News and Updates
This section features stories that highlight how remarkable yet fragile the ocean is. It also speaks to the connection between humans and the ocean and our responsibility to protect it.
Stories, unless otherwise noted, are written by Pam Ferris-Olson, PhD. Pam has studied ocean creatures, worked in communication, and, as founder of Women Mind the Water, focuses on the relationship between humans and water. Her Wo(men) Mind the Water Artivist Series explores the work of artivists (artists +activists) and their impact in influencing change.
Be Part of the Solution: Say ‘No’ to non-recyclable takeout containers
Everyday should be Earth Day! You do your part to contribute to the solution. Women Mind the Water (womenmindthewater.com) has created a guide to help you reduce trash consumption when purchasing takeout or bringing leftovers home from a restaurant. There’s a list of things of what to do at home to reduce your footprint when consuming takeout food. There’s a second list to share with your local restaurant. Help them switch to recyclable/renewable take-out containers.
International Polar Bear Day - February 27
February 27 is International Polar Bear Day. My latest story in the news section of WomenMindtheWater.com discusses polar bears, the only bear considered a marine mammal. IPB Day corresponds to the time when polar bears are hidden in their dens with their new cubs. Learn more about this Arctic bear and link to video about polar bear denning research.
November Update
What’s new this November? New podcasts, new ocean news, new handles on YouTube and Mastodon.
Fish hats, secret pockets, rock massages and other amazing marine mammal details
Fish hats? On whales? Sometimes in doing research for an article, I come across an odd story on social media. It’s strange enough that I feel compelled to dig deeper trying to find out if it’s an Internet legend or fact based. That was the case with a story I read about orca whales. The story stated that some orca’s in the waters near Seattle had adopted the fashion trend of wearing fish on their heads. Knowing a bit about orca aka killer whales in the wild, I had a healthy suspicion that this story was just that – a story. This article is investigating some of the odd behaviors of marine mammals.
