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The epiphytic community of Pterygophora californica: Race Rocks MPA, British Columbia

Abstract Epiphytic algal growth comprises a large and complex community of the sublittoral Pacific Northwest. However, very little is known concerning population composition or dynamics in non-obligate epiphytic communities. This study aims to shed light on the epiphytic community on Pterygophora californica stipes through the population interactions of Nereocystis luetkeana and Laminaria saccharina. P. californica

Race Rocks Digital Herbarium by Ryan Murphy 2002

4DecemberGarry Fletcher97, Photos, Research

Race Rocks Digital Herbarium by Ryan Murphy of Mt.Allison University Biology Department. 2002. A project that Ryan did while staying at Race Rocks as a summer student in 2002. Ryan took his own pictures underwater and organized this project. He was supported by the Leadership Mount Allison Academic Initiative. see https://www.racerocks.ca/race-rocks-digital-herbarium-archival-reference/ Also: The epiphytic community

Public Process and the Creation of a Marine Protected Area at Race Rocks, BC

7OctoberGarry Fletcher97, ResearchMPA

For complete thesis see the PDF File: sleroyracerocks Alfred, Sean Leroy A thesis submitted in partial fulfilment of the Requirements for the degree of Master of Science (Planning) in the Faculty of Graduate Studies, UBC Oct 2002 Abstract The creation of a marine protected area in British Columbia is a political process that must reconcile

The Evolutionary Systematics of the hydrocoral populations of Race Rocks

15JulyGarry Fletcher97, Photos, Research, Videos

Alberto Lindner studied the systematics and evolution of hydrocorals using morphological and molecular biology methods for his Ph.D. thesis. He visited Race Rocks in the summer of 2002 to study the evolutionary systematics of the hydrocoral populations, and published on the species in 2011. See his explanation and reference to his research on the video

Public Process and the Creation of a Marine Protected Area at Race Rocks, British Columbia.

3AprilGarry Fletcher97, Issues, Management, Research

Abstract The creation of a marine protected area in British Columbia is a political process that must reconcile the wants of several jurisdictions and interests. One forum for consultation and reconciliation is a consensus process, where individuals representing differing interests engage in long-term, face-to-face discussions, seeking agreement on strategy, plans, policies, and actions. LeRoy, S.,

Intertidal Zonation of Halosaccion glandiforme: A focus on height and slope as factors of zonation

14JanuaryGarry Fletcher97, Photos, ResearchHalosaccion glandiforme, transect

EXTENDED ESSAY IN BIOLOGY Intertidal Zonation of Halosaccion glandiforme: A Focus on height and slope as factors of zonation. ALEX C. FLETCHER, JANUARY 14, 2002 Lester B. Pearson College of the Pacific See the original at this link ABSTRACT An intertidal study of the organism Halosaccion glandiforme was performed at Race Rocks Marine Protected Area

NOAA Marine Mammal Tracking Program: Branded sea lions at Race Rocks

30JuneGarry Fletcher97, Issues, Photos, Researchbranded sea lions, tagging sea lions

We regularly report and record images of branded Sea Lions which haul out at Race Rocks. The images are sent to Pat Gearin of NOAA in the US who identifies the history of the animal which has been part of their research. In this report, there is a photo index of many of those animals

Race Rocks Sustainable Energy System Development

17JuneGarry Fletcher97, Management, Research

Taco Niet and Dr. Ged McLean of the Institute for Integrated Energy Systems, University of Victoria presents a renewable energy plan for Race Rocks. This paper was presented at the 11th Canadian Hydrogen conference, June 17, 2001 in Victoria. See the PDF: tacopaper Abstract: Race Rocks is a small archipelago located just Southwest of Victoria,

Shade Preference in Sub-tidal populations of Dorid Nudibranchs: an Analytical Rebuttal

19NovemberGarry Fletcher97, Research

PURPOSE: The purpose of this investigation was to evaluate the claims of H.L. Geiger and A.R. Holyoak (1996) that adult dorid nudibranchs displayed a distinct shade preference during laboratory test runs, and then to analyse their conclusions. Ryan M. J. Murphy, November, 2000 A Submission for partial fulfillment of the requirements of the International Baccalaureate

Race Rocks Ecological Overview

11SeptemberGarry Fletcher97, Marine Reserves, Reports, Research

Race Rocks Ecological Overview by Wright and Pringle, DFO survey of scientific research done in the Race Rocks area, prior to 1999. Canadian technical report of Fisheries and Aquatic Sciences, 2353 See the complete 93 page PDF :

Turbulence and mixing estimates using a towed horizontal microstructure profiler.

17AugustGarry Fletcher97, Researchupwelling

Paul Macoun, former Lester Pearson College Student, then at the Ocean Turbulence Laboratory University of Victoria participated in research on vertical upwelling of the current in Race Passage Turbulence and mixing estimates using a towed horizontal microstructure profiler.

Modelling an Integrated Energy System for Race Rocks , 2000

3JulyGarry Fletcher97, Management, News, Research

Taco Niet of University of Victoria does a Master’s Thesis on modeling Tidal Energy for Race Rocks, 2000. Abstract of thesis and articles included.

Marine Bird Monitoring at Race Rocks Ecological Reserve

31MarchGarry Fletcher97, Ecological Monitoring

Note: At the time this was proposed, complete adherence to the process was not possible, so that intermittent informal monitoring only took place. From the original at: http://www.racerocks.com/racerock/seabirds/nestsurvey/monitor.htm Version 1 March 31, 2000 Prepared for Lester B. Pearson College and the Department of Fisheries and Oceans, with support from the Department of the Environment, Canadian

Protecting British Columbia’s Rockfish

7FebruaryGarry Fletcher109, 132, 94, 97, Issues, Management, Reports, Research

Since the provincial government does not have jurisdiction over fishing, the waters of Race Rocks and some other marine ecological reserves are protected by the Federal government’s Rockfish Conservation Area strategy. This program prevents fishing in the reserve. The problem is that it may not be permanent, so continued protection of all of the organisms

The Ecological Niche of Anthopleura elegantissina at Race Rocks

19JanuaryGarry Fletcher97, Research

by: Santiago Salinas Candidate number: 0034 – 119 Subject: Biology Best Language Spanish Student , Lester B. Pearson College of the Pacific Submitted as partial fulfillment for the International Baccalaureate diploma program, January 2000 from the original: http://www.racerocks.com/racerock/research/santiago/santiago.htm Abstract As with any other species at Race Rocks, Anthopleura elegantissima is an important member of

The Ecological Niche of Anthopleura elegantissima at Race Rocks

11JanuaryGarry Fletcher97, Research

by: Santiago Salinas, January 2000. “The field work consisted of taking three variables (elevation, rock temperature and time underwater) and testing them against number of organisms. Three different populations were selected and a transect containing subsequent quadrats for each was used (a Mann-Whitney test was performed to determine whether or not there is a general

Managing Tourism and Recreational Activities in Canada’s Marine Protected Areas: the Pilot Project at Race Rocks, British Columbia

11SeptemberGarry Fletcher97, Reports, Research

Louise V. Murgatroyd ~Dalhousie University, Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada.~ September 1999 ~ Managing Tourism and Recreational Activities in Canada’s Marine Protected Areas: the Pilot Project at Race Rocks, British Columbia See the linkerd file: http://www.racerocks.com/racerock/research/louise/louise.htm

Race Rocks Sea Bed Imaging and Mapping Survey : by Coastal and Oceans Research Inc, 1999

11JulyGarry Fletcher97, Research

Race Rocks Sea Bed Imaging and Mapping Survey : by Coastal and Oceans Research Inc, 1999(SIMS) consists of a towed video camera that images the seabed and is precisely positioned with real-time differential GPS.This is a specialized seabed classification system allows precision mapping of the nearshore substrate, flora and fauna, as well as identification of

Gaps in Research for the Race Rocks Pilot Marine Protected Area.

17AprilGarry Fletcher97, Management, Research

Part 5: SCIENCE AND PLANNING FOR THE IMMEDIATE FUTURE Gaps in Research for the Race Rocks Pilot Marine Protected Area. From a workshop held at Pearson College in April, 1999 on the publication of an Ecosystem Overview database by Garry Fletcher. The workshop addressed the issue of gaps in research in the afternoon session. The

Patterns of Color Polymorphism in the Intertidal Snail Littorina sitkana in the Race Rocks Marine Protected Area,

19FebruaryGarry Fletcher97, Researchevolution, intertidal research, periwinkle, student research, tidepool

AN EXTENDED ESSAY PREPARED FOR THE INTERNATIONAL BACCALAUREATE February 1999Name: Rosso, Giovanni Edoardo Best language: Italian School: Lester B. Pearson College of the Pacific Subject: Environmental Systems Supervisor: Mr. Garry Fletcher Table of contents: Abstract ————————————————————— 3 Introduction ———————————————————– 4 Materials and methods ———————————————— 5 Data analysis ———————————————————- 7 Conclusion ———————————————————– 12 Observations ——————————————————— 13