[Coral-List] Coral-List Digest, Vol 19, Issue 14

Helena Fortunato fortunatomh at hotmail.com
Mon Mar 15 12:21:35 EDT 2010


dear all,

 

I would like to join all that will miss Brian. He was my first 'boss' so to speak when I started working with the Oil Spill project in Panama back in 1988. Brian was the project coordinator.

 

I hope that Fiona will get on in spite of all the grief


helena fortunato


“Eu não escrevo em português. Escrevo eu mesmo” F. Pessoa
"A vida é hoje e amanhã, em paz com ontem"
"Passo e fico, como o universo" A. Caeiro


 

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> 1. Brian Keller (Heidi Schuttenberg)
> 2. Voluntary work during Ramadan 2010 on Chumbe Island Coral
> Park, Tanzania (Conservation Chumbe)
> 3. Passing of Brian Keller (Eugene Shinn)
> 4. Re: Passing of Brian Keller (Billy Causey)
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> Message: 1
> Date: Sun, 14 Mar 2010 15:06:09 +1000 (EST)
> From: Heidi Schuttenberg <heidi.schuttenberg at jcu.edu.au>
> Subject: [Coral-List] Brian Keller
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> I would like to add to Billy?s warm words about Brian Keller. With Brian, you got the best of everything: intellectual brilliance, an open and genuine way of being, a terrific sense of humor, and a fierce commitment to the issues grounded in a realistic and empathic assessment of how things are right now. His presence as an influential colleague and a trusted friend will be terribly missed.
> 
> 
> 
> Heidi
> 
> 
> Heidi Schuttenberg
> 
> Earth & Environmental Sciences, James Cook University
> 
> Sustainable Ecosystems, CSIRO
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> 
> 
> Date: Wed, 10 Mar 2010 17:14:41 -0500
> 
> From: Billy Causey <billy.causey at noaa.gov>
> 
> Subject: [Coral-List] Dr. Brian Keller
> 
> To: "'coral-list at coral.aoml.noaa.gov'"
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> It is with unbearable sadness that I share the tragic news that our friend and colleague, Dr. Brian Keller, passed on this morning.
> 
> Coral reefs around the world have lost a giant of an advocate who daily studied and worked on ways to better understand coral reef ecosystems so we can better protect and conserve them. Brian used his experience and knowledge in coral reef research every day to apply to his role in science management and to share with others. He remained abreast of all the current research on coral reef systems and was most sharing and giving of his findings and knowledge.
> 
> Brian was one of the most well-read and current scientist that I have ever had the honor and pleasure of knowing and he got it! Brian knew and applied concepts regarding large-scale processes long before they became popular.. He understood the spatial and temporal scales that we had to operate at when he spoke of ecosystem-based approaches to management. I will always recall when he introduced me to the concept of "connectivity" ... long before it was a common term or concept in the literature. He would caution me often about jumping too quickly on popular, new concepts to the ocean environment before I really understood them. His sage advice was always on target.
> 
> Brian will be greatly missed. His wife, Fiona Wilmot, is receiving an out-pouring of condolences and expressions of love and support.
> 
> Those of us who knew and worked with Brian already realize the huge void his loss will present in our daily lives ... and what his loss means to ocean conservation and management.
> 
> Please join me in expressing our most sincere condolences to Fiona and Brian's family.
> 
> In lieu of flowers please send contributions to the Northern Jamaica Conservation Association, an organization that was dear to his heart.
> 
> Billy Causey
> 
> 
> 
> Future plans include: Brian has been working with colleagues to organize a symposium for October in the Florida Keys. These same colleagues are now planning ways to make this symposium a tribute to Brian and his brilliant thinking.
> 
> ------------------------------
> 
> Message: 2
> Date: Sun, 14 Mar 2010 16:21:58 +0300
> From: Conservation Chumbe <chumbe at zitec.org>
> Subject: [Coral-List] Voluntary work during Ramadan 2010 on Chumbe
> Island Coral Park, Tanzania
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> Dear Coral List,
> 
> Chumbe Island Coral Park, Zanzibar (Tanzania) is offering two volunteer
> positions to work as Ramadan Rangers for the 2010 Ramadan season. The
> Ramadan
> Rangers would be expected to arrive on the 8th of August and stay until the
> 12th of September 2010.
> 
> During the Islamic holy month of Ramadan our Zanzibari Rangers are not able
> to swim/snorkel in the sea during the daytime, but they are performing the
> rest of their daily duties (such as guiding forest walks, intertidal walks,
> lighthouse tour and viewing of the coconut crabs). Chumbe Island Coral Park,
> Ltd (CHICOP) seeks two volunteers to serve as snorkel guides in our healthy
> coral reef.
> 
> The position involves guest relations while guiding the guests at Chumbe's
> eco-lodge while snorkeling inside the marine park, requiring several hours
> of
> in-water each day. The Ramadan Rangers deliver a professional snorkel
> briefing with safety information and assist guests with finding appropriate
> snorkel equipment for their reef excursion. The Rangers lead guests of all
> swimming levels in the water and follow-up after the snorkeling session with
> discussions of interesting and environmental issues incorporating reef
> guides
> and other visual materials. The position is ideal for two friends (or a
> married couple).
> 
> Requirements:
> - Possess a background in marine science
> - Have strong experience in diving/snorkeling (and must be a strong swimmer)
> - Training in first aid and CPR
> - Fluency in English
> - Friendly and easy-going personality to interact with diverse guests
> - Adaptable and energetic
> 
> CHICOP will provide Ramadan Rangers with:
> - Basic accommodation in the Island Lodge Manager?s house
> - All daily staff food on Chumbe Island
> 
> * Please note, we are not able to fund travel to Zanzibar, but we will
> gladly
> arrange for your airport pick-up/ drop-off and provide you with boat
> transportation from Zanzibar to Chumbe Island.
> 
> This is an excellent opportunity to experience the famous Chumbe Island reef
> sanctuary and to work with a team of local staff members. The uninhabited
> island has a maximum capacity of 14 overnight guests and hosts a numerous
> rare and endangered terrestrial and marine species. The mission statement
> for
> Chumbe Island Coral Park is ?To manage, for conservation and educational
> purposes, the Chumbe Island Reef Sanctuary and the Forest Reserve. This is
> also supported by eco-tourism activities which are directly related to the
> non-consumptive uses of the natural resources.?
> 
> For further information please check our website www.chumbeisland.com where
> you can find our newest newsletter.
> 
> We look forward to receiving applications (cover letter and CV) on or before
> March 21st, 2010!
> 
> Best wishes,
> 
> Lina Nordlund and the Chumbe Ranger Team
> 
> 
> Ms Lina Nordlund
> Conservation and Education Co-ordinator
> **************************************************
> Chumbe Island Coral Park
> P.O. Box 3203 - Zanzibar, Tanzania
> Phone/Fax: +255 (0)24 2231040
> Mobile: +255 (0)776 583442
> Fax UK: +44 (0)870 1341284
> www.chumbeisland.com
> ***************************************************
> 
> Ph.D. Student
> ***************************************************
> Aronia Coastal Zone Research Team
> Novia University of Applied Sciences &
> ?bo Akademi University, Finland
> ***************************************************
> 
> 
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> 
> Message: 3
> Date: Sun, 14 Mar 2010 15:42:57 -0400
> From: Eugene Shinn <eshinn at marine.usf.edu>
> Subject: [Coral-List] Passing of Brian Keller
> To: coral-list at coral.aoml.noaa.gov
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> I will miss Brian Keller. Over the years we met and discussed many 
> issues in the Florida Keys but when Brian transferred here to St. 
> Petersburg he became a vital and reachable resource for discussion on 
> many biological issues. I often walked down to his office to bounce 
> my latest off-beat idea off Brian. He had a knack of seldom changing 
> his facial expression no matter how over-the-top my idea, or rant, 
> might be. He would then proceed to explain the facts without ever 
> saying I was just plain crazy. I always walked away feeling happy and 
> enlightened. We will certainly miss Brian here at the College of 
> Marine Science. The Sanctuary lost a good spokesman and a great 
> scientist. Gene
> -- 
> 
> 
> No Rocks, No Water, No Ecosystem (EAS)
> ------------------------------------ -----------------------------------
> E. A. Shinn, Courtesy Professor
> University of South Florida
> Marine Science Center (room 204)
> 140 Seventh Avenue South
> St. Petersburg, FL 33701
> <eshinn at marine.usf.edu>
> Tel 727 553-1158---------------------------------- 
> -----------------------------------
> 
> 
> ------------------------------
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> Message: 4
> Date: Sun, 14 Mar 2010 22:02:37 -0400
> From: Billy Causey <billy.causey at noaa.gov>
> Subject: Re: [Coral-List] Passing of Brian Keller
> To: "'eshinn at marine.usf.edu'" <eshinn at marine.usf.edu>,
> "'coral-list at coral.aoml.noaa.gov'" <coral-list at coral.aoml.noaa.gov>
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> Gene ... Thank you for your words and thoughtful reflections describing Brian Keller and his reactions to "off-beat ideas" and you are so accurate! When individuals posted what I thought were off-the-wall comments or position statements ... I would call Brian for his reaction and he always, no matter the topic or the source, would advise me to take some deep breaths and hit "send" tomorrow. Most often I followed his advice .... But every once in a while my human frailties would take over and I would hit "send" before his advice sunk in to my thinking.
> 
> He always seemed neutral and it makes me realize how objective he could be in the mist of divided positions. I will miss his counsel ... And in fact, I am already missing his calm and intellectual engagement.
> 
> Gene ... We need to use Brian's passing as a wake-up call and realize we don't have time to debate or argue the obvious concepts. In Brain's memory, let's move forward!! Billy
> 
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: coral-list-bounces at coral.aoml.noaa.gov <coral-list-bounces at coral.aoml.noaa.gov>
> To: coral-list at coral.aoml.noaa.gov <coral-list at coral.aoml.noaa.gov>
> Sent: Sun Mar 14 15:42:57 2010
> Subject: [Coral-List] Passing of Brian Keller
> 
> I will miss Brian Keller. Over the years we met and discussed many
> issues in the Florida Keys but when Brian transferred here to St.
> Petersburg he became a vital and reachable resource for discussion on
> many biological issues. I often walked down to his office to bounce
> my latest off-beat idea off Brian. He had a knack of seldom changing
> his facial expression no matter how over-the-top my idea, or rant,
> might be. He would then proceed to explain the facts without ever
> saying I was just plain crazy. I always walked away feeling happy and
> enlightened. We will certainly miss Brian here at the College of
> Marine Science. The Sanctuary lost a good spokesman and a great
> scientist. Gene
> --
> 
> 
> No Rocks, No Water, No Ecosystem (EAS)
> ------------------------------------ -----------------------------------
> E. A. Shinn, Courtesy Professor
> University of South Florida
> Marine Science Center (room 204)
> 140 Seventh Avenue South
> St. Petersburg, FL 33701
> <eshinn at marine.usf.edu>
> Tel 727 553-1158----------------------------------
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