Hope on the Horizon: Protecting Marine Mammals in a Changing World

In-Person Program

MMCC marine biologist, Dave Bader, will share how the Center rescues, rehabilitates, and releases injured, sick, and orphaned marine mammals, and how each patient is a window into the changing health of our ocean. For adults.

Bio: Dave Bader has more than two decades of experience in informal science education and has played an integral role in developing and managing educational programs since beginning his career in 1998. As Chief Operations & Education Officer at the Marine Mammal Care Center, Dave has created a suite of capacity-building opportunities for staff, university, and agency scientists, and for informal science educators throughout the country. His diverse experience and background in marine science, conservation programming and education programming are the backbone of his passion for creating inclusive learning environments for youth and our community. He applies his extensive knowledge of science, marine biology, pedagogy, and inclusion in every aspect of MMCC’s education programming.

Topic: Discover the remarkable work of Marine Mammal Care Center (MMCC) and gain an inside look at the challenges facing Southern California's marine ecosystem. From marine heatwaves, harmful algal blooms, diseases, entanglement, and the growing impacts of climate change, Dave will explore the increasing threats confronting marine wildlife, and what these animals are telling us about the future of our coastal environment. This inspiring and thought-provoking presentation highlights both the urgency of the challenges ahead and the opportunities for science, conservation, and community action to make a lasting difference.

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