Join us at Patagonia Boston for a screening and panel discussion of The Last Dive, a new documentary following the story of a giant manta ray off the coast of Mexico.
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Terry is a legendary figure in Baja Mexico, an American veteran who has spent decades living on—and in—the water. Once a man burdened by a troubled past, Terry’s life was transformed by an unlikely friendship with Willy, a 22-foot oceanic manta ray. For nearly two decades, Willy would slap his wings against the hull of Terry’s sailboat to signal their next dive, and together they explored the ocean’s depths—an extraordinary bond that turned Terry into an unexpected conservationist. Now in his 80’s, Terry embarks on one final journey to a remote island in hopes of reuniting with his old friend. But he’s also searching for something deeper: peace, closure, and a chance to say goodbye.
Directed by award-winning filmmaker Cody Sheehy and produced by acclaimed Mark Monroe, The Last Dive is a visually stunning and emotionally resonant documentary that invites viewers to reflect on our connection to the natural world—and the wild, mysterious creatures that help us find our place in it.
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Runtime of this documentary is 90 minutes, with a panel discussion following the film. We'll have manta ray expert from Wildlife Conservation Society Dana Tricarico, Eric Magers from Seaside Sustainability and Andrea Capurro a marine conservation expert  joining us in store for the panel discussion moderated by Michael Carvalho and we will be joined by Cody Sheehy the director virtually.Â
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 Drinks, snacks, and chance-to-win items will be available at the door! All donations and proceeds will benefit manta conservation and advocacy efforts.
Dana Tricarico received her Master's of Professional Science from the University of Miami's Rosenstiel School of Marine and Atmospheric Science in 2015 where she researched the invasive lionfish species in South Florida. Prior to that, she received her Bachelor's degree in Environmental Studies from Siena College in 2014 with a minor in Psychology, and concentration in Globalization Studies.
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She began her professional career as a biological science technician for the National Park Service, where she researched tropical marine ecosystem health and urban marine conservation. Through her fieldwork, and her experiences at various non-profits, she gained crucial outreach and administrative skills needed to coordinate conservation efforts.
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Dana continues to maintain her certification as an AAUS scientific diver, National Park Service Blue Card Holder for their dive teams and is also a PADI Divemaster. Using her skill set, she hopes to continue to assist in the growth of the New York Seascape and the WCS Global Marine Conservation as a whole.
Cody Sheehy is an award-winning filmmaker whose films intimately tell the stories of characters challenged by our changing world. He has lived on a sailboat for decades and is the founder of Rhumbline Media. As a filmmaker, he is best known for the film Make People Better, which was an official selection of HotDocs and the winner of DocVille.
 Michael Carvalho is an environmental attorney avid scuba diver with a passion for diving in Antarctica and the Arctic. A National Member of The Explorers Club, Mike recently completed his 4th Polar expedition to the Arctic where his team is studying Plankton using live photo microscopy, eDNA and physical oceanography. The results of the POLEs expedition will be presented to the United Nations Environment Program and recommend policy enhancements to the Treaty of Antarctica’s Madrid Protocol. Carvalho is the President of Carvalho & Associates, PC, a law firm he founded in 2004 with offices in Manchester by the Sea, MA and Marietta, GA.
Eric Magers is a dedicated leader in the fields of STEM education and sustainability, with over 30 years of experience as a teacher and trainer. He founded the National STEM Honor Society and Seaside Sustainability, both of which aim to enhance environmental awareness and STEM education on a national scale. Recognized by the White House for his contributions to education, Eric has developed award-winning curricula that empower students to become environmental leaders. His passion for experiential learning and community engagement is evident in his numerous successful initiatives and programs. With two Master's degrees and specialized certifications, he combines educational expertise with a commitment to sustainability. Eric's mantra encourages individuals to recognize their power as informed consumers and advocates for local action. His extensive awards reflect his impactful work in fostering environmental stewardship and innovation in education.
Andrea Capurro is an independent consultant specializing in ocean conservation, environmental policy, and marine governance, with a particular focus on Antarctica. She brings over a decade of experience at the science-policy interface, advising on marine protected areas (MPAs), ecosystem-based fisheries management, and multilateral environmental negotiations. Andrea played a key role in advancing the proposal for an MPA in the West Antarctic Peninsula, has served on the Argentine delegation to high-level policy forums under the Antarctic Treaty System, and is a member of Leading Women for the Ocean.
