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Review of “CHIMPANZEE” Disneynature by Richard Brock It all depends on whether you like names given to your animals. Way back, Hugo van Lawick made a ground-breaking film in Tanzania about a family of African wild dogs (The Wild Dogs of Africa). It featured a “character” called Solo but the new idea came a little unstuck when other named members of the pack, like “Torn Ear” or “Bent Tail” suddenly weren’t torn or bent. Most of the audience probably didn’t notice then, but they probably would today. Subsequently Jane Goodall made her name, and those of lots of chimps, at Gombe. She had been married to Hugo von Lawick, and the chimps “personalised” stories advanced the style and her films were very popular and, as it turned out, scientifically important. The lives of the individual chimps continue to be monitored by a devoted team, though their Gombe home is now confined to a smaller area as the inevitable African people pressure increases in that part of Tanzania. Fast forward, in evolution, with those chimps, now with their own film crews, investigating the private lives of the human equivalent. The BBC crew already have names, perhaps “Torn Ear”, but I’m not sure about “Bent Tail”. Tom, Dick and Harry, yes, and even a David, as seen filming with my good friend, sound recordist Dickie Bird (really). Now we have a new “improved” (?) version from Disneynature. As I say, it all depends on whether you like humanised animals. Or not.
Chimpanzee was realeased on the 20th of April 2012 (Earth Day) in the US and will be released in UK cinemas on the 3rd of May 2013. Find out more here: www.disney.co.uk/disneynature/films/chimpanzee |
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RSPO Fails to Act as Muara Tae is Destroyed - International body’s credibility called into question
The credibility of the international Roundtable on Sustainable Palm Oil (RSPO) has been called into question over its failure to act against a company bulldozing ancestral forests and perpetrating human rights abuses in Indonesia. Also see EIA's latest film: Appetite for Destruction: China's trade in illegal timber |
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Research and Production for Wildlife Documentaries :: 11-13 Jan 2013 Research and production are essential elements of the wildlife film industry but the activities involved and techniques required are not always obvious. This course combines presentations from experienced researchers and producers, who can guide you through the pitfalls and teach you the tricks of the trade, with practical work and examples from real productions. Working as a wildlife researcher or production assistant is often the first step in the wildlife film-making industry but getting a job can be hard. This course will give you a thorough grounding to all the skills required and be a valuable addition to your CV. If you are planning on 'going on your own' as a researcher/producer the information gained from this course will be invaluable. The skills learned are applicable to team members or solo film-makers. The course is taught by Caroline Brett, who is a highly experienced and award-winning producer/director, Alan Miller, an accomplished director, writer and editor, and Sarah Whalley, an experienced natural history researcher. Places are still availale for our January course, so book yourself on it or give a place as a gift perhaps: Research and Production for Wildlife Documentaries See the homepage for the rest of our scheduled courses next year: www.wildeye.co.uk |
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Job Jealousy: Elizabeth White - Filmmaker BBC Natural History Unit By Into The Wild Into The Wild loves to speak to people with inspiring and envy-inducing jobs linked to wildlife or travel. As a filmmaker for the BBC Natural History Unit, Elizabeth White certainly fits the bill. Having worked on the incredible Frozen Planet, we thought it would be nice to speak to her and ask her all about it... When did you first become interested in animals and photography? I have always been interested in animals - I was an avid rock-pooler as a kid and loved summers holidays for it! I did a lot of art growing up and studied art at A-level. I remember having a 'happy snap' camera in my teens, but my first proper camera was a 21st birthday present. I signed up to a City & Guilds course at the same time and never looked back - I really love the way a picture can tell a story, capture a moment or bring back memories in an instant. How did this lead you to the BBC? I studied zoology at Bristol University and joined the SCUBA diving club where I first learned to dive. Friends in the club new people who worked for the BBC Natural History Unit... |
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36th IWFF Call For Entries The 36th annual IWFF Call for Entries is now underway through the regular deadline of January 31, late deadline is February 8, 2013. Films, Television Programs, Internet, Web and Theatrical Productions from the years 2010, 2011, 2012 or 2013 are all eligible. Any previous entry with significant edits, changes or updates are also eligible. The Call for Entries is a very important first step toward the annual film festival and we want to thank and recognize this year's supporters and friends who have helped us bring you this international call for entries: Animal Planet, BBC, The Center for Environmental Filmmaking at American Uni, The University of Montana, International Programs Montana State University, Graduate Program in Science & Natural History Film, The Gorongosa Project, The Save Our Seas Foundation, The Montana Film Office, The Farrington Foundation and The Missoulian. The theme for the 36th IWFF is: A Global Vision: Edens Lost, Found & Saved Among the areas we will focus on at IWFF, the true Edens of the world, both land based and ocean based. What are the most critical issues, the most endangered species, the most challenging problems for which we must find solutions? And integral to all of these questions, are the films, television programs and ways in which we use, create and develop media that educates, inspires and ultimately may change the outcome. You are a critical part of the equation! 36th IWFF Dates: April 27-May 4, 2013 - Register Soon! 36th IWFF Call for Entries Packet |
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3D Wildlife Filmmaking School in South Africa Beyond Borders Film School: The first and only 3D nature film school in the world! BBFS offers an intense 2D and 3D course in South Africa to become a Nature filmmaker. The course is 30 days long and goes through pre-production, production and post production stages of a nature documentary. With 3 students minimum and 6 students max this course is very personalized and lectured by professional wildlife filmmakers. Students also get the opportunity to make their own short documentary, either in 2D or 3D which will serve as a showreel when they are back home. Please visit their website : www.beyondborders.co.za for more info about their location, course content, course dates and fees. |
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Adrian Cale’s been telling ‘Tarsier Tails’!
Adrian Cale was a cameraman and contributing presenter on the 20 part series Tarsier Tails for Channel 5 and BBC Worldwide. He spent many weeks filming deep in the rainforests of Indonesia revealing the secret night-time world of the diminutive tarsier and the multitude of species that share its Sulawesi island home. Tarsier Tails is the latest production from, Artists in Motion and features a voiceover by Bernard Cribbins OBE. Expected broadcasting date pre-Christmas 2012. |
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Call for nominations for the JHWFF 2013 Outstanding Achievement Award. The Jackson Hole Wildlife Film Festival Board of Directors invite nominations for the 2013 Outstanding Achievement Award. To nominate, go here: www.jhfestival.org Forests for People: UN International Short Film Contest opens The United Nations Forum on Forests Secretariat, together with the Jackson Hole Wildlife Film Festival and leading nature filmmakers worldwide, invites you to take part in a first-ever global multimedia initiative. One that will unite 200 million people in 193 countries to remind all of us just how vital forests are. After the contest ends on February 1st, 2013, an international jury will select 15 semi-finalists and five finalist films to be premiered in Istanbul at the April 2013 meeting of the United Nations Forum on Forests, and at the 2013 Jackson Hole Wildlife Film Festival. The five finalists will also be invited to attend the film premiere at the United Nations Forum on Forests meeting in Istanbul, with travel support included. Go here for more: www.jhfestival.org/forestfestival/index.htm |
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Wild Shots - Wildlife Photography Symposium, 8th December, Cape Town Wild Shots is an exciting new annual wildlife photography symposium, from Harriet Nimmo, former CEO of Wildscreen and founder of WildPhotos, and Sophie Vartan, former CEO of NHU Africa, bringing together amateurs and professionals alike, to learn from and be inspired by the best in the business. Please 'Like' the Facebook Page! |
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Wildlife Film Productions REEL 2012 Alex Jones, a wildlife filmmaker and adventurer creates a new reel to show his camera skills. Wildlife Film Productions "Strive for Adventure" Facebook.com/jonestheadventurer . www.wildlifefilmproductions.com . alexjones@wildfp.com |
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SHOWREEL - Music for Natural History/Wildlife This beautiful compilation of timeless pieces, from Morten Gildberg-Hansen, is ideal for any Natural History or Wildlife documentary, promo, showreel and/or feature film, features exotic and ethnic instruments from around the world blended with traditional, classical ‘western’ instruments, lush electronics and contemporary beats. |
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BBC Earth Presents Earth Unplugged - On the 16th of November, BBC Worldwide announced the launch of Earth Unplugged, a new YouTube channel from BBC Earth, BBC Worldwide’s global natural history brand. The channel will feature a feast of new films created for a digital audience by BBC Earth Productions and is set to become a destination site for wildlife and nature. Earth Unplugged is BBC Worldwide’s first original-content channel for YouTube and forms part of the company’s plans to build a true consumer facing multi-channel network on the platform. Amanda Hill, Managing Director for BBC Earth at BBC Worldwide said “With Earth Unplugged we’re seeking to connect a new audience with the world around them. YouTube offers a fantastic opportunity to reach people and grab their attention with innovative nature content that will captivate and inspire.” Visit the new Earth Unplugged channel and view the trailer here: YouTube.com/EarthUnplugged. The channel features videos for seven unmissable new shows:
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Silver Fox Winner 2012 The Wildlife Sound Recording Society’s (WSRS) annual sound recording competition has been won by Martin Garnett, a former Forest Ranger and professional ornithologist, for his recording entitled Black Grouse. The winning recording captures the magical bubbling calls of three blackcock, dancing and sparring as they compete to attract female birds one early morning at their remarkable courtship gathering known as a “lek”. In addition to being the custodian of the coveted Silver Fox trophy for a year, Martin will also receive a DPA SMK4060 Stereo Miniature Microphone Kit courtesy of WSRS competition sponsor, Sound Network. Listen here: www.wildlife-sound.org. |
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Discovering the secrets of lions Dereck and Beverly Joubert have been filming Africa's lions for 30 years and their discoveries have challenged conventional wisdom. Lara Logan reports. Read here: www.cbsnews.com |
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Cheetahs on the Edge Cheetahs are the fastest runners on the planet. Combining the resources of National Geographic and the Cincinnati Zoo, and drawing on the skills of an incredible crew, we documented these amazing cats in a way that’s never been done before. Using a Phantom camera filming at 1200 frames per second while zooming beside a sprinting cheetah, the team captured every nuance of the cat’s movement as it reached top speeds of 60+ miles per hour. The extraordinary footage that follows is a compilation of multiple runs by five cheetahs during three days of filming. For more information about cheetah conservation, visit causeanuproar.com
Big cats are quickly disappearing. Now is the time to act. Join National Geographic's campaign to help save big cats around the world. And tune-in to Big Cat Week on Nat Geo WILD. December 9-14. |
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AU’s Center for Environmental Filmmaking and Filmmakers for Conservation present The 8th Annual Fall 2012 Film Series Hosted by Chris Palmer and Justine Schmidt Final Event:
TUESDAY, DECEMBER 11 at 7 PM Sneak preview of two documentaries produced by AU students for MPT and PBS Wechsler Theater, 3rd Floor, Mary Graydon Center |
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Final Extension of JapanWFF Deadline is now set for Friday 21st December!! This will be your last chance to enter your film into our 2013 festival. As always we will be happy to assist anyone who has any queries - jwff@naturechannel.jp More here: www.naturechannel.jp/JWFF2013/index.html & please 'Like' us on
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EcoTales 2013 Festival Theme: Plastic Pollution Our festival theme next year will be Plastic Pollution, based on the film Gloop: Together with schools from the Richmond Upon Thames borough we will create a magical sound and sculpture trail for the festival. If you would like your school to be involved email us at ecotalesfestival@gmail.com and look at our schools page for more information.
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Countdown to Christmas with ARKive It’s Christmas! Well – not quite, but here in the ARKive den, the nights are drawing in, the decorations are up and the countdown to Christmas has begun. Join in the festive fun and countdown to Christmas with us by signing up to our daily seasonal email. You’ll receive a merry treat into your inbox every day from some of the world’s most prestigious wildlife photographers. How could you resist? www.arkive.org/christmas |
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Wildlife in Winter - Photography Competition! Enter your winter wildlife photos into our seasonal photography competition and you could see your photo on our Facebook timeline and the ARKive homepage! To enter, simply post your best wildlife photographs on our Facebook page before 11 December |
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Have a Green Christmas this year! From recycling trees to DIY decorations and cards, check out ARKive’s ultimate guide to a greener Christmas. www.arkive.org/christmas |
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Please support PROJECT WILD THING Project Wild Thing is a cinema documentary about nature, evolution and the future of childhood. What will happen if we raise a generation of children completely out of touch with nature? Filmmaker David Bond thinks Mother Nature needs a helping hand. His children are fascinated by screens but are strangers to the natural world. Childhood is different to when he grew up - so many distractions compete for children’s time and attention. David appoints himself the Marketing Director for Nature and, with the help of marketing experts, he sets out to convince apathetic consumers, and his family, of the benefits of this amazing, free, wonder product. His journey takes him across the world as he attempts to untangle the complex web of agendas, fears, policies and habits that disconnect him and his family from the natural environment. Project Wild Thing finds hilarity, joy and absurdity in the choices we face as 21st Century humans. What happens when we forget we are natural animals? Project Wild Thing is an ambitious, feature-length, stunt documentary for international theatrical, TV, film festivals and public screenings. The film has an international appeal, and will inspire viewers to rethink their own relationship with the natural environment. www.projectwildthing.com @wearewildthing Facebook www.kickstarter.com/projects/projectwildthing/project-wild-thing-a-feature-length-documentary |
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BBC Calls out For Wildlife Gardeners Is your garden teeming with wildlife? Have you actively encouraged birds, bees, bats and bugs to call your back-yard their home? Have you and your neighbours got together to create a hedgehog highway? Have you bought the local garden centre out of bird boxes? Or welcomed in reptiles with corrugated iron sheets? Could you share the secrets of how you made your family garden a sanctuary for Britain’s favourite wildlife? If you are as passionate about supporting all creatures great and small as we are, then the makers of a new programme for the BBC wants to hear from you! Froglife is helping Outline Productions spread the word about a new landmark series they are making for BBC ONE about the perilous state of Britain’s wildlife and what we can all do to help. Whether you have a small city garden, a big country one, a farm or a high-rise balcony - there is so much that can be done to support the wildlife all around us. Our gardens are Britain’s most vital nature reserve and we want to find inspirational stories of families who have turned their small patch into wildlife friendly spaces. The idea is to find amazing wildilfe gardeners, so that the public can follow their lead and make their gardens wildlife friendly too. So if you’ve put in a pond, built a rockery, assembled a log pile or done anything whatsoever to discover the amazing wildlife living on your doorstep, your story could help inspire other British families to do the same. If you want to find out more and share your experiences, then please contact wildlife@outlineproductions.co.uk |
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Attenborough: 60 Years in the Wild Over three very personal films, Sir David Attenborough looks back at the unparalleled changes in natural history that he has witnessed during his 60-year career. A co-production between the BBC and Thirteen/WNET, catch the the three episodes on iplayer in the UK/Eire or wait for broadcast on your local channels. |
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Coming soon to BBC1: Africa, a new 6 part series. Check out this beautiful trailer for the BBC's latest feast for the eyes & ears - Africa Described as "a definitive television series on the greatest wildlife continent on Earth", Danny Cohen, controller of BBC One, has said, "The New Year begins with Africa, the latest piece of magic from the BBC's peerless Natural History Unit, voiced by Sir David Attenborough. It's full of unmissable moments that are the hallmark of the BBC's wildlife output." We can hardly wait! |
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NHNZ welcomes three producers to its production ranks Three new producers join the NHNZ production team as the production house’s slate continues to grow. NHNZ’s head of production Andrew Waterworth welcomed Robin Shingleton, Colette Beaudry and Lorne Townend to the company in October, and says it’s great to have a flush of new talent joining the production team. “NHNZ has a lot of production on the go, including the on-going series I Survived… for A&E Networks’ Bio Channel, another round of Built for the Kill for National Geographic Wild and two series for TVNZ, so we’re building up our talent pool for any new productions greenlit. It’s great to be able to bring people from all over the world to work with us on our growing range of productions.” Lorne Townend recently moved to New Zealand from the UK to produce Life Force II – a blue chip science/natural history series in co-production with NHK, Science Channel, Discovery International and Arte. Lorne’s directing credits include the series How the Universe Works for Discovery US, Animals In the Womb: Dogs for Channel 4 & National Geographic and the long running Naked Science series, also for National Geographic. He most recently worked on Mankind: The Story of All of Us, a 12-part series for History Channel. Robin Shingleton, who just completed post-producing Abalone Wars for Discovery Networks Asia-Pacific - a three-part series on the death-defying divers who face Great White Sharks and hostile waters to harvest green and black abalone gold, goes on to series produce Wild About NZ for TVNZ. Robin has a raft of New Zealand credits to his name including Earthquake; A Shocking Reminder for Prime TV, and The Truth About Us and The Missing Link for TVNZ. Colette Beaudry has arrived from Sydney, Australia to series produce OceaNZ – a six-part series for TVNZ, funded by the NZ on Air Platinum Fund. Colette has executive produced for National Geographic Channels US and International, as well as for production companies in Australia, the US and Germany. Her shows include Primetime Emmy Award Nominated Inside 9/11 and The Dog Whisperer, among the Channel’s all-time top-rated Specials and Series. |
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NHNZ and BHP scoop eight nominations at 2012 Asian Television Awards Sister production companies NHNZ and BHP this week scooped eight nominations for the 2012 Asian Television Awards. NHNZ’s Head of Production Andrew Waterworth said it was a real credit to both BHP and NHNZ’s production teams to have such a high number of nominations, across such a variety of programming. “This collection of nominations shows the effect of the power of two with NHNZ and BHP working closely together to get more traction in the market and also sharing human resources. It’s a wonderful recognition of talent and hard work for all involved in the two sister companies.” BHP’s Creative Director Donovan Chan says he was surprised, but elated to be nominated for so many awards. “It’s a fantastic way to end the year. And a real pat on the back for all of us here at BHP who have worked so hard. We’ve doubled our production load over the last two years; it’s been full on, but this kind of credit makes it all worthwhile.” BHP’s Taiwan Revealed: Cinema Formosa for Discovery Networks Asia-Pacific is nominated for Best Documentary Programme (One-off/Special) and Best Current Affairs Programme. Restaurant Bobby Chinn, also for Discovery Networks Asia-Pacific, is nominated for Best Reality Show and directors David Grusovin & Quinn Berentson – both now working for NHNZ - are nominated for Best Direction, while Lonely Planet Six Degrees China - Shanghai for BBC Worldwide & CICC is nominated for Best Lifestyle Programme. BHP Senior Editor Dipin Verma is nominated for the Best Editing award for his work on Junkie Monastery for the Bio Channel, AETN, prior to joining BHP. NHNZ received nominations for three shows, with Primeval New Zealand (in association with NHK, and produced for TVNZ with funding from NZ on Air) nominated in the Best Natural History or Wildlife Programme category and Jason Lindsay nominated for Best Editing for his work on Nat Geo Wild’s Built for the Kill: Lion. NHNZ’s China office was also involved in CICC’s Long March Into Space production for DNA and Discovery, which has been nominated for Best Infotainment Programme. The winners of the Asian Television Awards (ATA) will be announced at the 17th ATA Awards Ceremony on December 6th in Singapore. For more information please contact: Becs Wilson, Ph +64 (0)21 103 2757 Email rwilson@nhnz.tv |
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The ROSCAR Awards are now open for submissions! The Wild Talk Africa Film Festival, a biennial event recognised as Africa’s premiere wildlife and natural history film festival and conference, is now calling on filmmakers around the world to submit their films for the 2013 edition of the prestigious ROSCAR Awards. Find out more and submit here: www.wildtalkafrica.com Closing date: 12 March 2013 |
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British wildlife footage wanted for a TV ad! Hazel May is looking for footage of a few "startled" animals - a female deer, a rabbit, and a flock of birds. All need to be UK animals and setting, or at least looking like they are! An agency will manipulate the animals mouths to be saying something expressing surprise. They are looking for pretty high res as this is for broadcast - a tv ad for All Bran cereal. Contact: hazel@hazelmay.co.uk |
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Safe Haven: The Delmarva Fox Squirrel and Blackwater National Wildlife Refuge March 2012, part in the American University Center for Environmental Filmmaking's Classroom in the Wild: Chesapeake Bay. Over the course of a week, we immersed ourselves in a crash course in documentary film. SOC’s Center for Environmental Filmmaking is excited to offer students a one-week alternative spring break program on the Chesapeake Bay to introduce them to the challenges and fun of environmental filmmaking. The program will take place March 9-16, 2013. Go here for more: www.american.edu/soc/cef/classroom-in-the-wild |
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BBC Wildlife Camera-trap Photo of the Year 2012 – the winners The winning images in this year’s BBC Wildlife camera-trap competition – of hungry cats, pugnacious bears and curious chinchillas – show why a picture isn’t always just a picture. This challenging contest recognises the most visually exciting or significant camera-trap images taken by conservationists around the world. Enjoy photographs of close wildlife encounters and gain a priceless insight into animal behaviour and new discoveries. See more here: www.discoverwildlife.com |
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Public-private partnerships at work to save tuna Illegal, unreported and unregulated (IUU) fishing are threatening fish stocks and the livelihoods of millions of people. This video shows how a public-private partnership (PPP) project in the Philippines is addressing IUU fishing and at the same time helping local fishers get more market value out of their tuna products. Much more here: www.panda.org/coraltriangle/tuna |
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Imagine a world without factory farming – Make it Possible We believe in a world without factory farming. MakeitPossible.com |
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Hoedspruit and Surroundings from new member Chris du Plessis Find him on: Facebook | Twitter | YouTube | TravelChannel | PhotosofAfrica | Flickr | Picasa | Blog |
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Protect the planet that provides! Every human life on Earth depends on a natural world capable of supporting our needs. But we are taking more from nature than it can replace, weakening the Earth’s ability to provide the clean air, fresh water and food we depend on. That is why CI is working at every level — from remote villages to the offices of presidents and CEOs — to help move whole societies toward a healthier, more sustainable development path that values and accounts for nature's role in our well-being.
Take the Pledge:
Take the plege and learn more at conservation.org |
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Help WWF create an Arctic Home where polar bears and local communities can thrive Right now, in dens throughout the Arctic, polar bear mothers are giving birth to a new generation of cubs. Birthing season in the Arctic usually spans the chilly months of November and December, but as polar bear families grow this winter, so does the threat to their unique and fragile environment. That's why Coca-Cola and WWF are teaming up again to help create a place where polar bears and local communities can thrive. Over the past five years Coca-Cola has supported WWF's Arctic research team as they study polar bears in their natural habitat, protecting the animals from unsustainable industrial activity and educating people about the largest threats to the polar bear's icy habitat. The team's important field work has led to a better understanding of the threats polar bear families face, the most serious of which is the rapidly melting arctic sea ice. The Arctic - which spans the United States, Canada, Denmark, Greenland, Finland, Iceland, Norway, Russia, and Sweden – is extremely susceptible to climate change. Threats to the polar bears, and the entire Arctic region, will not go away on their own. That is why Coca-Cola is partnering with WWF to create a place that polar bears can call home. When completed, this new "Arctic Home" will be twice the size of Texas. Thanks for watching this video and helping to make the "Arctic Home" a reality. Continue to help raise awareness and funds by sharing with your friends. If you want to go the extra mile and donate more, Coca-Cola will match up to $1,000,000 in total donations made through February 15, 2013. |
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Pioneer Productions select 3D Panasonic Workflowspectacular Storm City Extreme Weather Film Emerges as first 3D production With extreme weather as topical as ever for the time of year, this Case Study describes Pioneer Productions’ latest 3D spectacular, Storm City which establishes their position at the forefront of groundbreaking 3D cinematography. The production houses step in to integrated 3D camera image acquisition meant they selected Panasonic AG-3DA1 and AG-3DP1 integrated twin lens 3D cameras for the Storm City. Pioneer’s films have been screened in over eighty countries across the globe and in the UK, Pioneer works closely with BBC, ITV, Channel 4, and Channel Five as well as Sky, Discovery and National Geographic. For further information, images etc please contact the Panasonic PSCEU UK PR Department: Tom Gibson/PR Officer - tom.gibson@eu.panasonic.com +441344 853855 or Felix Gittins/PR Assistant felix.gittins@eu.panasonic.com +441344 853854 |
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Open call for entries – Ecozine Film Festival From Ecozine Film Festival Organization We would inform you that We have launched the open call for entries to participate in the contest of the 6th ecozine´s edition. For get information about Rules and entry form: www.festivalecozine.com |
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Freeze Frame - A Wildlife Cameraman's Adventures on Ice by Doug Allan Braving the elements and depths of the Antarctic and Arctic Oceans, Doug has produced a fascinating 240 page book filled with exceptional photographs and secrets of life behind the lens, giving you a peek into the often hostile yet inspiring world of a wildlife cameraman. This book is so much more than a collection of superb images. Doug started life as a research diver in 1976 at Signy Island, Antarctica. Now with 35 years of experience in the Antarctic and Arctic, the stories that accompany every picture in this book tell of Doug’s astonishing adventures and encounters, his insights and emotions, his deep understanding of the biology of the animals and the psychology of film-makers. The book is available through Doug's website: www.dougallan.com |
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The Whale and Saving Luna - order the DVD! Finally! Both THE WHALE and SAVING LUNA are now out on DVD and Blu-ray for shipping worldwide in all formats, with free domestic shipping on all orders in Canada and the USA. Read more. Shipping starts on December 4. |
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The Highland Pony DVD - The perfect Christmas Present for all 'pony people'. The Highland Pony: A Celebration features the versatile, economical and much loved Highland pony. This stunning film showcases the pony in Scotland's breath-taking hill scenery and coastal landscapes as well as further afield. It traces past and present uses of Scotland's largest native pony breed, its fascinating history and past highs and lows. All aspects of the pony are well covered from showing to dressage, endurance to TREC, as well as breed standards, stallions, mares and foals. The DVD was made by Caroline Brett, a wildlife documentary film producer/director, edited by Alan Miller and narrated by BBC presenter and cameraman Gordon Buchanan. It is a stunning production that reveals a wealth of information and will fascinate everyone interested in horses and ponies. |
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Sahyadris: India's Western Ghats - A Vanishing Heritage This book takes you on a visual journey through the Malabar Coast of southern India, along the Arabian Sea, where lies a range of mountains known as the Western Ghats, or Sahyadris. www.sandeshkadur.com. Please 'Like' the Facebook Page.
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ATE team rescue a baby elephant from a well...
We rescued this young eight months old calf early this week. Luckily the report came in early in the morning and we were able to get there quick before the mother was forced to leave by herders arriving to water their cattle. It was a happy ending as we were able to reunite the calf with her mother, Zombe. Find out more about The Amboseli Trust for Elephants and support them if you can! |
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And a feel good Whale Shark Rescue! :) November 7, 2012, diving aboard the Solmar V (www.solmarv.com) at Roca Partida, near Socorro Island, about 250 miles south of Baja, Mexico. During the first dive of the morning, we came upon a mature whale shark in some amount of distress due to a large rope cinched around it's girth. It must have been there for some time, as the rope was encrusted with barnacles, and was cutting deeply into the flesh of the shark. On the second dive of the morning, we located the same whale shark once again, and with Eddy (dive guest) on the scene with his "Go Pro" camera, we were able to memorialize the rescue. In the video you will see Dave (dive guide) approach the shark from the front, and Dani (dive guide) swim to the shark from above. You will see Dani successfully cut the rope loose, freeing the shark which slowly swims away. At the end, you will see Eddy's wife, Gina, knuckle-bump Dani, as we all celebrate together. We brought the rope back to the boat, and found it was about 2 inches in diameter, so perhaps an anchor or mooring line? How it got wrapped around the shark is a mystery... MERRY XMAS!! |
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