology and Acoustics Laboratory, University of Queensland, AUSTRALIA FINDLAY Ken, Mammal Reaserch Institute Whale Unit, University of Pretoria, SOUTH AFRICA GALES Nick, Australian Marine Mammal Centre, Australian Antarctic Division, AUSTRALIA GANDILHON Nadege, Laboratory DYNECAR BOREA CNRS UMR7208, FRANCE GIACOMA Cristina, Dpt Biology, University of Torino, ITALY GLOTIN Hervé, Institut Universitaire de France, Systems and Information Sciences Lab CNRS UMR7296 University of Toulon, FRANCE HAUSER Nan, Center for Cetacean Research and Conservation, Cook Islands, SOUTH PACIFIC HERMAN Louis, the Dolphin Institut, University of Hawaii, USA JUNG Jean-Luc, BioGeMME, University of Brest, FRANCE MERCADO Eduardo, University at Buffalo, New York, USA PALSBOLL Per, Marine Evolution and Conservation, Groningen Institute for Evolutionary Life Sciences, University of Groningen, NETHERLANDS PAYNE Roger, Ocean Alliance, NEW ZEALAND RAMINOSOA Noromalala, Dpt Biology, University of Antananarivo, MADAGASCAR REIDENBERG Joy, Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, New York, USA ROBBINS Jooke, Center for Coastal Studies, USA ROSENBAUM Howard, Wildlife Conservation Society, Ocean Giants Program, New York, USA STIMPERT Alison, Vertebrate Ecology Lab, Moss Landing Marine Laboratories, CA, USA WHITE Paul, Institut of Sound and Vibration Research, University of Southampton, UK PAPERS AND POSTERS The Scientific Committee is keen to encourage the attendance of students, as well as established researchers and observers. Abstracts have to be written in English. Contributors are invited to send an abstract (max. 350 words), including: •first names and last names of author and co-authors •affiliation •email of the corresponding author •main text with introduction about the scientific context and the objectives of your work, then successive parts showing the methods, the results, the discussion and the conclusion. Submissions should be directly sent only by email to info(a)hwwc2015.org before the 19th of April 2015. REVIEW PROCESS Each submission will be reviewed anonymously by the Scientific Committee according to its originality, importance, clarity, and interdisciplinarity. Corresponding authors will be notified by email of the Committee’s decision by 17 May 2015. Accepted abstracts will be proposed as oral presentation or as poster. REGISTRATION Registration fees give access the congress, the official program, lunches. Online early registration is open until the 24th of May 2015. The early fees are: - regular attendees: $150 - student: €90 The organizing committee could be open to providing a grant for deserving candidates, under their discretion. PHOTO CONTEST During the congress, a photo contest will be organized. Special prizes will be distributed to the winners of the competition. Photos Should be submitted no later than 30rd May 2015 to: info(a)hwwc2015.org ORGANIZERS The organizers are: - CETAMADA association (www.cetamada.com) - the University of Antananarivo (www.univ-antananarivo.mg) - the company Festival des Baleines (www.festivaldesbaleines.com) The Malagasy association CETAMADA, established in 2009, works for the conservation of marine mammals and their habitat in Madagascar. The association is committed towards a sustainable development approach through the involvement of the local population. CETAMADA activities are focused around four strands of action: training and promotion of responsible and sustainable ecotourism, education and awareness of the environment and marine heritage, development of community activities and scientific research. The University of Antananarivo (Madagascar), Faculty of Science, Department of Animal Biology, is headed by Dr. Felix Rakotondramparany working in biology, ecology and animal conservation. As a representative of the Malagasy University, the Department is giving their support to this international congress. The company "Festival des Baleines" organize the event Festival des Baleines in Ste Marie, Madagascar, from the 4th of July to the 12th of July 2015. The Festival will be dedicated to the conservation of the humpback whales and the joy to live with them. For further information about the venue, submissions, and registration, please visit the HWWC website: http://www.hwwc2015.org or send an email to secretary(a)hww2015.org ***************************** Prof. Olivier ADAM Bioacoustics Team Institut de NeuroScience Paris-Saclay (NeuroPSI) CNRS UMR 9197 Université Paris Sud, FRANCE Email: olivier.adam(a)u-psud.fr Website: http://www.cb.u-psud.fr/

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New paper on HAB toxins and effects in Scottish harbour seals
by Silje Kristin Jensen 12 Feb '15

12 Feb '15

Dear all I am (very!!) proud to present a new paper on the interesting topic of toxins from harmful algae and their effects: Authors: Silje-Kristin Jensen, Lacaze JP, Hermann G, Kershaw J, Brownlow A, Turner A, Hall A. Paper title: Detection and effects of harmful algal toxins in Scottish harbour seals and potential links to population decline Highlights: •We document exposure of Scottish harbour seals to both DA and PSP toxins. •We show evidence of immunomodulatory effects as a result of toxin exposure. •Exposure occurs through contaminated prey at potentially lethal levels. •Toxin exposure could be driving the harbour seal decline in specific regions. Abstract: Over the past 15 years or so, several Scottish harbour seal (Phoca vitulina) populations have declined in abundance and several factors have been considered as possible causes, including toxins from harmful algae. Here we explore whether a link could be established between two groups of toxins, domoic acid (DA) and saxitoxins (STXs), and the decline in the harbour seal populations in Scotland. We document the first evidence that harbour seals are exposed to both DA and STXs from consuming contaminated fish. Both groups of toxins were found in urine and faeces sampled from live captured (n = 162) and stranded animals (n = 23) and in faecal samples collected from seal haul-out sites (n = 214) between 2008 and 2013. The proportion of positive samples and the toxins levels measured in the excreta were significantly higher in areas where harbour seal abundance is in decline. There is also evidence that DA has immunomodulatory effects in harbour seals, including lymphocytopenia and monocytosis. Scottish harbour seals are exposed to DA and STXs through contaminated prey at potentially lethal levels and with this evidence we suggest that exposure to these toxins are likely to be important factors driving the harbour seal decline in some regions of Scotland. The full version with full bibliographic details is available online at: http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.toxicon.2015.02.002 Please note access to the full text of this article will depend on your personal or institutional entitlements. You can contact me for a pdf copy or any questions (siljekristinjensen(a)gmail.com) Citation: Detection and effects of harmful algal toxins in Scottish harbour seals and potential links to population decline. Jensen SK, Lacaze JP, Hermann G, Kershaw J, Brownlow A, Turner A, Hall A. Toxicon. 2015 doi: 10.1016/j.toxicon.2015.02.002. All the best Silje-Kristin Jensen

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MMO Training Course
by Yvonne Miles - Scanning Ocean Sectors 11 Feb '15

11 Feb '15

*We are pleased to announce our brand new training courses for 2015.* *Scanning Ocean Sectors* specialises in training, consultancy and supply of *Marine Mammal Observer (MMO)* / *Marine Fauna Observer (MFO) *worldwide. We are JNCC recognised/approved course for industry and research for the UKCS and have been running for over 12 years. We have years of research behind the effective and consistent training of MMOs/MFOs including courses adapted/personalised to the requirements of our clients, and taught by professionals in their specialised fields. Our staff are fully trained and experienced in all areas of the MMO/MFO line of work. Our specialised training ensures RESEARCH/INDUSTRY attains the most professional and well equipped MMOs/MFOs they require for the specialised work. The outcome from our training is that you will gain a KNOWLEDGABLE, EFFICIENT and EFFECTIVE MMO/MFO in the workplace and are proactive in their duties. Each student is graded in their certification to ensure the professional quality standard of the MMO/MFO. Our training course dates are below and there are still places available for the MARCH and APRIL courses. Please note you must register and pay at the same time. NOTE: pre registering will NOT entitle you to the standard price. The price coding will be at the time of full and final payment. For full prices please visit www.marinemammalobservertraining.com/prices/. *MMO Training Course Dates in UK and Australia * *UK* March 16-19th *Australian* April 20-23rd June 22-25th August 24-27th Sept 7-10th Nov 23-26th REGISTER NOW <http://www.marinemammalobservertraining.com/register/> *Register Online* Visit the website to register for the next MMO course. www.marinemammalobservertraining.com/register/ *Other Useful Links* Marine Mammal Observer Training on Facebook www.facebook.com/marinemammalobservertrainingcourses Marine Mammal Magazine on Facebook www.facebook.com/marinemammalobservertrainingcourses Marine Mammal Jobs on Facebook www.facebook.com/marinemammaljobs With regards, *Yvonne Miles* Managing Director yvonne(a)scanningoceansectors.com www.scanningoceansectors.com www.marinemammaljobs.com -- Regards, Yvonne Miles *Managing Director* *Scanning Ocean Sectors* E: yvonne(a)scanningoceansectors.com W: www.scanningoceansectors.com W: www.marinemammalobservertraining.com W: www.marinemammaljobs.com

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Request for Training ID Photos
by Yvonne Miles - Scanning Ocean Sectors 11 Feb '15

11 Feb '15

Hi All We are looking to update our photographs for Marine Mammal Identification training. If you have taken any pictures of marine mammals around the world we would love to hear from you. We are looking to include as many species as possible. If you could send us your photos with your name/ organisation already on each picture, they do not have to be of the best quality, as we need to make the students think hard about identification. All photos would be fully credited when used in the training material. please send all pictures to info(a)scanningoceansectors.com -- Regards, Yvonne Miles *Managing Director* *Scanning Ocean Sectors* E: yvonne(a)scanningoceansectors.com W: www.scanningoceansectors.com W: www.marinemammalobservertraining.com W: www.marinemammaljobs.com

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volunteer/ internship opportunity in marine vertebrate monitoring in East Kalimantan, Indonesia, April, May, Oct 2015
by Danielle Kreb 11 Feb '15

11 Feb '15

Dear all, We are looking for motivated volunteers/ students that are willing to engage in the Berau marine vertebrates program, which aims to protect a high diversity of large marine vertebrates including cetaceans, turtles, whale sharks and manta rays in the Marine Park of Derawan Archipelago, East Kalimantan, Indonesia. Besides raising awareness, engaging local communities in sustainable handycraft and ecotourism activities, part of the conservation program includes a long-term monitoring program of marine vertebrates in the area. Surveys are being conducted by the local NGO Yayasan Konservasi RASI (Conservation Foundation for Rare Aquatic Species of Indonesia) under guidance of Dr. Danielle Kreb and Ir. Budiono. The research team involves experienced RASI staff, trained local fishermen as well as local and overseas (student) volunteers. We are looking for motivated volunteers/ students that are willing to engage in the program through a seven or eight-days monitoring survey in the beautiful landscape of the Berau archipelago.We will collect data to determine relative abundance, core area mapping, assessing seasonal species diversity and site fidelity as well as habitat usage of large mafine vertebrates. Through earlier surveys it was found that the highest relative abundance of ceteaceans was within 5km radius of islands or reefs, and therefore we also conduct coral reef monitoring at several locations by snorkling to asses its health. Volunteers will have the opportunity to learn theory and practice of Reefcheck monitoring for the Indo-Pacific taught by a certified ecodiver that will join the survey.There will be an opportunity to do recreational things such as snorkling in the stingless jelly fish lake of Kakaban and snorkling near Manta Rays and/or whale sharks following good practice protocols. Underwater photo-id will be attempted as well of whale sharks.. Dates: 18-28 April; 17-28 Mai; 12-23 October 2015 (spaces available for 4 volunteers for each survey) Day by day schedule, qualifications for volunteers and costs involved can be downloaded from a flyer posted on our website at: http://www.ykrasi.org/coastal.html We are looking forward to your participation! Sampai jumpa, Danielle & Budiono -------------------------- Danielle Kreb (Ph.D.) Member of IUCN/SSC/Cetacean Specialist Group Scientific Program Advisor Yayasan Konservasi RASI Rare Aquatic Species of Indonesia Komplek Pandan Harum Indah (Erlyza) Blok C, No. 52 Samarinda 75124 Kalimantan Timur, Indonesia Tel/ fax: + 62.541.744874 Mobile: 081346489515 http://www.ykrasi.org Facebook group/page: Rare Aquatic Species of Indonesia

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Florida PSO & PAM courses: 23-27 March
by Sam Nichols 11 Feb '15

11 Feb '15

*PSO and PAM courses, 23-27 March 2015 - Florida, USA* *Run by Seiche Training and CSA* *PSO course* Protected Species Observer Training (BOEM & BSEE Compliant) This 2 day interactive course is intended for people who wish to pursue a career in marine mammal observation and mitigation for the offshore seismic industry. The course has been designed to equip the delegates with a thorough background knowledge of all aspects of working offshore. Day 1 (classroom) Introduction to Marine Mammals and Sea Turtles Legislation within the Gulf of Mexico & Global Oceans Introduction to Seismic Surveys Permitting Requirements Role of the PSO Data Collection and Reporting Day 2 (classroom) Clues & Search Methods for Marine Mammals & Sea Turtles Species Identification Testing & Certification *PAM course* Passive Acoustic Monitoring Training 3 days of comprehensive ‘hands-on’ PAM training for delegates with a scientific background in biology and marine sciences who have successfully completed a certified PSO or MMO course. Day 3 (classroom) Sound In Water Marine Mammals Anthropogenic Noise in the Sea Effects of Anthropogenic Noise on Marine Mammals Local Mitigation Guidelines PAM Principles and the Role of the PAM Operator Day 4 (classroom) PAM Hardware & Operations PAM Software PAMGuard Workshop Day 5 (on a vessel) Set up and deployment of PAM systems and visual observer stations Troubleshooting Real-time mitigation and reporting See http://www.seiche.com/topics/96-pso-pam-combined-course for more details, registration and booking. Or contacts.hancock(a)seiche.com.

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