Oregon

3rd Annual Cape Perpetua Land-Sea Symposium Nov. 20th

Written by Charlie Plybon | Nov 9, 2015 6:47:12 PM

Join us for the 3rd Annual Cape Perpetua Land-Sea Symposium, November 20th in Yachats, Oregon at the Commons, doors at 5pm, keynote begins at 5:30. A free event for all, RSVP now! This year's event will kick off with an update on the Ocean Science Trust from Senator Roblan and Representative Gomberg and follow with our keynote speaker Laurie Weitkamp who will be presenting on "The Blob vs. El Nino". Full program, participating organizations and student posters, read on.

The Cape Perpetua Land/Sea Symposium is a community event aimed at promoting local stewardship efforts and raising awareness about current research being conducted within the Cape Perpetua nearshore and adjacent watersheds. Be sure and register for this free event, limited seating and great food and beverages available to participants from our awesome sponsors - Mandala Catering, Ninkasi Brewing, Drift Inn and many more!

Event Goals:
-  Raise awareness of historical and current conservation, research and stewardship of Cape Perpetua region.
-  Foster and promote a sense of place and stewardship within the community for the Cape Perpetua region.
-  Promote volunteer opportunities and local organizing to support long-term management and conservation for the Cape Perpetua marine reserve.
-  Create opportunities for people to collaborate on conservation activities within the Cape Perpetua region, especially those focused on the Cape Perpetua marine reserve.

Program and Agenda:

5:00-5:30 pm

Doors Open – Social, Poster and Tabling

Appetizers, beverages, mingle and visit tables and posters

5:30pm – 5:35pm

Welcome and Introduction

What makes this place special, why we are here, and what we hope to accomplish tonight

5:35pm – 5:50 pm

 

Needs and Opportunities for Science in Oregon’s Ocean

Senator Arnie Roblan & Representative David Gomberg

Framing the needs and opportunities for science, research and collaboration in Oregon's ocean, the Senator and Rpresentative will provide an update on establishment and progress on the Ocean Science Trust.

5:55pm – 6:30pm

 

Keynote: The Blob vs. El Nino - Impacts and Research of Warm Ocean Events

Laurie Weitkamp, PhD – NOAA Research Fisheries Biologist

Since the warm “blob” first appeared in late 2013, the NE Pacific Ocean and adjacent terrestrial environments have been unusually warm. In spring 2015, an El Niño began to develop at the equator, which will reach full strength during winter 2015/2016 and likely be one of the largest on record. Dr. Weitkamp will provide a review of these two events and describe some of the biological impacts they're having in local waters and across the North Pacific.

6:30pm – 6:45pm

 Break

 

 

6:45pm – 7:00pm

 

 

 

Larval Fish Connectivity and Research in Oregon’s Marine Reserves

Scott Heppell, PhD – Oregon State University Fisheries Biologist

In the first few days of life, many larval fishes disperse as if they were dandelion seeds in the wind, swept by the sea far away from where they were born. However, the ocean isn’t one big open system, and larval fish aren’t entirely at the whim of ocean currents. Dr. Heppell will highlight potential larval dispersal paths from Oregon’s new marine reserves. Initial results indicate that dispersal distances may be quite short, which may aid in design and placement of future spatial management areas.

7:05pm – 7:20pm

 

Tribal Historical and Cultural Uses of Cape Perpetua

Jesse Beers – Confederated Tribes of Coos, Lower Umpqua and Siuslaw Cultural Director

Cape Perpetua’s ecological and cultural significance was recognized well before western society’s federal and state management protections and planning within the forests and nearshore ocean environment. Jesse will provide a historical tribal perspective of this special place, highlighting cultural uses, tools and stewardship of the Cape Perpetua landscape.

7:25pm – 7:40pm

 

The Voice of Research: Sculpting the Role of Science Communication through Marine Reserves

Kelsey Adkisson Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife (ODFW) Marine Reserve Program

Scientific information plays an integral role in marine conservation, management and policy in our state waters. But, why does understanding science sometimes feel like reading an obscure foreign language? The Oregon Department of Fish & Wildlife Marine Reserves Program is delving into science communication in a new and innovative ways. Kelsey will highlight some of these new communication approaches, lessons learned, and how the Marine Reserves Program is changing the voice of science.

7:45pm – 8:00pm

Panel Discussion: Q & A

All presenters

8:00pm – 8:30pm

SOCIAL MIXER

Refreshments will be served as attendees have an opportunity to visit themed tables and explore volunteer opportunities in research, recreation/fishing, citizen science, and education and outreach in the Cape Perpetua marine reserve.

8:30pm

ADJOURN

 

Student and Organizational Poster Presenters and Tables

Audubon Society of Portland: Seabird Monitoring at Cape Perpetua Marine Reserve/MPA
Siuslaw Chapter of Surfrider Foundation: Citizen Science & Stewardship at Cape Perpetual
American Cetacean Society: Bringing the "Whale Trail" to Oregon
Oregon Shores & Coastwatch: Citizen Science in Cape Perpetua
Sea Lion Caves: Cape Perpetua’s Stellar Sea Lions
Native Fish Society: River Steward Program
Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife Oregon's Marine ReserveProgram
Oregon State University: Student Ian Throckmorton - Education and Curriculum-based Tours at Cape Perpetua
Oregon Marine Reserves Partnership: Awareness and Engagement of Oregon’s Marine Reserves
Oregon State University: Student Alexandra Avila - Larval Fish Connectivity
US Forest Service: Cape Perpetua Visitor Center Docent Program
Crestview Heights Elementary School: Ingrid Olson, 1-2 Grade
Student artwork highlighting the land-sea connection at Cape Perpetua
Oregon Coast Aquarium: Oceanscape Network
Portland State University: Student Sabra Comet - Incorporating Tribal Uses into Oregon Marine Reserve/MPA Management