December 23, 2006

'Tis the Season- Our Bear Cares Gives Back

Petersburg, Alaska also known as “Little Norway,” is a favorite port among our guests. That’s why when the “Our Bear Cares” team went looking for ways to give back to the areas we travel we were pleased to support the Petersburg Marine Mammal Center (PMMC).

The PMMC among many things focuses on public education of humpback whales and other marine mammals of Southeast Alaska. Their efforts help in the recovery and preservation of Alaska’s natural wonders. The PMMC serves and is served by their capable interns. So, when Cruise West asked PMMC how we could help, the intern program developed into a natural fit.

The “Our Bear Cares” Committee was delighted to donate $10,000 to help fund the PMMC Internship Program for 2007 and beyond. “Our Bear Cares,” is supported by the Company and by donations from our guests. The program places resources and measures behind ensuring responsible travel practices that protect the natural state of the environment. By partnering with local organizations like PMMC that are already making a positive difference we along with our guests can connect with the areas we travel.

To view this short video on the presentation of the donation and interview that followed click the "play"button.

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Chesna Sullins is a Cruise Specialist with Cruise West and is the Alaska liason for the Our Bear Cares Committee.  Her efforts in coordinating this donation and ongoing relationship are appreciated by all of us at Cruise West.  Thank you, Chesna! 

Posted by Chesna on December 23, 2006 9:53 AM

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