Last weekend, the town of Rada Tilly in Chubut was the scene of a day dedicated to connecting with the ocean and environmental awareness.
Under the warm Patagonian sun and with the whale songs as a background, more than 35 people gathered to participate in talks and activities organized by various actors committed to marine conservation, such as the Sin Azul No Hay Verde Foundation and the Stand Up Paddle and Surf school Que Fluya!. The mayor of Rada Tilly, Mariel Peralta, was also part of the event.
A day full of learning and action
The day started with a talk by Wilmer Lunelli, from Que Fluya!, who also led a Stand Up Paddle baptism for beginners. Lunelli emphasized the importance of bringing the community closer to the sea from a safe approach, promoting respect for nature.
Diego Cabanas, photographer, and Martín Moscovich, audiovisual producer, also shared their experiences in the protection of marine biodiversity. Both highlighted the power of photography and film as tools to connect people with oceanic ecosystems. Moscovich, renowned for his work in the film Ocean Souls, praised the unique biodiversity of this region of Argentina and reinforced the need for collective environmental awareness.
The day ended with a talk on plastic waste led by Juan Coustet, coordinator of Sin Azul No Hay Verde, who urged the community to commit to ocean conservation.
Rada Tilly: a biodiversity refuge
Rada Tilly is known for its amazing marine biodiversity. From its coast and cliffs, visitors can observe a variety of species such as Sei, Southern Right, and Humpback whales, as well as Risso’s dolphins and Commerson’s dolphins.
Recent studies have revealed that over 2,700 Sei whales enter the San Jorge Gulf to feed, a unique population in the world due to its proximity to the coast.
This event not only served to learn about the importance of these ecosystems but also to inspire a deeper love for the ocean and collective action towards its protection.
Cover photo: Diego Cabana
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