A screening of "Sharkwater"

Wednesday Aug. 7th was a great night for a screening. The weather was nice, the sun was out, and all of us here at Fin Free Edmonton were extremely excited for the event. A lot of hard work went into organizing this special screening of 'Sharkwater' directed by Rob Stewart, from talking to radio stations, to handing out flyers, as well as organizing and manning the merchandise stand at the event.  It was a big team effort and everyone came through with shinning colors. I've been involved with Fin Free Edmonton for over six months now, and it's been a really great experience thus far. Everyone on the team are concerned about the threat and depletion of the oceans, and are dedicated to making a difference one step at a time to conserve and protect biodiversity starting with sharks.

I would like to thank everyone over at United Conservationists for giving us the rights in order to screen the film, as well as the Garneau theatre for being such a gracious host.

It really was a great event, and the film definitely speaks for itself. I truly believe it’s the best documentary of it’s kind on giving viewers an in depth look into the rapid depletion of shark populations due to the “finning industry”, as well as a lot of insight into the misconception of sharks and how important they are to us as a species, as well as how important they are for the balance of the oceans and all other life for whom we share this planet with. If you haven’t seen this film, you definitely need to. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CI1YBCMqbik (free link online).

A big thanks to everyone who came out and supported our cause. I sincerely hope that each person who attended left with some knowledge on the issues facing our oceans, and what they can do to help. Just because we don't live near an ocean here in Edmonton, doesn't mean we're not affected by what happens in the oceans; and it doesn't mean that we can't do something to help.

"The oceans are the heart and foundation for all civilization on this planet, and if the ocean's die we die." - Captain Paul Watson

Thanks for taking time to read my blog.

Damian

(This photo was taken by Rosey Ramone)