Barb Lake
Naturalist Marine Biology Alaska wildlife expert
Bio
Marine Biologist, accomplished speaker and storyteller, Barb presents fascinating lectures that appeal to a broad audience. Her professional and charming presentations attract a large audience who often comment on how well she explains the mysterious world of the oceans, glaciers, and forests of Alaska. Barb has lived and worked in Juneau, Alaska for the past decade. Her background in marine mammal management, research, and outreach gives her a well-rounded perspective on the wildlife of Alaska’s waters, and how human interaction affects them.
Education
B.S. Marine Biology (University of Alaska Southeast), A.S. Environmental Studies (Finger Lakes Community College)
Recent Cruises
Celebrity Edge – Seattle Juneau inside passage. Aug Sep 2024
Presentations
Whales of Alaska
The perfect preparation for your whale watching excursion. From the common humpback whale to the forgotten harbor porpoise, take a deep dive through every whale species that calls Alaska home. Learn how to identify different species and what to look for on the water.
Wildlife Checklist
From bucket list animals like bald eagles and bears to lesser-known critters like marmots and porpoise, discover and learn about the wildlife you could encounter in Southeast Alaska. Tips and tricks for where to go and what to watch for. Learn more about your favorite species and discover some new ones to find!
Local Guide to Juneau
Hear it from a real Juneauite! Everything you wanted to know about Alaska’s capital city from its indigenous foundations to its modern attractions. Get the inside scoop so you can get the most out of your visit.
Marine Mammals of Alaska
Flukes, flippers, and spouts, oh my! Get to know the aquatic animals you could see while at sea. Learn how to identify different species and what to look for on the water.
Aurora Borealis Basics
A fascinating presentation on Aurora Borealis also known as the Northern Lights. Find out what makes these mystical lights in the sky and when and where to increase your chances of seeing them.
Glaciers
Learn about the dynamic life of glaciers from snowflake to ice sheet to ocean. Discover the different types of glaciers, and how they have shaped Southeast Alaska. See how glaciers influence the wildlife and humans that live near them.
Special topic idea:
It’s a bird, it’s a plane, it’s Superman!
Find out what truly made the man fly, and why his weakness is some green glowing rock. Discover the origins of Superman and how this character has shaped and been shaped by time and culture since 1938.
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