Help Save Sharks . . . One of our principal philosophies at COARE is that everyone has the power to make a difference. We encourage you to be as involved as possible, and applaud those who choose to take more active roles or work in the field . . .  but you can make a difference for sharks, now and today, with the following suggestions: Avoid food that contains shark or shark products, like shark fin soup. Do not patronize any restaurant serving shark fin soup.  On your way out, politely inform the management about your reasons for leaving. Avoid consuming seafood that has been captured using gear or fishing techniques that produce shark bycatch. Avoid pharmaceutical or pet products (e.g., glucosamine tablets) that contain shark cartilage or oils. Support sustainable businesses and let them know that you appreciate their efforts. Support legislation to ban the sale and trade of shark fins, like Illinois House Bill (HB) 4119 If you scuba dive or snorkel, seek non-threatening interactions with sharks and other animals.   Your tourist dollars help affirm to the local economy the value of living creatures. Help dispel common myths about sharks by speaking up when you hear people talking about them in a negative manner. When people speak ill of sharks, please take the time to correct misconceptions.   This is an incredibly effective way to spread information. Share this information with your friends.   Interested in being more involved?   Join our team of volunteers.

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