Spaces available on Historic Algalita/5 Gyres Japanese Tsunami Expedition
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For additional information - (562) 598-4889 or opsadmin@algalita.org
Algalita Marine Research Foundation, 5 Gyres Institute and Pangaea Explorations, LLC, offer an unprecedented opportunity to scientists, educators and interested parties to sail through the projected
debris field left in the wake of two of nature's deadliest forces....a massive earthquake and devastating tsunami (click HERE to view projected debris field movement). Join our research expedition through the North Pacific Ocean sailing aboard Pangaea Explorations Sea Dragon.
Leg One: May 1 - May 23, 2012. Departing Kwajalein Atoll in the Marshall Islands we will go through the area of the North Pacific Gyre, referred to as the "Western Pacific Garbage Patch", where little research has been conducted on plastic pollution, arriving in Tokyo on May 23.
Tokyo: May 23 - May 30, 2012. During a week layover in Tokyo, a Symposium will be held on May 27 to bring non-scientists, journalist, students, and interested parties together to increase public awareness of the environmental plastic issue.
Leg Two: May 30 - July 1, 2012. Departing Tokyo, we will travel due east to Hawaii, crossing the Tsunami Debris Field, arriving on the Island of Maui, July 1.
Cost Per Person: Leg 1 - $9,500. Leg 2 - $15,500. A deposit of $4,000 and $5,000, respectively, is required at the time of registration. Please consult your personal tax advisor regarding taxable portion. Proceeds will support Algalitas’ and 5 Gyres cooperative research and science-based educational outreach.
Cost includes: Berth space, meals and participation in scientific activities throughout the Expedition.
Cost exclusions: Land lodging, including the layover in Japan. Transportation to and from vessel points of departure or arrival. Click here for fundraising tips >>
EXPEDITION GOALS are to study the effects of plastic pollution and marine debris relative to:
- providing habitat for marine life and its ability to transport invasive species from one continent to another;
- rates of decomposition of debris;
- colonization of marine life on, and into, different materials;
- educating students through the Algalita Ship-2-Shore blog; and
- spatial distribution of debris along the entire voyage transect
Requirements: Must be at least 18 years old, personal medical insurance must be in place prior to any point of departure. Valid Passport/Visa.
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2012 Voyage in the news
CNN looks at "Plastic Wars" - Featuring Chico Bags' Andy Keller & Dr. Marcus Eriksen
IPRC & The STS Pallada Press Release - Russian Ship Finds Tsunami Debris where Scientists Predicted
