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Mid-Atlantic Regional Planning Body Public Webinar

Friday, February 14, 2014
10:00 to 11:00 a.m.

The public is invited to participate in a webinar during which the MidA RPB will provide an overview of the Draft Mid-Atlantic Regional Ocean Planning Framework, describe the upcoming public listening sessions to be held across the region, and offer webinar participants an opportunity to pose questions and offer comments.

The Framework is being developed to facilitate regional coordination among stakeholders regarding ocean uses, including energy development.

View the Draft Mid-Atlantic Regional Ocean Planning Framework

Local Public Listening Sessions

The Water Cycle Poured Onto an Earthly Projection

Follow the journey of water on a spherical screen at a showing of NASA‘s "Water Falls" premiering on January 31.  

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Photo Credit: Virginia Aquarium

1.10.14 - Whale Sightings on Virginia Aquarium Excursion

Winter wildlife boat trips are scheduled through through the middle of March. In addition to bottle nose dolphins and seabirds, whales have been sighted this season. Tickets are $28 for adults and $24 for children 4-11.

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Photo Credit: Les Parks

Virginia Aquarium turtle releases are common. Saint Louis, the turtle pictured here was found suffering from embedded fish hooks and released last Fall. This time of year, turtles commonly strand on local beaches cold stunned. While they may appear to have expired, they are often alive.

If you come across a stranded turtle or accidently hook a turtle, the Aquarium recommends that you call the stranding response team at 757.385.7575.

Southeast Coast Saltwater Paddling Trail

TidewaterCurrent.com | Summer 2013 - The newly delineated paddle trail spans some 800 miles along the Coast of 4 states. The route connects Virginia from the Lynnhaven River near the mouth of the Chesapeake Bay to the Cumberland National Seashore of Georgia and the Florida border.

Resources & Apps for Enjoying Nature in the Bay Watershed

TidewaterCurren.com | Summer 2013. In the Tidewater region there a so many opportunities to get out and enjoy nature. Whether you are planning a trip or simply want to visit your local beach, information and links are provided for water quality and conditions as well a host of recreational opportunities.

Avoiding a Collision Course among Ocean Giants

Tidewater Current | Spring 2013 - Historically considered the giants of the sea, whales are literally dwarfed in size and number by a growing fleet of supersized vessels. No match for fast moving mechanical behemoths, a whale is likely to pay with its life if the two collide. To alleviate the threat posed by collisions, research is being conducted and protective measures afforded by the now 40 year old Marine Mammal Protection Act are being developed and adopted.

Update: Seasonal speed limits to protect endangered right whales that would have expired Dec. 9 are now permanent. More news on whales and marine life.

Meadows Emerge as Growing Landscape Trend: Pollinators in Peril to Benefit

Tidewater Current | Winter 2013 - With the success of landmark landscape projects, like the NYC High Line, place making green design concepts are taking off on a global scale. And, meadow landscapes are moving into the mainstream.