SUSTAINABILITY
Co-existing with the ocean and its many resources means being very cognizant of how we interact with ecosystems everywhere. Figuring out a sustainable level of fishing, tourism, and other ocean based interactions is crucial for the continuation of ocean and human well-being.
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Sustainability Goals
Reflect: Do I interact with the ocean and its resources sustainably? Where can I find more information and learn to be a sustainably-minded ocean citizen?
Head to OceanWise’s website and take a look at what type of sustainably fished seafood you have access to near you.
Salish Sea Snippet
Click the image to learn more about today’s theme and meet some local ocean people with Brett Soberg from Eagle Wing Tours.
Activities to Try
Parental Involvement Level Guide for Kids Category:
LOW
Children and youth can grab a device and join us on their own.
MED
Parents will need to help with this activity from time to time for things like printing, cutting, or downloading.
HIGH
This is a family activity that suggests going out of the house together or working with more complicated materials.
Best for: Kids (up to 10 years)
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Video + Activity: How does Trash get into our Ocean from Royal BC Museum and Sea Smart
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Craft: Make a Whale Garland from Parks Canada
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Best for: Young Teens
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Video: Tagging Spawning Salmon for Research from Fisheries and Oceans Canada
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Video: BMSC LIVE: Oceanography! from Bamfield Marine Science Centre
Best for: Teens & Adults
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Reference: Sustainable Seafood from OceanWise
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Video: Slow Fish: Know Your Fisherman from Slow Food in Canada
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Poster: Rockfish Conservation Infographic from Galiano Conservancy
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Maps & Facts: How Can I Help Conserve Rockfish? from Galiano Conservancy
Best for: The Whole Family
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Video: Sea Lion Anchovy Dance from Bob Turner
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Video: Oceans Week Outside from Royal BC Museum