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Scuba Scouts Recognize USGS Employees
Dan Basta, Director of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA)'s National Marine Sanctuaries, gave an inspiring keynote address on "Education Through Exploration" and how the SSUSATB embodies this vision. Organized in 2001 by Captain David Olson (U.S. Navy), the SSUSATB programthe first of its kind in this countrywas created to give young men and women the opportunity to learn about many aspects of marine science. A multidisciplinary approach allows the scouts to develop skills in scuba diving and apply them to different underwater research activities, including special environmental and undersea conservation projects. Each Scuba Scout is trained and certified to the advanced open-water-diver skill level before being trained in science, technology, and emergency response. Scouts in SSUSATB are mentored by scientists and professionals from the USGS, the U.S. Coast Guard, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Research Institute, the University of South Florida's College of Marine Science, the Florida Aquarium, and the Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary. Captain Olson indicated that he would like to expand this opportunity to other parts of the country to help develop "America’s next generation of explorers." To read about a training class in which Marc Blouin served as an instructor, visit URL http://soundwaves.usgs.gov/2006/06/meetings3.html.
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in this issue:
Submarine Ground-Water Discharge at Dor Beach, Israel
Chinese Delegation Briefed on USGS Science Restore America's Estuaries Conference
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