Environmental News
World Ocean Day Is on June 8 — How Are Sailors Helping the Ocean?
On June 8 we celebrate World Ocean Day, and in June's issue of Latitude 38, Tim Henry talks with sailors who are working to improve the state of the ocean. Here's a snippet ...
What Is the State of the Ocean?
In your travels, have you noticed more trash in the water, or has the water been getting cleaner? Have you seen more sealife in recent years, or is it diminishing?
25,000 Barrels of DDT Discovered Between Long Beach and Catalina Island
A recent expedition, led by the Scripps Institution of Oceanography, has completed a mapping of the dumping zone and found over 25,000 barrels leaking DDT and other chemical waste.
Welcome the Pioneering ‘Energy Observer’ Project Under the Golden Gate
'Energy Observer's team is bringing their innovative developments to the doorstep of San Francisco's high-tech hub.
Having a Whale of a Time on a Saturday
A few weeks ago, captain Teddy Strawser and the crew aboard the Catalina 42 MkII Janie Jones were enjoying a Saturday sail on the Bay when they spotted whales. Three gray whales inside of Alcatraz and another just outside the Gate. More »
World Ocean Day Coming June 8 — Who Is Your Hero?
We'd like to join sailors everywhere in supporting ocean health and are now planning coverage in our June magazine, and throughout the month of June in our 'Lectronic Latitude' newsletter.
Maritime Tips for Earth Day
Tomorrow, April 22, will be the 51st Earth Day. With mariners in mind, the California Division of Boating and Waterways sent in these Earth Day tips.
Biden Administration Protects Endangered Pacific Humpback Whales’ Habitat
"Critical habitat protection will help safeguard ocean areas essential for migrating and feeding. The designation will ensure that federally permitted activities do not destroy or harm important whale habitat."
Cleaning Up the Bay with the Help of a Little LADI
"I was struck by how much debris and trash existed right in the Bay and Alameda Estuary, so I began to pull trash from the waterways using just a net."
Tickets on Sale for 18th Annual International Ocean Film Festival
The 18th International Ocean Film Festival (IOFF) is set to roll and ticket sales are now open. This year’s annual Festival will screen a record 80+ films from 17 countries, including 10 premieres and 9 award-winners.
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