From the Shark Research Institute:
Cocos Island is a World Heritage Site, but it continues to be threatened by illegal fishing.
EarthImage has developed Project Cocos Island to address this problem. The project will use images and films to create a "Virtual Cocos Island" exhibit that will "immerse the Costa Rican people in the beauty and importance of this World Heritage Site."
The exhibit will:
1. Show the critical role that sharks play in the marine ecosystem.
2. Provide a real time database suggesting alternative jobs to the illegal fishermen.
The project has been submitted to American Express for funding. Projects are selected for funding based on votes by people like you and me. So, I am asking for your online vote for this project. The project is currently in second place (determined by votes) for a substantial grant from American Express.
Your vote is needed!
You can do this in one of two ways:
THE EASY WAY: Just enter your name in the subject line and "OK", and send the email to Earthimag@aol.com. Project Cocos Island will cast your vote for you. Your e-mail address will not be put on any list, and you will not be hassled in the future.
ALTERNATIVE: Go to http://www.membersproject.com/
Then scroll down to Environment & Wildlife, click on it.
It is the first project listed: Protect Cocos Island - World Heritage Site
You will get all the details on the project, and you can vote yourself. This requires you to log in, but you do not have to have an America Express card, and it does not cost a dime.
As you know, I have never made this type of request before, but this is a very worthy project that will help not only Cocos Island and its marine life, but will help the long term sustainability of the people and natural resources of Central America.
With sincere thanks,
Marie Levine, Executive Director
Shark Research Institute
Please help us in our quest to further protect sharks!
Carolyn:sharks:
EarthImage has developed Project Cocos Island to address this problem. The project will use images and films to create a "Virtual Cocos Island" exhibit that will "immerse the Costa Rican people in the beauty and importance of this World Heritage Site."
The exhibit will:
1. Show the critical role that sharks play in the marine ecosystem.
2. Provide a real time database suggesting alternative jobs to the illegal fishermen.
The project has been submitted to American Express for funding. Projects are selected for funding based on votes by people like you and me. So, I am asking for your online vote for this project. The project is currently in second place (determined by votes) for a substantial grant from American Express.
Your vote is needed!
You can do this in one of two ways:
THE EASY WAY: Just enter your name in the subject line and "OK", and send the email to Earthimag@aol.com. Project Cocos Island will cast your vote for you. Your e-mail address will not be put on any list, and you will not be hassled in the future.
ALTERNATIVE: Go to http://www.membersproject.com/
Then scroll down to Environment & Wildlife, click on it.
It is the first project listed: Protect Cocos Island - World Heritage Site
You will get all the details on the project, and you can vote yourself. This requires you to log in, but you do not have to have an America Express card, and it does not cost a dime.
As you know, I have never made this type of request before, but this is a very worthy project that will help not only Cocos Island and its marine life, but will help the long term sustainability of the people and natural resources of Central America.
With sincere thanks,
Marie Levine, Executive Director
Shark Research Institute
Please help us in our quest to further protect sharks!
Carolyn:sharks:
