Spring 2013

member magazine of the aquarium of the pacific

OceanExploration Focus on Sustainability

Aquatic Academy: Are We Facing an Environmental Cliff?

he Aquarium of the Pacific hosted three sessions of After presentations by speakers and discussion, Aquatic Academy its Aquatic Academy in February 2013. Experts in the fields of participants compiled the plan below. It sets forth a strong consensus T climate science, oceanography, conservation, policy, and view of the most effective and important actions to decarbonize ecology shared their knowledge and experience with attend- society and reduce the impacts of climate change. ees. This faculty made assessments of whether or not we are facing an environmental cliff and made recommendations for averting such a cliff.

Action Plan to avoid the environmental cliff

1. Launch a broad public education campaign 6. Develop an ecologically responsible food targeting people of all ages. system that promotes health. This campaign should be formulated for use by schools, Shift to locally grown foods and sustainable agri- the media, informal education institutions, and other culture and aquaculture practices. Promote healthy venues. The content of the campaign should be tailored diets that reduce consumption of red meat. to various audiences and regions, making it relevant and 7. Redesign cities with an emphasis on personal. It should also communicate the urgency of addressing climate change. A critical element in an ef- sustainability and energy efficiency. fective global educational campaign is to provide greater Implement sustainable urban planning that incorpo- educational and economic opportunities for women. This rates high-density commercial and residential districts, is the most effective way to stabilize population growth. public transit, bike paths, urban gardening, green spaces, and low-water-use landscaping. Make it pos- 2. Shift the present U.S‌. energy mix toward sible for people to live close to where they work. zero-carbon-emissions energy sources. 8. Promote national and international Starting immediately, alternative and renewable energy sources should be incorporated into the mix nationwide. cooperation to address climate change. Different locations will have different energy-source op- The United States should become a positive role tions, but they include hydrothermal, solar, wind, natural model for reducing carbon emissions. It should co- gas, and nuclear energy. Construction of conventional operate with other nations to set targets and achieve coal-fired power plants should cease. Specific financial reductions in carbon emissions worldwide. incentives should be used to encourage the shift. 9. Increase funding for research and 3. Conserve resources. development, and encourage exploration Individuals, communities, institutions, commercial enterprises, and evaluation of bold initiatives. governments, and the nation as a whole should conserve energy, Promote development of sustainable renewable energy materials, and the energy needed to produce them and to pro- sources to make them more efficient and more economi- cess resulting wastes by reducing consumption, enhancing reuse cal. Increase funding for research on carbon capture and and recycling, and developing new technologies for processing. storage technologies. Foster a community of innovative ideas for curbing and adapting to climate change, but 4. Overhaul the nation’s insist on caution in how new ideas are implemented. transportation system. Increase public transportation and make private trans- 10. Get personally active by becoming an advo- portation more energy efficient. Improve gas mileage by cate for avoiding the environmental cliff. decreasing the weight of vehicles, increasing gas engine Support elected and appointed officials and organizations efficiency, and increasing the use of hybrid and electric in their efforts to mitigate and adapt to climate change. vehicles. Promote walking, bicycling, and telecommuting. Use print and social media as platforms to spread the word about environmental issues. Build social networks 5. Develop and implement new standards for dedicated to integrating and adapting to climate change. commercial and residential buildings. Become a well-informed advocate for sustainable change. New and existing buildings should be subject to ambi- tious requirements for energy efficiency. Provide tax incentives for owners of older buildings to retrofit their buildings to make them more energy efficient. Promote innovative and sustainable design for new construction.

2 | Pacific Currents | Spring 2013 Table of Contents

In this Issue Letter from the CEO 2 Focus on Sustainability | Dear Members, 2 Participants in a recent Aquatic Academy session drafted a ten-point action plan for decarbonizing society and reducing the nniversaries are always a impacts of climate change. good time to look back to see where A you have been and to look forward to see where you are headed. Our 4 Animal Updates | Learn about Aquarium opened in June 1998. This June we deep-sea animals and read about Charlie will celebrate our fifteenth anniversary. The the sea otter’s return from a two-year Aquarium of the Pacific has had a rapid evolution into one of 4 study on marine mammal hearing. the world’s leading aquariums and one of the most distinctive. The sense of excitement and commitment of the founding board, president, and staff continues to be strong. Our fifteenth anniversary theme is ocean exploration. It will 6 Ocean Exploration | Dive into be the focus of our changing exhibit, of new films in the Ocean the mysteries of our vast, unexplored Theater and in the Great Hall, of our lecture series, and of ocean. Preview the Aquarium’s summer much of our educational programming. Ralph Waldo Emerson 6 programming and new exhibit, Wonders once said: “Don’t go where the path may lead; go instead of the Deep. where there is no path and leave a trail.” This statement captures the essence of the Aquarium’s guiding philosophy. Throughout the Aquarium's brief history, every department of this institution has gone where there is no path and has left | Some 27 Conservation Corner a trail, one that many other institutions have followed. Much of the most renowned ocean explorers of our success has been through collaborations, not only with discuss the importance of exploration other aquariums, but also with government agencies, research and the possibilities for discovery. 27 scholars, artists of all kinds, and with our community. Over the past decade our attendance has increased by more than 20 percent, the diversity of our audience has been en- 3 Letter from the CEO 20 Kids Corner riched, and we have added a number of new facilities, programs, 10 Aquarium Programs & Events 24 Fundraising and exhibits—both temporary and permanent. We did all of this while significantly reducing our environmental footprint. 18 Governor’s Award 25 Aquarium Accolades This spring we will open our two new gift stores. The ex- 19 Urban Ocean Programs 26 Pacific Collections Expansion panded main retail store with its dramatic kelp windows marks the first stage in the major expansion of the Aquarium. The generosity of the City, our Board, and a number of foundations and corporations has provided a good base for the campaign needed to raise the necessary funds. The expanded facility will Pacific Currents is published for members of the Phone Numbers (562 area code) combine the best of aquariums and live animal exhibits with Aquarium of the Pacific. Please send your comments General Information...... 590-3100 to our editorial staff at [email protected]. the best of immersive media to tell powerful stories about FAX...... 951-1629 these animals, about the relationship of humans with Earth, Our Mission | To instill a sense of wonder, Membership...... 437-FISH (3474) and about the trails we can blaze to ensure this relationship respect, and stewardship for the Pacific Ocean, its Development...... 951-1605 inhabitants, and ecosystems. is sustainable. Pacific Circle...... 951-1664 The Aquarium has had a glorious past. The future is even Our Vision | To create an aquarium dedicated to Lost & Found...... 951-1733 more exciting, and I thank each of you for your past support conserving and building natural capital (nature and Private Event Info...... 951-1663 and look forward to working with you as we go forward. nature's services) by building social capital (the Education Programs...... 951-1630 interactions between and among peoples). Gift Store...... 951-1SEA (1732) Thank you for your ongoing support. Pacific Currents Staff | Editor/Writer: Claire Advanced Ticket Sales....590-3100, ext. 0 (Note: $2 service charge per ticket, up to $10.) Atkinson | Copy Editor: Cecile Fisher | Designer: Sincerely, Andrew Reitsma | Contributors: Heather George, Group Reservations...... 590-3100 Stacey Koupal, Holly Piper aquarium Hours | Open daily from 9:00 a.m.– 6:00 p.m. except Dec. 25 and during the Grand Prix Jerry R. Schubel of Long Beach Membership Office Hours 8:00 a.m.–5:30 p.m. daily

The Aquarium of the Pacific is a non-profit 501(c)3 institution. To provide exciting and innovative exhibits and educational programs, we rely heavily on the generous donations of individuals, foundations, and corporations. Aquarium Founding Sponsor spring 2013 | Pacific Currents | 3 Animal Updates Robin Riggs Robin Riggs Robin Gidget the Sea Charlie the Sea Otter Moves to Otter Returns Monterey

n January Gidget the southern sea otter n April Charlie the southern sea otter returned to was transported to Monterey, California. Gidget the Aquarium after a two-year stay at the Long Marine Lab in will be trained as a potential surrogate mother for Santa Cruz, California, where he participated in a study of sea I I During his absence, another male sea otter, Odin, orphaned sea otter pups at Monterey Bay otter hearing. Aquarium’s Sea Otter Research and Conservation program lived at the Aquarium. Odin was the original subject for the Long Marine (SORAC). In the meantime, she will be on exhibit in Lab study, but was determined to be a less-desirable candidate because Monterey with that aquarium's other resident female sea he appeared to have some hearing loss. otters, and she will serve as a companion to SORAC’s rescued Principal Investigator Dr. Colleen Reichmuth and Laboratory Research otters. She was identified as the most appropriate candidate Coordinator Asila Ghoul conducted the study, which was the first of its for this role from all of the female southern sea otters in kind in investigating sea otter hearing. Its goal was to establish a baseline aquariums in the United States. She lived at the Aquarium of for capability across their hearing range. Gathering this data is important, the Pacific for just over four years. the researchers say, because it can inform decisions made by government Gidget was rescued by wildlife officials when she was agencies regarding the impact of human activity on marine environments. estimated to be between ten and twelve weeks old. She was Human activity that produces noise that may impact sea otters includes found separated from her mother on a beach near Cayucos, coastal construction, oil and gas production, military and harbor opera- California. When she arrived at the Aquarium in October tions, dredging, and transportation, both commercial and recreational. 2008, Gidget required around-the-clock care. She weighed Charlie was selected as a good candidate for this study, in part, only six pounds. Because she was so small, she was bottle- because of the behavioral training he had received at the Aquarium. and hand-fed. She ate every three to four hours and had to be “The animals have to be really very well-trained and cooperative part- hand-groomed after each feeding. ners in the research,” Reichmuth explained. “Just what we’re learning Gidget gained notoriety on the Aquarium’s website as from Charlie is going to make a really significant contribution to what “The Furball,” a name bestowed upon her by husbandry we know about the entire species. Charlie is going to be an important volunteer and blogger Hugh Ryono, who helped raise the representative for the entire [sea otter] population.” otter when she first arrived. Gidget was originally named Reichmuth and Ghoul tested Charlie’s hearing both above and below Maggie when she came to the Aquarium. Later, another otter water. To participate, Charlie learned to enter a specialized acoustic test- named Maggie joined the Aquarium’s collection. Because this ing environment, listen for sound signals, and respond to the research- otter was older and more accustomed to her name, Gidget ers, notifying them whether or not he had heard the sound by touching was renamed. his nose to a target or remaining still. Reichmuth and Ghoul will present a lecture at the Aquarium on June 25 to share details of the study’s findings and stories of Charlie’s experi- The Aquarium is slated to receive another young ences during the research (see page 12 for more information). As a standard procedure, Charlie will be quarantined for one month female otter to take Gidget’s place. before being reintroduced to the public exhibit and the Aquarium’s other sea otters. Husbandry staff members estimate that Charlie will be back on public exhibit before the end of May.

4 | Pacific Currents | Spring 2013 other deep-seaanimals. carcasses ofwhalesattheseafloorwillincludehagfish, crabs, and exhibit openingonMay 24. Adisplay featuring animalsthatfeed on been recorded reaching five gallons from asinglehagfish. nism whenthey are attacked by predators. The volume ofslimehas Ocean nearAustralia andNew Zealand. with thebroadbilled speciesoccurring hagfish inthe Western Pacific vertebrates. They live bottoms ofthecontinental onthesoft slope, vertebrae, sothey are nottruly skull, cartilaginous butno partial eyespots, andnojaw. They have a eel-like bodies,simplelight-sensing up to 32incheslong. They have depths ofupto 3,600 feet andgrow Eptatretus stoutii Ha T inside out.They alsohuntfor worms andsmallfish,but Look for the Aquarium’s inthenew hagfish Wonders oftheDeep canproduceHagfish large quantitiesofslimeasadefense mecha- Hagfish feed on injured animalsordead carcasses at their slow metabolism allows themto gofor months the seafloor, sometimes consuming themfrom the agfish arealiens. Hagfish found at may conjure upimages of unusu he ha ish gfish gfish isan al nim that at atimewithouteating.

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Doug Perrine/SeaPics.com na Chambered exhibit describingvertical migration. Wonders of theDeep.Look for theminthecylindrical tankinan Aquarium willhave several chambered nautiluses onexhibit in years ago, predating theexistence ofdinosaursThe onEarth. more thansixteen years. nautiluses reach upto 10inchesindiameter andcanlive for into itsshell,closingtheopeningwith aleatheryhood.Adult movement. The nautiluscancompletely withdraw itsbody in andexpels water to control forward, backward, andsideways its buoyancy andtravel upanddown thewater column. Itsucks animal grows, itaddscompartments,whichusesto regulate migration cancover feet. upto 1,200 crabs, andfishes. This vertical search offood, includingshrimp, to shallower water atnightin Pacific duringtheday andmigrates to theseafloorintropical fish. It inhabitsocean waters close Nautilus pompilius The eyes ofanautilusare poorlydeveloped compared T to thecomplex ones ofmostothercephalopods. The Nautiluses are present in thefossil record 500million The nautilus'shellisdividedinto compartments.Asthe simple, pinholeeyes lacklensesandprobably form octopuses, andcuttle- is arelative ofsquid, na he chambered utilus utilus utilus, blurry imagesatbest. a cephalopod, a spring 2013 | Pacific Animal Updates Currents

| 5 OceanDive into the mysteries of our vast, unexplored ocean.Exploration

The world’s vast ocean is Earth’s final frontier for exploration. While significant ocean discoveries have been made over the last two centuries, experts estimate that as much as 95 percent of the volume of the World Ocean and 99 percent of its seafloor remain unexplored.

The potential for uncovering new life forms, resources, and scientific knowledge is great. Government agencies like the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), nonprofit institutions like the National Geographic Society, and scientists, researchers, and filmmakers working independently have brought exploration into the national consciousness. The hope is to inspire future generations to learn more about the ocean.

selected important events in the history of Ocean Exploration 1807: The United States 1868: Charles Wyville 1872-1876: Challenger 1914: Reginald Fessenden 1917-1919: World War I government formally began Thomson discovered sea Expedition circumnavi- sailed on the U.S. Coast accelerated oceanic acous- ocean exploration when life at 14,400 feet below gated the globe in the first Guard Cutter Miami. He tic research as both the President Thomas Jefferson the surface of the ocean, great oceanographic used a Fessenden oscillator U.S. Navy and the Army authorized the Survey of overturning previously held expedition. Research was to reflect a signal off an Coast Artillery developed the Coast, NOAA’s earliest theories that the sea was conducted on salinity, iceberg and simultaneously research programs to predecessor. lifeless below 1,800 feet. density, and temperature of reflect an acoustic signal devise means to detect 1849: Coast Survey sea water as well as ocean off the sea bottom. This enemy submarines. soundings in support of currents, sediment, and test marked the beginning 1934: William Beebe was Gulf Stream investigations metrology. Hundreds of new of the acoustic exploration lowered to 3,028 feet in resulted in the discovery of species were discovered of the sea. a tethered bathysphere, the continental shelf break and underwater mountain pioneering manned explo- and the continental slope. chains documented. ration of the ocean with his Modern oceanography was partner, Otis Barton. based on this research. Ocean Exploration Final Frontier The World Ocean covers nearly three- oil and gas, an unlimited supply of renewable quarters of the Earth’s surface and contains energy in the form of waves and currents, more than 97 percent of the planet’s water. and space for offshore wind farms, among It averages about two-and-a-half miles deep other possibilities. with a maximum depth of nearly seven miles More than 98 percent of the World Ocean at the Mariana Trench. Located in the Pacific by volume is in total darkness and within a Ocean east of the Mariana Islands near few degrees of freezing all of the time. Life in Japan, the Mariana Trench is the deepest the ocean depends ultimately on a thin, sunlit part of the ocean and the deepest place on surface layer where plants can photosynthe- Earth. Only three explorers have made this size. The exception is the ecosystem found seven-mile journey, while in comparison first in 1977 at a hydrothermal vent on the these tools are research ships, satellites, more than a dozen people have walked on East Pacific Rise and subsequently found in smart buoys, gliders, and floats that move the moon, 240,000 miles away. The ocean is a number of other tectonically active areas with the currents. Data can even be collected home to Earth’s highest and longest moun- of the seafloor. Chemical reactions in the by tracking devices and cameras attached to tain range, the largest and flattest plains, hot fluids that flow from the Earth’s mantle marine animals like whales and sea turtles. canyons larger than the Grand Canyon, more up through these vents are the source of The data collected by these platforms and than half of Earth’s volcanoes, and a series of energy supporting diverse organisms. Until sensors provide the raw materials for learning deep trenches. this discovery by ocean explorers, scientists about ocean properties, processes, and Humans rely on the ocean for many believed that photosynthesis was the only phenomena, as well as that of marine life. We resources. In addition to providing more than source of energy for all life on the planet. can then translate the data into information, half of the oxygen we breathe, helping to Ocean explorers use the latest science then knowledge, and finally into action to regulate the Earth’s temperature, and absorb- and technology to explore, observe, and help protect natural resources. ing carbon, the ocean is a major repository of document the biological, chemical, physical, Earth’s biodiversity and provides a bountiful geological, and archeological aspects of the supply of seafood. The ocean also contains ocean. New technologies and sensors in use vast stores of biologically active compounds today allow humans to explore the ocean and that can be synthesized into drugs to benefit gather measurements and other data that tell humans. It also offers significant amounts of us more about Earth and the ocean. Among

1954: The French research 1955: The Coast and 1960: Don Walsh and 1964: The Deep 1977: Hydrothermal vents submersible FNRS-3 Geodetic Survey Ship Jacques Piccard in the Submergence Vehicle Alvin were discovered, along descends to 13,257 feet off Pioneer tows the first bathyscaphe Trieste dived was constructed by the with an ecosystem that the coast of West Africa, pi- marine magnetometer and to what was believed to be Woods Hole Oceanographic survives without the energy loted by Georges Houot and discovers magnetic striping the deepest point in the Institute. Alvin was the first of the sun, by a team led by Pierre Willm, inaugurating on the seafloor off the West Mariana Trench, recording U.S.-based deep-diving Robert Ballard. use of manned, untethered, Coast of the United States. a depth of 35,800 feet. submersible and has now research submersibles. This survey provided a key Exploring the same area made over 4,400 descents element to the Theory of in 1998, an unmanned that have led to numerous Plate Tectonics. Japanese research vessel ocean floor discoveries. measured a depth of 35,886 1970: Sylvia Earle led the feet. first team of women aqua- nauts during the Tektite Project and set a record for solo diving to a depth of 3,000 feet. Wonders of the Deep As part of the Aquarium’s programming on animals and models and images to stand in for In an exhibit displaying chambered nauti- Ocean Exploration, the Wonders of the Deep those animals that cannot be displayed. luses, visitors will learn how these animals and exhibit will open to the public in the Aquarium’s The exhibit will include a recreation of a other residents of the deep sea make daily ver- changing exhibit space on May 24. Upon hydrothermal vent, where life forms thrive in tical migrations from the depths of the ocean entering the gallery, visitors will experience the intense heat and dynamic environment to the surface in order to feed and reproduce. the darkness of the deep ocean, punctuated by of this undersea ecosystem. Video imagery Visitors will also learn about bioluminescence, the brilliant and unusual beauty of the marine projected behind the display will show footage a phenomenon manifested in about 95 percent life found beyond the reach of sunlight. Images of a real hydrothermal vent, allowing visitors of deep-sea animals, at an exhibit featuring of submersibles and sea creatures projected to see what these tectonically active habitats flashlight fish. Gelatinous animals like sea jellies on the walls, along with sounds, lighting, and look like in the deep ocean. Visitors will also see also populate the deep sea. The Wonders of the interactive computer displays, will immerse a life-sized model of a whale fall—the island of Deep gallery will include a jelly touch lab, where visitors in the undersea world. life that survives for decades on the decaying visitors will be able to touch moon jellies and Wonders of the Deep is one of the first carcass of a dead whale once it sinks to the learn more about gelatinous animals. exhibits at an aquarium in the United States seafloor. Hagfish, deep-sea crabs, urchins, to recreate these deep-sea habitats. Animals brittle stars, and other scavengers will be from this environment survive in extremes exhibited with a model of 9-foot-long pygmy of temperature and pressure. For this reason, sperm whale. most of them cannot be displayed in aquariums. Wonders of the Deep will include both live

Ocean Exploration Timeline 1982: A major El Niño La Niña events, a major 1985: A team led by 1995: Declassification 2010: The first ever event led to the installa- step in understanding the Robert Ballard discovered of GEOSAT radar altimetry Census of Marine Life tion of a Pacific equatorial coupling of the ocean and the Titanic, the most famous data from a U.S. Navy Earth culminated, cataloging the oceanographic buoy array atmosphere system. shipwreck in modern observation satellite led to diversity, abundance, and by NOAA's Pacific Marine history. worldwide mapping of the distribution of marine spe- Environmental Laboratory. seafloor. cies in an online database. Observations from this array have since predicted the onset of El Niño and Source: oceanexplorer.noaa.gov and education.nationalgeographic.com

8 | Pacific Currents | Spring 2013 Aquarium-Wide Ocean Exploration Programs When the Aquarium’s Ocean Exploration programming kicks off, the Aquarium’s Ocean Science Center, Great Hall, and Ocean Theater will feature films that showcase deep sea animals, recently discovered animals, and the history of ocean exploration. Ocean Explorer In the Great Hall, a two-story column erected near the Aquarium entrance will display Lecture Series the layers of the ocean from the surface to the Several of the most noteworthy ocean deepest depths, demonstrating the amount of explorers will be giving presentations at the sunlight as well as changes in temperature and Aquarium beginning this summer as part of pressure at various depths. the Ocean Exploration programming. Visit Explorers Day At the Ocean Exploration Hub, guests will aquariumofpacific.org/events for more details. have the chance to see live video feeds from On Sunday, July 21, the Aquarium will host Sylvia Earle...... June 18 the deep ocean, as the Aquarium becomes a special day where guests will have the Don Walsh...... July 9 an official satellite Ocean Command Center opportunity to meet and hear from modern day Dawn wright...... July 16 of the Inner Space Center. NOAA's exploration explorers, including Don Walsh and Sylvia Earle, Jesus Rivas...... July 25 vessel Okeanos Explorer and the Sea Research see demonstrations of ROV under water tech- Larry Mayer...... August 8 Foundation's exploration vessel Nautilus will nology, watch live feeds from three deep sea Bruce Robison...... August 13 deliver live video transmissions as they explore exploration vessels, visit booths by NOAA, NASA, edith widder...... August 27 deep waters around the world to a flatscreen and other agencies and organizations engaged Michael Latz...... September 11 array in the Aquarium’s Tropical Pacific gallery. in ocean exploration, as well as children’s activi- Shirley Pomponi...... September 24 Aquarium visitors will be able to interact with ties. On Saturday, July 20, the Aquarium will john delaney...... October 3 ocean scientists and explorers live periodically host a national forum of explorers and scientists Robert Ballard...... October 16 throughout the day. A mural depicting the to discuss the future of ocean exploration that Larry Madin...... November 12 United States’ exclusive economic zone, the will be broadcast live on the web. jesse Ausubel...... December 5 largest in the world, will be installed on the wall opposite the Tropical Reef Habitat. A nearby video monitor will display three-dimensional images of the seafloor. Visitors will also learn about scientific Summer Sponsor: Charter discoveries being made by the Aquarium’s own staff members. Information about research conducted by Curator Sandy Trautwein will be The Oceanauts: posted in the Tropical Gallery near the coral Living the Dream exhibits. Trautwein received a Ph.D. from the University of California, Los Angeles, for her of the Sea research on crabs. She has even discovered and Mixed-media portraits of contempo- named new crab species. rary ocean explorers, including Jacques Finally, Aquarium visitors will be able to em- Cousteau, Sylvia Earle, and Robert bark on a mission of discovery using a new app Ballard, will hang in the Great Hall. This for both iPhone and Android smartphones. The exhibit by artist Zofia Kostyrko is called app uses augmented reality to bring exhibits to The Oceanauts: Living the Dream of life as visitors tour the Aquarium. the Sea.

Glossary Bathymetry: the Fathom: a unit of depth Remotely Seamount: an eleva- Trench: a long, narrow, study of underwater depth measurement; one fathom is operated vehicle tion rising 500 fathoms or deep depression of the sea of lake or ocean floors equivalent to six feet (ROV): these highly 1,000 meters or more from floor, with relatively steep Continental maneuverable robots help the seafloor with a small sides shelf: a zone adjacent explorers access the deep summit to a continent and extend- ocean from vessels at the Sounding: a measure- ing from the low water surface—most are equipped ment of the depth of a given line to usually a marked with a camera and lights point in a body of water drop-off. Aquarium Programs and Events

The Aquarium of the Pacific offers programs and events for all ages and interests. With exclusive events for our members, cultural festivals, a guest speaker series, and educational classes for families and children, there is something for everyone. Great AQuarium Activities! member events member events member events

Please join us for one of these select events just for Member Harbor Cruise Senior Member Afternoon our members and their guests. FrI., July 26 | 11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. & 12:30 –1:30 p.m. Tuesday, September 17 | 2:00 p.m.–3:00 p.m. Aquarium members are invited to tour the Senior members will get the inside scoop on Member Discovery Night Long Beach and Los Angeles Harbors on how aquarists spend their days caring for Wed., May 15 & Tues., July 9 | 6:30 p.m.–9:30 p.m. board a forty-five-minute narrated cruise fish and invertebrates at the Aquarium. Learn This members-only event will include crafts for around one of the most active ports in the about daily feeding and care for our animals, kids, and adults will enjoy The Wonderful World world. See the downtown shoreline, ocean how new sea life is acquired, the quarantine of Penguins, a free film in the Ocean Theater. vistas, ships from around the world, and even process, and more. The evening will also feature special visits from sea lions. Cost animals like Lola the Sulfur-Crested Cockatoo. | Free for senior members. Member guests Cost receive 20% off regular admission. Drinks will be available for purchase from the | $10/adult member (12+); $5/member child (3-11). Reservations are required as space is Reservations are required as space is limited. cash bar. limited. Due to boat capacity, we are unable to RSVP | (562) 437-FISH (3474) by September 14. Cost | Free for members. Member guests receive provide tickets for member guests at this event. 20% off regular admission. Reservations are RSVP | (562) 437-FISH (3474) by July 23. Special Events required as space is limited. RSVP | (562) 437-FISH (3474) by May 12. Member summer celebration The Aquarium of the Pacific hosts a variety of Sunday, August 18 | 3:00 p.m.–6:00 p.m. fundraisers, lunches, and other events throughout 15th Anniversary Member Parties Join us for a Member Summer Celebration the year. Check our website for more details and Thu., June 27 (Charter Member Night*) | Fri., June as the Aquarium’s front lawn transforms additional events. 28 & Tues., July 2 (All Members Welcome) | 7:00 p.m.–10:00 p.m. into a summer tropical party complete with entertainment, hula hoop and limbo contests, Shark Lagoon Nights We look forward to celebrating our fifteenth games, and activities for members of all ages. Fridays, May 10–31 & Sept. 6–Oct. 25 | 6:00 p.m.–9:00 p.m. anniversary and hope you join us on this Delicious tropical fare will be available for special occasion. These events will feature purchase. The Aquarium will be open until Shark Lagoon is open for everyone for free after live music and the new Ocean Exploration 9:00 p.m. for Summer Late Nights. Visit 6:00 p.m. Guests can touch and learn about programming. *Charter Member Night is by the Aquarium website for more information sharks and enjoy live music on select nights. special invitation only. coming soon. COST | Free for everyone Cost | Free for members. This event is for members Cost | $5/adult member (12+); FREE/member child INFO | (562) 590-3100, ext. 0 only; guest tickets will not be available. (3-11). Reservations are required as space RSVP | (562) 437-FISH (3474) by June 23. is limited. Due to capacity, we are unable to Mother’s Day Brunch provide tickets for member guests at this Sunday, May 12 | 10:30 a.m.–1:00 p.m. Member Urban Ocean event. Join the Aquarium for its annual brunch Dinner Cruise RSVP | (562) 437-FISH (3474) by August 15. celebrating moms. After brunch, explore the Friday, July 19 | 7:00 p.m.–9:00 p.m. wonders of the Pacific Ocean. Join us for a members-only dinner cruise on Adult Member Late Night COST a double-decker boat, and experience the Tuesday, August 20 | 6:30 p.m.–9:30 p.m. | Members: $38/adult (12+), $28/child; non- members: $48/adult, $38/child (includes wonders of the Southern California urban Adult members are invited to take advantage ocean while enjoying a gorgeous sunset admission). Tickets on sale May 1. of the beauty and serenity of the Aquarium INFO | (562) 590- 3100, ext. 0 and gourmet dinner. The cruise is guided by after hours. Tour galleries with a cocktail from commentary from an informed Aquarium the cash bar, listen to live music performed educator and an experienced boat captain. Discounted Late Nights at Honda Blue Cavern, or shop in the Pacific Sundays, June 9-Sept. 1 | 5:00 p.m.–8:30 p.m. Collections gift store. Cost | $57.50 per member. Reservations are required Enjoy special extended hours on Sundays this as space is limited. Due to boat capacity, Cost | Free for adult members (ages 21+ only). summer. The entire Aquarium will be open, we are unable to provide tickets for member Member guests receive 20% off regular except Lorikeet Forest, until 8:30 p.m. The guests at this event. admission. Reservations are required as space Aquarium's short films will be shown in the RSVP | (562) 437-FISH (3474) by July 16. is limited. Ocean Theater throughout the evening. RSVP | (562) 437-FISH (3474) by August 17. COST | Free for members; $14.95 for guests INFO | (562) 590-3100, ext. 0 10 | Pacific Currents | Spring 2013 Aquarium Programs and Events

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15th Anniversary Ocean Kids Fun Run Explorers Day Conservation Awards Gala Saturday, October 12 | 9:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m. Sunday, July 21 | 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. Saturday, June 15 | 6:30 p.m.–11:00 p.m. Children running this one-mile course will re- Become an explorer for the day as you meet The Aquarium will honor ocean explorers Sylvia ceive a commemorative marine animal medal, some of the world’s most famous ocean Earle, Walter Munk, and Captain Don Walsh. a finisher certificate, and free Aquarium explorers in person and witness live deep-sea This black-tie 15th Anniversary celebration will admission (applicable to child runners only; missions. Interactive children’s programs will feature a cocktail reception, gourmet dinner, must be accompanied by a paying adult also be offered throughout the day. live music, dancing, a look into the Aquarium’s inside the Aquarium). future, and a recording of a new symphonic COST | Free for members; member’s guests receive work commissioned for the Aquarium. COST | Free for children 12 and under. 20% off regular admission INFO | runlongbeach.com, (562) 427-4606 INFO | (562) 590-3100, ext. 0 COST | $500 per seat INFO | (562) 951-1606, aquariumofpacific.org/oca Sea Fare Moompetam Native American Father’s Day BBQ Sat., Oct. 19 | 7:00 p.m.–11:00 p.m. Festival Sat. & Sun., Sep. 21–22 | 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. Sunday, June 16 | 11:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m. The Aquarium’s tenth annual The Aquarium will host its ninth annual Celebrate Father’s Day at the Aquarium’s Sea Fare will raise needed funds Moompetam Festival, featuring the traditional annual picnic. After lunch, delight in the for our education, conservation, cultural crafts, storytelling, music, and dance underwater sea life of the Aquarium. and animal care programs. Join us for an evening of delectable tastes from of California's indigenous maritime cultures. COST | Members: $32/adult (12+), $22/child (3-11); more than twenty-five local restaurants and COST | Free for members; member’s guests receive non-members: $42/adult, $32/child (price food and beverage providers. The evening 20% off regular admission includes admission). Tickets on sale May 1. also features an open bar, live and silent auc- INFO | (562) 590-3100, ext. 0 INFO | (562) 590-3100, ext. 0 tions, a live painting demonstration by artist July 4th Late Night & BBQ Wyland, cooking demonstrations, music, and Baja Splash Cultural Festival Thursday, July 4 | 5:00 p.m.–10:00 p.m. dancing. Tickets will be available in July. Sat. & Sun., Sep. 28–29 | 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. On Independence Day, dig into the COST | $125/person Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month and Aquarium's BBQ at 6:00 p.m., enjoy special RSVP/INFO | (562) 437-FISH (3474), Mexican Independence Day with live enter- extended hours, and view the City of Long aquariumofpacific.org/seafare tainment, crafts, ethnic cuisine, interactive Beach fireworks display. General admission mural painting, and more. after 5:00 p.m. is $14.95 for non-members. festivals COST | Free for members; member’s guests receive COST | BBQ: Members: $32/adult (12+), $22/child 20% off regular admission (3-11); non-members: $42/adult, $32/child To honor the rich diversity of Southern California, INFO | (562) 590-3100, ext. 0 (includes admission). Tickets on sale May 1. the Aquarium of the Pacific hosts cultural and family INFO | (562) 590- 3100, ext. 0 festivals throughout the year. Check our website for Southeast Asia Day more details and additional family festivals. Saturday, October 5 | 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. Seniors Day Friday, September 6 | 9:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m. The Aquarium will celebrate its ninth annual Urban Ocean Festival Southeast Asia Day, highlighting the cultures of The Aquarium will open its doors for free to Saturday & Sunday, May 4–5 | 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. Cambodia, Thailand, Vietnam, Myanmar, Laos, people ages fifty and above. Special exhibits Explore and celebrate Southern California’s and Indonesia. Enjoy live music and dance per- will include displays by the Aquarium’s coast during the Aquarium’s annual Urban formances and cultural craft demonstrations. volunteer services, education, and animal Ocean Festival. The event will include art husbandry departments. exhibitions, a fashion show and contest for COST | Free for members; member’s guests receive 20% off regular admission COST designs using recycled materials, mural | FREE to visitors ages 50 and over with a valid INFO | (562) 590-3100, ext. 0 photo ID. painting, poetry readings, and educational activities. INFO | (562) 590-3100, ext. 0 Photographers Night Aquarium 5K Run/Walk COST | Free for members; member’s guests receive Sunday, October 6 | 5:30 p.m.–10:00 p.m. Sunday, September 8 | 7:30 a.m.–9:00 a.m. 20% off regular admission Take the photos you have always wanted at the INFO | (562) 590-3100, ext. 0 The second annual 5K Run/Walk is presented fifth annual Photographers Night. Professional by Molina Healthcare. The scenic course goes and amateur photographers are invited to Pacific Islander Festival capture the Aquarium’s wildlife during exclusive through the surrounding shoreline area. Saturday & Sunday, June 1–2 | 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. Aquarium admission is included in the registra- “photographers only” hours. Meet vendors, test tion fee. Registrants receive a bib, timing tag, Discover the diverse cultures of the Pacific new equipment, attend workshops, and meet goody bag, Aquarium ticket, and T-shirt (for pre- Islands through traditional craft demonstra- other wildlife photo enthusiasts. RSVP early to registering only). Finishers will receive a medal. tions, ethnic cuisine, and music and dance guarantee your spot at this popular event. performances. The tenth annual Pacific COST | Members before July 1: $35/adult (17+), $27/ Islander Festival will celebrate Hawaiian, COST | $19.95/member, $25.95/non-member. No youth; members after July 1: $40/adult, $32/ Fijian, Marshallese, Chamoru, Tahitian, other discounts or special offers will be youth. Non-members before July 1: $47/adult, Samoan, Tokelau, Tongan, and Maori cultures. accepted for this evening. $39/youth; non-members after July 1: $52/ INFO | (562) 590-3100, ext. 0 adult, $44/youth. COST | Free for members; member’s guests receive INFO | aquariumofpacific.org/a5Krace 20% off regular admission INFO | (562) 437- FISH (3474) spring 2013 | Pacific Currents | 11 Aquarium Programs and Events

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The Aquarium hosts guest lectures on a variety of topics from experts across the country. Dr. Sylvia Earle | Ocean Exploration* Dawn Wright | tuesday, June 18 | 7:00 p.m. Creatures of the Deep and Treasure Maps of chris lowe | The Recovery of Apex Sylvia Earle is an oceanographer, explorer, author, and lecturer with experience as a the Ocean Floor* Marine Predator Populations tuesday, July 16 | 7:00 p.m. Tuesday, May 14 | 7:00 p.m. field research scientist. In her lecture she will share stories of exploration and discovery. New sophisticated technolo- Rapid coastal development, water and Former chief scientist of the National Oceanic gies developed in the last ten air pollution, overfishing, bycatch, and and Atmospheric Administration, Earle is to twenty years hold tremen- habitat loss have all contributed to founder of the Mission Blue Foundation, dous potential for mapping and interpreting declines in shark populations. Chris chair of the Advisory Council for the Harte the ocean in unprecedented detail. This talk Lowe of California State University, Long Research Institute for Gulf of Mexico Studies, will focus on recent technical advances in Beach’s Shark Lab will discuss federal and an explorer-in-residence at the National mapping the deepest parts of our planet. and state agencies and regulations and Geographic Society. She has led more than The development of deep ocean mapping how they have helped sharks recover. sixty expeditions and logged more than 6,000 technologies is important not only for sci- hours underwater. Earle will be honored entific discovery, but also to meet additional Gerrie Schipske | Early Long Beach with the Ocean Conservation Award at the demands in government and conservation. Tuesday, May 28 | 7:00 p.m. Aquarium’s 15th Anniversary Gala on June 15. Dawn Wright was appointed chief scientist of Long Beach City Council member and author the Environmental Systems Research Institute Gerrie Schipske will discuss her book Early dr. Colleen Reichmuth & Asila in 2011. She maintains an affiliated faculty Long Beach and the natural assets, people, Ghoul | Exploring the Sensory Biology of appointment as professor of geography and and events that shaped the first fifty years Sea Otters Through Cooperative Research oceanography in the College of Earth, Ocean, of history in her native city. She will cover its tuesday, June 25 | 7:00 p.m. and Atmospheric Sciences at Oregon State history as a resort area, a landing strip for The Aquarium’s southern sea otter Charlie University. She has participated in more than early aviators, a fishing industry site, a port recently returned from Santa Cruz, California, twenty oceanographic research expeditions, for shipbuilding and trade, and a location for where he participated in a year-long study including three dives in the Alvin submersible. the U.S. Navy to anchor its battle fleet in 1919; of how sea otters perceive sound. Principal as well as the discovery of oil in 1921; and Investigator and Associate Research Scientist Jesus Reyes | Endocrine its role in the Southern California war effort Colleen Reichmuth heads the Cognition and Disruptors in the Urban Ocean thursday, July 25 | 7:00 p.m. after 1938. Sensory Systems Laboratory, based at the University of California, Santa Cruz's Long The urban ocean off Southern California is Eric Zahn | Restoration Efforts Marine Lab. Reichmuth and Laboratory used extensively and intensively by humans. at the Los Cerritos Wetlands Research Coordinator Asila Ghoul will discuss The Southern California Bight receives more Thursday, June 6 | 7:00 p.m. the sensory systems of sea otters and how than 1.1 billion gallons of treated municipal Eric Zahn will discuss the Los Cerritos these amphibious animals are adapted for an wastewater every day. Wastewater can carry Wetlands Conceptual Restoration Plan. Find aquatic lifestyle. chemicals that are endocrine disruptors out how it uses GIS analysis to plan restora- for fish and other marine life. Jesus Reyes, tion efforts that will mitigate the impacts of Captain Don Walsh president of the Pacific Coast Environmental such threats as sea level rise. He will also | Looking Backwards at Conservancy, will discuss research on endo- address the project goal of reintroducing the Future: Exploring crine disruptors in the urban ocean. tidal wetlands. Zahn co-founded ecological the Deepest Oceans* tuesday, July 9 | 7:00 p.m. consulting group Tidal Influence, LLC in 2008. In 1960 Captain Don Walsh Richard Ellis | and Jacques Piccard dove the bathyscaph Trieste Gladiator of the Sea to the deepest place in the world, the Challenger thursday, June 13 | 7:00 p.m. Deep, at 35,840 feet in the Mariana Trench. Richard Ellis will discuss the However, it was not until fifty-two years later that broadbill swordfish, whose this dive was repeated when filmmaker James scientific name Xiphias Cameron dove his one-person Deepsea Challenger gladius means “gladiator.” It at the same location. Walsh was a member of gets its common name from Cameron’s deep dive expedition in 2012 and its smooth, flattened sword has been involved with the design, construction, that is much longer and wider than that of and operation of submersibles for more than a August 13: Bruce Robison any other billfish. Among the world's premier half century. Bathyscaphs, or “deep boats,” were game fishes, swordfish are eagerly sought as pioneered in the mid-1930s by Swiss professor trophies and as seafood. A drastic reduction Auguste Piccard. Walsh will be honored with the in swordfish populations as a result of long- Ocean Conservation Award at the Aquarium’s line fishing practices engendered a swordfish 15th Anniversary Gala on June 15. Hear Walsh Live Lecture Webcasts boycott by American restaurants. Ellis will be talk about his many experiences in exploring the Tune in to a live lecture webcast by visiting deep ocean. aquariumofpacific.org/aquariumlive or capture signing copies of his latest book, Swordfish: A this QR code with your smartphone. Biography of the Ocean Gladiator.

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Larry Mayer | Ocean edith widder | The Kraken Revealed: track endangered species, including orcas in Mapping: Exposing the The Story Behind Finding the Giant Squid* the Pacific Northwest. Hear him talk about Secrets of the Deep* tuesday, August 27 | 7:00 p.m. this unique program and current research. thursday, August 8 | 7:00 p.m. Edith Widder is a deep-sea explorer, ocean- Over the past fifty years there ographer, marine biologist, and co-founder john delaney | Understanding the have been remarkable advances in using of the Ocean Research and Conservation Planetary Life Support System: Next- sonar to map the seafloor and the water col- Association. She was the first to capture vid- Generation Science in the Ocean Basins* umn. These advances combine sophisticated eo recordings of bioluminescent animals and Thursday, October 3 | 7:00 p.m. sonar technology with visualization tools. the first to film the giant squid in its natural New technologies are helping oceanogra- They are providing new perspectives of the habitat. She has spoken at TED and has been phers access and understand the ocean and seafloor, including the discovery of 10,000- featured in BBC, PBS, Discovery Channel, and ocean processes, which drive our planet’s foot mountains in the Arctic, D-Day wrecks, National Geographic television productions. “life-support system.” Robotics, biotechnol- and fisheries, and insight into the aftermath Most recently her use of bioluminescence ogy, cloud computing, digital imaging, nano- of events like the Deepwater Horizon spill. to lure in the giant squid was featured in the technology, seismo-acoustic tomography, and Larry Mayer is a professor and the director of Discovery Channel documentary Monster universal access to the internet are all having the Center for Coastal and Ocean Mapping at Squid: The Giant is Real. an impact. These tools and technologies, the University of New Hampshire. He serves among others, will create a pervasive human as co-chair of NOAA’s Ocean Exploration Michael Latz | Living Light telepresence throughout the global ocean, Advisory Working Group, a member of in the Ocean Darkness* making it possible to meet the onset of im- the National Science Foundation’s Ocean wednesday, September 11 | 7:00 p.m. mense environmental and societal challenges Observatories Initiative Program Advisory Learn about bioluminescent animals in in the coming decades, according to John Committee, and the State Department’s the deep ocean with marine biologist Delaney. Delaney is a professor of oceanogra- Extended Continental Shelf Task Force. Michael Latz, who has been studying phy at the University of Washington, principal bioluminescence for more than twenty-five investigator and director of the Regional Scale Bruce Robison | Exploring the years. Latz is the principal investigator at Nodes Program, and the Jerome M. Paros Deep Pacific: Dragonfish, Spookfish, the Latz Laboratory at the Scripps Institution Endowed Chair in Sensor Networks. and Other Unbelievable Animals* of Oceanography, where he is also a senior tuesday, August 13 | 7:00 p.m. lecturer. His research interests include using Dr. Robert Ballard | Bruce Robison will discuss recent discoveries interdisciplinary approaches involving biolo- Using Advanced Technology made using both manned and robotic sub- gy, chemistry, and physics to investigate how to Explore the Ocean with mersibles to explore the deep sea. The results marine organisms interact with their ocean Kids in the Pilot’s Seat* include many animals new to science, novel environment; ecology of bioluminescence wed., October 16 | 7:00 p.m. behavior patterns, the widespread use of biolu- in the ocean; and the role of bioluminescent Robert Ballard is a former U.S. minescence, remarkable adaptations for living and fluorescent molecules. Navy officer and a professor of oceanography in the deep, and the effects of climate change at the University of Rhode Island. He is most on deep-sea animals. Robison studies the Dr. Shirley Pomponi | known for the discoveries of the wrecks of the biology and ecology of the animals that inhabit Drugs from the Sea* RMS Titanic in 1985, the battleship Bismarck the ocean's deep water column. He pioneered tuesday, September 24 | 7:00 p.m. in 1989, and the aircraft carrier USS Yorktown the use of undersea vehicles for these studies, Sponges use chemicals to defend against in 1998. He will discuss his fifty-three years and he led the first team of scientists trained predators, communicate with other sponges, of involvement in the development and use as research submersible pilots. Robison is a reproduce, and even prevent infections. These of undersea vehicles to explore the bottom of fellow of the American Association for the same chemicals are being studied for their the ocean and how he is using new and ad- Advancement of Science and a fellow of the potential use in treating human disorders vanced technologies to bring his explorations California Academy of Sciences. In 2012 he and diseases. Sponge researcher and ocean in real time to the youth of the world. His was appointed a Research Associate at the explorer Shirley Pomponi has made more explorations have included the discovery of Smithsonian Institution. than 300 dives in the Johnson-Sea-Link hydrothermal vents and their exotic life forms. submersibles owned and operated by the He is president of the Institute for Exploration Ron Carroll | Constructed Wetlands Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institution in Mystic, Connecticut, president of the in Southern California at Florida Atlantic University, where she is a Ocean Exploration Trust, and an explorer-in- wednesday, August 21 | 7:00 p.m. senior research professor. residence of the National Geographic Society. Wetlands serve as important habitats for mi- gratory birds, fish nurseries, and local wildlife. dr. Samuel Wasser | Conservation COST | Free for members, Guest speaker sponsor: They also help filter pollution and prevent Canines: Tracking a Subtle Scent, a teachers, seniors 62+, flooding, but most of the nation’s wetlands Dog May Help Save the Whales and students with wednesday, October 9 | 7:00 p.m. have been lost to development. Constructed valid I.D. and advanced wetlands are artificial wetland environments Samuel Wasser, director of the Center for reservations. $5/non-members. that can provide this critical habitat, while Conservation Biology at the University of INFO | (562) 437-FISH (3474) providing biofiltration, for example, to treat Washington, has developed non-invasive WEB | All lectures are streamed live on the wastewater. Ron Carroll is a professor in wildlife monitoring methods, including genet- Aquarium's website. the Odum School of Ecology and is a faculty ic, endocrine, and detection dog techniques. member in the conservation ecology program. 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These programs are opportunities to see the Pack your sleeping bag and toothbrush for a night Aquarium and its animals in a different light. Harbor Tour of adventure at the Aquarium of the Pacific. These daily | times vary programs include a pizza dinner, snack, craft, cereal Behind-the-Scenes Tours Tour the Long Beach/Los Angeles Harbors breakfast, and T-shirt. daily | times vary with Harbor Breeze Cruises for a 45-minute narrated cruise around one of the most Guests will go above our largest exhibit to Birthday Party Sleepover active ports in the world. See the downtown based on availability | 5:00 p.m.–7:00 a.m. feed the fishes, get a glimpse of areas behind shoreline, ocean vistas, ships from around the Shark Lagoon, and see our Molina Animal Join us for an all-night celebration with a world, and even sea lions. Tours are offered Care Center. special birthday party sleepover featuring throughout the day on a daily basis. Tickets animal touch time, a feeding opportunity, Cost | $15/member | $19/non-member may be purchased in advance or at the ticket presentations, a behind-the-scenes tour, and does not include Aquarium admission. Combo window upon arrival. Meet 15 minutes prior crafts. Please bring your own birthday cake. price: $39.95/adult, $36.95/senior, $28.95/ to departure at Dock #2. This program is led child and staffed by Harbor Breeze Cruises. COST | $70/member | $80/non-member Ages | 7+ years AGES | 5+ years | one adult required per 10 children Length | one hour COST | Members: $12/adult, $10/senior (62+), $6/ Themes | Sharks, Marine Mammals, or Turtles Group size | maximum 10 participants child (3–11) | Non-members: $36.95/adult, GROUP SIZE | 20–50 participants RSVP | (562) 951-1630, online, or sign up on day of visit $31.95/senior, $19.95/child RSVP | (562) 951-1630 includes Aquarium admission Animal Encounters RSVP | (562) 951-1630 Adult Sleepover Thursdays-Sundays | see times below based on availability | 6:00 p.m.–9:00 a.m. Dive Immersion Join us for a very special experience to learn Enjoy the tranquility and serenity of the based on availability | 3:00 p.m.–5:30 p.m. about feeding and caring for some of our Aquarium at night. Unwind with yoga and marine animals. Roll up your sleeves, prepare Certified divers can dive in our warm meditation before meeting an animal, hearing some food, and get ready to be up close and 350,000-gallon Tropical Reef Habitat with an informal lecture by a marine educator, personal for a feeding with a seal, sea lion, over 1,000 animals. Tour the dive program, taking guided tours, seeing special presenta- sea otter, shark, or penguin. There are lots of dive in our exhibit, and receive a certificate tions, and sleeping next to one of our large surprises along the way, so be prepared to of completion, souvenir towel, use of an exhibits. Included are a gourmet pizza dinner get your hands wet! Please note that penguin underwater camera, and a memory card of with wine, beer, or soda, and a continental encounters are on hiatus March through May your photos. All equipment is provided. breakfast. for the breeding season. COST | $279/member | $299/non-member COST | $70/member | $80/non-member AGES Thurs. & Fri. | Penguins 8:00–10:00 a.m. | 15+ years | ages 15–17 require participating AGES | 18+ years adult chaperone Sat. & Sun. | Seals & Sea Lions 9:30–11:30 a.m. | Sharks GROUP SIZE | 20-60 participants RSVP 12:30–2:30 p.m. | Sea Otters 2:45–4:45 p.m. | (562) 590-3100 RSVP | (562) 951-1630 Cost | $90/member | $100/non-member includes Aquarium admission Ages | 10+ years: Seals & Sea Lions, Sea Otters, Penguins | 13+ years: Sharks Some height restrictions apply. Participants under 16 years must be accompanied by an adult. RSVP | (562) 951-1630

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Birthday Parties Go beyond the Aquarium to participate in offsite Youth Group Sleepovers experiences in the great outdoors. Monday or Wednesday evenings, based on Available by reservation only availability | 5:00 p.m.–7:00 a.m. Let us make your child's next birthday BLUE WHALE WATCH celebration special. The Aquarium will supply Anchors aweigh as we become sailors in Daily, Summer Season, starting may 1 search of the missing treasures of the sea. all the ingredients for an unforgettable party, Investigate the fascinating aquatic food web including a themed one-hour classroom Search out the elusive and magnificent blue and follow a treasure map in search of ocean program featuring animal touch time, whale with the Aquarium of the Pacific and knowledge! biofact discovery, and a take-home souvenir Harbor Breeze Cruises. Blue whales seek the craft project. The party concludes with an nutrient-rich waters right off our coast each COST | $50/member | $60/non-member additional half hour in the classroom for summer. Along the way you may even spot a Ages | 5+ years, plus adult chaperone the birthday celebration. Please bring your variety of other animals, including dolphins, Group size | 20–60 participants own birthday cake. Aquarium admission is seals, sea lions, and sea birds. RSVP | (562) 951-1630 included. All you need to do is call us at least COST | Members: $45/adult (12+), $35/senior (ages Family Sleepover two weeks prior to reserve a date (subject to 62+), $25/child (ages 3-11); non-members based on availability | 5:00 p.m.–7:00 a.m. availability), and then invite your guests. We (includes Aquarium admission): $63.95/ also offer birthday sleepovers. adult, $55.95/senior, $39.95/child Bring your whole family and spend an evening WHEN | Summer season exploring the Aquarium after dark. Discover COST | $33/member | $39/non-member | 15 person LENGTH | 3-3.5 hours the unique relationships and habitats of our minimum, includes Aquarium admission AGES | Children under 16 must be accompanied by AGES | All ages, one adult required per 10 children ocean critters through hands-on activities and an adult THEMES | Sharks, Marine Mammals, or Turtles gallery observations. RSVP | (562) 951-1630 GROUP SIZE | 15–45 participants COST | $50/member | $60/non-member INFO | (562) 951-1630 Ages | 5+ years, plus adult chaperone the urban ocean: world port and sealife CRUISE RSVP | (562) 951-1630 Aquarium on Wheels Jun. 15, Jul. 13, aug. 10 & sept. 7 | 4:00 p.m.–6:30 p.m. Available by reservation only Explore one of the most distinctive sections The Aquarium on Wheels is dedicated to of our coastline and experience the wonders developing children’s appreciation for the of the Southern California urban ocean. In this wonders of the ocean environment. Along place of high intensity, massive ships from with an educational presentation, hands-on around the world slip past whales, dolphins, activities, and environmental message, our and sea lions in the nation’s two biggest ports. outreach educational program provides Learn from an onboard Aquarium educator children the chance to touch sharks, sea how human activity and marine life intersect stars, anemones, urchins, and other marine in this busy portion of the urban ocean. inhabitants. This mobile tidepool exhibit is not just for schools—it is also great for COST | Members: $26.95/adult (12+), $8/child (ages display at festivals, fairs, and even birthday 3-11); non-members: $29.95/adult, $10/child parties. Aquarium on Wheels will deliver a (cruise only); combo (includes Aquarium memorable experience for all! admission): $39.95/adult, $15/child

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DAY CAMPS DAY CAMPS Youth Programs

FISH FRY CAMP OCEAN ADVENTURE DAY CAMP Junior Biologist Program June 18-20, July 1-3, or July 16-18 | 8:30 a.m.- Day Camp 1: July 8–12 or August 19–23 Saturdays | 9:30 a.m.–11:30 a.m. 10:30 a.m. Day Camp 2: July 15–19 topics vary, see below Did you know that newly hatched fish are Day Camp 3: July 29–August 2 Participants will independently investigate Day Camp 4: August 12–16 called fry? Bring your three- or four-year-old Half-day: 8:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. or marine life during this exploratory program. little fry to the Aquarium for a special parent- 1:00 p.m.–5:00 p.m. This class offers hands-on animal touch time, child day camp! During this three-day camp Full-day: 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. Aquarium animal observation, and activities you and your child will “wet” your appetites Explore the Pacific Ocean and its inhabitants relating to each topic. Select the topic that for marine life with hands-on exploration, during our week-long summer day camp is most interesting, or take all the classes to crafts, games, and Aquarium tours. Dive into adventures. Campers will get the chance to learn about the variety of animals found at a watery world that you and your child will go behind the scenes, meet our animal hus- the Aquarium. not soon forget! bandry staff, and help us take care of some of TOPIC | Birds & Reptiles...... May 11 AGES | 3 to 4 with an adult partner (no more than the animals that make their home here at the Southern California/Baja...... June 8 two children per adult. Please no younger or Aquarium. Each Day Camp week is a different Northern Pacific...... July 13 older siblings outside of age range.) program. Tropical Pacific...... August 10 COST | ADULT-CHILD PAIR: $85/member; $110/ AGES | Grades 2- 4 (Children only. Must be at least Sharks...... September 14 non-member (includes Aquarium admission) seven years old to participate.) Marine Mammals ...... October 12 ADDITIONAL PERSON: $20/member; $30/ COST | Half day: $140/member; $160/non-member Cost | $19/member | $24/non-member non-member Full day: $260/member; $290/non-member does not include Aquarium admission RSVP | (562) 951-1630 RSVP | (562) 951-1630 Ages | 7–12 RSVP | (562) 951-1630 introduction to scientific diving JUNIOR BIOLOGIST DAY CAMP June 24-28 or july 22-26 | Mon.-Thurs.: 6:00 a.m.- Camp 1: June 17–21 or July 22–26 Job Shadow 3:00 p.m.; Fri.: 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. Camp 2: June 24–28 or July 29– August 2 Saturdays | 9:00 a.m.–noon During this five-day dive program, participants Half-day: 8:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. or topics vary, see below will earn an underwater naturalist certification, 1:00 p.m.–5:00 p.m. This program is for students who are inter- Full-day: 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. learn data collection techniques at local dive ested in animal husbandry or marine biology sites, and explore different underwater habitats. Children ages ten to twelve dive deeper into careers. Students will learn what it takes to Participants will also dive in the Aquarium’s the field of marine biology. Based on our run a world-class aquarium and get a hands- largest exhibit with over 2,000 tropical animals. popular Junior Biologist classes, this camp on opportunity to participate in everyday A minimum of an Open Water certification will feature elements of our traditional day activities that help maintain the Aquarium. from a nationally recognized SCUBA certifying camp program, including crafts and games, as Students will go behind the scenes, shadow- agency and a picture ID are required and must well as special behind-the-scenes privileges, ing education and husbandry staff. be brought with you on all days. Cost covers animal interaction, and much more. TOPIC | Bird Biologist ...... transportation and dive gear. AGES | Grades 5–7 (children only) May 1 or September 4, 3:30 p.m.–6:30 p.m. AGES | 15+. Ages 15-17 require a supervising adult to COST | Half day: $140/member; $160/non-member May 4 or September 7, 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. also sign up for the program. Full day: $260/member; $290/non-member Veterinarian ...... COST | $750/person RSVP | (562) 951-1630 May 29 or October 2, 3:30 p.m.–6:30 p.m. RSVP | (562) 951-1630. Pre-registration and pre- June 1 or October 5, 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. payment required. A full refund will be issued only MARINE SCIENTIST SLEEPOVER CAMP Marine Biologist...... if cancellation occurs more than 14 days before the MON.–TUE., Aug. 5–6 | 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. July 3, 3:30–6:30 p.m. or WED.–THU., Aug. 7–8 | 8:00 a.m.–7:30 a.m. next day program start date. July 6, 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. This camp boasts something none of our Mammalogist...... SEA SQUIRT CAMP other camps offer: the chance to sleep under July 31, 3:30–6:30 p.m. or Day Camp 1: June 25–27 or August 13–15 the sea stars! Campers will dive into science August 3, 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. Day Camp 2: July 1–3 or August 20–22 and conduct marine biology experiments, Cost | $29/member | $35/non-member 8:30 a.m.–11:30 a.m. go on behind-the-scenes tours, have unique does not include Aquarium admission This three-day camp offers an exciting animal interactions, and journal about their Ages | Grades 7–12 introduction to marine biology for five- and discoveries. The camp ends with a sleepover, RSVP | (562) 951-1630 six-year-olds. Campers will discover an which includes a pizza party dinner, a movie underwater wonderland filled with wiggly and popcorn, and special keepsake T-shirt. fish, furry mammals, and boneless beauties. AGES | grades 7-9 (children only) This camp encourages social interaction and COST | $240/member; $270/non-member exploration independently from parents. RSVP | (562) 951-1630 Through hands-on activities, stories, crafts, and tours, your child will prove that little learners can learn big things! We're charter members of the Aquarium and are happy to see how it has grown over the years. We feel fortunate to have a AGES | 5 to 6 (children only) COST | $90/member; $115/non-member world-class educational and research facility right in our own RSVP | (562) 951-1630 backyard, and we are proud to support it.” — Donna Chinn, member since 1997 16 | Pacific Currents | Spring 2013 “Pre-registration and pre-payment required on all programs unless noted. Call (562) 951-1630. All prices subject to change. Aquarium Programs and Events

Saturday family fun programs aqua tots aqua tots

Children, along with a parent or adult chaperone, Toddlers team up with their parent or chaperone Movin’ & Groovin’ Beneath the Sea will investigate the ocean world in a structured for a first look into ocean life. Each of the Aqua Saturday, October 19 | 10:00 a.m.–11:30 a.m. classroom program that includes interactive and Tots programs focuses and expands on a particular hands-on activities. These programs foster the concept while encouraging adult and child interaction. Roll like an otter and slide like a snail as we students’ discovery as well as interaction with discover animals through movement. Explore adults and peers. the world of sea creatures by taking a closer Slippery to Prickly look at the way they move. Join us as we Saturday, May 18 | 10:00–11:30 a.m. SEA JELLIES AND OTHER INCREDIBLE move and groove like the animals beneath the Whether it’s a slippery sea cucumber, soft sea! INVERTEBRATES and velvety bat ray, prickly sea urchin, or SAT., May 25 or Sep. 28 | 10:00 a.m.–11:30 a.m. simply the smooth shell of a hermit crab, Cost | adult-child pair: $28/member They may be spineless, but they are the discover the many lovable and touchable $38/non-member | extra person: $15/ backbone of nature. Join us as we learn all creatures that live in the ocean. Learn what member, $17/non-member (includes about jellies and their invertebrate relatives can be explored safely as we use our sense of Aquarium admission) that inhabit the ocean. touch on a journey through the Pacific Ocean. Ages | 2–3 years, plus adult chaperone RSVP | (562) 951-1630 Totally Turtles Shoreline Shapes SAT., June 22 or Oct. 26 | 10:00 a.m.–11:30 a.m. Saturday, June 15 | 10:00–11:30 a.m. You may enjoy a sweet treat of Jelly Bellies, Did you know a sea jelly is shaped a lot but a sea turtle prefers having a belly full of like a bell or that some fishes are as flat as jellies! Discover fun facts and turtle trivia as pancakes? In the Aquarium, there are eels so we explore these reptiles. skinny they look like shoestrings! Explore the exciting shapes of ocean life through a craft, Shark Sleuths songs, and hands-on activities. SATURDAY, July 27 | 10:00 a.m.–11:30 a.m. Discover how sharks’ amazing adaptations Sounds of the Sea make them excellent predators. Get an up- Saturday, July 13 | 10:00–11:30 a.m. close view of these creatures and others as Shake, rattle, and roll as we listen to the we learn all about sharks! sounds of the ocean. Experience the wonder- ful world of sea sounds, from the songs of a MAGNIFICENT MARINE MAMMALS big blue whale to the barking of a sea lion. SATURDAY, August 24 | 10:00 a.m.–11:30 a.m. Who is warm-blooded, hairy, breathes air, and Super Senses of the Sea Aquatic Academy lives in the ocean? Marine mammals! Join us Saturday, August 17 | 10:00 a.m.–11:30 a.m. as we learn the special ways sea otters, seals, Smell the salty air and feel the cool breeze as we fall 2013 course sea lions, whales, and other marine mammals use our senses to explore how ocean animals tuesdays, Oct. 8, 15, 22 & 29 | 7:00 p.m.–9:30 p.m. survive in the sea. use their sight, taste, touch, and hearing in their The Aquarium’s Aquatic Academy courses Cost | adult-child pair: $28/member watery home. Immerse yourself in the wonder comprise a series of four evening classes $40/non-member and discovery of this interactive program. fostering dialogue on complex and pressing extra person: $15/member issues related to the ocean and environment. $17/non-member Colors of the Ocean Learn about current science and policy (includes Aquarium admission) Saturday, September 21 | 10:00 a.m.–11:30 a.m. directly from experts. Ages | 4–6 years, plus adult chaperone Below the surface of the blue ocean are Cost | $50/non-member, $40/member, $10 extra for RSVP | (562) 951-1630 animals with amazing colors. Some are bright CEU credit and flashy while others blend into the ocean Info | Adina Metz, [email protected] bottom. Discover some of these colorful ani- RSVP | aquariumofpacific.org | 562-590-3100, ext. 0 mals, and search for those that may be hiding.

Pre-registration and pre-payment required on all programs unless noted. Call (562) 951-1630. All prices subject to change. spring 2013 | Pacific Currents | 17 Aquarium News

Governor Brown Honors Aquarium With Environmental Award Aquarium Staff Raises $41,000 for Kingfisher Aviary

his past fall Aquarium staff members contributed $41,000 to a campaign to build a T new Guam Kingfisher aviary. A kingfisher species from the Pacific Islands of Guam, Palau, and Pohnpei, Guam Kingfishers are extinct in the wild. There are fewer than 130 of these birds left in the world. The remaining birds are part of a Species Survival Plan administered by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA). The Aquarium is collaborating with AZA to acquire and raise Guam Kingfishers, aiding in their recovery. he Aquarium of the Pacific is the first among museums, zoos, “We’ve identified this project as a key way for the and aquariums to be awarded with the State of California’s most Aquarium to make a tangible and direct contribution T prestigious environmental honor. to help a critically endangered species,” said Rob Governor Edmund G. “Jerry” Brown recognized the Aquarium Mortensen, assistant curator of mammals and birds. of the Pacific for its role in California’s environment and economy by “We’ve worked on this project behind the scenes for awarding the institution the Governor’s Environmental and Economic years, and we’re so thrilled to see it move forward.” Leadership Award (GEELA). This award program was established in 1993 The Aquarium has conducted several staff campaigns and is California’s most prestigious environmental award, according to the over the years to support specific Aquarium projects, California Environmental Protection Agency. The award recognizes those such as the Northern Pacific Touch Lab and the 40-foot responsible for conserving California’s resources, protecting and enhancing quarantine tank at the Molina Animal Care Center. the environment, and building private-public partnerships. The staff campaign brings employees and volunteers Under its master plan developed in 2002, the Aquarium has added new together to show the entire staff’s commitment to the facilities and exhibits that demonstrate environmental concepts from cli- Aquarium’s work. mate change to watershed education to empower millions of visitors while minimizing the environmental impact of these new features. Also, annual attendance increased 26 percent while the Aquarium’s carbon footprint has decreased by 20 percent, and water use has decreased by 30 percent. “The Wish List Shopping Aquarium’s project was deemed exceptional for its innovative concept and Supports Animal Care value to California’s environment and economy,” said Matthew Rodriquez, California Environmental Protection Agency secretary. he Aquarium has launched a new program Our master plan demonstrates that greening can be sustainable from T allowing the public to a business as well as an environmental perspective” directly support the care — Douglas Otto, Aquarium of the Pacific Board director and of its animal collection. The new architect of the campus master plan Animal Care Wish List features opportunities to donate and help Also, in 2008 the Aquarium opened its the Aquarium’s animals by Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design purchasing specific items needed, (LEED) Platinum-certified watershed educa- such as food, toys, training tools, and “ tion classroom and exhibit, which was the first medical supplies. Each month a carbon-neutral building of any aquarium in the different animal or exhibit will be nation. Exhibit messaging encourages visitors selected with new wish list items to purchase. to conserve California’s precious water re- In March wish list donors purchased items such as sources. The Ocean Science Center is designed toys, nest boxes, treats, climbing branches, heaters, and to LEED Gold standards and features climate other items for the Aquarium’s lorikeets. In May, Wish California Department of Food change and other environmental programming. List donors can purchase items for penguins. and Agriculture Secretary Karen Ross, Aquarium Vice President of The Aquarium’s retail expansion opens this Donors to the Wish List will receive exclusive animal Government Relations and Special spring and is targeted to meet the stringent 3 updates, personal stories from the animal care staff, Projects Barbara Long, Aquarium Green Globes rating. Sustainable design and photos, and more. Visit aquariumofpacific.org/wishlist of the Pacific Board Director Douglas Otto, and Aquarium Project operation are integral components of all future to learn more and sign up to receive e-mails with the Manager Fahria Qader. building projects. coming month’s featured animal and items.

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The Trashin’ Fashion Show and Contest with live music provided by Ronny and the Classics will be held on Sunday, May 5, during the Urban Ocean Festival at the Aquarium. Celebrate the Urban Ocean at the Aquarium This summer will feature a series of urban ocean events at the Aquarium, including cruises, contests, lectures, and the Urban Ocean Festival.

he Aquarium will kick off the summer with its fourth popularity year after year, bringing young designers to show off annual Urban Ocean Festival on May 4 and 5. their skills. The contest features clothing designs made out of T Celebrating the unique Southern California coast and recycled materials. Designs are showcased on the runway with ocean, the Urban Ocean Festival features an art contest live music during the festival on Sunday, May 5. and exhibition, poetry contest, the Trashin’ Fashion Show and The Aquarium will be offering the Urban Ocean: World Port Contest, live music, and exhibit enhancements that help visitors and Sealife Cruise throughout the summer, allowing the public learn more about how humans and marine life interact with the to get up close to the urban ocean environment and see portions urban ocean. The Southern California Bight, the section of the of the local ports, breakwater area, and harbors that are not coastline that extends from Santa Barbara to the Mexican border, easily seen. Cruises will be held June 15, July 13, August 10, and is home to more than 20 million people, as well as a rich abun- September 7, from 4:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Visit the Aquarium dance of marine life, ecologically important natural places used website for more details. by both humans and marine life, and migration thoroughfares for The Urban Ocean Dinner Cruise, exclusively for Aquarium whales, seabirds, and other animals. members, will be held on Friday, July 19, at 7:00 p.m. The cruise The Urban Ocean Poetry Contest will feature poems with an will be guided by commentary from an Aquarium educator and ocean theme and honor poets in three age brackets: high school- an experienced boat captain, and passengers will enjoy a gourmet ers (ninth to twelfth graders), young adults (ages eighteen to dinner and a tour of the Long Beach urban ocean at sunset. twenty-five), and adults (age twenty-six and up). A special Urban Reservations for this cruise are required by July 16. Call (562) Ocean Poetry Cruise, featuring readings of the winning poems, 437-FISH (3474) to RSVP. will be held on Saturday, May 4, at 4:00 p.m. Aquarium visitors can learn more about current science relat- The Urban Ocean Art Contest will award prizes for ocean- ing to our local urban ocean at the Aquarium's ongoing lecture themed artwork in three categories: painting/drawing, digital/ series. Speakers addressing urban ocean issues in coming months photography, and sculpture/3D/mixed media. Past years’ art con- include Jesus Reyes, who will discuss endocrine disruptors in tests have attracted diverse local artists whose artwork presented the ocean; Ron Carroll, who will discuss artificial wetlands and unusual images of the ocean and humans’ relationship to it. their use in treating wastewater; and Eric Zahn, who will discuss The Trashin’ Fashion Show and Contest continues to grow in restoration efforts at the Los Cerritos Wetlands.

spring 2013 | Pacific Currents | 19 KIDS CORNER Deep-Sea Craft: Anglerfish Hat

What You Need: ❏❏ 1 or 2 sheets ❏❏ 1 medium or of black large puff ball construction ❏❏ Chalk paper ❏❏ Stapler ❏❏ 1 fuzzy pipe ❏❏ Ruler cleaner ❏❏ Pen or pencil

Method: You may need an adult to help you with some of these steps.

1. Holding the construction 4. To attach the puff ball: ? paper horizontally, cut it a. On the other end of the into strips 3 inches wide. ? pipe cleaner, which is ? ? not taped down, bend it to make a hook about 2 inches long. 2. Decorate one side of the b. Place the puff ball in the strips with chalk. “U” of the hook. c. Bend the hook end of the pipe cleaner toward the base of your hat.

5. Staple a strip to each end 3. Pick one strip (this will be of the strip with the pipe the front of your hat), and cleaner (make sure the tape one end of the fuzzy chalk sides are on the pipe cleaner onto the same side). side that has no chalk on it. It should look like the letter “T.” 6. Bring the ends of the construction strips together around your head and have someone staple the two ends together so it fits snugly around your head. Now you can read these fun anglerfish facts and Flashlight fish pretend to be one with your new anglerfish hat! Anomalops katoptron

Fun Anglerfish Facts: o m c The deep-sea anglerfish is found throughout the World Ocean at depths of 700 to more than vi d B . F l ee tham / S e a Pi c s.

3,000 feet. Ranging in color from a D dark gray to dark brown, these carnivores have huge heads with y M ad in/WH OI an enormous crescent-shaped Wonders of the Deep Gallery L arr mouth filled with long, fang- like teeth angled inward to help grab their prey. They grow to lengths of 4.5 inches to over 3 feet, and weigh up to 100 pounds. Anglerfish typically have at least one modified spine on the top of their bodies. The spine is movable in all directions. The end of the spine can turn into a bright blue-green light to lure other predators close enough for the anglerfish to eat them whole. Giant Isopod The blue-green light is produced through a chemical process Bathynomus giganteus know as bioluminescence, similar to a firefly.

Fishing for ? ? Knowledge!? ?

Wonders of the Deep Gallery

1. Experts estimate that as much as _ _ percent of the volume of the World Ocean and _ _ percent of its seafloor remain unexplored. 2. The deepest place on Earth is in the ______Trench, located in Garden eel the Pacific Ocean near Japan. Heteroconger longissimus 3. A ______is a measurement of the depth of a given point in a body of water, like the ocean. Last Issue’s Questions and Answers: 1. Seals and sea lions are members of the pinniped family. The name comes from the Latin word for fin-footed. 2. Mature male sea lions have a prominent bump on their heads called a sagittal crest. 3. When pinnipeds temporarily leave the water to avoid predators or rest, this behavior is referred to as hauling out.

Gulf of California Member Specials Flashlight fish Anomalops katoptron

Physical Characteristics These fish can grow up to 13 inches long. They are dark brown to grey-black in color, with a spiny dorsal fin. Diet Fun Fact Flashlight fish eat microscopic animals called zooplankton. Flashlight fish have Habitat bioluminescent These tropical fish live near coral reefs bacteria that live along steep drop-offs near caves. They under their skin hide during the day and come out at night near their eyes. to feed. The bacteria provide light for the fish and receive oxygen Adopt one of our and food from the fish to survive.

Otter-ly adorable animals! Riggs Robin new For as little as $25, your adoption will include a Adopt at our Giant Isopod certificate of adoption, fact sheet, and a beautiful special online Bathynomus giganteus paperless level* color photo of your animal. Additional levels include unique Choose a specific otter benefits such as plush animals, complimentary Aquarium admission tickets, or penguin to support. Behind-the-Scenes Tours, and Animal Encounters. Adopt an Animal sponsorships aquariumofpacific.org/ Physical Characteristics are fully tax deductible, make the perfect gift, and include free shipping! adoptpaperless Reaching up to 14 inches in length, giant isopods have a tough shell that looks like a lobster’s tail with overlapping segments. Diet Visit aquariumofpacific.org/adopt, call 562-437-FISH (3474), Fun Fact These animals scavenge for food, often or stop by the information desk on your next visit! feeding on dead animals or small fish and Isopods look invertebrates. *All materials are electronic and e-mailed at time of purchase. very similar to pill bugs, their Habitat terrestrial Giant isopods are abundant in the deep, relatives, dark, cold waters of the ocean. which are also isopods. Have you considered an upgrade?

Upgrade your membership today, and you will have access to increased member benefits, such as: • Transferable membership card Garden eel (Family Plus membership level and above) Heteroconger longissimus • VIP events • Exclusive opportunities Our more than 11,000 animal residents will Physical Characteristics appreciate your added support! These small, skinny eels can grow up to 19 inches long and have large eyes and a long lower jaw. Diet For more information, visit www.aquariumofpacific.org/membership Garden eels feed mainly on zooplankton or call the member support center at 562-437-FISH (3474). Fun Fact (microscopic animals) or small bits of food that fall to the seafloor. Riggs Robin Garden eels poke their Habitat heads out These fish burrow into the sand in colonies MEMBERS-ONLY to eat and near tropical reefs. Each eel has its own SPECIAL monitor their burrow. surroundings. Save 20% this spring on all merchandise! They will quickly retreat into Present your membership card along with this coupon to receive an additional 10% discount in conjunction with their burrows if your member discount, for a total of 20% off merchandise in our gift store. frightened. This coupon is valid through 10/31/13 inside Aquarium gift stores. Valid as a one-time offer. Cannot be combined with any other offer. No cash value. Restrictions may apply. N-103113-A Member Specials Donor Highlight

2012 Education Donors

We wish to extend a special thanks to the following corporations, foundations, and individuals for their support of education initiatives at the Aquarium of the Pacific in 2012.

Adopt one of our $150,000+ The Roddenberry Foundation Windsong Trust

Otter-ly adorable animals! Riggs Robin $100,000+ The Ralph M. Parsons Foundation

$50,000+ BP America Inc. The Miller Foundation Target The Rose M Wirtz Family Trust Newell Family supports $25,000+ Aquarium Expansion BCM Foundation The Boeing Company Employees Community Fund of Boeing California The Newells are leaders and supporters of numerous local educational The Thomas & Dorothy Leavey Foundation Medtronic Foundation enrichment and charitable programs in Long Beach. Kenneth T. and Eileen L. Norris Foundation OXY Long Beach, Inc. Wells Fargo

$10,000+ ongtime members Frank and Margie Newell recently pledged to The Capital Group Companies support the Aquarium's expansion plans. The Newells joined the The Green Foundation L Aquarium before it opened in 1998 and have become more actively SAVOR...Long Beach involved recently as Trustees of the Pacific. The Newells' gift will be Ned Solot and Corrin Yep combined with a donation from the LGA Foundation, founded by Margie Ueberroth Family Foundation Newell's mother LeBurta Atherton, for a total of $300,000 in support over the Union Pacific Railroad next four years. The Newells are leaders and supporters of numerous local educational $5,000+ enrichment and charitable programs in the community, including the Rancho 3M Foundation Los Cerritos Foundation, Long Beach Rotary Scholarship Foundation, Long Begin Today For Tomorrow Charitable Foundation BNSF Railway Foundation Beach Library Foundation, Long Beach Community Hospital Foundation, and the Carnival Cruise Lines Long Beach Ronald McDonald House. Educational initiatives at the Aquarium City of Long Beach Stormwater/Environmental Division supported by the Newells and the LGA Foundation include founding support for Deacon Charitable Foundation the Aquarium's Long Beach targeted educational materials and transportation, Disney VoluntEARS Community Fund as well as support in recent years for "Out of the Box" science kits, elementary Ella Fitzgerald Charitable Foundation Bess J. Hodges Foundation school field trip guides, and the Cesar Chavez Elementary school partnership, Kinder Morgan Foundation all of which have enhanced the Aquarium's educational programming. The Ralphs/Food 4 Less Foundation

$2,000+ ABS Foundation, Inc. Robin Riggs Robin The Rudolph J. & Daphne A. Munzer Foundation We are proud to support this vital community asset that is focused Sidney Stern Memorial Trust on the Pacific Ocean and provides substantial economic, educational, Union Bank scientific and environmental benefits to the City of Long Beach and Southern California." “— Margie Newell spring 2013 | Pacific Currents | 23 Aquarium News

Fundraising Highlights The Aquarium of the Pacific relies on individuals, corporations, foundations, and government partners to support its mission and vision with contributions to the operating budget and to a diverse range of projects.

■■ Teachers Benefit from the Boeing Company ■■ Aquarium Partners with the National Marine Sanctuary The Boeing Company renewed its sponsorship of the Boeing Foundation to Sponsor Ocean Exploration Literacy Teacher Institute (BTI), a program that was initiated by Boeing In fall 2012 the Aquarium was awarded $25,000 from the and the Aquarium in 1998. The grant of $35,000 will fund the National Marine Sanctuary Foundation to fund the Ocean five-day immersion program, which provides thirty-five local Exploration Education Alliance Program (OEEAP). This grant will educators with an intensive introduction to the Aquarium, promote ocean science literacy through professional develop- Southern California’s diverse ecosystems, and the most current ment opportunities using NOAA-generated education lessons research conducted by local scientists. BTI is a content-based and materials. Additionally, this grant will help create a network program in which participants learn how to effectively imple- of teachers who will bring the excitement of ocean exploration ment current science into their lesson plans. into their classrooms through cross-curricular, standards- ■■ John W. Carson Foundation, Inc. Renews its aligned, and inquiry-based lessons. Commitment to Education ■■ Rose Hills Foundation Sets Major Commitment In January 2013 the Aquarium received a $25,000 grant from The Aquarium received a pledge of $500,000 from the Rose the John W. Carson Foundation, Inc. This gift will go toward the Hills Foundation in early March. This gift will go toward increas- Aquarium’s signature education programs and help expand the ing the Aquarium’s physical capacity and providing the resourc- Ocean Science Education Program. Serving as a legacy to come- es necessary to create new galleries and exhibits. Through this dian and animal advocate Johnny Carson, the John W. Carson pledge, the Rose Hills Foundation continues its long-standing Foundation, Inc. has supported the Aquarium since 2004. partnership with the Aquarium. ■■ Molina Healthcare, Inc. Sponsors the 15th Annual ■■ Betty White Ludden Continues Her Support Ocean Conservation Awards Actress and comedian Betty White Ludden renewed her Molina Healthcare, Inc. has supported the Aquarium through support of the Aquarium with a $25,000 gift designated for major exhibit and event sponsorships. Most recently the orga- core education and conservation initiatives. Ludden has been a nization made a $25,000 gift to sponsor the Aquarium’s 15th long-standing Aquarium donor. During a recent visit, she met Annual Ocean Conservation Awards Gala in June 2013. Founded her namesake, Betty the sea otter. An animal enthusiast, Ludden in 1980 by Dr. David Molina, Molina Healthcare carries on his has supported several of the Aquarium’s conservation and legacy of affordable healthcare through his children, who now education goals. manage the organization and serve the community. Additionally, members of the Molina family provide expertise as Aquarium board directors, trustees, and members.

In December 2012 S.D. Deacon Charitable employees toured the Aquarium and presented a check designated to the Ocean Science Education Program. Pictured: Ivette Ortega, project assistant; Lorena Tominez, project assistant; Marisa Larson, project assistant; Holly Piper, Aquarium grants coordinator; Travis Rief, estimating assistant; Michael Mosqueda, estimator; and Brian Newman, project engineer.

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AQuarium Accolades

HERITAGE AWARDS

executive officers

Dr. Jerry R. Schubel president and ceo Mr. Anthony T. Brown VP of Finance/CFO Ms. Barbara Long Zina Bethune | Festival of Human Abilities Rev. James M. Lawson Jr. | corporate secretary African-American Festival This year the Aquarium presented the Glenn board of directors McIntyre Heritage Award posthumously to Zina A pioneer in the civil rights movement in the Bethune. Founder and artistic director of Theatre United States and proponent of nonviolent action, Mr. James M. Breslauer Bethune, she died in a tragic car accident in Rev. James M. Lawson Jr. was the Heritage Award Mr. Howard Chambers February 2012. She had an extensive and inspira- honoree at the Aquarium of the Pacific’s 2013 Mr. Stephen I. Chazen, tional professional dance career, while being "dif- African-American Festival. Lawson learned about vice chairman ferently abled," in her words, with dysplastic hips, principles of nonviolence through the Fellowship Mr. Craig Cooning scoliosis, and lymphedema. Bethune appeared in of Reconciliation and during three years spent in Mr. John Fielder films, on television, and on Broadway. She was a India. When they met at the Oberlin School of Mr. Stuart Frost pioneering force for the Americans with Disabilities Theology, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. urged Lawson Mrs. Charlotte Ginsburg Act and the arts and disability movement inclusion to come to the South and take an active role in the guidelines for the Kennedy Center in Washington, Ms. Jennifer Hagle, national civil rights movement. Lawson moved board secretary D.C. In 1980 she founded Bethune Theatredanse, to Nashville and began teaching workshops in Mr. James C. Hankla which is now Theatre Bethune. Through this nonviolent direct action. Dr. King called Lawson multimedia dance company, she developed Infinite “the greatest teacher of nonviolence in America.” Mr. Russell T. Hill Dreams, the first participatory dance program for Throughout the 1960s Lawson was active in Mr. Samuel King youth with disabilities created by a professional the civil rights movement in Memphis and in Mr. Bert Levy dance troupe. Bethune led her dance company on Nashville, where he was a Freedom Rider. He Mr. Steven Mayer international tours and even received an invitation has continued to work on behalf of social justice Ms. Jan Mazyck to perform at the White House. causes, from labor issues to immigrant rights and Mr. John Molina, Pictured: Ivy Bethune, Zina Bethune’s mother; Paula Woodley, international peace. chairman Theatre Bethune board member; Kathie Nirschl, vice president of Pictured: Rev. James M. Lawson Jr., Heritage Award honoree, and human resources, Aquarium of the Pacific; and Sean Feeley, Zina Dr. J. Mario Molina Anthony Brown, CFO, Aquarium of the Pacific. Bethune’s husband. Mr. Stephan Morikawa Mr. Stephen Olson Mr. Douglas Otto Superintendent’s Award for Excellence in Mr. Sean Pence Museum Education | Office of the State Su- Ms. Lynne M. Preslo perintendent of Public Instruction Mr. Eugene “Rod” uarium board of directors of board uarium The Aquarium of the Pacific won a 2013 Superintendent’s Roddenberry Award for Excellence in Museum Education for its interac- Mr. Christopher Rommel q tive videoconferencing program. The Superintendent’s Dr. Jerry R. Schubel

Awards for Excellence in Museum Education competi- Mr. Kurt Schulzman a tion is a joint project between the California Association Mr. Michael Sondermann of Museums (CAM) and the Office of the State Mr. Arlo Sorensen Superintendent of Public Instruction. CAM received twenty entries representing a diverse range of institutions and the contributions museums make to California’s K-12 Mr. Eisuke Tsuyuzaki educational system. After a formal evaluation and scoring by three reviewers, California Superintendent Mr. Thomas Turney of Public Instruction Tom Torlakson chose six award recipients, including the Aquarium of the Pacific. The Mr. Stephen Young award was presented in February at the 2013 CAM conference. (as of 3/31/13)

Pictured: David Bader, director of education, Aquarium of the Pacific, and Ed Prohaska, board president, California www.aquariumofpacific.org Association of Museums.

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Pacific Collections gift shop to feature local artists

Newly expanded store will showcase art prints, sculpture, jewelry, and more by Long Beach artists.

he Aquarium’s newly expanded and remod- The Pacific Collections construction project expanded the eled Pacific Collections gift store will feature store’s square footage and improved its look and feel, while T new merchandise and artwork by local artists. While increasing the store’s energy efficiency and use of materials the store has always stocked Earth-friendly, educational manufactured in the United States. The store features new floor- and souvenir items reflecting the Aquarium’s mission, it will now ing, lighting supplemented by skylights, a central sales counter, also feature fine jewelry and decorative items, as well as art and a large-scale glass photo mural of a kelp forest captured by selected through a new partnership with the Arts Council for underwater photographer Jim Hellemn. An exhibit of Hellemn's Long Beach. photography will be on display in the Aquarium's Great Hall Aquarium and Arts Council staff members will select high-qual- through May 22. ity artwork with an ocean, aquatic, or conservation theme. New Pacific Collections will officially reopen on May 24 in conjunc- merchandise will include jewelry, art prints, paintings, sculpture, tion with the public debut of the Aquarium’s Ocean Exploration ceramics, and greeting cards. programming and Wonders of the Deep exhibit.

Our daughter’s grandparents have given her a membership since she was very young. Imogen’s grandfather is a marine biologist, and the Aquarium has been a huge asset in staying connected to his world. Now Imogen goes up to all the divers in the Aquarium exhibits and yells, ‘Hi Pops!'” — The Foye family, members since 2011 (Imogen Foye pictured “ with her friend, Maggie Carter) 26 | Pacific Currents | Spring 2013 Ocean Explorers Because so much of the ocean remains to be explored, it is possible that new cures for diseases, new life forms, and discoveries that further our understanding of life on our planet await explorers below the surface. Ocean conservation efforts will help preserve these undiscovered resources and knowledge before they are lost to pollution, coastal development, damaging fishing practices, or the impacts of climate change.

The oceans can be an interminable palace, more empty unknown. While we can write off this need to explore as a than full... But it can also be a palace of inestimable beau- quirk of human nature, the drive is fundamental to human “ty. It depends on the researchers and their techniques and survival and can lead to vast benefits to society. These ingenuity. For me biodiversity is a type of magical realism benefits can be the discovery of resources and medicines, within science. We can follow it on solitary roads. Better, in extension of sovereign rights, insights into history, and programs such as the Census of Marine Life, all our stories fundamental expansion of knowledge of how the Earth and brief essays can constitute an extraordinary book, works that can help us resolve humankind's most serious an atlas of the past, of the present, of the future, a book problems and threats.“ from marine worms to blue whales. Because so much of the — Larry Mayer | Director, Center for Coastal ocean remains unexplored, we still do not know what will and Ocean Mapping, and co-director, Joint be on the next page.” Hydrographic Center, University of New — Jesse Ausubel | Director and senior research Hampshire associate, Program for the Human Environment, Mayer has spent more than seventy months at sea during the last forty Rockefeller University years. He has served as chief or co-chief scientist of numerous expe- ditions, including seven that mapped unexplored regions of the Arctic Ausubel was one of the researchers who conducted the seafloor in support of a potential U.S. submission for an extended con- Census of Marine Life, a ten-year scientific initiative to determine the tinental shelf under the Law of the Sea Treaty. diversity, distribution, and abundance of life in the ocean. The twenty-first century could be the greatest age of ex- The beauty, mystery, bounty, and vastness of the ocean ploration, thanks to rapidly developing technologies that inspire our hearts and minds. The ocean provides half are speeding the pace of discovery. One of the forefronts “the oxygen we breathe, other key resources, protection, “of exploration will be the ocean—Earth’s largest remaining avenues of trade, and recreation. Indeed, the welfare of physical frontier, with only 5 percent having been explored humankind depends on the health of Earth’s ocean, and so far. National Geographic has been funding exploration on our ocean stewardship. Yet, we know so little about the for 125 years and is committed to inspiring people to care ocean that much exploration remains. We need the skills of about the planet. It has supported underwater exploration the next generation of explorers, scientists, technicians, for many decades, including publishing the first underwa- engineers, and mathematicians as we develop new sensors ter photographs in 1926 and awarding numerous grants to and systems to dive deeper and to new places. The ocean underwater pioneers such as Jacques Cousteau, Robert will continue to inspire, and teachers in classrooms and Ballard, and Sylvia Earle. Currently National Geographic in life will continue to nurture the sense of wonder that is involved in two ocean initiatives. Marine ecologist and makes explorers of us all, just as my teachers did for me.“ National Geographic Explorer-in-Residence Enric Sala — Joseph T. (Tim) Arcano, Jr., Ph.D. | Director, heads National Geographic’s Pristine Seas project to NOAA Office of Ocean Exploration and Research find, survey, and help conserve the last wild places in the Arcano served as an ex-officio member of the ocean. It is essential that we let the world know these National Science Foundation’s Replacement Human pristine places exist, that they are threatened and that Occupied Vehicle Oversight Committee, overseeing the development they deserve to be protected. The second initiative is of the replacement for the submersible Alvin. While serving as the Corbin A. McNeill Endowed Chair in Naval Engineering at the United DEEPSEA CHALLENGE, a joint scientific project by National States Naval Academy, Arcano developed a course on engineering of Geographic, filmmaker and National Geographic Explorer- submersible systems. in-Residence James Cameron, and Rolex to conduct deep-ocean research and exploration.“ Humans are compelled to explore (at least some of us)—we — Terry Garcia | Executive vice president for are drawn to shed light on the unknown. The universe is Mission Programs, National Geographic full of mysteries but we need to go no further than the “ Among his responsibilities at National Geographic, 3/4 of our planet that lies beneath the depths of the Garcia oversees the Society’s Explorers-in-Residence oceans to face some of the greatest challenges of the and Emerging Explorers programs.

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“ Where is the future? It’s in the ocean.” — Michael B. Jones, entrepreneur and president, The Maritime Alliance e celebrate w Come and celebrateCom with us! ith us! Saturday, June 15, 2013 When asked: “What do you expect Saturday, June 15, 2013 6:30 p.m. 6:30 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. to find?” Jacques Cousteau famously You are invited to attend our black-tie gala, where we will presentresponded the Aquarium’s “If I knew, OceanI wouldn’t go.” It’s the Aquarium’sConservation 15th Anniversary Award and to three of the most remarkable ocean explorers of our time. the celebration of our new exhibit and Help us raise funds for education, programming on Ocean Exploration. Sylviaconservation, Earle andPh.D., animal Walter care programs Munk Ph.D., andby Captain enjoying this Don elegant Walsh evening USN of (Ret). Ph.D. You are invited to attend our black-tie exploration with an exquisite $500 per seat gala, where we will present the epicurean dinner and tales of the Aquarium’s Ocean Conservation enchanting adventures$500 per of the seat world’s Visit aquariumofpacific.org/oca or call Award to three of the world’s top top ocean explorers.Cocktail Reception Linda Glasco at (562) 951-1606 for ocean explorers: Gourmet Dinner sponsorship opportunities and corporate Delight yourDancing senses, underdream theof the Stars deep packages. Sylvia Earle Ph.D., Walter Munk Ph.D., ocean, and then dance the night away! and Captain Don Walsh USNSupport (Ret) Ph.D. our education, conservation, and animal care programs by enjoying an elegant evening of exploration, inspiration, and education.

Visit aquariumofpacific.org/oca or call Linda Glasco at (562) 951-1606 for sponsorship opportunities and corporate packages.

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