 (Photo) Ms. Patty Carr, Director of the Pompano Fishing Rodeo, makes a presentation to Dr. Mahmood Shivji, Associate Professor, NSU Oceanographic Center and Director of the Guy Harvey Research Institute. (Photo by R.E. Dodge) |
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The Mercury Pompano Beach Fishing Rodeo, a recreational fishing tradition in South Florida, is recognizing the world class fish
conservation research of the Guy Harvey Research Institute at NSU’s Oceanographic Center .
On Friday, May 6, anglers and guests attended the Carrabba's Italian Grill Bash and Auction co-hosted by the Rotary Club of Pompano Beach. Held at the St. Coleman's Church Parish Hall this event included Italian specialties plus a live and silent auction. Proceeds of this pre-tournament event will benefit the Guy Harvey Research Institute and educational programs established by the Rotary Club of Pompano Beach. The Guy Harvey Research Institute (GHRI) conducts high quality, solution-oriented basic and applied scientific research needed for effective conservation, biodiversity maintenance, restoration, and understanding of the world's wild fishes. Based at the NSU Oceanographic Center, the GHRI also provides advanced scientific training to US and international students who will serve as future stewards of the health of our oceans. Information on GHRI research projects and scientific publications is available at www.nova.edu/ocean/ghri/. |