[MARMAM] Job Postings for NARW & ESA Support
*Environmental Compliance Specialist – North Atlantic Right Whale Support* https://azuraco.com/jobs/env_comp_narw/ Azura is recruiting for an Environmental Compliance Specialist to support the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) Greater Atlantic Regional Field Office (GARFO), Protected Resources Division (PRD), Protected Species Conservation Branch, which is responsible for carrying out the mandates of the Marine Mammal Protection Act (MMPA) and the Endangered Species Act (ESA). This position will provide support for protected resources vessel strike reduction efforts along the U.S. East Coast. Work is anticipated to be remote, but applicants must reside in the mid-Atlantic region (North Carolina to New York) to meet with mariners and port operators in this region. For the full job announcement, please go to: https://azuraco.com/jobs/env_comp_narw/ *Environmental Compliance Specialist - Section 7 Support* https://azuraco.com/jobs/env_comp_section7/ Azura is recruiting for an early-career Environmental Compliance Specialist to support the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) Greater Atlantic Regional Field Office (GARFO), Protected Resources Division (PRD), Section 7 Branch, which is responsible for which is responsible for implementation of the Endangered Species Act (ESA) and Marine Mammal Protection Act (MMPA) covering the geographic range from Maine to Virginia. Technical expertise and assistance are needed to support the PRD in carrying out tasks associated with consultations under Section 7 of the ESA. All federal agencies must consult with NMFS when their action may affect a listed species or its designated critical habitat. This position will contribute to team efforts, frameworks, and internal tools used to assess the effects of ongoing and new federal activities on listed species and critical habitat in the Greater Atlantic Region. Work can be remote or on site at GARFO, 55 Great Republic Drive, Suite 04-400, Gloucester, MA. For the full job announcement, please go to: https://azuraco.com/jobs/env_comp_section7/ -- *Amy D. Whitt, M.E.M.* CEO, Senior Scientist a...@azuraco.com Azura Consulting LLC WOSB | EDWOSB *c* 870-919-2636 *o* 972-905-1416 www.azuraco.com ___ MARMAM mailing list MARMAM@lists.uvic.ca https://lists.uvic.ca/mailman/listinfo/marmam
[MARMAM] New publication on right whales and other species off Angola
On behalf of my coauthors, I am pleased to announce the recent publication of our paper on marine mammals and sea turtles off Angola. The paper is published as Open Access, so anyone can download the pdf and supplementary file using this link. https://www.doi.org/10.1017/S0025315422001084 *Citation:* Whitt, A.D., A.M. Warde, L. Blair, K.J.P. Deslarzes, and C.-H. Chaineau. 2023. Recent occurrence of marine mammals and sea turtles off Angola and first report of right whales since the whaling era. Journal of the Marine Biological Association of the United Kingdom 103:e9. *Abstract:* Marine megafauna occurrence was recorded in the deep-sea region bordering the abyssal plain ∼400 km north-west of Luanda, Angola. The survey took place during an Environmental Baseline Study (EBS), prior to drilling exploration activities, with the goal of characterizing the habitat and biodiversity of the region. Offshore shipboard surveys were conducted during September 2018 in water depths ranging from 2350–3850 m. We recorded daytime sightings of marine mammals and sea turtles and at night made audio recordings using passive acoustic monitoring (PAM) methods focused on capturing the sounds of vocalizing marine mammals. A variety of species were visually detected, including the humpback whale (*Megaptera novaeangliae*), sperm whale (*Physeter macrocephalus*), common dolphin ( *Delphinus* spp.), striped dolphin (*Stenella coeruleoalba*), Atlantic spotted dolphin (*S. frontalis*), and olive ridley turtle (*Lepidochelys olivacea*). Acoustic click bouts similar to those made by several odontocete species, possibly including beaked whales, were recorded within the 25–48 kHz range. The humpback whale was the most frequently sighted species, accounting for 56% of mammal sightings, indicating a potential far offshore migratory habitat in this region. Most notably, right whales (probable *Eubalaena australis*) were visually observed. This is the first confirmed record of right whales in Angolan waters since the early 1900s. As development expands in this offshore region, these data can usefully inform future monitoring and mitigation strategies focused on minimizing impacts to wildlife. -- *Amy D. Whitt, M.E.M.* CEO, Senior Scientist Azura Consulting LLC WOSB | EDWOSB *c* 870-919-2636 *o* 972-905-1416 www.azuraco.com a...@azuraco.com ___ MARMAM mailing list MARMAM@lists.uvic.ca https://lists.uvic.ca/mailman/listinfo/marmam
[MARMAM] Job Announcement: Analytical Chemist for Killer Whale Project
*Analytical Chemist* Azura is looking for an experienced analytical chemist to support the National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) Northwest Fisheries Science Center (NWFSC). This position is dependent on Azura being awarded a contract for the project “Non-invasive Diet Characterization of Southern Resident Killer Whales”. The objective of this project is to determine recent and long-term feeding habits of Southern Resident killer whales. Work is anticipated to be conducted full-time for a one-year period. Work will be conducted at the NWFSC in Seattle, Washington during the normal operating hours of the facility. Anticipated tasks are listed below. - Conduct bulk and compound specific stable isotope analyses of killer whale and prey tissues to develop mathematical relationships of isotopic fractionation, quantify turnover time, and characterize recent and long-term patterns of diet composition and trophic position of Southern Resident killer whales - Prepare, analyze, and archive tissue samples - Process tissues and standards for isotope analysis and ensure proper storage of samples - Maintain and organize lab equipment - Maintain safe chemical hygiene practices and adhere to laboratory safe practices *Required Qualifications* - Ph.D. degree in analytical chemistry or closely related field of study from an accredited college or university - A minimum of 2 years of analytical chemistry experience - Expertise with stable isotope analysis, especially compound specific stable isotope analysis - Expertise in one or more of the following areas: isotope-ratio mass spectrometry, coding in R, application of mixing models - Demonstrated experience working with large data sets - A documented product such as authorship of a peer-reviewed publication and/or report - Demonstrated ability to give public presentations (e.g., oral and/or poster presentations at conferences) *Preferred Qualifications* - At least 1 year of experience using isotope-ratio mass spectrometry for stable isotope analyses - At least 1 year of experience using R statistical software In compliance with federal law, all applicants must be able to prove that they are legally able to work in the United States and pass a security/background check. Azura Consulting LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any status or condition protected by applicable federal or state law. We strongly encourage all qualified persons to apply for this position. If you are interested in this position and have all of the required qualifications listed above, please send your resume and cover letter to a...@azuraco.com. In your resume, please describe how you meet all of the required qualifications and list contact information for three references who can attest to your previous work experience. In your cover letter, please describe why you would be a good fit for this position. ~ Azura Consulting LLC is an economically disadvantaged woman-owned small business specializing in marine mammal conservation, management, and research. ___ MARMAM mailing list MARMAM@lists.uvic.ca https://lists.uvic.ca/mailman/listinfo/marmam
[MARMAM] New Study Seeks to Improve Outreach Methods to Help Boaters and Whales
Azura Consulting is surveying boaters who operate large pleasure vessels and yachts along the U.S. East Coast. We are interested in learning about boater knowledge and opinions of programs designed to reduce the likelihood of unintentional boat strikes with large whales. The main goals of this survey are to: ●Better understand factors that motivate the observance of speed rules and restrictions, ●Assess the effectiveness of education and outreach methods used to reach these boating communities, and ●Determine if there are more effective communication and outreach tools to enhance compliance with speed restrictions and recommendations. The online survey invites boaters who operate recreational vessels or yachts 35 feet or more in length along the U.S. East Coast to participate. If you are a boat operator who has piloted these types of boats within the last 10 years, please help get more voices heard by completing this short 20-minute survey! The results of this survey will assist NOAA Fisheries in directing the development of future outreach and education efforts. Please help us disseminate the survey to qualified boaters! www.surveymonkey.com/r/boatersurvey ___ MARMAM mailing list MARMAM@lists.uvic.ca https://lists.uvic.ca/mailman/listinfo/marmam
[MARMAM] R Programmer for Cetacean Abundance Estimation
Azura is looking for an experienced R programmer to develop a unified tool for generating design-based estimates of cetacean abundance. This work will be conducted for NOAA Fisheries in the Pacific, and the tool should be easily adapted for use by analysts in other regions. This project will involve updating and transitioning the existing analysis code into an open data science format using R and related tools (e.g., RStudio, R Markdown, Git, GitHub). The core components of the abundance estimation tool include data processing, data evaluation, detection function formulation, and parameter estimation for two specific methods: 1) a group-based application for most species where the estimator accounts for the effect of multiple covariates on the detection function and 2) a subgroup-based application for false killer whales where the estimator allows for separate estimation of each parameter. The final product from this effort will be the streamlined and well-annotated code and associated documentation that users can access through GitHub although the feasibility and utility of R packaging may also be considered. *Duties* · Update and transition existing code for each core component of each design-based abundance estimation method (i.e., group-based for most species and subgroup-based for false killer whales) into an open data science format using the R programming language and related tools. o For the data processing component, develop new code that refines output from the newly developed R package ‘swfscDAS’, which processes data files from the line-transect data collection program ‘WinCruz’, and produces sightings and effort summaries in formats needed for evaluation and analysis. o For the data evaluation component, develop new code that uses the processed sightings summary and examines data availability by cetacean species and stock, truncation distances for detection functions, and sample sizes for detection function and abundance estimation. o For the detection function formulation component, develop new code that uses the processed sightings summary and established truncation distances and models and evaluates each detection function, interfacing with existing ‘Distance’ R packages when possible. o For the parameter estimation component, develop new code that uses the processed data summaries and detection function models and estimates the survey-specific parameters and results (i.e., effective strip width, group or subgroup size, trackline detection probability or g(0), density, and abundance) and associated uncertainty using established bootstrap procedures. · Annotate and debug the new code and work with NOAA to validate the results of each core component for each method. · Ensure that the new code is integrated across all components and, to the extent possible, generalized for each method so that the abundance estimation tool can be implemented for multiple species and stocks at one time. · Work with NOAA to prepare any additional documentation that may be required to package, publish, or otherwise distribute the abundance estimation tool. *Required Qualifications* · Interpreting code written by others in the R programming language · Creating efficient and streamlined R code in an open data science format · Using open data science tools, such as the R package ‘tidyverse’, RStudio, R Markdown, Git, and GitHub · Proficiency with developing R code for quantitative and statistical analyses · Ability to create code in a collaborative environment with feedback and collaboration during the development and validation process · Excellent verbal and written communication skills *Preferred Qualifications* · Interpreting code written by others in the Fortran programming language · Familiarity with design-based line-transect analysis Work will be conducted remotely, and you must be able to pass a security background check. If you are interested in this position and have all of the required qualifications listed above, please send your resume and cover letter to a...@azuraco.com. In your resume, please describe how you meet all of the required qualifications and list contact information for three references who can attest to your previous work experience. In your cover letter, please describe why you would be a good fit for this position. -- *Amy D. Whitt, M.E.M.* CEO, Senior Scientist Azura Consulting LLC WOSB | EDWOSB *c* 870-919-2636 *o* 972-905-1416 www.azuraco.com ___ MARMAM mailing list MARMAM@lists.uvic.ca https://lists.uvic.ca/mailman/listinfo/marmam
[MARMAM] Marine Mammal Observers in Virginia Beach
*Marine Mammal Observers (MMOs) in Virginia Beach* Azura is looking for MMOs based in or near the Virginia Beach, VA area. Potential work would include land-based monitoring and mitigation during construction for one year beginning this spring. Work may be sporadic, ranging from 1 day a week to 6 days a week depending on the construction schedule. If you are a Virginia Beach MMO and interested in this work, please send your resume to len...@azuraco.com. In your resume, please describe your previous MMO experience and list any relevant certifications (e.g., BOEM- or JNCC-approved PSO certifications). ___ MARMAM mailing list MARMAM@lists.uvic.ca https://lists.uvic.ca/mailman/listinfo/marmam
[MARMAM] Marine Mammal Observers Needed for Falkland Islands
*Marine Mammal Observers (MMOs) for Falkland Islands* MMOs will be deployed on bottom trawl vessels in the Falkland Islands Loligo squid fishery. They will be fishing in the Southwest Atlantic. The main role of the MMO on each vessel will be to conduct observations to estimate seal abundance per species and describe seal-fishing gear interactions. Additionally, MMO duties will include sampling Loligo catches on a daily basis for biometrics, monitoring the performance of bird scaring lines (BSL), documenting seabird mortality, and weighing and measuring samples of juvenile toothfish. Work will begin approximately mid July 2020 in the Falkland Islands. There will be two seasons of 68 days each (64 continuous days at sea for each season). The second season will be in February 2021. Additional cruises in the following years may be an option. Although 64 continuous days at sea are expected during each season, short transshipment port calls may occur. *Duties* · Monitor at least three trawls per day (i.e., shooting and hauling) and record seal abundance, their interactions with fishing gear, live escapees, live releases and incidental mortalities · Real-time reporting of seal bycatch. Carcass sampling or measurement and marking · Complete two excel data sheet forms on a daily basis and send the files to the client three times per week (laptop computer and internet will be provided onboard the vessel) · Record details from fishing activity: shoot, turn, and haul times and positions, commercial catch and bycatch (provided by the vessel/logbook) · Monitor Seal Exclusions Devices (SED) and BSL type and maintenance, net cleaning and discard management · Daily monitor and record seabird interactions with fishing gear during seal observations · Record seabird mortalities and reveal their possible causes; collect and preserve all carcasses if required · Daily measure 100 Loligo specimens and weigh the entire squid sample · Daily weigh all identifiable toothfish bycatch and measure total length of an accumulated number of 100 specimens per week *Requirements* · University degree, minimum a BSc in Biology/Marine Sciences/Fisheries or a related field · A minimum of 100 days of MMO experience at sea · High level of written and spoken English · Medium level of Spanish language. Conversational Spanish is accepted. Non-native speakers should provide proof of studies. · Valid ENG1 or an equivalent that is of an IMO (International Maritime Organisation) standard · Valid STCW sea survival certificate. BOSIET certificate is also accepted. · Valid passport and the ability to travel overseas · The ability to pass a medical physical and spend at least 64 continuous days at sea · Be open to diverse food options served at sea · You can commit to 68 days of continuous work beginning on or around 27 July 2020 · Provide your own raingear, boots, gloves and personal items for deployment · Provide your own cell phone with international calling plan and WhatsApp Please send your resume and cover letter as soon as possible to a...@azuraco.com. In your resume, please describe how you meet all of the requirements listed above and list contact information for three references who can attest to your previous work experience. In your cover letter, please describe why you would be a good fit for this job, any work/travel overseas, and your work on boats as an MMO. If you have questions, please email them to a...@azuraco.com. If you do not meet ALL of the requirements, please do not apply. ___ MARMAM mailing list MARMAM@lists.uvic.ca https://lists.uvic.ca/mailman/listinfo/marmam
[MARMAM] Net Loss: The Vanishing Vaquita Porpoise
*Net Loss: The Vanishing Vaquita Porpoise* Learn about one of the most endangered marine mammal species in the world and the efforts to save it during “Net Loss: The Vanishing Vaquita Porpoise,” *7-9 p.m., Thursday, Nov. 2* at Collin College’s Spring Creek Campus Living Legends Conference Center in Plano, Texas <https://www.google.com/maps/place/2800+E+Spring+Creek+Pkwy,+Plano,+TX+75074/@33.0507326,-96.6787869,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m5!3m4!1s0x864c1991bd5afbfb:0x84bf932f19c8ac3d!8m2!3d33.0507326!4d-96.6765982> . This free public event will include a screening of “Souls of the Vermilion Sea,” a documentary film by Wild Lens about the struggle to save the vaquita, as well as forum addressing related topics. Senior Marine Scientist, Amy Whitt M.E.M., will provide information about the vaquita, discuss the main threats to the species, and provide an update on the unprecedented international conservation effort taking place in the Gulf of California right now. Jennifer O'Loughlin-Brooks, Collin College Professor of Psychology, will discuss how conservation psychology can encourage safeguarding of wildlife and the natural world. You will also learn about ways that you can help save the vaquita. Local environmental organizations will be on hand with helpful information. Refreshments will be available and Collin College student art will be on display. “Net Loss” is co-sponsored by multiple Collin College organizations, including Psi Beta, Collin Association for Sustainable Efforts, LULAC, and the Honors Institute. You aren’t in the Plano, Texas area? No problem. You can join the event via the webinar. Details are provided below. Webinar Instructions: Join from PC, Mac, Linux, iOS or Android: https://zoom.us/j/144800970 Or iPhone one-tap: US: +16465588656,,144800970# or +16699006833,,144800970# Or Telephone Dial(for higher quality, dial a number based on your current location): US: +1 646 558 8656 or +1 669 900 6833 Meeting ID: 144 800 970 International numbers available: https://zoom.us/zoomconference?m=6GfpYA19NkGKsSVKpUnOm55E41dRbRhy -- *Amy D. Whitt, M.E.M.* CEO, Senior Scientist Azura Consulting LLC WOSB | EDWOSB *c* 870-919-2636 *o* 972-905-1416 www.azuraco.com <https://www.linkedin.com/in/amy-whitt-25a04b6/>[image: https://www.facebook.com/azuraconsulting/] <https://www.facebook.com/azuraconsulting/> <https://twitter.com/AzuraConsulting> ___ MARMAM mailing list MARMAM@lists.uvic.ca https://lists.uvic.ca/mailman/listinfo/marmam
[MARMAM] New Publication: Killer whales harassing sperm whales in the Gulf of Mexico
Dear colleagues, My coauthors and I are pleased to announce our new publication: Whitt, A.D., M.A. Baran, M. Bryson, and L.E. Rendell. 2015. First report of killer whales harassing sperm whales in the Gulf of Mexico. Aquatic Mammals 41(3): 252-255. DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1578/AM.41.3.2015.252 In this short note, we describe an interesting and prolonged interaction between five killer whales and 19 sperm whales in the Gulf of Mexico. This encounter provides a rare insight into the lives of the cryptic Gulf of Mexico killer whales and their potential predation on the sperm whale population in the northern Gulf. To obtain a PDF, please go to http://dx.doi.org/10.1578/AM.41.3.2015.252 or contact Amy Whitt (a...@azuraco.com) for a reprint. -- *Amy D. Whitt, M.E.M.* CEO, Senior Scientist a...@azuraco.com Azura Consulting LLC WOSB | EDWOSB www.azuraco.com <http://www.linkedin.com/pub/amy-whitt/6/4b/25a/> <https://twitter.com/AzuraConsulting> ___ MARMAM mailing list MARMAM@lists.uvic.ca https://lists.uvic.ca/mailman/listinfo/marmam
[MARMAM] Review of Marine Mammal Records of Cuba
Dear colleagues, We are pleased to announce a recent publication on marine mammals in Cuban waters. *Whitt, A.D., Jefferson, T.A., Blanco, M., Fertl, D., and Rees, D. (2011) A review of marine mammal records of Cuba. Latin American Journal of Aquatic Mammals 9(2): 65-122.* *http://dx.doi.org//10.55.97/lajam00175 http://dx.doi.org//10.55.97/lajam00175* Abstract: There has been very little research on marine mammals in Cuban waters. Much of the information on marine mammals in this region is buried in historical and gray literature. In order to provide a comprehensive account of marine mammal occurrence in Cuba's Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ), we reviewed and verified 659 published and unpublished sighting, stranding, capture, and tagging records. Eighteen extant species and four genera have confirmed records for Cuban EEZ waters. This includes 17 species of cetaceans (three baleen whales and 14 toothed whales) and one sirenian species. An additional 11 cetacean species and one extant pinniped species have been reported, but not confirmed, or may have the potential to occur in Cuban waters. Historical records of the Caribbean monk seal (*Monachus tropicalis*) are documented in Cuba; however, this species is now considered extinct. The only two species that are seen regularly and considered common in Cuban nearshore waters are the common bottlenose dolphin (*Tursiops truncatus*) and the West Indian manatee (*Trichechus manatus*). Resumen: No hay mucha investigación sobre el tema de los mamíferos marinos en aguas cubanas. La mayoría de la información se encuentra enterrada en la literatura histórica y gris. A fin de proporcionar un informe completo de la presencia de mamíferos marinos en la Zona Económica Exclusiva (ZEE) de Cuba, hemos revisado y verificado 659 registros publicados y no publicados de avistamientos, varamientos, capturas y marcajes. Dieciocho especies existentes y cuatro géneros tienen registros confirmados para las aguas de la ZEE cubana. Esto incluye 17 especies de cetáceos (tres ballenas barbadas y 14 odontocetos) y una especie de sirenio. También se han reportado sin confirmar, o tienen el potencial de presentarse en aguas cubanas, 11 especies de cetáceos y una especie de pinnípedo. Existen registros históricos de la foca monje del Caribe (*Monachus tropicalis*) en Cuba, sin embargo esta especie se considera extinta. Las únicas dos especies que se ven regularmente y se consideran comunes en las aguas costeras de Cuba son el tursión (*Tursiops truncatus*) y el manatí antillano (*Trichechus manatus*). The paper is available online http://www.lajamjournal.org/index.php/lajam/article/view/355/pdf Or via email request to adwh...@gmail.com Cheers, Amy *Amy D. Whitt, M.E.M.* Senior Marine Scientist Protected Resources Versar*GMI* www.versar.com www.geo-marine.com ___ MARMAM mailing list MARMAM@lists.uvic.ca https://lists.uvic.ca/mailman/listinfo/marmam
[MARMAM] North Atlantic Right Whale Publication
Dear colleagues, We are pleased to announce a recent publication on North Atlantic right whales in the Mid-Atlantic. Whitt AD, Dudzinski K, and Laliberté JR. 2013. North Atlantic right whale distribution and seasonal occurrence in nearshore waters off New Jersey, USA, and implications for management. Endangered Species Research 20:59-69. ABSTRACT: The presence of endangered North Atlantic right whales Eubalaena glacialis in the mid-Atlantic region of the USA is not well understood. Adequate protection of right whales in the face of plans to develop offshore renewable energy requires more information about this species' distribution and occurrence in this region. We present findings from the first year-round study dedicated to marine mammals in New Jersey's nearshore waters using line transect surveys and passive acoustic monitoring. Four groups of right whales, including a cow-calf pair, were sighted. Right whales were detected acoustically during all seasons. Sightings of females and subsequent confirmations of these same individuals in the calving grounds a month or less later illustrate that these waters are part of this species' migratory corridor. Observations of skim-feeding behavior suggest that feeding may also occur in areas farther south than the main feeding grounds. Based on the year-round occurrence of right whales off New Jersey, we recommend that presumed seasonal migratory patterns not be used alone to determine the timing of construction activities or monitoring/mitigation efforts for offshore development. Our results also provide support for the expansion of existing critical habitat to include nearshore waters of the mid-Atlantic. The paper is available online http://www.int-res.com/abstracts/esr/v20/n1/p59-69/ Or via email request to adwh...@gmail.commailto:adwh...@gmail.com Cheers, Amy Amy D. Whitt, M.E.M. Senior Marine Scientist Protected Resources Geo-Marine, Inc. www.geo-marine.comhttp://www.geo-marine.com/ ___ MARMAM mailing list MARMAM@lists.uvic.ca https://lists.uvic.ca/mailman/listinfo/marmam
[MARMAM] losses to the marine mammal community
May 19, 2008 For Immediate Release: Geo-Marine, Inc. (GMI) is conducting Ocean/Windpower Baseline Ecological Studies for the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP) Division of Science, Research Technology, in regards to potential wind farm development off the New Jersey coast. Saturday, May 17, three of our employees were participating in an aerial marine mammal survey associated with this study when the aircraft crashed. One of our employees, Stephen Claussen of Seattle, WA, was killed in the accident. The other two team members, Jacalyn Toth Brown and Juan Carlos Salinas, were seriously injured and are undergoing treatment at AtlantiCare Regional Medical Center in Atlantic City, NJ. The aircraft involved was owned by Ambroult Aviation. John Ambroult (the pilot) was also killed in the crash. Stephen was a Marine Mammal Observer supporting our Wind Power Ecological Baseline Studies for NJDEP. Jacalyn is a Marine Scientist from our Millville, NJ office supporting our Wind Power Ecological Baseline Studies for NJDEP. Juan Carlos is a Marine Mammal Observer supporting our Wind Power Ecological Baseline Studies for NJDEP. Our thoughts and prayers are with the families, friends, and associates of those involved in this tragic event. No words can express our sadness over this loss. GMI extends its thanks to the FAA, the New Jersey State Police, and all local responders for their support during the search and rescue efforts. We continue to work with these parties and the NTSB to develop an understanding of the facts that led to this tragic event. For more information please contact Mark Tanner, President and COO of GMI, at 972-423-5480 or [EMAIL PROTECTED] Geo-Marine, Inc. is a Plano, TX based Environmental and Engineering Services firm with seven office locations within the U.S. and project locations world-wide. Amy Whitt, M.E.M. Marine Mammal Biologist Geo-Marine, Inc. [EMAIL PROTECTED] www.geo-marine.com ___ MARMAM mailing list MARMAM@lists.uvic.ca https://lists.uvic.ca/mailman/listinfo/marmam
