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When it comes to adventure and experiences, nowhere is more exciting than our planet's oceans. There is nowhere more dangerous than this. The threats come from so many fronts – from overfishing to plastic pollution to rising temperatures – that you need to ask more about your maritime adventures. You need salty trips that pull dual responsibility: taking you into the deepest depths of this dynamic environment and providing practical ways to give back.
Moreover, experiencing such a cause-driven adventure may even change you for the better. The right amount of adversity and wonder gives you a new perspective – one you should celebrate with wine. Juggernaut Wines also deliberately seeks out challenges when it comes to growing conditions, whether it's mountain vineyards with thin, well-drained soils, where vines sink deeper in search of moisture, or coastal vineyards. Orchards where fog, wind and limited sunlight create stress – seemingly unfavorable conditions that bring out the best in each vine. Under pressure, a hardened vine converts resources into grapes, ensuring that the resulting fruit produces complex and delicious wines.
Seek out that difficult experience in nature to bring out the best in yourself. Chart your next course with unique adventures that explore the waters of the world's oceans in active, forever memorable ways – and that may ultimately help save these precious ecosystems.
For wildlife lovers
Whale watching from a boat off the Alaska coast ranks high on many travelers' lists – with good reason. However, witnessing the astonishing display of scale must be done responsibly. Before booking a trip, choose a whale watching company that operates safely: From a safe distance, on a boat with low noise pollution, at a speed of 7 knots or slower, and with proper protocols in place to meet mothers and calves.
Another way to check out outfitters is to see if they Whale Sense-CertifiedThe program is sponsored by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration and the Whale and Dolphin Conservation and highlights companies that follow responsible practices, so you can choose a whale-watching experience that doesn't lead to negative consequences. in alaska, check certified operator Allen Marine Tours like Juneau or Seward Ocean Excursions to witness the splendor of seeing whales, bald eagles and other wildlife in their natural habitat.
Nearest Water: You don't have to travel all the way to Alaska to see marine megafauna. Whale Sense has participating operators on the East Coast, from Maine to New Jersey to Virginia. On the west coast? Some paddling outfitters benefit from quick access to whale-watching hot spots, such as outer island tour in the San Juan Islands of Washington or Avila Beach Paddlesports' Set in central California, which in recent years has seen the migration of humpback, gray and even orca whales near the coast.
for surfers
Have you ever dreamed of surfing in South Africa? Take a step forward and give back while you're there. Through surfpopYou can share your love of surfing with local kids around Cape Town, help teach them, and develop your wave-riding skills at the same time. If you're a shark lover, the city of Gansbaai, known as the great white shark capital of the world, is only a few hours away. There, you can Document Shark Activity-And while you're there see sharks, seals, and penguins—which could help prevent the unnecessary slaughter of 100 million sharks annually.
Want a more in-depth look at these creatures who share the water with surfers? Adventurous travelers can book a once-in-a-lifetime cage-free dive with sharks off Oahu's famous North Shore with a conservation-minded organization. an ocean dive,
Nearest Water: Beginner surfers should consider Costa Rica for friendly breaks like Tamarindo and Nosara. This small, ocean-oriented and biodiverse country contains 3.5% of the world's marine life, while 30% of the country is protected. Although Costa Rica is full of worthy eco-tourism options, surfers who want to make a comeback with their cuts can do so Volunteer with Sea Turtle Conservation On the black sand beach of Tortuguero.
return partnership with 4ocean Benefits ocean health and helps Juggernaut protect the majestic predators that capture the adventurous spirit of its latest additions: a Chardonnay made from grapes grown on the remote Sonoma Coast, where great whites roam; and a Sauvignon Blanc from New Zealand's famous Marlborough region, known for orcas.
for divers
The Great Barrier Reef is one of the world's top scuba diving destinations, but it is already being destroyed due to a changing climate and polluted waters. More than half of its corals were destroyedThankfully, many dedicated organizations fight to save it through plastic pollution control, coral nurseries and responsible management. Marvel at the beauty of the reef while helping to preserve the delicate ecosystem a marine conservation volunteerLearn to dive with programs that provide more structure to your reef exploration days by gathering information in rapid monitoring surveys.
Nearest Water: For a Northern Hemisphere adventure filled with sustainable practices, visit the 3,100-acre Scarborough Marsh Audubon Center Kayak or canoe through the largest salt marsh in Maine. Learn about the importance of marshes to wildlife, and volunteers For practical conservation activities such as invasive species management and planting of native plants. If you're a coral reef lover on a budget, head to Key Largo, Florida and join in Coral Restoration Foundation Dive team to help with nursery work or replanting coral fragments on the reef.
For beach goers
Do you want an outdoor beach with a short shore to visit? Check out the sea-rich country of Norway, where 80% of the population lives less than seven miles from the oceanIts coastal waters are teeming with cold-water coral, fish, sea birds and marine life. Yet, even this far north, they are threatened by both climate change and human activity. Become a volunteer to help clean up beaches like the stunning Helgeland coast Norges Miljovernforbund (NMF)The environmental organization, whose name translates as Norway's Green Warriors, has been working to fight marine pollution since 2017. Savor the adventure with a walk to Qualwica Beach, where the sea dramatically meets towering cliffs and lush meadows.
Nearest Water: Head to Virginia's Chesapeake Bay and tides inLocated on a tributary named Carter Creek. In 2022, the inn completed a $3.6 million shoreline restoration project to restore its oyster reefs, which had been destroyed by overharvesting and pollution. Today, guests can embark on hikes on the shoreline trail or sunset kayak cruises from one of the inn's 70 rooms. They can also participate in volunteer experiences on the property through a local nonprofit partner – like repopulating baby oysters Friends of the RappahannockWhich works to protect the aquatic and wildlife habitats of the area.
Juggernaut Wine believes that overcoming challenges builds character for both people and the vines. Founded in 2018, Juggernaut Wines grows grapes in extreme conditions to create wines with irresistible character and unrestrained complexity. Juggernaut Wines harnesses the power of nature to produce wines as expressive as the powerful alpha predators that grace its labels.
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