Ocean Sentinel Lecture and Dinner Aboard Ship w/ Famed Marine Biologist
Schedule
Thu Feb 26 2026 at 06:00 pm to 09:00 pm
UTC-05:00Location
Pier 25 at Hudson River Park | New York, NY
About this Event
***All Profits go directly to the nonprofit "VC Expedition's" initiative of getting scientific programs on the water.
Join our society for the intrepid the "Talking Ship Supper Club" series. These dinners will be accompanied by unique presentations and guided table conversations. Each evening blends culinary craft, storytelling, and scientific insight—offering guests a chance to connect over ideas, curiosity, and the history and research carried out aboard the historic ship R/V ROBERT GRAY. If you believe that there’s a thin line between leisure and exploration, this event is for you.
Thursday, 26 Feb. Speaker- Gaelin Rosenwaks
Gaelin Rosenwaks is a marine scientist, explorer, photographer, filmmaker and author. She began her career at the Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution conducting research in Antarctica and then earned her Master’s Degree in Coastal Environmental Management from Duke University researching Giant Bluefin Tunas. Alarmed by the changes happening in the oceans, Gaelin founded Global Ocean Exploration Inc to share her passion for ocean exploration, marine conservation and storytelling. She now participates and conducts expeditions in every ocean to alert the public not only to the challenges facing the oceans, but also to what science is doing to understand these changes. She is a Fellow of the Explorers Club and Royal Geographical Society and Member of the Society of Women Geographers. She has appeared as an expert and host on TV programs including on The Discovery Channel, Science Channel, CBS News, and National Geographic Channel, and is one of the few women to be featured on the cover of Outside Magazine.
A childhood experience seeing a Sperm Whale has led her on her current quest to reconnect with these ocean giants and to her first book of photography, “Sperm Whales: The Gentle Goliaths of the Oceans” (Rizzoli 2022). She is also completing a film, Finding Physty, about her personal connection to these majestic animals.
Evening's Schedule:
5:45pm-6:00pm: Arrival/Check-in at gangway (boarding ramp) to ship, Pier 25/Hudson River Park
6:00pm-7:00pm: Welcome Aboard Beverages and Passed Hors d'Oeuvres, Saloon/Main deck
7:00pm-8:30pm: Supper with Captain's Address and Presentation, Expedition Tent/Upper Deck
8:30pm-9:00pm: Dessert and Conversation, Expedition Tent/Upper Deck
TSSC
About the Supper Club
Info: "Talking Ship" gatherings are immersive experiences: intimate, engaging, and designed to spark conversation, connection, and a deeper appreciation for community and our role in the world around us. They are presented by our non-profit extension; VC Expeditions, to help raise awareness and funds for our mission- ocean engagement and education through connecting more people to marine research.
VC Expeditions
About VC Expeditions
Info: Our Mission:
Making marine science accessible to all through immersive & educational trips.
At VC Expeditions our mission is to inspire curiosity and understanding of the ocean through hands-on learning and real-world experiences. We work with communities, schools, and organizations across North America and the Caribbean to foster stewardship and a shared commitment to protecting our oceans for future generations. VC Expeditions helps bridge this gap by connecting scientists, educators, and community partners with research vessels that can get them into the field safely and effectively. Working with platforms like R/V ROBERT GRAY—currently supporting cNAMMs circumnavigation research and Seakeepers—we ensure capability and flexibility needed for successful missions.
Where is it happening?
Pier 25 at Hudson River Park, West Street, New York, United StatesEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
USD 175.00
