Tag: inspiration

Bill Dance!

by theconservationkid

If you know anything about Bass Fishing from the past 50+ years, you e probably heard the name, Bill Dance!

Bill Dance is a legend in the fishing world but also a great Tennessee native. Being from Tennessee and having spent a ton of time on the river, I knew this name. My whole family knows his name. My mom grew up watching him on television.

This week I had the honor of meeting this legend! Mr. Dance was presented with a resolution in his name in Nashville. I was invited and even got to be on the floor in the House of Representatives when he was honored. This is a day I’ll never forget!

He even signed my hat!

Pattrn & The Weather Channel

by theconservationkid

I love sharing my story and passion with others. Being able to do that with my documentary has been so fun! Check out my quick interview with Pattrn & The Weather Channel.

Dreams DO Come True!

by theconservationkid

Last week, I had the amazing opportunity to see my hard work pay off. My friend and mentor, Jim Abernethy took me to his underwater playground which is Tiger Beach, Bahamas.

Jim Abernethy is an award-winning author, photographer, cinematographer and conservationist who pioneered shark encounters without a cage. Starting at a young age, scuba diving served as an inspiration for his life’s mission as a conservationist.

His award-winning marine life images are often featured in the world’s top nature magazines.  His incredible expedition clients include many of the world’s top nature filmmakers and magazines such as Imax, National Geographic, BBC Wildlife, Animal Planet, and Discovery Channel.

Jim and I share a love for scuba diving as well as sharks. I had the immense opportunity to go see where he spends most of his time. This trip was all because of my hard work and conservation initiatives. It is true, hard work pays off. This is an experience I will always cherish.

World Oceans Day

by theconservationkid

Every year on June 8, the world comes together to celebrate World Oceans Day. Our oceans are in trouble. If there’s a place I’m happiest, besides the river, it’s at the ocean. Water is life! Our oceans are a huge carbon sink, but also supplies the world with oxygen, more than the rainforests!

I have had the opportunity to enjoy time underwater as a certified scuba diver and that’s where I feel the most peace. Whether I’m diving with sharks, turtles, octopus or stingrays, the feeling is incredible!

Rivers are Life

by theconservationkid

I have consistently said when I “grow up” I want to do photography & cinematography. I have been filmed several times and I love the process of sharing about conservation and wildlife. Cinematography is such an amazing way to share a message to a larger broader audience. Check out this new film I am in with Rivers are Life!

Cleanups!

by theconservationkid

So lately I have done several cleanups, alone and with others. Either way, I am making an impact and so can you. From 2 pounds to 20,000, every single piece and pound matter.

SEWE 2023

by theconservationkid

Over the weekend, I had the great honor of not only attending SEWE (Southeastern Wildlife Exposition) but, introducing one of my heroes in wildlife conservation, Forrest Galante!

Being invited to such an event is inspiring on its own, but being able to meet and introduce a hero of mine and a person who has devoted his life to conservation is such an experience.

Weekends like this, when people want to hear what I have to say and know my voice matters, keeps me motivated to keep making changes and improving the world around me.

Clean up success!

by theconservationkid

Last weekend I hosted a cleanup for the new year. It was a great time meeting new people who care about our environment and our planet. We removed a little over 550 pounds.

https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=u2KmLBbhcNE&feature=share&fbclid=IwAR1COulVjDDxiqdTkmjzFmwFk3yE7Ab0hlRRgJYEJ9cMfCy6bcVOQtEGX4o

Time for Kids Article

by theconservationkid

I had the pleasure of speaking with Ashley Ruiz, the chief meteorologist in Baton Rouge, Louisiana.

We spoke about climate change, girls in STEM, overcoming difficulties and moving forward. Check it out here!

https://www.timeforkids.com/your-hot-job/articles/my-chat-meteorologist-ashley-ruiz