The Sea Shepherd Conversation Society (SSCS) is a marine wildlife preservation group operating as an international nonprofit organization. Founded in 1977 in Vancouver, British Columbia, and incorporated in the United States in 1981 by Paul Watson, the group investigates and acts against marine habitat destruction and the killing of wildlife on the seas.

1. The Sea Shepherd
Conservation Society
By Bruce H. Foerster

2. The Sea Shepherd Conservation
Society
The Sea Shepherd Conversation Society (SSCS)
is a marine wildlife preservation group operating
as an international nonprofit organization.
Founded in 1977 in Vancouver, British
Columbia, and incorporated in the United States
in 1981 by Paul Watson, the group investigates
and acts against marine habitat destruction and
the killing of wildlife on the seas.

3. The Sea Shepherd Conservation
Society
Using a grant from the Fund for Animals, the SSCS
purchased its first seagoing vessel, the Sea
Shepherd, in 1978. While this particular vessel is no
longer serving the organization, the SSCS operates
five oceangoing ships as well as several small boats
and watercraft to support its missions. Over the
years, the SSCS has used direct action techniques to
interfere with harmful activities, including
international whaling and sealing. The group also
provides education to youth on marine wildlife and
preservation.

4. The Sea Shepherd Conservation
Society
Bruce H. Foerster is the Managing Director of
Jaguar Reef Lodge in Belize and is a long time
supporter of the SSCS. A former securities and
investment professional, Foerster holds
certifications as a commercial diver and a
commercial fixed wing and helicopter pilot.