OCEAN ALIVE CAMP EMPOWERING YOUTH FOR OCEAN SUSTAINABILITY W H A T ' S U N I Q U E ENGAGE IN A FISHERWOMEN CONSERVATION PROJECT

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OCEAN 2018 PORTUGAL ALIVE CAMP S U M M E R S C H O O L S H O R T - T E R M F A C U L T Y - L E D P R O G R A M EMPOWERING YOUTH FOR OCEAN SUSTAINABILITY MARINE SCIENCE AND EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING IN A

Our educational program embeds into an award-winning local sustainability project, Keepers of the Sea.

1 OCEAN 2018 PORTUGAL ALIVE CAMP S U M M E R S C H O O L S H O R T - T E R M F A C U L T Y - L E D P R O G R A M EMPOWERING YOUTH FOR OCEAN SUSTAINABILITY MARINE SCIENCE AND EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING IN A COMMUNITY-LED CONSERVATION PROJECT Ocean Alive Camp is a Summer School that aims to inspire young people to become stewards of ocean conservation. Our educational program embeds into an award-winning local sustainability project, Keepers of the Sea. Brightened with our passion and long term scientific (net)work at the Sado Estuary Natural Reserve and Arrábida Marine Park. W H A T ' S U N I Q U E ENGAGE IN A FISHERWOMEN CONSERVATION PROJECT LEARN FROM LOCAL SCIENTIFIC KNOWLEDGE EXPLORE NATURAL PARKS AND MARINE PROTECTED AREAS BE GUIDED BY PASSIONATE MARINE BIOLOGISTS PARTICIPATE IN A REAL PROJECT WITH IMPACT

During the camp, students will witness firsthand the conflict between the needs of the ocean and the needs of the people.

Camp activities include lectures, handson lab classes, field and water activities as tools explore marine life, and close

BE THE CHANGE YOU WANT TO SEA Ocean Alive Camp takes place in Setúbal, one of the most beautiful bays in the world.

2 During the camp, students will witness firsthand the conflict between the needs of the ocean and the needs of the people. Participants will take on the challenge of developing life-changing and balanced solutions as part of their final project. Camp activities include lectures, handson lab classes, field and water activities as tools explore marine life, and close interaction with local culture. BE THE CHANGE YOU WANT TO SEA Ocean Alive Camp takes place in Setúbal, one of the most beautiful bays in the world. Setúbal is located by the Sado Estuary Nature Reserve, classified as an important area for nature conservation, and Arrábida Natural Park, a hotspot of marine biodiversity and the first marine protected area to be implemented in Portugal.

PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS» Learn the monitoring

bottlenose dolphins in a boat trip» Snorkel the

biodiversity of the seagrass meadows at low tide»

by its wonders in a laboratory» Ride the waves in

culture with a visit to the fish market and get

fascinating life stories of the local fisherwomen

Take action by participating in a beach cleaning

scientific protocols and meet Portuguese marine

3 PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS» Learn the monitoring techniques used for the resident population of bottlenose dolphins in a boat trip» Snorkel the rocky reefs of Arrábida Marine Park» Explore the biodiversity of the seagrass meadows at low tide» Sample plankton while kayaking and be surprised by its wonders in a laboratory» Ride the waves in a surf experience» Immerse yourself in local culture with a visit to the fish market and get moving with traditional dance» Listen to the fascinating life stories of the local fisherwomen and discover secret recipes in a cooking class» Take action by participating in a beach cleaning and awareness campaign with local children» Apply scientific protocols and meet Portuguese marine science experts» Enjoy the night lights through stargazing and firefly observation

OCEAN ALIVE PROGRAM EXPERTS Raquel Gaspar, PhD Cetaceans, Conservation, Science

ocean protection through marine education and engagement with local coastal communities.

4 OCEAN ALIVE PROGRAM EXPERTS Raquel Gaspar, PhD Cetaceans, Conservation, Science communication Sílvia Tavares, MSc Biodiversity, Conservation, Marine Education READY TO TAKE PART AND MAKE A DIFFERENCE? ABOUT OCEAN ALIVE Ocean Alive is a Portuguese NGO committed to transforming behaviors for ocean protection through marine education and engagement with local coastal communities. The Keepers of the Sea project fosters new roles and job opportunities for fisherwomen while valuing their wisdom and empowering their community in marine protection

P R O G R A M R E V I E W S "While we were in Portugal we cleaned up trash at a small fishery

During the program we were asked to create a power talk on a subject we had been studying (we chose

" - Whitney, Madeline, Lily and Antara, 1st edition students and Elimiwaste founders

Their love for the ocean/all waterways sparked a new perspective on how I view the ocean and it's

APPLY NOW PROGRAM DETAILS Meals, accomodation, transfer from the airport and program materials 8 to

No previous experience required Ability to swim is encouraged Limited to 30 participants per

5 P R O G R A M R E V I E W S "While we were in Portugal we cleaned up trash at a small fishery located in the Sado Estuary, we really saw first hand the problem. During the program we were asked to create a power talk on a subject we had been studying (we chose plastic waste in the ocean) (...) we decided to start a nonprofit for our project." - Whitney, Madeline, Lily and Antara, 1st edition students and Elimiwaste founders "(Raquel and Sílvia) Two of the most compassionate people I know. Their love for the ocean/all waterways sparked a new perspective on how I view the ocean and it's cool creatures." - Ivana, 2nd edition student JOIN US IN 2018! APPLY NOW PROGRAM DETAILS Meals, accomodation, transfer from the airport and program materials 8 to 20-day programs will be provided High school and College students For ages 14 to 20 English spoken No previous experience required Ability to swim is encouraged Limited to 30 participants per session CONTACT US info@ocean-alive.org Some of the pictures were obtained during the OACamp 2017 as part as "Aquatic Ecosystems and Sustainability" CIEE program

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