As non-marine scientists, how can we protect our precious marine life?
“Ghost nets”, abandoned or lost fishing gear, lead to nearly 300,000 whale and dolphin deaths globally each year, impacting local species like the Chinese white dolphin and horseshoe crab.
Join the Alumni Office as we take action! We’ll learn basic diving skills, explore the marine ecosystem, and assist in clearing ghost nets under expert guidance.
Continuing our “Mindful Sand Art” journey, join us in Sai Kung on October 20.
Let’s discover and explore our community together!
Event Details:
Date: 20 October 2024 (Sunday)
Time: 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Location: Sai Kung Public Pier
Target: Alumni aged 18 or above (Prior diving experiences are not required)
Fee: Free
Participant Limit: 12
Application: https://bit.ly/4gFzzLo
Partner Organisation: Bling Bling Ocean Foundation
The Bling Bling Ocean Foundation is dedicated to protecting the marine environment and regularly organises beach clean-up activities, collaborating with professional divers to remove underwater ocean debris. They also regularly work with professional divers to clear “ghost nets” to safeguard marine ecology. Visit their website: https://blingblingocean.org/.