Marine Animal Response Society (MARS)

From: "Marine Animal Response Society" <nsmars@hotmail.com>
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Date: Fri, 12 Apr 2002 14:19:34 -0300
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The Marine Animal Response Society

The Marine Animal Response Society (MARS) is a non-profit, volunteer 
organization that is dedicated to assisting marine animals in distress. Our 
waters are home to many species of cetaceans (whales, dolphins and 
porpoises), seals, sea turtles and seabirds. Included in these are several 
threatened species such as the harbour porpoise and even some of the most 
endangered animals on earth such as the North Atlantic right whale and the 
leatherback turtle. They come here to mate, feed and give birth and 
unfortunately, sometimes are hurt or trapped and need help.

We ensure the welfare of stranded live animals and support scientific 
research through documentation of stranding reports and sample collection. 
Dead or live-stranded animals, animals seen floating, or animals caught in 
fishing gear (whether killed, released alive, or trailing gear) are recorded 
through the Society. These records are important in helping to understand 
the biology of these animals as well as to determine general distribution 
patterns and causes of death. A major component of the society’s efforts are 
dedicated to provide educational outreach. We aim to promote public 
awareness of marine animals and issues concerning their welfare through 
information sessions and educational programs.

MARS collaborates with a number of other organizations including the 
Leatherback Turtle Working Group, the Department of Fisheries and Oceans, 
the NS Museum of Natural History and Dalhousie University. However, it is 
through the dedication and hard work of its volunteers, especially the 
people in our communities, that MARS has been and will continue to be 
successful. Volunteers are an invaluable component of MARS. We require the 
assistance of volunteers from all parts of Nova Scotia.

If you are interested in volunteering for this society, would like more 
information or if you see a marine animal in distress (or dead), contact us 
at 1-866-567-6277 or email nsmars@hotmail.com

As well, for those that are interested, there will be a marine animal 
rehabilitation workshop from 8-5pm on April 27th at Dalhousie University. If 
you are interested in attending, please let us know and we will send you the 
agenda.

Cheers,

Tonya Wimmer
President, MARS



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