by Jenifer Burney | Jan 5, 2017 | Blog
Many people are often afraid of the ocean, rightfully so at times. The strong waves and currents can be ominous but if we are able to look past that we can see how wonderful it can actually be. How harmonious and in sync all the creatures are with their complex...
by Jenifer Burney | Nov 24, 2016 | Blog
I remember the first time I ever watched Jaws. I was much too young for it, and for weeks afterwards I couldn’t even handle the thought of getting in a bathtub without fear of a giant shark eating me whole. Since the time Jaws premiered in theaters, the media has...
by Jenifer Burney | Aug 12, 2016 | Blog
I walked along the beach with heavy eyes as the sun started to peek over the horizon, creating an illusion with its rays as it made the once blue water a mixture of pink and orange. I slowly made my way onto the cold morning shores and immediately began to shiver. I...
by Jenifer Burney | Jul 6, 2016 | Blog
Mogethin! My journey began on June 14th, boarding the plane for Yap Proper a small island that is part of the Federated States of Micronesia. I am the first of hopefully many interns that will be giving their time and knowledge to this island and their beautiful blue...
by Jenifer Burney | Apr 27, 2016 | Blog |
Getting up early in the morning has never been one of my favorite things to do. Especially when it’s way before sunrise and the bed still feels warm and cozy. I get dressed, turn on the coffee machine, pack my snorkel gear and camera and try and wake up on the...