Eugene Anderson, Managing Director

Eugene began his career in oceanography in 1985 as a naturalist aboard the research vessel Conqueror at what was known as Newport Institute of Oceanography.  More

Joel Cassara, Executive Director

Joel has spent his life as a marine educator, dedicated to passing along his knowledge and passion for our oceans and its inhabitants. Beginning in 1993, he worked at Emerald Bay on Catalina Island as a camp educator while working his way toward a college degree.  More

Lenny Arkinstall, Terrestrial Habitat Management

Lenny is the founder and president of Los Cerritos Wetlands Stewards, Inc., “The Stewards.” The Stewards are under contract with the City of Long Beach to maintain sensitive marine habitats and native plant gardens throughout Long Beach, California  More

Bill Baca, Development

If there was such a thing as a professional volunteer Bill would be it. He’s been active in a number of groups and organizations and has sat on the Boards of many.  More