Please join us for a hybrid Science Sunday lecture!
The Ominous Ocean:
Rogue Waves, Rip Currents, and Other Dangers Along the Shoreline and in the Sea
Sunday, July 17, 2022, 1:30 – 3:00 PM PDT
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- 1:30 – 2:30 PM: Lecture
- 2:30 – 3 PM: Book signing*
Distinguished Professor of Earth Sciences, UC Santa Cruz
The oceans cover 71% of the planet and pose a myriad of hazards to everyone from blue-water sailors to the casual beachcomber. From rip currents to rogue waves, the possibilities for some water-borne calamity seem endless, but in most cases, a deadly outcome can be avoided or at least mitigated by having a better understanding of the risks involved.
This book presents cautionary tales of the most dangerous aspects of ocean encounters, including hazardous sea life such as sharks and rays, the power of waves, and high seas that can engulf an entire fleet of naval vessels. In each case, the author provides actual examples of various ocean phenomena and the people who either survive or succumb to them, from competitive big-wave surfers to the passengers and crew of the ocean liner Queen Elizabeth 2, severely damaged by a 95-foot wave that seemed to come out of nowhere in the middle of the night.
The author also addresses several well-known maritime disasters and their causes, as well as such phenomena as the so-called Bermuda Triangle. Above all, The Ominous Ocean seeks to provide a better understanding of the perilous seas, so that we will be better prepared before taking that swim or venturing off to places unknown.
Join Gary Griggs for an engaging presentation followed by a book signing.
Registration
Join us in person
In-person Science Sunday is included with admission to the Seymour Center. Passes are first-come, first-served. No advanced reservations.
- Lecture passes are available at the admissions counter at 12:30 PM.
- Doors open to the lecture hall at 1:00 PM.
- Seating is limited and first-come, first-served. No late seating. No advanced reservations.
Join us virtually
Online webinar is FREE with a suggested donation or membership
Register Here for online webinar
About Science Sunday
Science Sunday is for everyone interested in the world around them. Join us on the third Sunday of every month (except December) for a public lecture from a marine scientist, who presents current research and topics in an entertaining and easy-to-understand format, with up-to-date photos, video, and discussion.
- Time: 1:30 PM; lectures are one hour long and include time for a few questions at the end.
- Location: Hybrid
- Recommended for ages 10 and older.