The collective action of everyone in this room – whatever we decide to do – will shape the future for humanity on this planet.īy being here, I am assuming that each of you already understands the critical role the oceans play in enabling life on Earth to exist. Right now we are, both literally and figuratively, on the edge. This evening we stand on the shores of a vast ocean system whose health will determine the future prosperity of the human species, and our very survival. For the past 30 years, along with my involvement as a trustee of the David and Lucile Packard Foundation, it’s been my privilege to direct the Monterey Bay Aquarium – where we’ve introduced over 50 million people to the incredible ocean life just off our coast. I’m just one of many who have drawn inspiration and energy from this very special piece of ocean along our coast. I grew up just a few miles away, over the mountains, in what’s today known as Silicon Valley. Welcome everyone and thank you for making the journey to the coast of California for the important work of the next few days. Julie’s remarks, and those of former Aquarium trustee Leon Panetta, delivered a powerful and inspiring call to action as the three-day conference begins. The summit brings together leaders from business, government, academia and the nonprofit world to talk about ways to reconcile economic development and ocean conservation, and to shape debate about future governance of the ocean. by The Economist and hosted in association with National Geographic. Shaping the Future for Healthy Oceans: Together, We CanĪquarium Executive Director Julie Packard was the opening keynote speaker for the World Ocean Summit convened in Half Moon Bay, Calif. Book through the hotel only at: valentine hotel monterey monterey bay aquarium spindrift inn monterey bay inn February 14 Monterey Bay Aquarium Romance Package Monterey Bay Inn package rates start at $349.
Spindrift Inn package rates start at $329 Cannery Row view and $409 oceanview. Book through the hotel only at: Champagne lunch for two at the Monterey Bay Aquarium Restaurant & Cafe.Two adult admission tickets to the Monterey Bay Aquarium.Overnight accommodations for two (Feb.The prix fixe lunch menu includes a choice of first course, entrée and dessert, and a celebratory beverage.
The romance continues as you enjoy an ocean-view table in the Monterey Bay Aquarium Restaurant & Cafe. From otters to octopus the aquarium will share favorite stories about how ocean animals choose their mates–then go for a special sneak peek behind the scenes of the jellies exhibits. On the special adult-only romance tour you’ll go behind the scenes and learn about romance under the sea. Enjoy complimentary silver-tray continental breakfast service, afternoon wine and cheese reception along with a romance-themed tour and lunch at the Aquarium on Valentine’s Day. Spend the night with a view of the ocean or Cannery Row.
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