MEMBER MAGAZINE FALL 2010 3 4 6 10 12 Director’s Note Ocean Policy Open Sea What’s New Member Activities SHMONTEREY BAY RAQUAE RIUM LIN ES

Sea otters are charming animals that need our help. Direct or’sNote

Julie Packard Executive Director

I’ve spent most of my adult life trying to raise the profile of the oceans and their importance in our lives. So it’s been a cruel irony to at last see the oceans in the headlines every day, through the nightmare of the largest environmental disaster in American history.

The catastrophe in the Gulf of For more than 25 years, our top These remarkable animals are Mexico began just before the 40th priority has been to create and main - important in their own right, and as anniversary of Earth Day, and for tain the best aquarium in the world, indicators for the well-being of the most people it was a somber re - as a source of inspiration for millions ecosystems of which they are a part. minder of the devastating impact of visitors. As you’ll read in this When we help them, we contribute humans are having on the oceans. issue, we’ll begin significant renova - to the health of our coastal and off - Sadly, for the people and wildlife in tions to our Outer Bay wing in Sep - shore waters. the region, the aftereffects will last tember. When it reopens next This fall, we’ll ask you to support for decades. summer, we’ll engage visitors with our new Open Sea exhibits and fur - It’s clear that all players were new experiences and animals and ther our critical research that is es - grossly underprepared to prevent tell compelling stories about the sential for saving the animals we and respond to a disaster of this magnificent animals that live in the love and the oceans that sustain us magnitude. But amid the finger-point - Open Sea. all. I hope you’ll participate. ing, someone’s missing: We, the public. But inspiration alone is not In the face of the tragedy in the Why haven’t we learned from past enough. We must understand the Gulf, there’s much to do, on many for whatever we lose experience? Why can’t we muster threats facing ocean wildlife and fronts. Working together, I’m confi - the political will to approve policies ecosystems, and take action to ad - dent we can address the challenges that our oceans and coasts deserve? dress those threats. and make a difference for the (like a you or a me) The damage to the Gulf has re - That’s why, from the very begin - oceans. Thank you again for your newed my resolve to be sure the ning, rigorous scientific research has enduring support. truly makes been central to our conservation it’s always ourselves a difference for the future of the work. We have been — and remain — oceans. I can’t thank you enough for a leader in conducting research that the support you provide to help will help save charismatic animals we find in the sea. make this vision a reality. like ’s threatened sea ot - Because of you, I feel energized ters, ocean-roaming great white – e.e. cummings and hopeful about the future. sharks and bluefin tuna.

www.montereybayaquarium.org 3 Taking Action for the Oce ans Striped surfperch - Embiotoca lateralis Mysteries of the Deep

Big Challenges, Big Solutions from offshore oil and gas leasing Research notes from MBARI Because we know so little by Michael Sutton and other sources to protect The striped surf - by Kim Fulton–Bennett about deep-sea animals, the living resources that are perch’s bright colors human activities could wipe In early June, Julie Packard put at risk by drilling operations. and oval body may Since 1996 the Aquarium’s Outer out entire species before we and I met with key members of Legislation to create the invest - mimic a typical Bay exhibit has given visitors a even know they exist. Animals Congress and the Obama Ad - ment fund, and to give greater tropical fish, but it is glimpse of life in the open sea. that reproduce quickly, such as ministration during Capitol Hill protection to ecologically found in colder sub - It has also helped people under - jellies and squids, might end up Ocean Week — an annual series sensitive waters, is now tropical and temper - stand the need to protect the replacing animals that mature of events that put a spotlight moving through Congress. ate waters along magnificent and graceful animals late and bear fewer young. on ocean issues. rocky coasts and in that inhabit this expansive The distinctive blue coloration Because of growing kelp beds, and occa - world. But not even the In order to detect such also shows up in a series of We were encouraged threats to the oceans sionally in sandy surf Outer Bay exhibit can changes in the deep sea, spots and stripes on its head. to hear unanimous, bi - worldwide from the near rocks. show ocean life in all researchers must first Bright blue stripes – even partisan commitment carbon pollution associ - its depth. have some idea of more striking set against a to take meaningful ac - ated with global climate what’s down there. copper-colored body – run tion to protect our change — warming seas, The vast majority of Scientists also need from head to tail. oceans. Real reform is within ocean acidification and rising animals in the ocean basic information on reach, and the Aquarium is sea levels chief among them — live far below the surface. In fact, what deep-sea animals eat and well-positioned to advocate for it is clearly time to commit to the “deep pelagic zone” – the how they reproduce. Robison thoughtful, effective policies a future based not on fossil dark waters between the ocean suggests that, as a precaution - that address the major threats fuels but renewable energy. surface and seafloor – may ary measure, we should create facing our oceans today. The environment will benefit, harbor more animals than any biological preserves in the deep we’ll have new sources of other habitat on Earth. sea, just as we are doing in We have long worked to win ap - green jobs, and we will no coastal waters. proval for a set of critical policy longer jeopardize places like In a recent scientific report, recommendations offered by the Arctic and the deep sea. MBARI marine biologist Bruce In the long term, marine biodi - two national ocean commissions Robison points out that many versity is more than just a scien - — recommendations that have We must also invest in science, ocean threats – rising ocean tific buzzword. It’s a key measure languished for a decade but to better understand the deep temperatures, increasing acidity, of the health and stability of the that now have the attention of ocean and how to protect decreasing oxygen, and chemi - oceans. Robison puts it this way: decision-makers. For too long, marine life. cal pollution – affect deep-sea “Protecting the stability of the we have managed our oceans animals just as they affect ecosystem that provides a major with little regard for We’ve learned, at a animals near the sea surface. portion of the world’s food supply preserving the living tremendous cost, that is obviously in our systems so essential the risks and negative The diversity and sheer best interest.” to our survival. That impacts are far too great. numbers of deep-sea must change. The Gulf oil catastrophe animals suggests they The Gulf oil disaster is a has focused national at - are too important to be perfect illustration of A larger mouth than most There was important tention on the health of ignored. According to the challenges facing The surfperch fam - surfperch lets it eat larger prey, progress in July, when President our oceans as never before. In Robison, “The animals in these animals. In June, ily is unique in that including mollusks, crustaceans, Obama signed an executive the midst of this human and this huge habitat make up es - we sent one of our autonomous their eggs are fertil - brittle stars, worms and shrimp. order establishing a first-ever ecological tragedy, we have an sential links in the oceanic food underwater vehicles to help sci - ized internally and National Ocean Policy — one unprecedented opportunity to web. They also provide food for entists investigate the spill's im - mature over the that makes protection and make a difference. important commercial species pacts on deep-ocean life. We’ll winter months until restoration of our coasts and like tuna and salmon, as well report back on this in future the fry are born oceans the top priority for all This is a decisive moment as for whales, turtles, and issues of Shorelines . alive in late spring. federal agencies that manage for our oceans. Congress and giant squid." While the young marine resources. the Obama Administration are benefit from the preparing to act. With your help protection of the We are also supporting creation and support, we’ll get closer to mother at this criti - of an Ocean Investment Fund our goal of a future with cal stage, overfishing similar to one that already exists healthy oceans. of pregnant females in California, to use revenues could affect the population. Michael Sutton is vice president and director Kim Fulton-Bennett is a communications associate for of our Center for the Future of the Oceans . the Monterey Bay Aquarium Research Institute (MBARI).

4 www.montereybayaquarium.org www.montereybayaquarium.org 5 We first introduced the mystery and wonder of the open ocean to visitors on a grand scale with the debut of our award-winning Outer Bay galleries in 1996. Now, many of the exhibits will be redesigned with new animals and stories. Out to Sea & On the Go

Loggerhead sea turtle Caretta caretta Sandbar shark Carcharhinus plumbeus

In September, we’ll research with key species like white for open-ocean sharks that need room to begin the renova - sharks and bluefin tuna. glide and turn easily. The facility also Please help make our tion that will culmi - “The Open Sea galleries will address boasts the latest in “green” operations. Open Sea galleries nate with the grand the affects of climate change, plastics Initially, it will house animals trans - a reality and further opening of our new pollution and other human impacts on ferred from the Outer Bay exhibit during our critical ocean con - Open Sea galleries the oceans,” says Senior Exhibit Devel - Northern sea nettle Chrysaora melanaster renovations. We’ll also use it as a treat - servation programs. in July 2011. oper Jaci Tomulonis. “As always, we’ll ment center for large sharks and rays, Science is at the core You’ll find a new point to positive solutions. We’ll also and as a holding facility for exhibit ani - of our work to under - look interpreting a new theme: “Out to show that making ocean-friendly most ocean life. New live exhibits will Care Center. The 32,000-square-foot, mals or those planned for release to the stand the threats fac - sea and on the go – life’s in constant changes in your daily life can directly feature loggerhead and green sea 300,000-gallon facility in the city of Ma - wild. Additionally, it will serve as a home ing ocean animals like tunas, sea otters and motion in the open ocean. We have a affect their health.” turtles, puffins and auklets. rina gives us space to raise new animals for animals that are easier to collect and great white sharks. With your support, we will chance, right now, to protect this You’ll find a fresh look to some of your We’ll interpret the region from Mon - and offers the room we need for research transport when small, until they grow to continue to make a difference for these threat - wild place.” favorite experiences, such as jellies, terey Bay to Cabo San Lucas to Hawaii and development of future exhibit species. a size suitable for our exhibits. ened species, and inspire visitors to care about This message speaks to the strong Pacific sardines and the million-gallon and introduce exciting new species, in - We’re thrilled about the possibilities. We’ll have more news to share in the them and protect them for future generations. conservation emphasis woven through - Open Sea exhibit. We’re also adding sev - cluding sharks and rays we’ve never ex - The Center contains three large holding coming months. If you haven’t already, out the galleries to protect ocean ani - eral new exhibits, including multimedia hibited before. pools, each 10 feet deep, with a combined please subscribe to our e-newsletter on Please contact our Development mals from the growing threats they face experiences about sea turtles, seabirds, To support our work, we’ve opened a capacity almost equal to our Kelp Forest. our website to receive the latest news. department at 800-840-4880 in the wild, as is supported by our field and plankton — the critical foundation of state-of-the-art Animal Research and The largest, a 60-by-40 foot oval, is ideal to speak to someone about making your gift today. Thank you.

6 www.montereybayaquarium.org www.montereybayaquarium.org 7 Ten lively young sea turtles from SeaWorld have a new home in Hot Pink Flamingos . Some of these juveniles, plus the larger turtles they replaced, will be part of the new Open Sea galleries that debut in July 2011.

Green sea turtle Chelonia mydas White Shark Carcharodon carcharias

Connect with the Aquarium, and ex - The death of our most recently exhib - plore the oceans beyond, from the ited and released in comfort of home with our newly a gill net off of Baja California reminds updated video collection. Search us that this species – and all sharks – for your favorite animals, watch Inside face significant threats. Our Juvenile videos in full-screen format, e-mail White Shark Project tags and tracks them to friends and see the newest animals in the wild, gathering valuable and most popular videos, all on Stories information about their behavior so we our website. can better protect them in the wild.

Stay on top of your seafood choices with the latest version of the Seafood Watch iPhone app coming soon. You’ll see a fresh new look and features including a “What’s New” feed, our “Super Green” seafood list, automatic updates (no more tire - some downloads), a culinary chart of alternatives, plus a few surprises. American avocet Recurvirostra americana Ocean sunfish Mola mola Sustainable seafood at your fingertips. Avocets are found across North America For over 25 years, we have relied in open country near on our members and donors for Did you know that our Aviculture wetlands, marshes, support to create exhibits and pro - team has released more than 50 beaches, prairie grams that inspire conservation of threatened snowy plovers to the ponds and shallow the oceans . We are proud of the wild? We care for rescued birds, lakes – habitats that trust you have placed in us to use and incubate and hatch eggs from lose acreage every your contributions wisely and abandoned nests. The chicks – tiny year in part due puffs of feathers atop spindly legs have highlighted our achievements to development – grow and gain strength before in the 2009 Annual Review. Read it and pollution. they are released to join the wild in the “About Us” section of our population. website or call 800-840-4880 to request your copy. Snowy plover Charadrius alexandrinus

8 www.montereybayaquarium.org What’s New

Kit’s Latest News Born in the Wild

them on hard surfaces. the benchmark of suc - She is still flummoxed by cessful rehabilitation and crab claws, however. She reintroduction efforts.” drops a crab every time Currently, there are it pinches her, then re - seven surrogate-reared trieves it — only to repeat otters in the wild (three the process again and males and four females). After several weeks in again. (This lesson might We’re thrilled to an - All of the females have the spotlight, Kit, the take a while to learn!) nounce the births of given birth and success - wildly popular Socialization is an - three sea otter pups — fully weaned pups in pup, went to “Otter U” in other important part of one each to three otters, the wild. early April. Kit’s education. Early on, all reared as stranded A 5-year-old female, Kit and her 9-year-old Kit and Mae were housed pups by surrogate otter “MBA 339,” was the first. companion, Mae, were with two otter mates – mothers here at the She delivered a male pup transferred behind the Rosa, the Aquarium’s 11- Aquarium before being in July 2008, which she scenes to give Kit more year-old surrogate otter returned to the wild. weaned in March 2009. experience handling and mother and her current Since 2005, we’ve This year she gave birth to consuming live prey — a female pup. The ram - raised and released her second pup, a female, necessary skill for sea bunctious pups play stranded pups with the in April. otters to master, especially often, but when it’s time help of three exhibit sea Preliminary evidence otters that may become to rest, the four females otters — Joy, Toola and suggests that surrogate- surrogate mothers or stay snuggled closely to Rosa — who share behind- reared pups we’ve re - companions, for other one another both in and the-scenes duties as sur - turned to the wild have a stranded pups. out of the water. rogate mothers. fairly high rate of sur - Since then, Kit has be - We anxiously await How Sea Otters Contri bute to Healthy Oceans The recent births bring vival. Sixty percent have come adept at cracking Kit’s transition from to six the number of pups lived a minimum of one open mussels with her pup to adolescent, and born in the wild to surro - year after release, com - gate-raised adult females teeth and breaking open her return to the sea ew of us need new reasons to calculated the value of kelp’s efforts in California, Alaska and Otter Fund. (Sadly, 2010 may be pared to a survival rate of that were cared for manila clams by pounding otter exhibit. save sea otters. Beyond their carbon sink and how much Russia where he contributes to the last year this is an option.) less than 30 percent for through our Sea Otter undeniable charm, they play individual sea otters contribute. our growing understanding of You can also join us in supporting pups reared exclusively Research and Conserva - a key role in preserving the link between the health of federal funding for critical sea by people. F tion program. Over the past two healthy kelp forest ecosystems. On the open market, these critter coastal waters and the survival otter research. “These births and the Without sea otters, herbivores like carbon credits would be worth of sea otters. decades we’ve cared for successful weaning of urchins munch their way through around $700 million. And that’s Take action today at nearly 500 sea otters – pups in the wild is signifi - Kit Goes to Otter U! the forest, leaving a barren and with fewer than 3,000 otters To help, you can support our sea www.montereybayaquarium.org/oa. both injured or diseased cant because the sea Throughout September, desolate seafloor. By devouring here in California. Imagine if the otter research and, through your adults and stranded otters are not only you’ll hear more about urchins, otters preserve — and population could be restored to California State Taxes, make a pups. Our staff and surviving following re - Kit’s experiences at restore — kelp forests. full health! voluntary contribution to the Sea veterinarians’ pioneering “Otter U” in special lease, they are also con - work in developing diets tributing reproductively editions of our lively Now there’s a new reason to thank That’s why our Sea Otter Research and successful proce - to the wild population,” e-newsletter. sea otters for this service. Giant and Conservation team works hard dures have resulted in THANK YOU says Animal Care Coordi - If you haven’t already, please subscribe on our kelp forests lock up carbon dioxide to return animals to the wild, and high survival rates. Our work to save sea otters is made possible by the generous support nator Karl Mayer. “This is website. And, don’t miss our Sea Otter Member through photosynthesis — what cli - conducts research to learn why we receive from dedicated individuals like you. At a time when threats Night on Saturday, September 11. We’ll have special mate scientists refer to as “carbon the population is rebuilding so to the oceans are growing in so many ways, we’re deeply grateful to all programming and fun activities — all about otters. sink.” Scientists at the University slowly. Our veterinarian, Dr. Mike our donors. You are making a difference for the animals we love and of California, Santa Cruz have Murray, plays a central role in our for the healthy oceans we need. Thank you.

10 www.montereybayaquarium.org www.montereybayaquarium.org 11 Halloween Party Aquarium Adventures Saturday, October 30 Advance registration is 7 to 10 p.m. required for all programs. Member Fee: Please call our Reserva - $15 per person; tion Center at 866-963- children under 3, free 9645 to register, or stop by the Aquarium Adventures and Member Put on your costume and join the skeletons Desk in the main lobby. Children under 18 and sea stars, black cats and bat rays for must be accompanied by a paying adult. an evening of haunted activities and ghostly good times. Kids of all ages love Morning Rounds this event featuring face painters, strolling Most Thursdays and Sundays magicians and stilt walkers. Member Fee: $45 General Public Fee: $65 Limited to members only – please, no plus Aquarium admission guests. Reservations are required and tickets are non-refundable. Interact with our exhibit animals as an aquarist would and experience a private Halloween Dinner viewing of a sea otter feeding and train - Saturday, October 30 ing session. You’ll go behind the scenes 6:30 p.m. and help prepare food, feed animals and Member Fee: $55 for adults; Member Acti vit ies learn daily maintenance for exhibits. $35 for children under 12 Seashore Sleepovers Start your evening with our special buf - August 28, fet-style Halloween Dinner. Price includes November 20 and dinner and ticket to the Halloween Party. January 14, 2011 Seating is limited; advance reservations 7 p.m. to 8:30 a.m. are required; tickets are non-refundable. Ages: 5 and older Member and Member For tickets to the Party or Dinner, call the Guest Fee: $50 Membership Office at 831-648-4880 or 800-840-4880; or stop by the Member Entrance when you visit. Early registra - Family sleepovers are a special way to tion is advised. enjoy the Aquarium after hours and sleep next to your favorite exhibit. We offer ac - Save the Date! tivities throughout the evening or you can Cooking for Solutions 2011 – May 20-22 explore the Aquarium on your own. The Join us for our annual culinary gala and Members’ Holiday Event and Sale storytelling in the auditorium and photo Member Nights Saturday, September 11: Sea Otters evening concludes with a bedtime snack. other special events celebrating sustain - Friday, December 3 opportunities with Santa! Member Nights are the perfect opportu - 7 to 9 p.m. In the morning, wake up with the fishes able cuisine. We’ll have details about 7 to 10 p.m. nity to enjoy the Aquarium. Take part in Don’t miss our Sea Otter Member Night! and enjoy a continental breakfast in the chefs, programs and very special guests Reservations are not required and guest our special programming or watch sharks, We’ll have special programming and fun ac - Portola Restaurant. in our next issue. Kick off your holidays with a visit to the cards are honored. Please enter through sea otters and jellies at your leisure. Free tivities — all about otters — including a look Aquarium for this very special Member the Main Entrance for this event. for members; registration is not required. at Kit’s time behind the scenes at “Otter Youth Group Sleepovers Hotel Accommodations Night. It’s the perfect way to share some fun U” where she learned essential skills to We also offer special sleepovers during Visit Monterey holiday cheer with friends and family while someday become a companion for other the year for youth groups. Contact our getting a jump start on your shopping. stranded pups in our Sea Otter Research Reservation Center for details. County Convention Join Us for Dinner and Visitors Bureau at and Conservation program. Special Offer on Behind-the-Scenes Tours wwww.seemonterey.com On this night only, we’re please to offer Member Dinners Wine and Food Lovers' Dinner Series an additional 10% off in our Gift and Bring your family and friends for a casual Saturday, September 11, 7:30 to 10 p.m. Saturday, November 20: Nocturnal November Starting September 6, we’re excited to offer Bookstores – for a 20% discount on buffet-style dinner in the Portola Café. 7 to 9 p.m. members a special opportunity to enjoy your entire purchase. You can choose a We’ll offer a variety of stations with local, Join Executive Chef David Anderson for a Join us for a fun night featuring programs two Behind-the-Scenes Tours for the price gorgeous glass piece by Richard Satava, seasonal and organic selections including delicious dinner featuring local sustainable and activities about the Aquarium animals of one (regular price is $10 per person). an adorable eco-friendly penguin plush, delicious soups and salads, choice of cuisine, and meet some of our community's most active at night. This offer applies to our 10:30 a.m. and or select from new merchandise making entrees and delectable desserts. Reserva - best food and wine experts. Please call the 3:00 p.m. tours, and is available by calling its debut during the event. tions are available between 6 and 7:30 p.m. on Membership Office at 831-648-4880 to Friday, January 14: Gray Whales the Reservations Center at 866-963-9645. November 20, December 3 and January make reservations. Cost is $130 per person 7 to 9 p.m. We’ll also feature wine tasting from local 14. Reservations suggested; please call (includes tax and gratuity) and includes Learn more about the epic migrations vineyards and special activities throughout Portola at 831-648-4870. Cost is $36 for reception, dinner and wine pairings. these animals make each year through the evening, including a fun craft for kids, adults; $15 for children under 12 (plus tax). the Monterey Bay.

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Hugh Van Valkenburg Honors the Aquarium With $1 Million Bequest

harter member Hugh Van Valkenburg Donors like Hugh and Helen Van Valken - cared deeply about the survival of burg enable us to continue developing our planet. A family member said, new exhibits, and furthering our educa - C“He lived frugally and asked that at tion, research and outreach programs in his death we pass his savings on to the perpetuity, ensuring that their passion for Aquarium to further its work in maintaining the oceans will continue for generations. healthy and beautiful oceans.” We’re deeply grateful for their commitment. Mr. Van Valkenburg was an engineer and worked in the space program for For further information about bequests or Lockheed for many years. After retiring, other estate planning questions please he and his wife, Helen, moved from Palo contact Linda Jaffe at [email protected] Alto to the Monterey area. According to his or 831-648-4877. family, Mr. Van Valkenburg was intrigued with the mechanical and scientific processes at the Aquarium and was especially interested in our research efforts. Hugh and Helen Van Valkenburg

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