Online Lecture: The Southern Ocean — Early Explorations & Lasting Impacts

Program No. 24570RJ

Join us on Tuesday, Aug. 5, 2025, at 1 p.m. (ET)/ 10 a.m. (PT), for a one-hour lecture and Q&A to learn about some of the early explorations of Antarctica and the Southern Ocean.

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Journey on a virtual voyage to the Southern Ocean — one of the coldest and harshest regions of our planet. Join Amanda Hunter, marine biologist and polar expedition guide, for a lecture on the first explorations of Antarctica and the early sealing and whaling industries in the area. You’ll learn about how these activities laid the foundation for the icy continent that we know, admire and protect today.

General Notes

Your online lecture will take place live over the course of 1-2 hours. All times are listed in the EASTERN time zone. If you live in a different time zone, please adjust your schedule accordingly. This live online experience uses Zoom Webinar, an easy-to-use web video service that includes closed captioning. All you need is an Internet connection and your computer. You will receive a confirmation email when you enroll, and a reminder email one week and one day before, as well as the morning of the event with a link and instructions on how to tune in. You will not be pictured on screen during the lecture, but you will have the opportunity to ask the instructor live questions using the Q&A box. Unless otherwise noted, all those who enroll in this program receive access to the live event as well as a recording of the lecture that you can watch any time within the two weeks following the live event.

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Amanda Hunter

Amanda Hunter’s passion for the ocean, wildlife, conservation, and her international experience led her to become a marine biologist and polar expedition guide. She is one of the proud founders of Ocean Youth Academy, a non-profit organization dedicated to connecting youth to our planet’s oceans. Amanda is excited to share with others the magic of our natural world and to guide people through “once in a lifetime” experiences.

Please note: This expert may not be available for every date of this program.

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