We are seeking presenters for the 2005 NAME Annual conference, July 20 - 23. Bamfield is at the hub of a diverse and rich profusion of marine habitats. Nearby are white sand beaches interspersed with rocky shores dissected by surge channels and tide pools. Several sea caves in the area have been the subject of research on changes in abundance and distribution of sessile species in cool, damp, dark environments. Over 50 species of sponges occur in Execution Rock Cave. Locally, tidal currents sweep the shores which are lined by suspension feeding rock jingles, mussels, sea cucumbers, porcelain crabs, and many other creatures. Nearby fjords plunge to depths of several hundred meters. Deep sea glass sponges and branching corals occur here. To the northwest are the world renowned Broken Group; part of the Pacific Rim National Park and a kayaker’s paradise. And to the southwest the craggy cliffs are exposed to the awesome power of the open Pacific combers.

The Conference Committee invites educators, scientists, and other interested persons to submit proposals for conference concurrent sessions. We seek subjects and methods that are relevant to both formal and informal audiences, and presentations from all subject areas that will help us “ride the wave” Concurrent sessions will be held in the new Rix Marine Sciences Discovery Centre in Bamfield July 21 and 22 in the morning and afternoon. Sessions are 40 minutes long; please indicate if you require 2 back-to-back sessions. There may be opportunities to conduct sessions directly on docks at the waters edge; let us know if this would work for you.

This conference will be a remarkable opportunity to enjoy Canada’s “true” West coast while learning and teaching others about marine and aquatic education.

Deadline for proposal submission is May 27, 2005. Submissions should be 100 words
maximum, and should indicate the type of presentation, expected audience and the AV equipment required/desired.

Note; All presenters (except invited speakers) are expected to register for the conference.
Please send your proposals to:
Judy Ashurst
2891Foul Bay Road
Victoria, BC
V8R 5C7

Or preferably by email to: jashurst@shaw.ca