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World Oceans Day: Game Changers
In honour of celebrating World Ocean’s Day (8 June), and this year being designated as the International Year of the Reef, I would like to take this opportunity to recognise some amazing people who are making waves in Ocean Conservation. These incredible souls are my personal heroes and legends in their own right. They are ocean conservationists who are indeed game changers. They are...
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Parley For The Oceans: The Tide of Change
The majesty of the ocean is astounding. The ocean is perhaps the most important ecosystem on the planet. Home to thousands of marine species, and coral reefs. Consider the words of Captain Paul Watson, “If the oceans die, we die.” Or, Dr. Sylvia Earle, “No blue, no green.” Both sentiments resonate with the logic that the ocean is the very heart of our planet....
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Protecting the Sharks of the Cayman Islands
Sharks play an integral role in protecting the balance of coral reef ecosystems and the marine environment. Since April 2015, the National Conservation Law provides protection for sharks and rays in the Cayman Islands. Provisions under the National Conservation Law effectively make Cayman Waters a sharks and rays sanctuary. All shark species are protected in the entire Cayman Waters including, coastal and offshore. This...
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Sea of Life: We Have The Power To Restore Balance
It is a huge honor to share with you our feature on Sea of Life documentary, a film debut by Julia Barnes. Her documentary has won prestiges awards from International Film Festivals including: Winner Award of Merit Impact Doc Awards, Winner of Emerging Filmmakers Ontario 150 Film Challenge Water Docs, and the Cayman Islands very own Cayfilm. Filmmaker Julia Barnes spent over 3 years...
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Ocean Guard: Protecting an Underwater Paradise
People protect what they love, it is that simple. Many of us share an incredible love and respect for our oceans, coral reefs and marine life. “Coral reefs are the largest living structure on the planet, and the only living structure to be visible from space” (IYOR). Coral reefs have been in existence and evolved on earth over the past 200 to 300 million...
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The Brooklyn Pizza & Pasta: Urban Dining
As a bit of a foodie, I love finding great restaurants. One of my favourite places to eat at is The Brooklyn Pizza & Pasta, located at Camana Bay. It is the ultimate urban dining experience in the Cayman Islands. I love pizza just as much as anyone. They have an incredible selection of various pizza options. As someone with food allergies (gluten, dairy...
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Local Artist Kaitlyn Elphinstone: Highlighting the Fragility of our Oceans
Local artist and environmentalist Kaitlyn Elphinstone is using her art as a platform to raise ocean awareness and start a discussion about environmental issues. Some of the important environmental topics Kaitlyn’s artwork touches on are: the importance of coral, the disappearance of our coastlines, and plastic waste polluting our oceans. Her unique artistic style is a beautiful merge between a range of mediums and...
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Ellen Cuylaerts: A Legend in the making
Today, marks International Women’s Day. A day to celebrate the accomplishments of women and to empower others. On Women’s Day I think it is important that we take time to support one another and acknowledge those who each day are doing their part to make a positive impact in the world, support those who are lifting others up, support those who are working hard...
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Love The Ocean: Ambassador for Sage Larock
I am excited to announce, I am proud to be an ambassador for Sage Larock. It was an absolute honor to be asked to join Sage Larock in their mission to help create ocean awareness through sustainable fashion. Growing up surrounded by the ocean has instilled in me a great love and respect for our oceans. I am proud to use my voice to...
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SAMUDRA Skin & Sea: Wild about Seaweed & the Ocean
“Samudra means ‘ocean’ in Sanskrit” All roads lead to the ocean; as the name suggests the ocean is the driving force behind Samudra Skin & Sea, their mission, vision and advocacy. Founder Shilpi Chhotray has an extensive background in marine biology, conservation and ocean advocacy. Her love for the ocean and dedication to the betterment of the environment is rooted in her eco-friendly skincare...
