Auckland, New Zealand - Our Far South, a voyage to Antarctica and the sub-Antarctic Islands, will set sail tomorrow (Fri 10 Feb) to highlight the global importance of this last great unspoiled wilderness and the urgent need to protect it from growing human-made threats.

WWF-New Zealand's marine advocate Bob Zuur will be joining scientists and other Antarctic experts for the month-long voyage organised by philanthropist Gareth Morgan, seeking to raise awareness of the area and inspire people to speak out to protect this vital marine ecosystem.

Bob Zuur will blog regularly on the expedition's progress throughout the month-long voyage, and can be followed here. Regular web updates will also appear on WWF New Zealand's website and via Facebook and Twitter (hashtag #ourfarsouth).

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[Published in GreenNews - Read the original article]