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The New York Times recently summed up one of the biggest climate change stories of the year so far. The planet’s average sea surface temperature spiked to a record high in April, and the ocean has remained exceptionally warm ever since, the paper reported. In July, widespread marine heatwaves drove temperatures back up to near record highs, with some hot spots nearing 100 degrees Fahrenheit. 

In late July, water temperatures off the southern tip of Florida surpassed 100 degrees Fahrenheit. What are the impacts of this hot water to Dry Tortugas, Everglades, and Biscayne national parks? We’re going to explore that question with Dr. Steve Davis, the chief science officer for the Everglades Foundation. 

Coral is a foundation species, one that creates the habitats that support biodiversity and provides essential shoreline protection. The waters of Dry Tortugas National Park are home to some 30 species of coral.  One type –- Elkhorn Coral -- rises above the rest, literally and figuratively, for its importance in the region. It also happens to be the most threatened.  

A team from the U.S. Geological Survey looked into whether Elkhorn Coral grown in nursery conditions could be transplanted in Dry Tortugas National Park and other areas of the Florida Keys.

In this episode, Mark Baratto sits down with Carol Hill, the owner of the Yankee Freedom III Ferry to the Dry Tortugas.

This episode was recorded at the beginning of 2020 and Carol has a little cold, but don't worry, it wasn't COVID-19 :)

We talk about how Carol got into the business, all the hoops she needed to jump through to be the exclusive free to the Dry Tortugas, and how having a positive attitude always wins out.

More on The Yankee Freedom III

Journey from Key West to the Dry Tortugas National Park & Fort Jefferson aboard the Yankee Freedom III Ferry!

Cruise in spacious comfort to Fort Jefferson in the Dry Tortugas National Park aboard the Yankee Freedom III, a high-speed ocean-going catamaran specifically designed for carrying passengers safely across the 70 miles of open water from Key West to the Park. The Yankee Freedom II is 100’ long and 60’ wide, a broad and stable vessel certified to carry 250 passengers; however, to maximize the comfort of each guest, we limit each trip to 175 passengers. Our veteran captain and friendly crew will take you to one of the most unique and spectacular national parks in the United States: The Dry Tortugas National Park and Fort Jefferson, one of the top Key West attractions.

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Where Outdoor Adventure summits the airwaves, it’s the Ogden Outdoor Adventure Show!! I’m your host, R. Brandon Long, on belay with you for the next 40 minutes. By my side is the BEST co-host in all the land, Todd to the Top!! 

All this and more on Ogden Outdoor Adventure Show Episode 359 - The Pulse Oximeter

WEEKLY HAPPY | Glenn Plake Ski Ballet

TRIP REPORT | Dry Tortugas

ON THE DOCKET

Repeating

• Pizza & Pints - Powder Mountain: July 16, 23, 30, August 6, 13, 20, 27
• Trail Trials - Powder Mountain | Hidden Lake Lodge: Pow Mow Trail Trials is a time-trial format trail running event. July 22, 29, August 5, 12, 19, 26
• Yoga in the Mountains - Snowbasin ; Saturday’s 9:00am at Snowbasin

Non-Repeating:

• August 29 - Eden Epic MTB Race | Eden
• Sept. 5 - Discrete Cirque Series | Brighton
• Sept. 26 - Discrete Cirque Series | Alta
• Nov 15 - Antelope Island Fall Classic 50K | Antelope Island

IN THE NEWS

• Nordic Expands | New Nordic Trails
• Mountain Town Tourism Uptick
• Save the  Gaiters
• The Pulse Oximeter
• Last Open Ski Resort Closes
• Paid to Detox
• Get your backcountry ski gear, here!

WORTH READING | How Do Athletes Get Sponsored These Days?

GEAR:30 | Visit gearthirty.com - YEEZY shoes, New Home for Lowe Alpine

Listen to the new GEAR:30 Daily Gear Podcast!

QUOTE OF THE WEEK | “The best way out is through.” ― Robert Frost

Thank you to BANYAN1 for powering today’s 359th  Episode of the Ogden Outdoor Adventure Show! Look for us on Facebook, Instagram, iTunes, Spotify, thebanyancollective.com, and on the Podbean App for Android & iPhones. ALL SHOW NOTES with links are available at thebanyancollective.com

DM us on Instagram @ogdenadventure

OUTDOOR JUKEBOX  “Cold Feet”  | Loud Luxury

As John Muir would say, “The Mountains are calling and we must go…

Where Outdoor Adventure summits the airwaves, it’s the Ogden Outdoor Adventure Show!! I’m your host, R. Brandon Long, on belay with you for the next 40 minutes. By my side is the BEST co-host in all the land, Todd to the Top!! 

All this and more on Ogden Outdoor Adventure Show Episode 359 - The Pulse Oximeter

WEEKLY HAPPY | Glenn Plake Ski Ballet

TRIP REPORT | Dry Tortugas

ON THE DOCKET

Repeating

• Pizza & Pints - Powder Mountain: July 16, 23, 30, August 6, 13, 20, 27
• Trail Trials - Powder Mountain | Hidden Lake Lodge: Pow Mow Trail Trials is a time-trial format trail running event. July 22, 29, August 5, 12, 19, 26
• Yoga in the Mountains - Snowbasin ; Saturday’s 9:00am at Snowbasin

Non-Repeating:

• August 29 - Eden Epic MTB Race | Eden
• Sept. 5 - Discrete Cirque Series | Brighton
• Sept. 26 - Discrete Cirque Series | Alta
• Nov 15 - Antelope Island Fall Classic 50K | Antelope Island

IN THE NEWS

• Nordic Expands | New Nordic Trails
• Mountain Town Tourism Uptick
• Save the  Gaiters
• The Pulse Oximeter
• Last Open Ski Resort Closes
• Paid to Detox
• Get your backcountry ski gear, here!

WORTH READING | How Do Athletes Get Sponsored These Days?

GEAR:30 | Visit gearthirty.com - YEEZY shoes, New Home for Lowe Alpine

Listen to the new GEAR:30 Daily Gear Podcast!

QUOTE OF THE WEEK | “The best way out is through.” ― Robert Frost

Thank you to BANYAN1 for powering today’s 359th  Episode of the Ogden Outdoor Adventure Show! Look for us on Facebook, Instagram, iTunes, Spotify, thebanyancollective.com, and on the Podbean App for Android & iPhones. ALL SHOW NOTES with links are available at thebanyancollective.com

DM us on Instagram @ogdenadventure

OUTDOOR JUKEBOX  “Cold Feet”  | Loud Luxury

As John Muir would say, “The Mountains are calling and we must go…