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True... zoos allow their animals to die thanks to exposure. For example: http://www.newson6.com/global/story.asp?s=11798644

But then you'd have to deal with the entire ordeal of ensuring every piece of equipment used being inspected. And there's also the chance of wild orcas being encountered in the "park". The wild orcas calling would disrupt the captive whales. People are more likely to get injured in the ocean...

Quote: Ok, but that doesn't stop businesses/organizations from offering certain activities, does it? Sky diving isn't safe for everyone, but that doesn't mean it can't be offered for those folks who want to and are physically able to do it. I don't quite get that one, RoPo. As it stands...

They try to preserve certain lineages. It's just like with any other animal...such as the Asiatic lion. They breed them to help preserve the lives of orcas in the wild. Giraffes, etc. Sure, there is money involved as well, but without security of having bloodlines/DNA in captivity, what...

Quote: I double anybody is willing to spend the money. Sad but true. Hmm, it could be possible to turn it into an educational attraction, like Sea World. Have the enclosure, then folks can scuba dive around it (not in with the whales) and observe them. One step better than looking at them...

The trainer knew the dangers of working with large exotic animals. I feel for the trainer's family.