Jay Ireland and Georgienne Bradley - Making Waves - May 6, 2005

A lot of exciting things have happened since the last issue of Making Waves. Some very hip stuff is in progress and we hope you can join us.

National Geographic High Definition Filming- "Hollywood Fox"
Bradley Ireland Productions recently completed filming for the Parthenon Entertainment National Geographic one hour documentary about the San Joaquin Kit Fox. This small endangered fox is facing extinction. We went to film the story in the desert near Bakersfield, California. We were brought in late in the production to capture the difficult to obtain and high-risk sequences: We were able to capture roadrunners hunting and eating, king snakes hunting and killing rattlesnakes, and black widow spiders and spiderlets engaged in hunting behavior. We will keep you posted regarding airing times.

Imaging Foundation - Progress Report

The Imaging Foundation is moving forward. The website has been launched. We are very proud of the site and thank all the talented volunteers who pulled together to help build it. We continue to receive great feedback from folks. The site will be the hub of information and communication for those who wish to join us in protecting the natural world. We are currently accepting active participation in two expeditions. Those of you who like to travel with a purpose will really want to join us for one or both of these important Imaging Foundation expeditions. Check on our progress at http://imagingfoundation.org.

“Alert Diver Magazine”
Jay Ireland and Georgienne Bradley were featured in two consecutive issues of the Divers Alert Network’s Magazine, “Alert Diver”.

- March/April Cover and “Behind the Lens” department features Georgienne’s biography and work. See article.

- May/June “Behind the Lens” department features Jay’s biography and work. See article.

Tonga Whale Expedition: Diving with a Purpose
August 2005

Swim with Whales to Save Them!
Join a special tax deductible Imaging Foundation expedition to produce a multi-media Internet campaign to save Tonga's Humpback Whales.

Where: Ha'apai Islands, Kingdom of Tonga
When: August 2-11, 2005
What cost: $3,800 (USD) live aboard cost. Additional costs include airfare, and other costs
Why: For the thrill of your life and the chance to make a genuine difference.

The breaching, singing and curious gentle-giant humpback whale is the great dramatic icon of ocean conservation and inspiration for scientists, wildlife enthusiasts and children all over the world. But, as much as we would like to believe in the success of the international anti-whaling campaigns of the 80s, these whales are far from "saved". As Japan gears up to begin "harvesting" humpbacks from Antarctic waters again, Tonga also continues to debate the merits of renewed slaughter in its tropical breeding waters.

There is currently no dedicated website about Tonga's humpbacks. Very little information is published about the importance of them to the Tongan economy, ecology and culture, let alone their significance to the rest of the world. Few people realize that Tongan waters host this remarkable tribe of humpbacks during their mating and breeding season or that Tonga is one of the only places where people are free to swim alongside these massive mammals, looking them right in the eye.

Help Save the Whales.

Participants will help build the site during the voyage, which will be uploaded immediately following the trip for free use by schools, conservation organizations, political groups and individual whale advocates. World Wide Fund for Nature director, Etika Rupeni, is keen to use this Internet resource to assist the WWF push towards the vital South Pacific Whale Sanctuary.

Of course you do not need to be a scientist, photographer, computer expert or writer to participate in this project. You simply need to be there to share your exhilaration and observations to assist our team in the building of the website. While no special skills are required, we will be thrilled to benefit from the talents you may bring to the mix. All ideas and input will be most welcome. But our top priority is getting you up close and personal for the most intimate and exciting wildlife encounters of your life.

The Imaging Foundation is a 501(c)3 tax-exempt corporation under the United States Internal Revenue Service. It is not a private foundation. U.S. tax deductible expenses may include: live-aboard costs, airfare to Tonga, and trip cancellation insurance. AS WITH ALL TAX MATTERS, PLEASE CONSULT YOUR PERSONAL TAX ADVISOR CONCERNING TAX DEDUCTIBILITY.
Go to http://www.imagingfoundation.org/tonga.php for more details.

Cocos Island, Costa Rica Expedition
November 2005

We only have two remaining spots. Please contact us today so you don’t miss out! Do your dreams include visiting Cocos Island for some of the most amazing diving in the world? What if you could do it as a tax-deductible trip?

Join us on our upcoming expedition November 27th – December 7th 2005, when we will journey to this World Heritage Site, to gather material for the Imaging Foundation (IF). Assist with animal identification, databasing, brainstorming, or a variety of other duties while your diving dream becomes reality.

Where: Cocos Island, Costa Rica
When: November 27 – December 7, 2005
What cost: $3345 (USD) is the live aboard ship cost. Others costs will include airfare, National Park Fees, and other costs.
Why: To see, dive, and help protect one of the most amazing natural wonders of the world. If you have never been to Cocos or especially if you have, you have to join this expedition.

This special trip will be aboard the Sea Hunter and hosted by Cocos experts Jay Ireland & Georgienne Bradley. To find out more about the Imaging Foundation and expedition details, visit Imagingfoundation.org and http://www.imagingfoundation.org/cocos.php about this trip.