PRESENTATION TOPICS

Suitable for all audiences

  • Swimming with Whales and Dolphins:
    • Diving for the Cousteaus with Atlantic Spotted Dolphins in the Bahamas; swimming with Pink River Dophins in the Amazon and Humpback Whales in Hawaii—the artist shares her amazing adventures with these intelligent marine mammals and the artwork they have inspired.
  • Remembering Cousteau:
    • Hero. Colleague. Friend. Margery highlights the remarkable accomplishments of Jacques Cousteau and relates the personal insights and inspiration he bestowed.
  • Anacapa Adventures:
    • This introduction and preparation for an Anacapa field trip will greatly enhance this exciting experience.
  • Santa Cruz Island Adventure:
    • Rich in history, Santa Cruz Island's 96 square miles hosts a wealth of unique plants and animals. A perfect place to hike, camp, kayak or scuba-dive. Here's the chance to get all the details.
  • The California Channel Islands:
    • Margery did the research and logistics for The Cousteau Society's two-hour documentary on the California Channel Islands. Her informative presentation mixes artwork, photos and video with fun-facts and entertaining stories.
  • Marine Mammals:
    • Explore the origins, adaptations and unique characteristics of our aquatic counterparts.
  • Myths, Monsters and Mermaids:
    • Sea-monsters and mermaids are myths... or are they?
  • Plants of the Channel Islands:
    • Meet at the Channel Islands National Park headquarters in Ventura, and take a guided walk through the native plant garden. Learn the historical uses of these plants by the Chumash, who inhabited these islands for over 8,000 years.
  • The Kelp Forest:
    • Margery shares over forty-years of experience diving in the magical and mysterious kelp beds off the Channel Islands. What curious creatures lurk beneath the amber fronds? How does this fast growing seaweed benefit our daily lives?
  • Seals and Sea Lions:
    • Be charmed and amazed by the adaptations and antics of these aquatic acrobats. Margery takes you up close and personal with these bizarre and beguiling marine mammals.
  • Tidepools:
    • Expore the wonders and challenges of the hearty creatures who inhabit these intertidal zones.
  • Interpretive Beachwalk:
    • Take your group on an actual beachwalk with Margery. Learn about waves, sea birds and whatever else you encounter. Her unbridled enthusiasm will keep the conversation fun and lively. Great exercise for mind, body and spirit.