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www.nickzachar.com sanctuaries.noaa.gov/stories Nick Zachar is a multimedia producer and filmmaker currently working for NOAA Office of National Marine Sanctuaries as their Video Producer/Diver. In his current role he has the opportunity to find and share stories about America’s underwater treasures and, more importantly, the people who dedicate their lives to taking care of these special places. Alongside his team, he is currently directing, shooting, and editing virtual reality films that will allow viewers to Explore the Blue without having to get wet. Previously, Nick was a Producer/Editor for National Geographic's Digital Team. Nick's background as a biologist has taken him to the Caribbean, where he traveled with a team to aid efforts in the conservation of a critically endangered species of iguana. During Nick's career he has had the opportunity to repel into crevasses of glaciers, film aerial footage from helicopters, and swim alongside sea turtles and sharks, all in order to "get the shot". Nick specializes in field production and strives to find and share meaningful stories that shed light on environmental and wildlife issues.
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Every year, members of the Chumash community undertake a traditional tomol journey to their homeland in Limuw, now also known as Santa Cruz Island. "Paddling in, there's no other homecoming like that," says paddler Eva Pagaling. Hear the Chumash paddlers' stories in this Story from the Blue – Homecoming: Journey to Limuw.
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Come along and explore with green sea turtles (honu) as they take you around Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary. Learn how Hawaii's volcanic islands were formed, swim with whitetip reef sharks, and watch your new turtle friends kick back and relax at the turtle spa. If you're on a desktop, click and drag to experience Hawaii in 360 degrees, or pair your phone with your virtual reality headset. For the best viewing experience, watch the video in high-definition: click the gear symbol in the lower right corner, then select any of the HD options that pop up when you click "Quality." To experience more 360-degree images of your national marine sanctuaries, visit sanctuaries.noaa.gov/vr.
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Nearly 50 years ago, the U.S. ushered in a new era of ocean conservation by creating the National Marine Sanctuary System. Since then, we’ve grown into a nationwide network of 15 national marine sanctuaries and two marine national monuments that conserve more than 620,000 square miles of spectacular ocean and Great Lakes waters. Your national marine sanctuaries and monuments support coastal communities and drive local economies by providing jobs and opportunities for people to discover, recreate, and form life-long connections with these spectacular places. Sanctuaries connect people and communities through science, education, recreation, and stewardship. We rely on these networks to inspire community-based solutions that help us understand and protect our nation’s most spectacular habitats, marine life, archaeological wonders, and cultural seascapes. As we look toward the future, we fully embrace our responsibility to save these spectacular places and ensure the National Marine Sanctuary System remains a source of pride and enjoyment for all. Help us #SaveSpectacular!
Saba: The Unspoiled Queen is a short documentary showcasing an island nation that should be looked upon by the rest of the world as a model of conservation excellence. The passion that the island’s residents have for their natural world and the lengths they go to protect the resources that support their livelihood is inspiring.
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"Most people look at a cave and they see nothing but darkness. But for me and for my colleagues, we look into the darkness and we see opportunity." Jill Heinerth is one of the world's premiere underwater explorers. She has dived everywhere from the sea caves of @NOAA Channel Islands National Marine Sanctuary to inside iceberg caves. Watch our video to hear Jill's Story from the Blue and to learn what makes underwater caves so special – in Jill's words, "the veins of Mother Earth."
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