ORCA Ocean Research and Conservation AssociationChanging the Nature of Aquatic Conservation
 

SPECIAL EVENTS


“GLOW: Living Lights,” a New Special Exhibit
Raleigh, NC - June 19 thru Sept. 12, 2010 | Discover what puts the “fire” in fireflies when the N.C. Museum of Natural Sciences in downtown Raleigh opens “GLOW: Living Lights,” a new special exhibit on display from June 19 through Sept. 12. Visitors start their journey by investigating the chemical process that produces “cool” light. Learn More


Dr. Widder to Speak at the 2010 Aspen Ideas Festival
Aspen, CO - July 5 thru July 11, 2010 | Some of the world's most inspired and provocative thinkers, writers, artists, business people, teachers, and leaders are gathered here. Each day, they will teach, speak, lead, question, and interact with an audience ready to delve into a world of ideas, thought, and discussion. Learn More


Dr. Widder Gives Prestigious TED Talk In The Galapagos Islands
Galapagos Islands - April 9, 2010 | Dr. Edie Widder, award winning scientist and founder of the Ocean Research & Conservation Association (ORCA), participated in the TED Mission Blue Voyage in the Galapagos focused on ocean health and conservation. Dr. Widder's TED presentation recorded from the deck of the ship Endeavour and is now available on the web. Story


Forum On Local Ecosystems
Kissimmee, FL - Sepember 30, 2009 | On Wednesday, September 30, 2009 a facilitated meeting involving agricultural landowners along with local and national experts on our regions ecosystems, was held at the Florida Cattlemen’s Association office in Kissimmee, FL. Story



 

ORCA IS DEDICATED TO THE PROTECTION & RESTORATION OF AQUATIC ECOSYSTEMS &
THE SPECIES THEY SUSTAIN THROUGH THE DEVELOPMENT OF INNOVATIVE TECHNOLOGIES
& SCIENCE BASED CONSERVATION ACTION.
PLEASE HELP SUPPORT OUR MISSION.


ORCA NEWS & EVENTS


"Deployment of
ORCA’s Kilroys in the Indian River Lagoon
will be a huge step forward for improvement and restoration efforts as well as the quality of life for area residents."
-George Jones
Indian Riverkeeper


DID YOU KNOW?
Studies show that protecting critical marine habitats -- such as coral reefs, seagrass beds and mangroves -- can dramatically increase fish size and quantity.