Documentary - Common Ground: Oregon's Oceans

[Chief]

There is a Documentary playing at the University of Oregon on Tuesday, April 24th at 7pm called "Common Ground: Oregon's Ocean"

 

There is more info here:

 

http://www.oceansonline.org/

 

From their webpage:

 

The ocean off of Oregon’s Coast is one of the richest temperate marine ecosystems in the entire world. Yet along the Pacific Coast we are witnessing the nation’s largest fishery closure unfold – a closure that was put in place because of diminishing groundfish populations. Scientists warn that these groundfish closures are glaring red flags indicating all is not well in our ocean.

 

Green Fire Productions has produced a new documentary, Common Ground: Oregon’s Ocean that examines Oregon’s ocean ecosystems and looks for ways to protect marine biodiversity and enhance fisheries.

 

This 28-minute documentary features extraordinary underwater footage filmed off the Oregon Coast. The film weaves cutting edge marine science with perspectives from those who rely on the ocean for their livelihood.

 

Common Ground is intended to foster dialogue among diverse Oregonians and stimulate actions that will help shape solutions to protecting marine biodiversity. Public screenings are taking place around the state. Check for upcoming screening dates. The screenings are followed by a Q & A session with a panel of marine science experts and ocean stakeholders.

 

I think this will be interesting. They are trying to preserve parts of the Oregon Coast as marine reserves. If this is something I think the club would get behind, I will arrange for a screening in the Salem and Portland areas. There is no admission to this film, and there will be a question and answer period afterward. It think it is worth a look. Anyone is welcome to attend. It starts at 7pm in Lillis 182 on the U of O campus. The Lillis Business Complex is on the corner of Kincaid and E 13 ave.

 

Jay

[180Brandy]

Interesting read. Thanks for sharing!!! Hard to know what the right solution is. Its a fine line. I used to think only take what you need and leave the rest for another day. Not so anymore!