Oceans Network Canada

BOOTS - a remotely operated drop camera ready to be deployed.

Deep sea expedition highlights value of partnerships for marine conservation

On a March morning this spring, a group of scientists, educators, traditional knowledge holders, and resource managers gathered around a collection of screens on board the Canadian Coast Guard vessel Vector, with coffee cups in hand. They were tired from long days of work, but also excited about the day ahead. Cruising 400 meters below…