New Jersey Sea Grant Among Hosts of Ocean Frontiers II Screening and Panel Discussion in LBI
Please join us on May 19th for a special screening of Ocean Frontiers II at Maris Stella Retreat and Conference Center in Harvey Cedars, N.J., followed by a Q&A with a panel of local and regional experts on ocean stewardship and the Mid-Atlantic’s first-ever regional ocean plan! In a region steeped in old maritime tradition, the film tells the story of a modern wave of big ships, offshore wind energy and a changing climate, and how people are coming together to plan for a healthy ocean off their coast.
When:Thursday, May 19, 2016; Reception: 6:30 p.m.; Film and Discussion: 7:00-8:45 p.m.
Harvey Cedars, NJ 08008-3135
Come learn about the draft Mid-Atlantic Regional Ocean Action Plan – being released for public review in late June – and how we can help sustain the ocean environment, marine livelihoods and coastal cultures in our increasingly busy New Jersey waters.
The interactive panel discussion with local and regional experts includes:
- Liz Semple, Manager, Office of Coastal and Land Use Planning, New Jersey Dept. of Environmental Protection
- Tim Dillingham, Executive Director, American Littoral Society
- Dr. Patrick Hossay, Associate Professor of Sustainability and Coordinator of Sustainability Studies, Stockton University
- Paul Gallagher, Sr., Chief Operating Officer and General Counsel, Fishermen’s Energy
Hosted by:
American Littoral Society, NJ Sea Grant, Environment NJ, Urban Coast Institute, Association of New Jersey Environmental Commissions (ANJEC), Surfrider Foundation – South Jersey Chapter, The Nature Conservancy – New Jersey chapter, Alliance for a Living Ocean and Green Fire Productions.