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SUMMARY:Echoes of the Ocean - Feeding Outside the Box: The Extraordinary Feeding Behaviors of Wild Dolphins
DESCRIPTION:Echoes of the Ocean: A Marine Life Speaker Series is an inspiring program designed to spotlight marine science\, conservation\, and the ongoing mission of rescue\, rehabilitation\, and release at Clearwater Marine Aquarium. This series features distinguished voices in marine research and ocean advocacy\, offering guests a unique opportunity to connect with leaders shaping the future of our oceans. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout the Event\n\n\n\nJoin us on November 12 for the next Echoes of the Ocean\, Feeding Outside the Box: The Extraordinary Feeding Behaviors of Wild Dolphins\, as we explore the remarkable ways dolphins have learned to find and capture their food. The evening will begin with Lindsay Roland\, director of conservation education at Clearwater Marine Aquarium introducing common dolphin feeding behaviors before diving into some truly extraordinary adaptations found in the wild. Lauren Rust of the Lowcountry Marine Mammal Network will explore strand feeding\, an incredible behavior in which dolphins work together to push fish onto shore\, propel their bodies out of the water to capture them\, and slide back into the sea. Laura Engelby of the Dolphin Ecology Project will take us to Florida Bay to uncover the fascinating world of mud ring feeding\, where dolphins create rings of mud that cause fish to leap from the water and into their waiting mouths. Finally\, Jessica Powell of NOAA Fisheries will remind us that these remarkable animals are exceptionally capable of finding their own food and do not need help from humans\, exploring how illegal feeding can change natural behaviors and create serious consequences for both dolphins and people. Discover how intelligence\, learning\, and adaptation have shaped some of the most extraordinary feeding behaviors in the animal world. \n\n\n\nSpeakers:\n\n\n\n\nLauren Rust \n\n\n\nFounder / Executive Director – Lowcountry Marine Mammal Network \n\n\n\nLauren Rust is the founder and executive director of Lowcountry Marine Mammal Network. She received her BS in Marine Biology from the College of Charleston in 2004 followed by her MSc in Ecology from the University of Wales\, UK\, in 2007. Before founding LMMN\, Lauren managed the research department at The Marine Mammal Center in CA managing the necropsy lab\, various research projects and leading the large whale recovery team. Lauren has also worked at the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) responding to sick and injured marine mammals in South Carolina and the Environmental Specimen Bank at the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) here in Charleston. Recently\, Lauren joined the marine biology graduate program at CofC as a faculty member to mentor students. She’s passionate about marine mammal research and education and hopes to bring a greater awareness about Charleston’s local dolphin population to the Lowcountry. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLaura Engleby \n\n\n\nMarine Mammal Conservationist and Founding Member – Dolphin Ecology Project  \n\n\n\nLaura Engleby is a marine mammal conservation specialist with nearly 40 years of experience across research\, education\, nonprofit service\, and federal leadership. Her work is grounded in science-based conservation\, collaborative problem solving\, and meaningful engagement with the people and communities who share the ocean with marine life.  A founding member of the Dolphin Ecology Project in 1999\, Laura has long been committed to public outreach and to raising awareness of the importance of marine mammals and healthy oceans. She previously served over 20 years with NOAA Fisheries Southeast Region\, where she worked on the conservation and recovery of species including Rice’s whales\, North Atlantic right whales\, and bottlenose dolphins. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJessica Powell \n\n\n\nSmall Cetacean Conservation Coordinator – NOAA Fisheries\, Southeast Regional Office \n\n\n\nJessica Powell is the Small Cetacean Conservation Coordinator at NOAA Fisheries\, Southeast Regional Office based in St. Petersburg\, FL. She coordinates and develops policy\, regulations\, outreach\, and conservation actions for dolphins and toothed whales throughout state and federal waters from Florida to North Carolina\, the Gulf of America\, and US Caribbean. Jessica has been with NOAA Fisheries in a variety of roles since 2009. She holds a Master’s in Science from University of South Florida and Bachelor’s of Science from Furman University. She began her career at Mote Marine Lab as a research trainer for a spinner dolphin and as a sea turtle rehabilitation care technician.  Her research interests include bottlenose dolphin foraging ecology and the impacts of climate change and human activities to bottlenose dolphins. Outside of work\, Jess enjoys paddle-boarding\, dancing hula\, and spending time outside with her husband\, two children\, and dog. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLindsay Roland\, M.S. \n\n\n\nDirector of Conservation Education\, Clearwater Marine Aquarium \n\n\n\nLindsay Roland is the Director of Conservation Education at Clearwater Marine Aquarium\, where she oversees the educational eco-boat tours\, summer camps\, and educational programming. She also serves as the principal investigator on Clearwater Marine Aquarium’s NOAA-permitted dolphin photo-identification study. Lindsay graduated from Furman University with a degree in Biology and then went on to complete her Master’s Degree in Marine Science at Jacksonville University where she conducted her thesis research on the synchronous swimming of bottlenose dolphins. Before joining the Clearwater Marine Aquarium Education team in 2015\, she gained valuable experience at both Dolphin Research Center and Mote Marine Laboratory. She enjoys being able to share her passion for dolphin research and marine conservation to inspire guests of all ages about the incredible world of marine science. \n\n\n\n\n\nLEARN MORE \n\n\n\nBUY TICKETS\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBOOK NOW
URL:https://www.cmaquarium.org/event/echoes-of-the-ocean-11-12-2026/
LOCATION:Clearwater Marine Aquarium\, 249 Windward Passage\, Clearwater\, FL\, 33767\, United States
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SUMMARY:Dolphin Yoga
DESCRIPTION:Join Clearwater Marine Aquarium for a relaxing Yoga session with incredible underwater dolphin views! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout the Event\n\n\n\nJoin Clearwater Marine Aquarium for a relaxing and fun yoga class on November 13\, 2026\, from 5:45 pm to 7:00 pm! \n\n\n\nDive into zen with 60 minutes of self-care relaxation as you practice yoga with breathtaking views of dolphins gracefully swimming at Clearwater Marine Aquarium. This engaging class is held in a covered outdoor space right in front of the underwater dolphin viewing area\, creating the perfect atmosphere for tranquility and mindfulness. \n\n\n\n    \n                                                                                                                \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLed by Sherry Duquet from Madeira Beach Yoga. known for making yoga fun and accessible in unique settings\, including beach yoga\, this class is designed for all levels to enjoy.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\nPlease note: \n\n\n\nBring your yoga mat and water. You will leave feeling refreshed and renewed.This is a 13+ event and all experience levels are welcome. Children must be able to follow instructions and do yoga on their own.Tickets do not include admission to the aquarium prior to the event.Check in will be on level 3 through the main entrance at 5:30pm.\n\n\n\nDolphin Yoga (13+) \n\n\n\n5:45 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Yoga session will begin at 6:00 p.m. after a Clearwater Marine Aquarium educational presentation. \n\n\n\nPrice: $30.00 Non-Member / $27.00 Member \n\n\n\n\nBUY TICKETS\n\n\n\n\nDolphin Yoga is offered on select dates. \n\n\n\nPrices\, dates\, times and other details subject to change. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nGET TICKETS
URL:https://www.cmaquarium.org/event/dolphin-yoga-11-2026/
LOCATION:Clearwater Marine Aquarium\, 249 Windward Passage\, Clearwater\, FL\, 33767\, United States
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