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Maritime Distinguished Speaker Series

Presents "Shooting for the Stars"

February 19, 2026 at 7:00 p.m.

Reuven Bank, co-founder of the Sunflower Star Laboratory, shares how community-powered conservation and cutting-edge aquaculture are helping rebuild sunflower sea star populations to restore kelp forest health in the Santa Barbara Channel.

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Join Us at San Ignacio Lagoon

February 24 - March 2, 2026

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Maritime Distinguished Speaker Series

Presents "Shooting for the Stars"

February 19, 2026 at 7:00 p.m.

Reuven Bank, co-founder of the Sunflower Star Laboratory, shares how community-powered conservation and cutting-edge aquaculture are helping rebuild sunflower sea star populations to restore kelp forest health in the Santa Barbara Channel.

Details & Registration
sunflower sea star by reuven bank
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Learn More About the 2026 Gala
San Ignacio Lagoon Gray Whales

Join Us In San Ignacio Lagoon

February 24 - March 2, 2026

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