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Date |
Wednesday, May 24, 2006 |
Speaker |
Fred Benko |
Location |
Farrand Hall, Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History
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Time |
Doors open at 7 and program starts at 7:30 pm |
Cost |
Free |
Title |
Santa Barbara Channel Marine Life |
Topics |
The Santa Barbara channel is known as one of the best areas in the world to view ocean wildlife. Over 27 species of whales, dolphins and porpoises visit this area at various times of the year, along with seals, sea lions and many species of sea birds. The major draw is the abundance of food in the channel as a result of its East-West orientation and the presence of the Channel Islands located 25 miles offshore. If you have ever wanted to experience the wonders of our local Channel's marine life without the fear of getting sea sick here is your chance to take a virtual tour with Captain Fred Benko of the CONDOR Express. The program will consist of a stunning slide presentation along with tales of the deep. |
About the Speaker |
Captain Fred has been running fishing, whale watching and natural history trips into the Santa Barbara Channel since 1973. He currently owns and operates a high-speed jet powered catamaran, the CONDOR Express, on daily whale watching trips. He has received numerous awards including a Congressional Environmental Hero Award and a Stewardship Award from the National Marine Sanctuary program. |
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