Press Release - for immediate release Monday  14 October 2013

Preparing For Seaweek 2014

“Our fragile, finite taonga” is the theme for NZAEE’s Seaweek 2014, highlighting how precious this amazing resource is that we call the sea.

Running from March 1-9, Seaweek 2014 will call on Kiwis from all walks of life to celebrate Tangaroa’s realm, tackle issues such as marine pollution and learn about the positive impacts of initiatives such as sustainable fishing and marine reserves to look after our seas for future generations.  We all contribute to taking care of our oceans, no one agency has responsibility for the sea.

Teachers and educators can register for our Seaweek Preparation Workshops to be held in Auckland on Tuesday 12 November 2013. These will outline resources available and discuss ideas on how you can get your school involved in exciting activities based around next year’s theme. Email mels@subliminal.co.nz before 31 October to register. More details are on the website www.seaweek.org.nz  where you will also find teaching resources developed specifically for Seaweek and links to many other useful sites on the Resources page.

The Seaweek team would love to hear what your school is doing to explore this year’s theme of “Our fragile, finite taonga” and help you with publicity and resources. Please let National Coordinator, Mels Barton know your ideas and plans and ask for Seaweek posters. Just let Mels know how many you need on mels@subliminal.co.nz

NZAEE Seaweek is Seaweek is organised by the New Zealand Association for Environmental Education (NZAEE) and is in it’s 23rd year. Seaweek is supported by the ASB Community Trust, Department of Conservation, NZ Marine Studies Centre, University of Otago, Auckland Council and the DSP Print Group Ltd.

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