First, an apology for slacking on the blog posts. While I was in Mbotyi for the Sardine Run I was completely out of internet contact. I got back to NYC and had two days to dry out, repack my gear, do laundry, and fill out expense reports before hopping on a plane to the Dominican […]
Category: Scholar Journeys
The Greatest Shoal on Earth
While Cape Town was an unforgettable experience, nothing could come close to the excitement of the Sardine Run. Every year, cold currents push their way up the eastern coast of South Africa, bringing with them millions of sardines that typically reside in the southern waters of the country. It’s unclear where the sardines end up, […]
Underwater Updates with Josh Stewart
The first episode in the Underwater Updates series has arrived! Please give me feedback! Is it too slow, too boring, is my hair too long? Tips and comments welcome! Constructive criticism is preferred, of course..! Click on the title to watch a higher resolution version. Enjoy! Special Thanks: Steve Benjamin animalocean.co.za/ The Great White House/Marine […]
Unbelievable Whities!
What an entirely unbelievable experience! On Friday I had the privilege of diving with the most famous fish in the sea – the great white shark! Gansbaai, three hours south of Cape Town, is arguably the great white shark diving capital of the world. And it wouldn’t take much arguing. Discovery Channel, Nat Geo, BBC’s […]