Pacific Whale Foundation naturalists and volunteers will be stationed at three locations along Maui’s coast to help you locate whales from shore. They’ll share with you the best techniques for spotting these amazing marine mammals and have binoculars and scopes to help you get a better view, along with models and marine artifacts. You’ll also get answers to your questions about whales, geography and natural history. Free and open to all. Part of Maui Whale Festival. Offered December 11, 2011 – April 30, 2012.
For information, please call (808) 249-8811 ext. 1.
Offered at these locations. Please note specified dates and times:
Papawai Point Offered daily 8:00 am to 2:00 pm
Watch whales at this popular scenic overlook off Honoapi’ilani Highway (Route 30) located approximately 3 miles northwest of Ma’alaea Harbor.
Wailea Marriott Offered Tuesday and Thursdays 7:30-11:30 am
View whales along the Ocean Path in front of the Wailea Marriott, off Wailea Alanui Drive, Wailea.
Maui Ocean Club Offered Wednesdays and Fridays 7:30-11:30 am
Marriot’s Maui Ocean Club, locatedon Kaanapali Beach, is the site of the “Trail of the Whale” Marine Naturalist Station on Maui’s westside. The station is located along the oceanfront pedestrian path fronting the resort.
An additional location to view whales is the Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary Visitor Center, located at 726 S. Kihei Road, Kihei. Open Mondays through Fridays from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm. Sanctuary staff and volunteers provide free information about whales. Reservations not required. For information, call (808) 879-2818.
The Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary also offers free information on sea turtles, coral reefs, fish and whales at the Grand Wailea Ocean Path, from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm on Wednesdays. In addition, the Sanctuary will offer another free information site at the boardwalk at Whaler’s Village in Ka’anapali on Thursdays, from 9 am to 1 pm. For information, call (808) 879-2818.
Exhibit of stunning whale photography, hosted by Pacific Whale Foundation as part of the Maui Whale Festival. Open daily, from January 28 - March 31, 2012, from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. Located at Ma’alaea Harbor Shops, next door to Maui Ocean Center. The Tribute to the Whales: Whale and Dolphin Photography Exhibition features works by professional wildlife photographers Monica and Michael Sweet, Douglas Hoffman, David Fleetham and several Pacific Whale Foundation member photographers, including Herb Hartmann and Dale Walsh. It will also include photos taken by Pacific Whale Foundation's researchers and naturalists, including photography by Greg Kaufman, Founder and President of Pacific Whale Foundation and naturalists Daimar Tamarack, John O'Leary and Jes Beneteau. For info, call (808) 249-8811. The Ma'alaea Harbor Shops are located on Route 30, Honoapi'ilani Highway, next to Maui Ocean Center. Admission is free. For information, visit www.mauiwhalefestival.org or call Pacific Whale Foundation at (808) 249-8811 ext. 1. Presented by Pacific Whale Foundation. Part of the Maui Whale Festival.
Join the growing worldwide trend of "voluntourism" by participating in the Volunteering on Vacation program offered by Pacific Whale Foundation. In exchange for your efforts, you'll receive a free totebag and the satisfaction of joining in efforts to protect Maui's unique environment.
With Hawaiian Islands Land Trust, you'll visit Waihee Coastal Dunes and Wetlands Refuge, a remarkable coastal area that’s rich in Hawaiian history and bird watching, to remove invasive species and clear brush. The program takes place every Friday from 7:15 am to noon and includes four hours of work. Meet at 7:15 am in front of the Hawaiian Islands Land Trust Offices, located at 2371 W Vineyard St in Wailuku, adjacent to the Iao Valley Church. Bring water, snacks, lunch and sunscreen, and wear closed-toe shoes, pants and hat (sun protection). Be sure to call at least 24 hours in advance to sign up! From the U.S. Mainland, please call 1-800-942-5311, or call (808)-249-8811 ext. 1. Learn more about Pacific Whale Foundation’s Volunteering on Vacation program at http://volunteersonvacation.org.
Hawaiian Island Land Trust, Waihee Coastal Dunes and Wetlands Refuge
Pacific Whale Foundation naturalists and volunteers will be stationed at three locations along Maui’s coast to help you locate whales from shore. They’ll share with you the best techniques for spotting these amazing marine mammals and have binoculars and scopes to help you get a better view, along with models and marine artifacts. You’ll also get answers to your questions about whales, geography and natural history. Free and open to all. Part of Maui Whale Festival. Offered December 11, 2011 – April 30, 2012.
For information, please call (808) 249-8811 ext. 1.
Offered at these locations. Please note specified dates and times:
Papawai Point Offered daily 8:00 am to 2:00 pm
Watch whales at this popular scenic overlook off Honoapi’ilani Highway (Route 30) located approximately 3 miles northwest of Ma’alaea Harbor.
Wailea Marriott Offered Tuesday and Thursdays 7:30-11:30 am
View whales along the Ocean Path in front of the Wailea Marriott, off Wailea Alanui Drive, Wailea.
Maui Ocean Club Offered Wednesdays and Fridays 7:30-11:30 am
Marriot’s Maui Ocean Club, locatedon Kaanapali Beach, is the site of the “Trail of the Whale” Marine Naturalist Station on Maui’s westside. The station is located along the oceanfront pedestrian path fronting the resort.
An additional location to view whales is the Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary Visitor Center, located at 726 S. Kihei Road, Kihei. Open Mondays through Fridays from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm. Sanctuary staff and volunteers provide free information about whales. Reservations not required. For information, call (808) 879-2818.
The Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary also offers free information on sea turtles, coral reefs, fish and whales at the Grand Wailea Ocean Path, from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm on Wednesdays. In addition, the Sanctuary will offer another free information site at the boardwalk at Whaler’s Village in Ka’anapali on Thursdays, from 9 am to 1 pm. For information, call (808) 879-2818.
Exhibit of stunning whale photography, hosted by Pacific Whale Foundation as part of the Maui Whale Festival. Open daily, from January 28 - March 31, 2012, from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. Located at Ma’alaea Harbor Shops, next door to Maui Ocean Center. The Tribute to the Whales: Whale and Dolphin Photography Exhibition features works by professional wildlife photographers Monica and Michael Sweet, Douglas Hoffman, David Fleetham and several Pacific Whale Foundation member photographers, including Herb Hartmann and Dale Walsh. It will also include photos taken by Pacific Whale Foundation's researchers and naturalists, including photography by Greg Kaufman, Founder and President of Pacific Whale Foundation and naturalists Daimar Tamarack, John O'Leary and Jes Beneteau. For info, call (808) 249-8811. The Ma'alaea Harbor Shops are located on Route 30, Honoapi'ilani Highway, next to Maui Ocean Center. Admission is free. For information, visit www.mauiwhalefestival.org or call Pacific Whale Foundation at (808) 249-8811 ext. 1. Presented by Pacific Whale Foundation. Part of the Maui Whale Festival.
Nothing says "Maui fun" like dancing in the open air on the bow of a boat at sea – and watching whales -- at sunset! This fun-filled, multi-generational cruise is led by local island music and reggae star Marty Dread. His charisma and enthusiasm gets everyone dancing and enjoying themselves. The cruise includes an array of delicious hot and cold appetizers, plus Maui Brewing Co. beer, wine, Mai Tais and tropical well drinks (up to 3 per guest) as well as sodas, filtered water and juices. Offered by Pacific Whale Foundation, it departs from Ma'alaea Harbor on Friday evenings.
This cruise departs at 4:30pm until March 1. After March 1, it departs at 5:00 pm.
Whale sightings guaranteed from December 16 through April 30 or you get a free ticket for a regular Pacific Whale Foundation Whalewatch. Price is $59.95 for adults and $39.95 for children. Book online at www.pacificwhale.org and save 10%.Pacific Whale Foundation Members save 20%. For reservations and information, please call (808) 249-8811 ext. 1.
NEW! Experience Haleakala for the first time or in a new way; choose early morning or late afternoon. Now offered on the first and third Saturdays of every month. Want to see spectacular views at 7,000 feet, watch rare native birdsand save unique ecosystems found nowhere else on the planet? Come toHaleakala National Park. Pacific Whale Foundation will host a group ofvolunteers to pull invasive pine trees and enjoy a picnic lunchafterwards at Hosmer Grove. Join the growing worldwide trend of"voluntourism" by participating in the Volunteering on Vacationprogram offered by Pacific Whale Foundation. In exchange for yourefforts, you'll receive a free tote bag and the satisfaction ofjoining in efforts to protect Maui's unique environment. Warm clothes,long pants and closed-toed shoes are required. Bring water and lunch.Participants get to experience the park for free. Transportation isprovided. Participants can meet in front of the Pacific WhaleFoundation Store, located in the Harbor Shops of Ma'alaea at 7:30 am (first Saturday)/ 1:00 pm (third Saturday) or at 8:15 am (first Saturday)/ 1:30 pm (third Saturday) in the parking lot of Tavares Community Center, locatedin Pukalani. Reservations required. Please call (808) 249-8811 ext.1. From the U.S. Mainland, please call 1-800-942-5311. Learn moreabout Pacific Whale Foundation’s Volunteering on Vacation program athttp://volunteersonvacation.org.
Pacific Whale Foundation naturalists and volunteers will be stationed at three locations along Maui’s coast to help you locate whales from shore. They’ll share with you the best techniques for spotting these amazing marine mammals and have binoculars and scopes to help you get a better view, along with models and marine artifacts. You’ll also get answers to your questions about whales, geography and natural history. Free and open to all. Part of Maui Whale Festival. Offered December 11, 2011 – April 30, 2012.
For information, please call (808) 249-8811 ext. 1.
Offered at these locations. Please note specified dates and times:
Papawai Point Offered daily 8:00 am to 2:00 pm
Watch whales at this popular scenic overlook off Honoapi’ilani Highway (Route 30) located approximately 3 miles northwest of Ma’alaea Harbor.
Wailea Marriott Offered Tuesday and Thursdays 7:30-11:30 am
View whales along the Ocean Path in front of the Wailea Marriott, off Wailea Alanui Drive, Wailea.
Maui Ocean Club Offered Wednesdays and Fridays 7:30-11:30 am
Marriot’s Maui Ocean Club, locatedon Kaanapali Beach, is the site of the “Trail of the Whale” Marine Naturalist Station on Maui’s westside. The station is located along the oceanfront pedestrian path fronting the resort.
An additional location to view whales is the Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary Visitor Center, located at 726 S. Kihei Road, Kihei. Open Mondays through Fridays from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm. Sanctuary staff and volunteers provide free information about whales. Reservations not required. For information, call (808) 879-2818.
The Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary also offers free information on sea turtles, coral reefs, fish and whales at the Grand Wailea Ocean Path, from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm on Wednesdays. In addition, the Sanctuary will offer another free information site at the boardwalk at Whaler’s Village in Ka’anapali on Thursdays, from 9 am to 1 pm. For information, call (808) 879-2818.
With our partner Malama Honokawai you’ll visit the beautiful and hidden Honokawai Valley, an area closed to the public. Among Hawaiian archeological sites, you’ll learn about Hawaiian history and culture as you help to remove invasive weed plants and possibly plant native species. The program runs from 9:00 am to 3:30 pm. Bring water, snacks, lunch, sunscreen and bug repellant and wear closed-toe shoes, pants and a t-shirt. You'll receive a free tote bag for your efforts.
Be sure to call (808) 249-8811 ext. 1 at least 24 hours in advance to sign up! ! Learn more about Pacific Whale Foundation’s Volunteering on Vacation program at http://volunteersonvacation.org/
Meet at 9 a.m. in front of North Sugar Cane Train Station, Puukoli Road, Kaanapali.
Exhibit of stunning whale photography, hosted by Pacific Whale Foundation as part of the Maui Whale Festival. Open daily, from January 28 - March 31, 2012, from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. Located at Ma’alaea Harbor Shops, next door to Maui Ocean Center. The Tribute to the Whales: Whale and Dolphin Photography Exhibition features works by professional wildlife photographers Monica and Michael Sweet, Douglas Hoffman, David Fleetham and several Pacific Whale Foundation member photographers, including Herb Hartmann and Dale Walsh. It will also include photos taken by Pacific Whale Foundation's researchers and naturalists, including photography by Greg Kaufman, Founder and President of Pacific Whale Foundation and naturalists Daimar Tamarack, John O'Leary and Jes Beneteau. For info, call (808) 249-8811. The Ma'alaea Harbor Shops are located on Route 30, Honoapi'ilani Highway, next to Maui Ocean Center. Admission is free. For information, visit www.mauiwhalefestival.org or call Pacific Whale Foundation at (808) 249-8811 ext. 1. Presented by Pacific Whale Foundation. Part of the Maui Whale Festival.
Enjoy a special VIP cruise with Pacific Whale Foundation’s President and founder, Greg Kaufman. A pioneer in whale research and efforts to save whales, Greg has written three books about whales and is an invited participant in the International Whaling Commission's Scientific Committee. During the whalewatch cruise Greg will provide insightful commentary and expert interpretation of the whales’ intriguing behaviors.This two hour cruise departs at 12:30 on March 3, 2012 from Lahaina Harbor. Whale sightings are guaranteed, or you get a free ticket for a regular Pacific Whale Foundation whalewatch. Price is $49.95 for adults, $34.95 for children ages 7 -12. Children ages 6 and under go free. Each party receives a free copy of the book, Humpbacks of Hawaii: The Long Journey Back, autographed by author Greg Kaufman. Book online at www.pacificwhale.org and save 10%. Pacific Whale Foundation Members save 20%. For information or reservations, please call (808) 249-8811 ext. 1.
Pacific Whale Foundation naturalists and volunteers will be stationed at three locations along Maui’s coast to help you locate whales from shore. They’ll share with you the best techniques for spotting these amazing marine mammals and have binoculars and scopes to help you get a better view, along with models and marine artifacts. You’ll also get answers to your questions about whales, geography and natural history. Free and open to all. Part of Maui Whale Festival. Offered December 11, 2011 – April 30, 2012.
For information, please call (808) 249-8811 ext. 1.
Offered at these locations. Please note specified dates and times:
Papawai Point Offered daily 8:00 am to 2:00 pm
Watch whales at this popular scenic overlook off Honoapi’ilani Highway (Route 30) located approximately 3 miles northwest of Ma’alaea Harbor.
Wailea Marriott Offered Tuesday and Thursdays 7:30-11:30 am
View whales along the Ocean Path in front of the Wailea Marriott, off Wailea Alanui Drive, Wailea.
Maui Ocean Club Offered Wednesdays and Fridays 7:30-11:30 am
Marriot’s Maui Ocean Club, locatedon Kaanapali Beach, is the site of the “Trail of the Whale” Marine Naturalist Station on Maui’s westside. The station is located along the oceanfront pedestrian path fronting the resort.
An additional location to view whales is the Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary Visitor Center, located at 726 S. Kihei Road, Kihei. Open Mondays through Fridays from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm. Sanctuary staff and volunteers provide free information about whales. Reservations not required. For information, call (808) 879-2818.
The Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary also offers free information on sea turtles, coral reefs, fish and whales at the Grand Wailea Ocean Path, from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm on Wednesdays. In addition, the Sanctuary will offer another free information site at the boardwalk at Whaler’s Village in Ka’anapali on Thursdays, from 9 am to 1 pm. For information, call (808) 879-2818.
Every Sunday morning (from January 8 through May 13), Pacific Whale Foundation will offer Whale Photo Safari Cruises, featuring hands-on training on capturing great whale images with digital cameras. This at-sea workshop is suitable for beginning and advanced photographers. You'll learn to get the best results from whatever camera you currently own. This trip will be led by a Pacific Whale Foundation naturalist, along with David Fleetham, professional marine wildlife photographer.
David Fleetham’s photographs have been published around the globe, with over one hundred magazine covers to date. In 1991 his photograph of a sandbar shark appeared on the cover of LIFE. It is the only underwater photograph to ever be selected for the cover. His award-winning work has been published by National Geographic, The Cousteau Society and every North American diving publication. The Smithsonian Museum, The North Carolina Museum of Natural History, The London Zoo, Hong Kong Museum, The Waikiki, Vancouver, Monterey Bay, John G. Shedd Aquarium, Maui Ocean Center and the Aquarium of the Americas all display his work.
Whether you are a novice or an experienced photographer, this unique hands-on adventure will help you learn and practice expert techniques for photographing whales and other wildlife. Bring your own digital camera and learn to get the best results from whatever model you currently own. During your 3-hour cruise, you’ll discover the most effective camera settings for our local conditions at sea. You’ll also learn about and have the opportunity to use proven digital photo techniques to maximize each opportunity presented by the whales that you encounter. We'll also take a break from photography to drop an underwater hydrophone into the water to listen to live whale songs.
This cruise departs from Lahaina Harbor on Sunday mornings. It takes place on our new raft, Ocean Freedom, to give you fantastic water-level views of whales. Just launched in 2011, Ocean Freedom's innovative design was created by the longtime Hawaiian mariners at Navatek, and incorporates special "no slamming" features for added stability and comfort. Ocean Freedom also has an onboard bathroom.
Please note that you are required to bring your own camera equipment on this cruise. Didn't bring your camera to Maui? We rent Canon PowerShot digital cameras at Pacific Whale Foundation's Ocean Stores.
This cruise departs at 9:15 am from Lahaina Harbor and returns at 12:15 pm. Price is $99.95 per person. Book online and save 10%. Pacific Whale Foundation Members save 20%. Visit www.pacificwhale.org or call Pacific Whale Foundation for reservations and information at (808) 249-8811 ext. 1.
Exhibit of stunning whale photography, hosted by Pacific Whale Foundation as part of the Maui Whale Festival. Open daily, from January 28 - March 31, 2012, from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. Located at Ma’alaea Harbor Shops, next door to Maui Ocean Center. The Tribute to the Whales: Whale and Dolphin Photography Exhibition features works by professional wildlife photographers Monica and Michael Sweet, Douglas Hoffman, David Fleetham and several Pacific Whale Foundation member photographers, including Herb Hartmann and Dale Walsh. It will also include photos taken by Pacific Whale Foundation's researchers and naturalists, including photography by Greg Kaufman, Founder and President of Pacific Whale Foundation and naturalists Daimar Tamarack, John O'Leary and Jes Beneteau. For info, call (808) 249-8811. The Ma'alaea Harbor Shops are located on Route 30, Honoapi'ilani Highway, next to Maui Ocean Center. Admission is free. For information, visit www.mauiwhalefestival.org or call Pacific Whale Foundation at (808) 249-8811 ext. 1. Presented by Pacific Whale Foundation. Part of the Maui Whale Festival.
Through Volunteering on Vacation, a free program offered by Pacific Whale Foundation, join South Maui Volunteers and group leaders Bob and Lis Richardson to help maintain an ocean-side trail, restore sand dunes, pick up litter and remove invasive species. 7:30 to 9:30 am Meeting locations are announced every Wednesday for the following Monday. Project updates and upcoming locations are posted each Wednesday at www.southmauivolunteers.com. On Monday May 21, from 8:00- 10:00 the project site will be the Kihei Boat Ramp. Bring water, snacks and sunscreen and wear solid, closed-toed shoes. Get a free Volunteering on Vacation tote bag for your efforts! For info or to sign up call (808) 249-8811 ext. 1. Learn more about Pacific Whale Foundation’s Volunteering on Vacation program at http://volunteersonvacation.org/
Learn firsthand what it is like to be a whale researcher on a personally guided group tour. This is a special opportunity to interact with Pacific Whale Foundation’s researchers and marine biologists. This research adventure begins over a complimentary continental breakfast (pastries, fresh fruit, coffee and tea) in Pacific Whale Foundation’s Discovery Center. Your small group will gather for a 45-minute presentation by a member of the Pacific Whale Foundation’s research team to learn about the foundation’s ongoing whale research and photo identification efforts. You’ll also learn about the whales that you are about to encounter.
The group will then embark on a two-hour whalewatch tour with a member of the research team. Researchers will share their knowledge of whale behavior, and interpret the significance and purpose of humpback social activity within the context of season and location. The tour wraps up with a final 45-minute visit to Pacific Whale Foundation’s Discovery Center.
Offered on Mondays, from 8:00 am to 11:30 am. Meet at 7:45 am for this tour at Pacific Whale Foundation’s Ocean Store, 300 Ma'alaea Road, located at the Ma’alaea Harbor Shops, adjacent to the Maui Ocean Center Aquarium and next to Ma'alaea Harbor. As always, whale sightings are guaranteed. (If you do not see whales, you will get a free ticket for one of our Classic Whalewatches.).
Price includes free CD of the research photos taken during the cruise, plus some of our researchers’ favorite whale photos, free “I Love Whales” bumpersticker, free copy of Pacific Whale Foundation’s exclusive DVD, “Research Clips From the Field,” featuring video of whales observed during our 2011 whale research study in Australia and free whale poster and color whalewatch guide.
Book online at www.pacificwhale.org and save 10%. Pacific Whale Foundation Members save 20%. For reservations, please call (808) 249-8811 ext. 1.
Pacific Whale Foundation naturalists and volunteers will be stationed at three locations along Maui’s coast to help you locate whales from shore. They’ll share with you the best techniques for spotting these amazing marine mammals and have binoculars and scopes to help you get a better view, along with models and marine artifacts. You’ll also get answers to your questions about whales, geography and natural history. Free and open to all. Part of Maui Whale Festival. Offered December 11, 2011 – April 30, 2012.
For information, please call (808) 249-8811 ext. 1.
Offered at these locations. Please note specified dates and times:
Papawai Point Offered daily 8:00 am to 2:00 pm
Watch whales at this popular scenic overlook off Honoapi’ilani Highway (Route 30) located approximately 3 miles northwest of Ma’alaea Harbor.
Wailea Marriott Offered Tuesday and Thursdays 7:30-11:30 am
View whales along the Ocean Path in front of the Wailea Marriott, off Wailea Alanui Drive, Wailea.
Maui Ocean Club Offered Wednesdays and Fridays 7:30-11:30 am
Marriot’s Maui Ocean Club, locatedon Kaanapali Beach, is the site of the “Trail of the Whale” Marine Naturalist Station on Maui’s westside. The station is located along the oceanfront pedestrian path fronting the resort.
An additional location to view whales is the Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary Visitor Center, located at 726 S. Kihei Road, Kihei. Open Mondays through Fridays from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm. Sanctuary staff and volunteers provide free information about whales. Reservations not required. For information, call (808) 879-2818.
The Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary also offers free information on sea turtles, coral reefs, fish and whales at the Grand Wailea Ocean Path, from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm on Wednesdays. In addition, the Sanctuary will offer another free information site at the boardwalk at Whaler’s Village in Ka’anapali on Thursdays, from 9 am to 1 pm. For information, call (808) 879-2818.
Exhibit of stunning whale photography, hosted by Pacific Whale Foundation as part of the Maui Whale Festival. Open daily, from January 28 - March 31, 2012, from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. Located at Ma’alaea Harbor Shops, next door to Maui Ocean Center. The Tribute to the Whales: Whale and Dolphin Photography Exhibition features works by professional wildlife photographers Monica and Michael Sweet, Douglas Hoffman, David Fleetham and several Pacific Whale Foundation member photographers, including Herb Hartmann and Dale Walsh. It will also include photos taken by Pacific Whale Foundation's researchers and naturalists, including photography by Greg Kaufman, Founder and President of Pacific Whale Foundation and naturalists Daimar Tamarack, John O'Leary and Jes Beneteau. For info, call (808) 249-8811. The Ma'alaea Harbor Shops are located on Route 30, Honoapi'ilani Highway, next to Maui Ocean Center. Admission is free. For information, visit www.mauiwhalefestival.org or call Pacific Whale Foundation at (808) 249-8811 ext. 1. Presented by Pacific Whale Foundation. Part of the Maui Whale Festival.
Pacific Whale Foundation naturalists and volunteers will be stationed at three locations along Maui’s coast to help you locate whales from shore. They’ll share with you the best techniques for spotting these amazing marine mammals and have binoculars and scopes to help you get a better view, along with models and marine artifacts. You’ll also get answers to your questions about whales, geography and natural history. Free and open to all. Part of Maui Whale Festival. Offered December 11, 2011 – April 30, 2012.
For information, please call (808) 249-8811 ext. 1.
Offered at these locations. Please note specified dates and times:
Papawai Point Offered daily 8:00 am to 2:00 pm
Watch whales at this popular scenic overlook off Honoapi’ilani Highway (Route 30) located approximately 3 miles northwest of Ma’alaea Harbor.
Wailea Marriott Offered Tuesday and Thursdays 7:30-11:30 am
View whales along the Ocean Path in front of the Wailea Marriott, off Wailea Alanui Drive, Wailea.
Maui Ocean Club Offered Wednesdays and Fridays 7:30-11:30 am
Marriot’s Maui Ocean Club, locatedon Kaanapali Beach, is the site of the “Trail of the Whale” Marine Naturalist Station on Maui’s westside. The station is located along the oceanfront pedestrian path fronting the resort.
An additional location to view whales is the Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary Visitor Center, located at 726 S. Kihei Road, Kihei. Open Mondays through Fridays from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm. Sanctuary staff and volunteers provide free information about whales. Reservations not required. For information, call (808) 879-2818.
The Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary also offers free information on sea turtles, coral reefs, fish and whales at the Grand Wailea Ocean Path, from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm on Wednesdays. In addition, the Sanctuary will offer another free information site at the boardwalk at Whaler’s Village in Ka’anapali on Thursdays, from 9 am to 1 pm. For information, call (808) 879-2818.
Exhibit of stunning whale photography, hosted by Pacific Whale Foundation as part of the Maui Whale Festival. Open daily, from January 28 - March 31, 2012, from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. Located at Ma’alaea Harbor Shops, next door to Maui Ocean Center. The Tribute to the Whales: Whale and Dolphin Photography Exhibition features works by professional wildlife photographers Monica and Michael Sweet, Douglas Hoffman, David Fleetham and several Pacific Whale Foundation member photographers, including Herb Hartmann and Dale Walsh. It will also include photos taken by Pacific Whale Foundation's researchers and naturalists, including photography by Greg Kaufman, Founder and President of Pacific Whale Foundation and naturalists Daimar Tamarack, John O'Leary and Jes Beneteau. For info, call (808) 249-8811. The Ma'alaea Harbor Shops are located on Route 30, Honoapi'ilani Highway, next to Maui Ocean Center. Admission is free. For information, visit www.mauiwhalefestival.org or call Pacific Whale Foundation at (808) 249-8811 ext. 1. Presented by Pacific Whale Foundation. Part of the Maui Whale Festival.
Pacific Whale Foundation naturalists and volunteers will be stationed at three locations along Maui’s coast to help you locate whales from shore. They’ll share with you the best techniques for spotting these amazing marine mammals and have binoculars and scopes to help you get a better view, along with models and marine artifacts. You’ll also get answers to your questions about whales, geography and natural history. Free and open to all. Part of Maui Whale Festival. Offered December 11, 2011 – April 30, 2012.
For information, please call (808) 249-8811 ext. 1.
Offered at these locations. Please note specified dates and times:
Papawai Point Offered daily 8:00 am to 2:00 pm
Watch whales at this popular scenic overlook off Honoapi’ilani Highway (Route 30) located approximately 3 miles northwest of Ma’alaea Harbor.
Wailea Marriott Offered Tuesday and Thursdays 7:30-11:30 am
View whales along the Ocean Path in front of the Wailea Marriott, off Wailea Alanui Drive, Wailea.
Maui Ocean Club Offered Wednesdays and Fridays 7:30-11:30 am
Marriot’s Maui Ocean Club, locatedon Kaanapali Beach, is the site of the “Trail of the Whale” Marine Naturalist Station on Maui’s westside. The station is located along the oceanfront pedestrian path fronting the resort.
An additional location to view whales is the Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary Visitor Center, located at 726 S. Kihei Road, Kihei. Open Mondays through Fridays from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm. Sanctuary staff and volunteers provide free information about whales. Reservations not required. For information, call (808) 879-2818.
The Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary also offers free information on sea turtles, coral reefs, fish and whales at the Grand Wailea Ocean Path, from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm on Wednesdays. In addition, the Sanctuary will offer another free information site at the boardwalk at Whaler’s Village in Ka’anapali on Thursdays, from 9 am to 1 pm. For information, call (808) 879-2818.
Now in its 7th year, SeaWees is a Wednesday morning program for children ages 3-5 and their parents/caregivers, provided by the professional marine educators at Pacific Whale Foundation. A developmentally appropriate early-childhood program, SeaWees includes music/movement, demonstrations and guided exploration delivered in a child-centered environment. You can sign up for a single morning or for the entire session. Each session consists of four classroom sessions and one “Seafari” field adventure organized around a marine science theme.
The cost for the entire five-week session (including four classroom sessions and one Seafari Outing) is $50 per child (or $40 for PWF members). To attend a single class, the fee is $12. The second child in the same family may attend for 50% off. Reservations are required. Please call (808) 249-8811. Class sizes are limited, so reserve as early as possible. Please contact the instructor, Merrill Kaufman, at Pacific Whale Foundation at (808) 856-8322 for specific questions about the program or if your child has special needs.
Now in its 7th year, SeaWees is a Wednesday morning program for children ages 3-5 and their parents/caregivers, provided by the professional marine educators at Pacific Whale Foundation. A developmentally appropriate early-childhood program, SeaWees includes music/movement, demonstrations and guided exploration delivered in a child-centered environment. You can sign up for a single morning or for the entire session. Each session consists of four classroom sessions and one “Seafari” field adventure organized around a marine science theme.
The theme for our February 22 through March 28 session is "Wild About Whales" -- and will feature a Whalewatch Cruise Seafari Outing on March 28. The cost for the entire five-week session (including four classroom sessions and one Seafari Outing) is $50 per child (or $40 for PWF members). To attend a single class, the fee is $12. The second child in the same family may attend for 50% off. Reservations are required. Please call (808) 249-8811. Class sizes are limited, so reserve as early as possible. Please contact the instructor, Merrill Kaufman, at Pacific Whale Foundation at (808) 856-8322 for specific questions about the program or if your child has special needs.
Join Pacific Whale Foundation's Volunteering on Vacation Program to work on an exquisite organic farm in Kula. O’o Farm is a unique and divergent multi- faceted operation that showcases a working farm like no other. Located in the misting forest of Waipoli (Kula, Maui), its 8.5 acres sustains numerous crops that have been developed from virgin land. In a true pioneering spirit, over the past seven years they have expanded operations to now include greenhouses and a burgeoning agritourism operation, all the while becoming intimate with the venue’s microclimate, flora, and fauna progressing in a manner respectful of the farm as a living organism in stasis with its surrounding environment.
Meet at O'o Farms at 8:45 on Wednesday mornings in Kula. The project work lasts from 8:45 until 11:30 and will include assorted farm chores. Be sure to wear sturdy shoes and bring a light jacket that you do not mind getting a little dirty, water, and sunscreen. Gloves and gardening tools are provided. Be sure to call (808) 249-8811 in advance to sign up!
Directions to O'o Farms: Take Hana Highway to Haleakala Highway. Turn onto Haleakala Highway and proceed uphill to the Makawao Avenue Intersection (appx 7-8 miles). Continue straight through the intersection. Haleakala Highway becomes Kula Highway #37. Proceed to mile marker 14 (appx 5-6 miles). You'll pass Longs Drugstore, the Post Office, Kula Elementary School, and the Fire Station (all on the right hand side). Turn left on Kekaulike Rd/Highway #377 (just before mile marker 14). Proceed 0.3 mile on Kekaulike Road to Waipoli Road. Turn right on Waipoli Rd, and proceed uphill 0.3 mile. O'o Farms will be on the left (look for a white sign). If you cross over the cattle guard and get to Ali'i Kula Lavendar Farm, you've gone to far.
Exhibit of stunning whale photography, hosted by Pacific Whale Foundation as part of the Maui Whale Festival. Open daily, from January 28 - March 31, 2012, from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. Located at Ma’alaea Harbor Shops, next door to Maui Ocean Center. The Tribute to the Whales: Whale and Dolphin Photography Exhibition features works by professional wildlife photographers Monica and Michael Sweet, Douglas Hoffman, David Fleetham and several Pacific Whale Foundation member photographers, including Herb Hartmann and Dale Walsh. It will also include photos taken by Pacific Whale Foundation's researchers and naturalists, including photography by Greg Kaufman, Founder and President of Pacific Whale Foundation and naturalists Daimar Tamarack, John O'Leary and Jes Beneteau. For info, call (808) 249-8811. The Ma'alaea Harbor Shops are located on Route 30, Honoapi'ilani Highway, next to Maui Ocean Center. Admission is free. For information, visit www.mauiwhalefestival.org or call Pacific Whale Foundation at (808) 249-8811 ext. 1. Presented by Pacific Whale Foundation. Part of the Maui Whale Festival.
Pacific Whale Foundation naturalists and volunteers will be stationed at three locations along Maui’s coast to help you locate whales from shore. They’ll share with you the best techniques for spotting these amazing marine mammals and have binoculars and scopes to help you get a better view, along with models and marine artifacts. You’ll also get answers to your questions about whales, geography and natural history. Free and open to all. Part of Maui Whale Festival. Offered December 11, 2011 – April 30, 2012.
For information, please call (808) 249-8811 ext. 1.
Offered at these locations. Please note specified dates and times:
Papawai Point Offered daily 8:00 am to 2:00 pm
Watch whales at this popular scenic overlook off Honoapi’ilani Highway (Route 30) located approximately 3 miles northwest of Ma’alaea Harbor.
Wailea Marriott Offered Tuesday and Thursdays 7:30-11:30 am
View whales along the Ocean Path in front of the Wailea Marriott, off Wailea Alanui Drive, Wailea.
Maui Ocean Club Offered Wednesdays and Fridays 7:30-11:30 am
Marriot’s Maui Ocean Club, locatedon Kaanapali Beach, is the site of the “Trail of the Whale” Marine Naturalist Station on Maui’s westside. The station is located along the oceanfront pedestrian path fronting the resort.
An additional location to view whales is the Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary Visitor Center, located at 726 S. Kihei Road, Kihei. Open Mondays through Fridays from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm. Sanctuary staff and volunteers provide free information about whales. Reservations not required. For information, call (808) 879-2818.
The Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary also offers free information on sea turtles, coral reefs, fish and whales at the Grand Wailea Ocean Path, from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm on Wednesdays. In addition, the Sanctuary will offer another free information site at the boardwalk at Whaler’s Village in Ka’anapali on Thursdays, from 9 am to 1 pm. For information, call (808) 879-2818.
Exhibit of stunning whale photography, hosted by Pacific Whale Foundation as part of the Maui Whale Festival. Open daily, from January 28 - March 31, 2012, from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. Located at Ma’alaea Harbor Shops, next door to Maui Ocean Center. The Tribute to the Whales: Whale and Dolphin Photography Exhibition features works by professional wildlife photographers Monica and Michael Sweet, Douglas Hoffman, David Fleetham and several Pacific Whale Foundation member photographers, including Herb Hartmann and Dale Walsh. It will also include photos taken by Pacific Whale Foundation's researchers and naturalists, including photography by Greg Kaufman, Founder and President of Pacific Whale Foundation and naturalists Daimar Tamarack, John O'Leary and Jes Beneteau. For info, call (808) 249-8811. The Ma'alaea Harbor Shops are located on Route 30, Honoapi'ilani Highway, next to Maui Ocean Center. Admission is free. For information, visit www.mauiwhalefestival.org or call Pacific Whale Foundation at (808) 249-8811 ext. 1. Presented by Pacific Whale Foundation. Part of the Maui Whale Festival.
Join the growing worldwide trend of "voluntourism" by participating in the Volunteering on Vacation program offered by Pacific Whale Foundation. In exchange for your efforts, you'll receive a free totebag and the satisfaction of joining in efforts to protect Maui's unique environment.
With Hawaiian Islands Land Trust, you'll visit Waihee Coastal Dunes and Wetlands Refuge, a remarkable coastal area that’s rich in Hawaiian history and bird watching, to remove invasive species and clear brush. The program takes place every Friday from 7:15 am to noon and includes four hours of work. Meet at 7:15 am in front of the Hawaiian Islands Land Trust Offices, located at 2371 W Vineyard St in Wailuku, adjacent to the Iao Valley Church. Bring water, snacks, lunch and sunscreen, and wear closed-toe shoes, pants and hat (sun protection). Be sure to call at least 24 hours in advance to sign up! From the U.S. Mainland, please call 1-800-942-5311, or call (808)-249-8811 ext. 1. Learn more about Pacific Whale Foundation’s Volunteering on Vacation program at http://volunteersonvacation.org.
Hawaiian Island Land Trust, Waihee Coastal Dunes and Wetlands Refuge
Pacific Whale Foundation naturalists and volunteers will be stationed at three locations along Maui’s coast to help you locate whales from shore. They’ll share with you the best techniques for spotting these amazing marine mammals and have binoculars and scopes to help you get a better view, along with models and marine artifacts. You’ll also get answers to your questions about whales, geography and natural history. Free and open to all. Part of Maui Whale Festival. Offered December 11, 2011 – April 30, 2012.
For information, please call (808) 249-8811 ext. 1.
Offered at these locations. Please note specified dates and times:
Papawai Point Offered daily 8:00 am to 2:00 pm
Watch whales at this popular scenic overlook off Honoapi’ilani Highway (Route 30) located approximately 3 miles northwest of Ma’alaea Harbor.
Wailea Marriott Offered Tuesday and Thursdays 7:30-11:30 am
View whales along the Ocean Path in front of the Wailea Marriott, off Wailea Alanui Drive, Wailea.
Maui Ocean Club Offered Wednesdays and Fridays 7:30-11:30 am
Marriot’s Maui Ocean Club, locatedon Kaanapali Beach, is the site of the “Trail of the Whale” Marine Naturalist Station on Maui’s westside. The station is located along the oceanfront pedestrian path fronting the resort.
An additional location to view whales is the Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary Visitor Center, located at 726 S. Kihei Road, Kihei. Open Mondays through Fridays from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm. Sanctuary staff and volunteers provide free information about whales. Reservations not required. For information, call (808) 879-2818.
The Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary also offers free information on sea turtles, coral reefs, fish and whales at the Grand Wailea Ocean Path, from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm on Wednesdays. In addition, the Sanctuary will offer another free information site at the boardwalk at Whaler’s Village in Ka’anapali on Thursdays, from 9 am to 1 pm. For information, call (808) 879-2818.
Exhibit of stunning whale photography, hosted by Pacific Whale Foundation as part of the Maui Whale Festival. Open daily, from January 28 - March 31, 2012, from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. Located at Ma’alaea Harbor Shops, next door to Maui Ocean Center. The Tribute to the Whales: Whale and Dolphin Photography Exhibition features works by professional wildlife photographers Monica and Michael Sweet, Douglas Hoffman, David Fleetham and several Pacific Whale Foundation member photographers, including Herb Hartmann and Dale Walsh. It will also include photos taken by Pacific Whale Foundation's researchers and naturalists, including photography by Greg Kaufman, Founder and President of Pacific Whale Foundation and naturalists Daimar Tamarack, John O'Leary and Jes Beneteau. For info, call (808) 249-8811. The Ma'alaea Harbor Shops are located on Route 30, Honoapi'ilani Highway, next to Maui Ocean Center. Admission is free. For information, visit www.mauiwhalefestival.org or call Pacific Whale Foundation at (808) 249-8811 ext. 1. Presented by Pacific Whale Foundation. Part of the Maui Whale Festival.
Nothing says "Maui fun" like dancing in the open air on the bow of a boat at sea – and watching whales -- at sunset! This fun-filled, multi-generational cruise is led by local island music and reggae star Marty Dread. His charisma and enthusiasm gets everyone dancing and enjoying themselves. The cruise includes an array of delicious hot and cold appetizers, plus Maui Brewing Co. beer, wine, Mai Tais and tropical well drinks (up to 3 per guest) as well as sodas, filtered water and juices. Offered by Pacific Whale Foundation, it departs from Ma'alaea Harbor on Friday evenings.
This cruise departs at 4:30pm until March 1. After March 1, it departs at 5:00 pm.
Whale sightings guaranteed from December 16 through April 30 or you get a free ticket for a regular Pacific Whale Foundation Whalewatch. Price is $59.95 for adults and $39.95 for children. Book online at www.pacificwhale.org and save 10%.Pacific Whale Foundation Members save 20%. For reservations and information, please call (808) 249-8811 ext. 1.
Pacific Whale Foundation naturalists and volunteers will be stationed at three locations along Maui’s coast to help you locate whales from shore. They’ll share with you the best techniques for spotting these amazing marine mammals and have binoculars and scopes to help you get a better view, along with models and marine artifacts. You’ll also get answers to your questions about whales, geography and natural history. Free and open to all. Part of Maui Whale Festival. Offered December 11, 2011 – April 30, 2012.
For information, please call (808) 249-8811 ext. 1.
Offered at these locations. Please note specified dates and times:
Papawai Point Offered daily 8:00 am to 2:00 pm
Watch whales at this popular scenic overlook off Honoapi’ilani Highway (Route 30) located approximately 3 miles northwest of Ma’alaea Harbor.
Wailea Marriott Offered Tuesday and Thursdays 7:30-11:30 am
View whales along the Ocean Path in front of the Wailea Marriott, off Wailea Alanui Drive, Wailea.
Maui Ocean Club Offered Wednesdays and Fridays 7:30-11:30 am
Marriot’s Maui Ocean Club, locatedon Kaanapali Beach, is the site of the “Trail of the Whale” Marine Naturalist Station on Maui’s westside. The station is located along the oceanfront pedestrian path fronting the resort.
An additional location to view whales is the Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary Visitor Center, located at 726 S. Kihei Road, Kihei. Open Mondays through Fridays from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm. Sanctuary staff and volunteers provide free information about whales. Reservations not required. For information, call (808) 879-2818.
The Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary also offers free information on sea turtles, coral reefs, fish and whales at the Grand Wailea Ocean Path, from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm on Wednesdays. In addition, the Sanctuary will offer another free information site at the boardwalk at Whaler’s Village in Ka’anapali on Thursdays, from 9 am to 1 pm. For information, call (808) 879-2818.
With our partner Malama Honokawai you’ll visit the beautiful and hidden Honokawai Valley, an area closed to the public. Among Hawaiian archeological sites, you’ll learn about Hawaiian history and culture as you help to remove invasive weed plants and possibly plant native species. The program runs from 9:00 am to 3:30 pm. Bring water, snacks, lunch, sunscreen and bug repellant and wear closed-toe shoes, pants and a t-shirt. You'll receive a free tote bag for your efforts.
Be sure to call (808) 249-8811 ext. 1 at least 24 hours in advance to sign up! ! Learn more about Pacific Whale Foundation’s Volunteering on Vacation program at http://volunteersonvacation.org/
Meet at 9 a.m. in front of North Sugar Cane Train Station, Puukoli Road, Kaanapali.
Exhibit of stunning whale photography, hosted by Pacific Whale Foundation as part of the Maui Whale Festival. Open daily, from January 28 - March 31, 2012, from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. Located at Ma’alaea Harbor Shops, next door to Maui Ocean Center. The Tribute to the Whales: Whale and Dolphin Photography Exhibition features works by professional wildlife photographers Monica and Michael Sweet, Douglas Hoffman, David Fleetham and several Pacific Whale Foundation member photographers, including Herb Hartmann and Dale Walsh. It will also include photos taken by Pacific Whale Foundation's researchers and naturalists, including photography by Greg Kaufman, Founder and President of Pacific Whale Foundation and naturalists Daimar Tamarack, John O'Leary and Jes Beneteau. For info, call (808) 249-8811. The Ma'alaea Harbor Shops are located on Route 30, Honoapi'ilani Highway, next to Maui Ocean Center. Admission is free. For information, visit www.mauiwhalefestival.org or call Pacific Whale Foundation at (808) 249-8811 ext. 1. Presented by Pacific Whale Foundation. Part of the Maui Whale Festival.
Pacific Whale Foundation naturalists and volunteers will be stationed at three locations along Maui’s coast to help you locate whales from shore. They’ll share with you the best techniques for spotting these amazing marine mammals and have binoculars and scopes to help you get a better view, along with models and marine artifacts. You’ll also get answers to your questions about whales, geography and natural history. Free and open to all. Part of Maui Whale Festival. Offered December 11, 2011 – April 30, 2012.
For information, please call (808) 249-8811 ext. 1.
Offered at these locations. Please note specified dates and times:
Papawai Point Offered daily 8:00 am to 2:00 pm
Watch whales at this popular scenic overlook off Honoapi’ilani Highway (Route 30) located approximately 3 miles northwest of Ma’alaea Harbor.
Wailea Marriott Offered Tuesday and Thursdays 7:30-11:30 am
View whales along the Ocean Path in front of the Wailea Marriott, off Wailea Alanui Drive, Wailea.
Maui Ocean Club Offered Wednesdays and Fridays 7:30-11:30 am
Marriot’s Maui Ocean Club, locatedon Kaanapali Beach, is the site of the “Trail of the Whale” Marine Naturalist Station on Maui’s westside. The station is located along the oceanfront pedestrian path fronting the resort.
An additional location to view whales is the Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary Visitor Center, located at 726 S. Kihei Road, Kihei. Open Mondays through Fridays from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm. Sanctuary staff and volunteers provide free information about whales. Reservations not required. For information, call (808) 879-2818.
The Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary also offers free information on sea turtles, coral reefs, fish and whales at the Grand Wailea Ocean Path, from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm on Wednesdays. In addition, the Sanctuary will offer another free information site at the boardwalk at Whaler’s Village in Ka’anapali on Thursdays, from 9 am to 1 pm. For information, call (808) 879-2818.
Every Sunday morning (from January 8 through May 13), Pacific Whale Foundation will offer Whale Photo Safari Cruises, featuring hands-on training on capturing great whale images with digital cameras. This at-sea workshop is suitable for beginning and advanced photographers. You'll learn to get the best results from whatever camera you currently own. This trip will be led by a Pacific Whale Foundation naturalist, along with David Fleetham, professional marine wildlife photographer.
David Fleetham’s photographs have been published around the globe, with over one hundred magazine covers to date. In 1991 his photograph of a sandbar shark appeared on the cover of LIFE. It is the only underwater photograph to ever be selected for the cover. His award-winning work has been published by National Geographic, The Cousteau Society and every North American diving publication. The Smithsonian Museum, The North Carolina Museum of Natural History, The London Zoo, Hong Kong Museum, The Waikiki, Vancouver, Monterey Bay, John G. Shedd Aquarium, Maui Ocean Center and the Aquarium of the Americas all display his work.
Whether you are a novice or an experienced photographer, this unique hands-on adventure will help you learn and practice expert techniques for photographing whales and other wildlife. Bring your own digital camera and learn to get the best results from whatever model you currently own. During your 3-hour cruise, you’ll discover the most effective camera settings for our local conditions at sea. You’ll also learn about and have the opportunity to use proven digital photo techniques to maximize each opportunity presented by the whales that you encounter. We'll also take a break from photography to drop an underwater hydrophone into the water to listen to live whale songs.
This cruise departs from Lahaina Harbor on Sunday mornings. It takes place on our new raft, Ocean Freedom, to give you fantastic water-level views of whales. Just launched in 2011, Ocean Freedom's innovative design was created by the longtime Hawaiian mariners at Navatek, and incorporates special "no slamming" features for added stability and comfort. Ocean Freedom also has an onboard bathroom.
Please note that you are required to bring your own camera equipment on this cruise. Didn't bring your camera to Maui? We rent Canon PowerShot digital cameras at Pacific Whale Foundation's Ocean Stores.
This cruise departs at 9:15 am from Lahaina Harbor and returns at 12:15 pm. Price is $99.95 per person. Book online and save 10%. Pacific Whale Foundation Members save 20%. Visit www.pacificwhale.org or call Pacific Whale Foundation for reservations and information at (808) 249-8811 ext. 1.
Exhibit of stunning whale photography, hosted by Pacific Whale Foundation as part of the Maui Whale Festival. Open daily, from January 28 - March 31, 2012, from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. Located at Ma’alaea Harbor Shops, next door to Maui Ocean Center. The Tribute to the Whales: Whale and Dolphin Photography Exhibition features works by professional wildlife photographers Monica and Michael Sweet, Douglas Hoffman, David Fleetham and several Pacific Whale Foundation member photographers, including Herb Hartmann and Dale Walsh. It will also include photos taken by Pacific Whale Foundation's researchers and naturalists, including photography by Greg Kaufman, Founder and President of Pacific Whale Foundation and naturalists Daimar Tamarack, John O'Leary and Jes Beneteau. For info, call (808) 249-8811. The Ma'alaea Harbor Shops are located on Route 30, Honoapi'ilani Highway, next to Maui Ocean Center. Admission is free. For information, visit www.mauiwhalefestival.org or call Pacific Whale Foundation at (808) 249-8811 ext. 1. Presented by Pacific Whale Foundation. Part of the Maui Whale Festival.
Through Volunteering on Vacation, a free program offered by Pacific Whale Foundation, join South Maui Volunteers and group leaders Bob and Lis Richardson to help maintain an ocean-side trail, restore sand dunes, pick up litter and remove invasive species. 7:30 to 9:30 am Meeting locations are announced every Wednesday for the following Monday. Project updates and upcoming locations are posted each Wednesday at www.southmauivolunteers.com. On Monday May 21, from 8:00- 10:00 the project site will be the Kihei Boat Ramp. Bring water, snacks and sunscreen and wear solid, closed-toed shoes. Get a free Volunteering on Vacation tote bag for your efforts! For info or to sign up call (808) 249-8811 ext. 1. Learn more about Pacific Whale Foundation’s Volunteering on Vacation program at http://volunteersonvacation.org/
Learn firsthand what it is like to be a whale researcher on a personally guided group tour. This is a special opportunity to interact with Pacific Whale Foundation’s researchers and marine biologists. This research adventure begins over a complimentary continental breakfast (pastries, fresh fruit, coffee and tea) in Pacific Whale Foundation’s Discovery Center. Your small group will gather for a 45-minute presentation by a member of the Pacific Whale Foundation’s research team to learn about the foundation’s ongoing whale research and photo identification efforts. You’ll also learn about the whales that you are about to encounter.
The group will then embark on a two-hour whalewatch tour with a member of the research team. Researchers will share their knowledge of whale behavior, and interpret the significance and purpose of humpback social activity within the context of season and location. The tour wraps up with a final 45-minute visit to Pacific Whale Foundation’s Discovery Center.
Offered on Mondays, from 8:00 am to 11:30 am. Meet at 7:45 am for this tour at Pacific Whale Foundation’s Ocean Store, 300 Ma'alaea Road, located at the Ma’alaea Harbor Shops, adjacent to the Maui Ocean Center Aquarium and next to Ma'alaea Harbor. As always, whale sightings are guaranteed. (If you do not see whales, you will get a free ticket for one of our Classic Whalewatches.).
Price includes free CD of the research photos taken during the cruise, plus some of our researchers’ favorite whale photos, free “I Love Whales” bumpersticker, free copy of Pacific Whale Foundation’s exclusive DVD, “Research Clips From the Field,” featuring video of whales observed during our 2011 whale research study in Australia and free whale poster and color whalewatch guide.
Book online at www.pacificwhale.org and save 10%. Pacific Whale Foundation Members save 20%. For reservations, please call (808) 249-8811 ext. 1.
Pacific Whale Foundation naturalists and volunteers will be stationed at three locations along Maui’s coast to help you locate whales from shore. They’ll share with you the best techniques for spotting these amazing marine mammals and have binoculars and scopes to help you get a better view, along with models and marine artifacts. You’ll also get answers to your questions about whales, geography and natural history. Free and open to all. Part of Maui Whale Festival. Offered December 11, 2011 – April 30, 2012.
For information, please call (808) 249-8811 ext. 1.
Offered at these locations. Please note specified dates and times:
Papawai Point Offered daily 8:00 am to 2:00 pm
Watch whales at this popular scenic overlook off Honoapi’ilani Highway (Route 30) located approximately 3 miles northwest of Ma’alaea Harbor.
Wailea Marriott Offered Tuesday and Thursdays 7:30-11:30 am
View whales along the Ocean Path in front of the Wailea Marriott, off Wailea Alanui Drive, Wailea.
Maui Ocean Club Offered Wednesdays and Fridays 7:30-11:30 am
Marriot’s Maui Ocean Club, locatedon Kaanapali Beach, is the site of the “Trail of the Whale” Marine Naturalist Station on Maui’s westside. The station is located along the oceanfront pedestrian path fronting the resort.
An additional location to view whales is the Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary Visitor Center, located at 726 S. Kihei Road, Kihei. Open Mondays through Fridays from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm. Sanctuary staff and volunteers provide free information about whales. Reservations not required. For information, call (808) 879-2818.
The Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary also offers free information on sea turtles, coral reefs, fish and whales at the Grand Wailea Ocean Path, from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm on Wednesdays. In addition, the Sanctuary will offer another free information site at the boardwalk at Whaler’s Village in Ka’anapali on Thursdays, from 9 am to 1 pm. For information, call (808) 879-2818.
Pacific Whale Foundation's Ocean Camp Spring Session will take place from Monday, March 12 through Friday, March 16, 2012 from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm. Parents may enroll their children in single or multiple days. The camp is for children in grades K through 5. The theme of this camp session is "The Ocean in Motion" and will focus on exploring the role of water movement on our planet. The program includes a whalewatch cruise, surf/windsurf lesson, science labs, beach investigations, art projects, a visit to Maui Ocean Center and more. The camp has a 1:10 teacher to camper ratio, and features curriculum developed by certified educators. Price is $72 per day, $61 per day for kama'aina and $55 per day for Pacific Whale Foundation Members. Register late (24 hours prior or day of) and the fee is $77 per day, $66 per day for kamaaina, $61 per day for Pacific Whale Foundation Members. For information, please visit www.mauioceancamp.org or call (808) 249-8811 ext. 1.
Pacific Whale Foundation's Discovery Center, Ma'alaea (Maui), Hawaii
Exhibit of stunning whale photography, hosted by Pacific Whale Foundation as part of the Maui Whale Festival. Open daily, from January 28 - March 31, 2012, from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. Located at Ma’alaea Harbor Shops, next door to Maui Ocean Center. The Tribute to the Whales: Whale and Dolphin Photography Exhibition features works by professional wildlife photographers Monica and Michael Sweet, Douglas Hoffman, David Fleetham and several Pacific Whale Foundation member photographers, including Herb Hartmann and Dale Walsh. It will also include photos taken by Pacific Whale Foundation's researchers and naturalists, including photography by Greg Kaufman, Founder and President of Pacific Whale Foundation and naturalists Daimar Tamarack, John O'Leary and Jes Beneteau. For info, call (808) 249-8811. The Ma'alaea Harbor Shops are located on Route 30, Honoapi'ilani Highway, next to Maui Ocean Center. Admission is free. For information, visit www.mauiwhalefestival.org or call Pacific Whale Foundation at (808) 249-8811 ext. 1. Presented by Pacific Whale Foundation. Part of the Maui Whale Festival.
Pacific Whale Foundation naturalists and volunteers will be stationed at three locations along Maui’s coast to help you locate whales from shore. They’ll share with you the best techniques for spotting these amazing marine mammals and have binoculars and scopes to help you get a better view, along with models and marine artifacts. You’ll also get answers to your questions about whales, geography and natural history. Free and open to all. Part of Maui Whale Festival. Offered December 11, 2011 – April 30, 2012.
For information, please call (808) 249-8811 ext. 1.
Offered at these locations. Please note specified dates and times:
Papawai Point Offered daily 8:00 am to 2:00 pm
Watch whales at this popular scenic overlook off Honoapi’ilani Highway (Route 30) located approximately 3 miles northwest of Ma’alaea Harbor.
Wailea Marriott Offered Tuesday and Thursdays 7:30-11:30 am
View whales along the Ocean Path in front of the Wailea Marriott, off Wailea Alanui Drive, Wailea.
Maui Ocean Club Offered Wednesdays and Fridays 7:30-11:30 am
Marriot’s Maui Ocean Club, locatedon Kaanapali Beach, is the site of the “Trail of the Whale” Marine Naturalist Station on Maui’s westside. The station is located along the oceanfront pedestrian path fronting the resort.
An additional location to view whales is the Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary Visitor Center, located at 726 S. Kihei Road, Kihei. Open Mondays through Fridays from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm. Sanctuary staff and volunteers provide free information about whales. Reservations not required. For information, call (808) 879-2818.
The Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary also offers free information on sea turtles, coral reefs, fish and whales at the Grand Wailea Ocean Path, from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm on Wednesdays. In addition, the Sanctuary will offer another free information site at the boardwalk at Whaler’s Village in Ka’anapali on Thursdays, from 9 am to 1 pm. For information, call (808) 879-2818.
Pacific Whale Foundation's Ocean Camp Spring Session will take place from Monday, March 12 through Friday, March 16, 2012 from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm. Parents may enroll their children in single or multiple days. The camp is for children in grades K through 5. The theme of this camp session is "The Ocean in Motion" and will focus on exploring the role of water movement on our planet. The program includes a whalewatch cruise, surf/windsurf lesson, science labs, beach investigations, art projects, a visit to Maui Ocean Center and more. The camp has a 1:10 teacher to camper ratio, and features curriculum developed by certified educators. Price is $72 per day, $61 per day for kama'aina and $55 per day for Pacific Whale Foundation Members. Register late (24 hours prior or day of) and the fee is $77 per day, $66 per day for kamaaina, $61 per day for Pacific Whale Foundation Members. For information, please visit www.mauioceancamp.org or call (808) 249-8811 ext. 1.
Pacific Whale Foundation's Discovery Center, Ma'alaea (Maui), Hawaii
Exhibit of stunning whale photography, hosted by Pacific Whale Foundation as part of the Maui Whale Festival. Open daily, from January 28 - March 31, 2012, from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. Located at Ma’alaea Harbor Shops, next door to Maui Ocean Center. The Tribute to the Whales: Whale and Dolphin Photography Exhibition features works by professional wildlife photographers Monica and Michael Sweet, Douglas Hoffman, David Fleetham and several Pacific Whale Foundation member photographers, including Herb Hartmann and Dale Walsh. It will also include photos taken by Pacific Whale Foundation's researchers and naturalists, including photography by Greg Kaufman, Founder and President of Pacific Whale Foundation and naturalists Daimar Tamarack, John O'Leary and Jes Beneteau. For info, call (808) 249-8811. The Ma'alaea Harbor Shops are located on Route 30, Honoapi'ilani Highway, next to Maui Ocean Center. Admission is free. For information, visit www.mauiwhalefestival.org or call Pacific Whale Foundation at (808) 249-8811 ext. 1. Presented by Pacific Whale Foundation. Part of the Maui Whale Festival.
Pacific Whale Foundation naturalists and volunteers will be stationed at three locations along Maui’s coast to help you locate whales from shore. They’ll share with you the best techniques for spotting these amazing marine mammals and have binoculars and scopes to help you get a better view, along with models and marine artifacts. You’ll also get answers to your questions about whales, geography and natural history. Free and open to all. Part of Maui Whale Festival. Offered December 11, 2011 – April 30, 2012.
For information, please call (808) 249-8811 ext. 1.
Offered at these locations. Please note specified dates and times:
Papawai Point Offered daily 8:00 am to 2:00 pm
Watch whales at this popular scenic overlook off Honoapi’ilani Highway (Route 30) located approximately 3 miles northwest of Ma’alaea Harbor.
Wailea Marriott Offered Tuesday and Thursdays 7:30-11:30 am
View whales along the Ocean Path in front of the Wailea Marriott, off Wailea Alanui Drive, Wailea.
Maui Ocean Club Offered Wednesdays and Fridays 7:30-11:30 am
Marriot’s Maui Ocean Club, locatedon Kaanapali Beach, is the site of the “Trail of the Whale” Marine Naturalist Station on Maui’s westside. The station is located along the oceanfront pedestrian path fronting the resort.
An additional location to view whales is the Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary Visitor Center, located at 726 S. Kihei Road, Kihei. Open Mondays through Fridays from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm. Sanctuary staff and volunteers provide free information about whales. Reservations not required. For information, call (808) 879-2818.
The Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary also offers free information on sea turtles, coral reefs, fish and whales at the Grand Wailea Ocean Path, from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm on Wednesdays. In addition, the Sanctuary will offer another free information site at the boardwalk at Whaler’s Village in Ka’anapali on Thursdays, from 9 am to 1 pm. For information, call (808) 879-2818.
Pacific Whale Foundation's Ocean Camp Spring Session will take place from Monday, March 12 through Friday, March 16, 2012 from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm. Parents may enroll their children in single or multiple days. The camp is for children in grades K through 5. The theme of this camp session is "The Ocean in Motion" and will focus on exploring the role of water movement on our planet. The program includes a whalewatch cruise, surf/windsurf lesson, science labs, beach investigations, art projects, a visit to Maui Ocean Center and more. The camp has a 1:10 teacher to camper ratio, and features curriculum developed by certified educators. Price is $72 per day, $61 per day for kama'aina and $55 per day for Pacific Whale Foundation Members. Register late (24 hours prior or day of) and the fee is $77 per day, $66 per day for kamaaina, $61 per day for Pacific Whale Foundation Members. For information, please visit www.mauioceancamp.org or call (808) 249-8811 ext. 1.
Pacific Whale Foundation's Discovery Center, Ma'alaea (Maui), Hawaii
Now in its 7th year, SeaWees is a Wednesday morning program for children ages 3-5 and their parents/caregivers, provided by the professional marine educators at Pacific Whale Foundation. A developmentally appropriate early-childhood program, SeaWees includes music/movement, demonstrations and guided exploration delivered in a child-centered environment. You can sign up for a single morning or for the entire session. Each session consists of four classroom sessions and one “Seafari” field adventure organized around a marine science theme.
The cost for the entire five-week session (including four classroom sessions and one Seafari Outing) is $50 per child (or $40 for PWF members). To attend a single class, the fee is $12. The second child in the same family may attend for 50% off. Reservations are required. Please call (808) 249-8811. Class sizes are limited, so reserve as early as possible. Please contact the instructor, Merrill Kaufman, at Pacific Whale Foundation at (808) 856-8322 for specific questions about the program or if your child has special needs.
Now in its 7th year, SeaWees is a Wednesday morning program for children ages 3-5 and their parents/caregivers, provided by the professional marine educators at Pacific Whale Foundation. A developmentally appropriate early-childhood program, SeaWees includes music/movement, demonstrations and guided exploration delivered in a child-centered environment. You can sign up for a single morning or for the entire session. Each session consists of four classroom sessions and one “Seafari” field adventure organized around a marine science theme.
The theme for our February 22 through March 28 session is "Wild About Whales" -- and will feature a Whalewatch Cruise Seafari Outing on March 28. The cost for the entire five-week session (including four classroom sessions and one Seafari Outing) is $50 per child (or $40 for PWF members). To attend a single class, the fee is $12. The second child in the same family may attend for 50% off. Reservations are required. Please call (808) 249-8811. Class sizes are limited, so reserve as early as possible. Please contact the instructor, Merrill Kaufman, at Pacific Whale Foundation at (808) 856-8322 for specific questions about the program or if your child has special needs.
Join Pacific Whale Foundation's Volunteering on Vacation Program to work on an exquisite organic farm in Kula. O’o Farm is a unique and divergent multi- faceted operation that showcases a working farm like no other. Located in the misting forest of Waipoli (Kula, Maui), its 8.5 acres sustains numerous crops that have been developed from virgin land. In a true pioneering spirit, over the past seven years they have expanded operations to now include greenhouses and a burgeoning agritourism operation, all the while becoming intimate with the venue’s microclimate, flora, and fauna progressing in a manner respectful of the farm as a living organism in stasis with its surrounding environment.
Meet at O'o Farms at 8:45 on Wednesday mornings in Kula. The project work lasts from 8:45 until 11:30 and will include assorted farm chores. Be sure to wear sturdy shoes and bring a light jacket that you do not mind getting a little dirty, water, and sunscreen. Gloves and gardening tools are provided. Be sure to call (808) 249-8811 in advance to sign up!
Directions to O'o Farms: Take Hana Highway to Haleakala Highway. Turn onto Haleakala Highway and proceed uphill to the Makawao Avenue Intersection (appx 7-8 miles). Continue straight through the intersection. Haleakala Highway becomes Kula Highway #37. Proceed to mile marker 14 (appx 5-6 miles). You'll pass Longs Drugstore, the Post Office, Kula Elementary School, and the Fire Station (all on the right hand side). Turn left on Kekaulike Rd/Highway #377 (just before mile marker 14). Proceed 0.3 mile on Kekaulike Road to Waipoli Road. Turn right on Waipoli Rd, and proceed uphill 0.3 mile. O'o Farms will be on the left (look for a white sign). If you cross over the cattle guard and get to Ali'i Kula Lavendar Farm, you've gone to far.
Exhibit of stunning whale photography, hosted by Pacific Whale Foundation as part of the Maui Whale Festival. Open daily, from January 28 - March 31, 2012, from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. Located at Ma’alaea Harbor Shops, next door to Maui Ocean Center. The Tribute to the Whales: Whale and Dolphin Photography Exhibition features works by professional wildlife photographers Monica and Michael Sweet, Douglas Hoffman, David Fleetham and several Pacific Whale Foundation member photographers, including Herb Hartmann and Dale Walsh. It will also include photos taken by Pacific Whale Foundation's researchers and naturalists, including photography by Greg Kaufman, Founder and President of Pacific Whale Foundation and naturalists Daimar Tamarack, John O'Leary and Jes Beneteau. For info, call (808) 249-8811. The Ma'alaea Harbor Shops are located on Route 30, Honoapi'ilani Highway, next to Maui Ocean Center. Admission is free. For information, visit www.mauiwhalefestival.org or call Pacific Whale Foundation at (808) 249-8811 ext. 1. Presented by Pacific Whale Foundation. Part of the Maui Whale Festival.
Pacific Whale Foundation naturalists and volunteers will be stationed at three locations along Maui’s coast to help you locate whales from shore. They’ll share with you the best techniques for spotting these amazing marine mammals and have binoculars and scopes to help you get a better view, along with models and marine artifacts. You’ll also get answers to your questions about whales, geography and natural history. Free and open to all. Part of Maui Whale Festival. Offered December 11, 2011 – April 30, 2012.
For information, please call (808) 249-8811 ext. 1.
Offered at these locations. Please note specified dates and times:
Papawai Point Offered daily 8:00 am to 2:00 pm
Watch whales at this popular scenic overlook off Honoapi’ilani Highway (Route 30) located approximately 3 miles northwest of Ma’alaea Harbor.
Wailea Marriott Offered Tuesday and Thursdays 7:30-11:30 am
View whales along the Ocean Path in front of the Wailea Marriott, off Wailea Alanui Drive, Wailea.
Maui Ocean Club Offered Wednesdays and Fridays 7:30-11:30 am
Marriot’s Maui Ocean Club, locatedon Kaanapali Beach, is the site of the “Trail of the Whale” Marine Naturalist Station on Maui’s westside. The station is located along the oceanfront pedestrian path fronting the resort.
An additional location to view whales is the Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary Visitor Center, located at 726 S. Kihei Road, Kihei. Open Mondays through Fridays from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm. Sanctuary staff and volunteers provide free information about whales. Reservations not required. For information, call (808) 879-2818.
The Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary also offers free information on sea turtles, coral reefs, fish and whales at the Grand Wailea Ocean Path, from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm on Wednesdays. In addition, the Sanctuary will offer another free information site at the boardwalk at Whaler’s Village in Ka’anapali on Thursdays, from 9 am to 1 pm. For information, call (808) 879-2818.
Pacific Whale Foundation's Ocean Camp Spring Session will take place from Monday, March 12 through Friday, March 16, 2012 from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm. Parents may enroll their children in single or multiple days. The camp is for children in grades K through 5. The theme of this camp session is "The Ocean in Motion" and will focus on exploring the role of water movement on our planet. The program includes a whalewatch cruise, surf/windsurf lesson, science labs, beach investigations, art projects, a visit to Maui Ocean Center and more. The camp has a 1:10 teacher to camper ratio, and features curriculum developed by certified educators. Price is $72 per day, $61 per day for kama'aina and $55 per day for Pacific Whale Foundation Members. Register late (24 hours prior or day of) and the fee is $77 per day, $66 per day for kamaaina, $61 per day for Pacific Whale Foundation Members. For information, please visit www.mauioceancamp.org or call (808) 249-8811 ext. 1.
Pacific Whale Foundation's Discovery Center, Ma'alaea (Maui), Hawaii
Exhibit of stunning whale photography, hosted by Pacific Whale Foundation as part of the Maui Whale Festival. Open daily, from January 28 - March 31, 2012, from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. Located at Ma’alaea Harbor Shops, next door to Maui Ocean Center. The Tribute to the Whales: Whale and Dolphin Photography Exhibition features works by professional wildlife photographers Monica and Michael Sweet, Douglas Hoffman, David Fleetham and several Pacific Whale Foundation member photographers, including Herb Hartmann and Dale Walsh. It will also include photos taken by Pacific Whale Foundation's researchers and naturalists, including photography by Greg Kaufman, Founder and President of Pacific Whale Foundation and naturalists Daimar Tamarack, John O'Leary and Jes Beneteau. For info, call (808) 249-8811. The Ma'alaea Harbor Shops are located on Route 30, Honoapi'ilani Highway, next to Maui Ocean Center. Admission is free. For information, visit www.mauiwhalefestival.org or call Pacific Whale Foundation at (808) 249-8811 ext. 1. Presented by Pacific Whale Foundation. Part of the Maui Whale Festival.
What's taking place in your local watershed -- and how does it impact your drinking water and the health of our oceans? Pacific Whale Foundation's Making Waves Lecture Series will present a free evening of presentations on the topic, "Everything Flows to the Ocean" on Thursday, March 15, from 6 pm to 7:30 pm at Pacific Whale Foundation's Discovery Center in Ma'alaea. The evening will include presentations by Sarah McClane of the West Maui Mountains Watershed Partnership and Michael Howden, a member of the Maui County Board of Water Supply and owner of a permaculture design business. Free and open to all. 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm at Pacific Whale Foundation's Discovery Center, downstairs at the Ma'alaea Harbor Shops, next to Maui Ocean Center. For information, please call (808) 249-8811 ext. 1.
Pacific Whale Foundation's Discovery Center in Ma'alaea
Join the growing worldwide trend of "voluntourism" by participating in the Volunteering on Vacation program offered by Pacific Whale Foundation. In exchange for your efforts, you'll receive a free totebag and the satisfaction of joining in efforts to protect Maui's unique environment.
With Hawaiian Islands Land Trust, you'll visit Waihee Coastal Dunes and Wetlands Refuge, a remarkable coastal area that’s rich in Hawaiian history and bird watching, to remove invasive species and clear brush. The program takes place every Friday from 7:15 am to noon and includes four hours of work. Meet at 7:15 am in front of the Hawaiian Islands Land Trust Offices, located at 2371 W Vineyard St in Wailuku, adjacent to the Iao Valley Church. Bring water, snacks, lunch and sunscreen, and wear closed-toe shoes, pants and hat (sun protection). Be sure to call at least 24 hours in advance to sign up! From the U.S. Mainland, please call 1-800-942-5311, or call (808)-249-8811 ext. 1. Learn more about Pacific Whale Foundation’s Volunteering on Vacation program at http://volunteersonvacation.org.
Hawaiian Island Land Trust, Waihee Coastal Dunes and Wetlands Refuge
Pacific Whale Foundation naturalists and volunteers will be stationed at three locations along Maui’s coast to help you locate whales from shore. They’ll share with you the best techniques for spotting these amazing marine mammals and have binoculars and scopes to help you get a better view, along with models and marine artifacts. You’ll also get answers to your questions about whales, geography and natural history. Free and open to all. Part of Maui Whale Festival. Offered December 11, 2011 – April 30, 2012.
For information, please call (808) 249-8811 ext. 1.
Offered at these locations. Please note specified dates and times:
Papawai Point Offered daily 8:00 am to 2:00 pm
Watch whales at this popular scenic overlook off Honoapi’ilani Highway (Route 30) located approximately 3 miles northwest of Ma’alaea Harbor.
Wailea Marriott Offered Tuesday and Thursdays 7:30-11:30 am
View whales along the Ocean Path in front of the Wailea Marriott, off Wailea Alanui Drive, Wailea.
Maui Ocean Club Offered Wednesdays and Fridays 7:30-11:30 am
Marriot’s Maui Ocean Club, locatedon Kaanapali Beach, is the site of the “Trail of the Whale” Marine Naturalist Station on Maui’s westside. The station is located along the oceanfront pedestrian path fronting the resort.
An additional location to view whales is the Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary Visitor Center, located at 726 S. Kihei Road, Kihei. Open Mondays through Fridays from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm. Sanctuary staff and volunteers provide free information about whales. Reservations not required. For information, call (808) 879-2818.
The Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary also offers free information on sea turtles, coral reefs, fish and whales at the Grand Wailea Ocean Path, from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm on Wednesdays. In addition, the Sanctuary will offer another free information site at the boardwalk at Whaler’s Village in Ka’anapali on Thursdays, from 9 am to 1 pm. For information, call (808) 879-2818.
Exhibit of stunning whale photography, hosted by Pacific Whale Foundation as part of the Maui Whale Festival. Open daily, from January 28 - March 31, 2012, from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. Located at Ma’alaea Harbor Shops, next door to Maui Ocean Center. The Tribute to the Whales: Whale and Dolphin Photography Exhibition features works by professional wildlife photographers Monica and Michael Sweet, Douglas Hoffman, David Fleetham and several Pacific Whale Foundation member photographers, including Herb Hartmann and Dale Walsh. It will also include photos taken by Pacific Whale Foundation's researchers and naturalists, including photography by Greg Kaufman, Founder and President of Pacific Whale Foundation and naturalists Daimar Tamarack, John O'Leary and Jes Beneteau. For info, call (808) 249-8811. The Ma'alaea Harbor Shops are located on Route 30, Honoapi'ilani Highway, next to Maui Ocean Center. Admission is free. For information, visit www.mauiwhalefestival.org or call Pacific Whale Foundation at (808) 249-8811 ext. 1. Presented by Pacific Whale Foundation. Part of the Maui Whale Festival.
Nothing says "Maui fun" like dancing in the open air on the bow of a boat at sea – and watching whales -- at sunset! This fun-filled, multi-generational cruise is led by local island music and reggae star Marty Dread. His charisma and enthusiasm gets everyone dancing and enjoying themselves. The cruise includes an array of delicious hot and cold appetizers, plus Maui Brewing Co. beer, wine, Mai Tais and tropical well drinks (up to 3 per guest) as well as sodas, filtered water and juices. Offered by Pacific Whale Foundation, it departs from Ma'alaea Harbor on Friday evenings.
This cruise departs at 4:30pm until March 1. After March 1, it departs at 5:00 pm.
Whale sightings guaranteed from December 16 through April 30 or you get a free ticket for a regular Pacific Whale Foundation Whalewatch. Price is $59.95 for adults and $39.95 for children. Book online at www.pacificwhale.org and save 10%.Pacific Whale Foundation Members save 20%. For reservations and information, please call (808) 249-8811 ext. 1.
Pacific Whale Foundation naturalists and volunteers will be stationed at three locations along Maui’s coast to help you locate whales from shore. They’ll share with you the best techniques for spotting these amazing marine mammals and have binoculars and scopes to help you get a better view, along with models and marine artifacts. You’ll also get answers to your questions about whales, geography and natural history. Free and open to all. Part of Maui Whale Festival. Offered December 11, 2011 – April 30, 2012.
For information, please call (808) 249-8811 ext. 1.
Offered at these locations. Please note specified dates and times:
Papawai Point Offered daily 8:00 am to 2:00 pm
Watch whales at this popular scenic overlook off Honoapi’ilani Highway (Route 30) located approximately 3 miles northwest of Ma’alaea Harbor.
Wailea Marriott Offered Tuesday and Thursdays 7:30-11:30 am
View whales along the Ocean Path in front of the Wailea Marriott, off Wailea Alanui Drive, Wailea.
Maui Ocean Club Offered Wednesdays and Fridays 7:30-11:30 am
Marriot’s Maui Ocean Club, locatedon Kaanapali Beach, is the site of the “Trail of the Whale” Marine Naturalist Station on Maui’s westside. The station is located along the oceanfront pedestrian path fronting the resort.
An additional location to view whales is the Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary Visitor Center, located at 726 S. Kihei Road, Kihei. Open Mondays through Fridays from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm. Sanctuary staff and volunteers provide free information about whales. Reservations not required. For information, call (808) 879-2818.
The Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary also offers free information on sea turtles, coral reefs, fish and whales at the Grand Wailea Ocean Path, from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm on Wednesdays. In addition, the Sanctuary will offer another free information site at the boardwalk at Whaler’s Village in Ka’anapali on Thursdays, from 9 am to 1 pm. For information, call (808) 879-2818.
With our partner Malama Honokawai you’ll visit the beautiful and hidden Honokawai Valley, an area closed to the public. Among Hawaiian archeological sites, you’ll learn about Hawaiian history and culture as you help to remove invasive weed plants and possibly plant native species. The program runs from 9:00 am to 3:30 pm. Bring water, snacks, lunch, sunscreen and bug repellant and wear closed-toe shoes, pants and a t-shirt. You'll receive a free tote bag for your efforts.
Be sure to call (808) 249-8811 ext. 1 at least 24 hours in advance to sign up! ! Learn more about Pacific Whale Foundation’s Volunteering on Vacation program at http://volunteersonvacation.org/
Meet at 9 a.m. in front of North Sugar Cane Train Station, Puukoli Road, Kaanapali.
Exhibit of stunning whale photography, hosted by Pacific Whale Foundation as part of the Maui Whale Festival. Open daily, from January 28 - March 31, 2012, from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. Located at Ma’alaea Harbor Shops, next door to Maui Ocean Center. The Tribute to the Whales: Whale and Dolphin Photography Exhibition features works by professional wildlife photographers Monica and Michael Sweet, Douglas Hoffman, David Fleetham and several Pacific Whale Foundation member photographers, including Herb Hartmann and Dale Walsh. It will also include photos taken by Pacific Whale Foundation's researchers and naturalists, including photography by Greg Kaufman, Founder and President of Pacific Whale Foundation and naturalists Daimar Tamarack, John O'Leary and Jes Beneteau. For info, call (808) 249-8811. The Ma'alaea Harbor Shops are located on Route 30, Honoapi'ilani Highway, next to Maui Ocean Center. Admission is free. For information, visit www.mauiwhalefestival.org or call Pacific Whale Foundation at (808) 249-8811 ext. 1. Presented by Pacific Whale Foundation. Part of the Maui Whale Festival.
NEW! Experience Haleakala for the first time or in a new way; choose early morning or late afternoon. Now offered on the first and third Saturdays of every month. Want to see spectacular views at 7,000 feet, watch rare native birds and save unique ecosystems found nowhere else on the planet? Come to Haleakala National Park. Pacific Whale Foundation will host a group of volunteers to pull invasive pine trees and enjoy a picnic lunch afterwards at Hosmer Grove. Join the growing worldwide trend of "voluntourism" by participating in the Volunteering on Vacation program offered by Pacific Whale Foundation. In exchange for your efforts, you'll receive a free tote bag and the satisfaction of joining in efforts to protect Maui's unique environment. Warm clothes, long pants and closed-toed shoes are required. Bring water and lunch. Participants get to experience the park for free. Transportation is provided. Participants can meet in front of the Pacific Whale Foundation Store, located in the Harbor Shops of Ma'alaea at 7:30 am (first Saturday)/ 1:00 pm (third Saturday) or at 8:15 am (first Saturday)/ 1:30 pm (third Saturday) in the parking lot of Tavares Community Center, located in Pukalani. Reservations required. Please call (808) 249-8811 ext. 1. From the U.S. Mainland, please call 1-800-942-5311. Learn more about Pacific Whale Foundation’s Volunteering on Vacation program at http://volunteersonvacation.org.
Do something "green" on St. Patrick's Day -- spend your day as part of a volunteer team at Haleakala National Park. Pacific Whale Foundation will host a group of volunteers to pull invasive pine trees, with time for a visit to the summit and a picnic lunch. In exchange for your efforts, you'll receive a free tote bag and the satisfaction of joining in efforts to protect Maui's unique environment. Warm clothes, long pants and closed-toed shoes are required. Bring water and lunch. Participants get to experience the park for free. Free transportation is provided. Participants meet in front of Pacific Whale Foundation's Ocean Store, located in the Harbor Shops of Ma'alaea at 1:00 pm or at 1:30 pm in the parking lot of Tavares Community Center, in Pukalani. Reservations required. Please call (808) 249-8811 ext. 1. Learn more about Pacific Whale Foundation’s Volunteering on Vacation program at http://volunteersonvacation.org.
Pacific Whale Foundation naturalists and volunteers will be stationed at three locations along Maui’s coast to help you locate whales from shore. They’ll share with you the best techniques for spotting these amazing marine mammals and have binoculars and scopes to help you get a better view, along with models and marine artifacts. You’ll also get answers to your questions about whales, geography and natural history. Free and open to all. Part of Maui Whale Festival. Offered December 11, 2011 – April 30, 2012.
For information, please call (808) 249-8811 ext. 1.
Offered at these locations. Please note specified dates and times:
Papawai Point Offered daily 8:00 am to 2:00 pm
Watch whales at this popular scenic overlook off Honoapi’ilani Highway (Route 30) located approximately 3 miles northwest of Ma’alaea Harbor.
Wailea Marriott Offered Tuesday and Thursdays 7:30-11:30 am
View whales along the Ocean Path in front of the Wailea Marriott, off Wailea Alanui Drive, Wailea.
Maui Ocean Club Offered Wednesdays and Fridays 7:30-11:30 am
Marriot’s Maui Ocean Club, locatedon Kaanapali Beach, is the site of the “Trail of the Whale” Marine Naturalist Station on Maui’s westside. The station is located along the oceanfront pedestrian path fronting the resort.
An additional location to view whales is the Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary Visitor Center, located at 726 S. Kihei Road, Kihei. Open Mondays through Fridays from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm. Sanctuary staff and volunteers provide free information about whales. Reservations not required. For information, call (808) 879-2818.
The Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary also offers free information on sea turtles, coral reefs, fish and whales at the Grand Wailea Ocean Path, from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm on Wednesdays. In addition, the Sanctuary will offer another free information site at the boardwalk at Whaler’s Village in Ka’anapali on Thursdays, from 9 am to 1 pm. For information, call (808) 879-2818.
Every Sunday morning (from January 8 through May 13), Pacific Whale Foundation will offer Whale Photo Safari Cruises, featuring hands-on training on capturing great whale images with digital cameras. This at-sea workshop is suitable for beginning and advanced photographers. You'll learn to get the best results from whatever camera you currently own. This trip will be led by a Pacific Whale Foundation naturalist, along with David Fleetham, professional marine wildlife photographer.
David Fleetham’s photographs have been published around the globe, with over one hundred magazine covers to date. In 1991 his photograph of a sandbar shark appeared on the cover of LIFE. It is the only underwater photograph to ever be selected for the cover. His award-winning work has been published by National Geographic, The Cousteau Society and every North American diving publication. The Smithsonian Museum, The North Carolina Museum of Natural History, The London Zoo, Hong Kong Museum, The Waikiki, Vancouver, Monterey Bay, John G. Shedd Aquarium, Maui Ocean Center and the Aquarium of the Americas all display his work.
Whether you are a novice or an experienced photographer, this unique hands-on adventure will help you learn and practice expert techniques for photographing whales and other wildlife. Bring your own digital camera and learn to get the best results from whatever model you currently own. During your 3-hour cruise, you’ll discover the most effective camera settings for our local conditions at sea. You’ll also learn about and have the opportunity to use proven digital photo techniques to maximize each opportunity presented by the whales that you encounter. We'll also take a break from photography to drop an underwater hydrophone into the water to listen to live whale songs.
This cruise departs from Lahaina Harbor on Sunday mornings. It takes place on our new raft, Ocean Freedom, to give you fantastic water-level views of whales. Just launched in 2011, Ocean Freedom's innovative design was created by the longtime Hawaiian mariners at Navatek, and incorporates special "no slamming" features for added stability and comfort. Ocean Freedom also has an onboard bathroom.
Please note that you are required to bring your own camera equipment on this cruise. Didn't bring your camera to Maui? We rent Canon PowerShot digital cameras at Pacific Whale Foundation's Ocean Stores.
This cruise departs at 9:15 am from Lahaina Harbor and returns at 12:15 pm. Price is $99.95 per person. Book online and save 10%. Pacific Whale Foundation Members save 20%. Visit www.pacificwhale.org or call Pacific Whale Foundation for reservations and information at (808) 249-8811 ext. 1.
Exhibit of stunning whale photography, hosted by Pacific Whale Foundation as part of the Maui Whale Festival. Open daily, from January 28 - March 31, 2012, from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. Located at Ma’alaea Harbor Shops, next door to Maui Ocean Center. The Tribute to the Whales: Whale and Dolphin Photography Exhibition features works by professional wildlife photographers Monica and Michael Sweet, Douglas Hoffman, David Fleetham and several Pacific Whale Foundation member photographers, including Herb Hartmann and Dale Walsh. It will also include photos taken by Pacific Whale Foundation's researchers and naturalists, including photography by Greg Kaufman, Founder and President of Pacific Whale Foundation and naturalists Daimar Tamarack, John O'Leary and Jes Beneteau. For info, call (808) 249-8811. The Ma'alaea Harbor Shops are located on Route 30, Honoapi'ilani Highway, next to Maui Ocean Center. Admission is free. For information, visit www.mauiwhalefestival.org or call Pacific Whale Foundation at (808) 249-8811 ext. 1. Presented by Pacific Whale Foundation. Part of the Maui Whale Festival.
Brittle stars, urchins, octopi, oh my! Pacific Whale Foundation's marine educators invite the public to meet some of the fascinating creatures that roam Hawaii's tidepools at night during our Moonlight Tidepool Explorations at a South Maui tidepool. This discovery event is recommended for people ages 6 and over. Participants are asked to wear sturdy shoes and bring a flashlight. Refreshments will be provided. $10 per adult and $5 per child. 6:30 pm. Advance reservations required. Co-sponsored by Mana Kai Maui Resort. Offered on these dates: March 18 and 19, April 16 and 17, 2012. For reservations, call (808) 249-8811 ext 1.
Through Volunteering on Vacation, a free program offered by Pacific Whale Foundation, join South Maui Volunteers and group leaders Bob and Lis Richardson to help maintain an ocean-side trail, restore sand dunes, pick up litter and remove invasive species. 7:30 to 9:30 am Meeting locations are announced every Wednesday for the following Monday. Project updates and upcoming locations are posted each Wednesday at www.southmauivolunteers.com. On Monday May 21, from 8:00- 10:00 the project site will be the Kihei Boat Ramp. Bring water, snacks and sunscreen and wear solid, closed-toed shoes. Get a free Volunteering on Vacation tote bag for your efforts! For info or to sign up call (808) 249-8811 ext. 1. Learn more about Pacific Whale Foundation’s Volunteering on Vacation program at http://volunteersonvacation.org/
Learn firsthand what it is like to be a whale researcher on a personally guided group tour. This is a special opportunity to interact with Pacific Whale Foundation’s researchers and marine biologists. This research adventure begins over a complimentary continental breakfast (pastries, fresh fruit, coffee and tea) in Pacific Whale Foundation’s Discovery Center. Your small group will gather for a 45-minute presentation by a member of the Pacific Whale Foundation’s research team to learn about the foundation’s ongoing whale research and photo identification efforts. You’ll also learn about the whales that you are about to encounter.
The group will then embark on a two-hour whalewatch tour with a member of the research team. Researchers will share their knowledge of whale behavior, and interpret the significance and purpose of humpback social activity within the context of season and location. The tour wraps up with a final 45-minute visit to Pacific Whale Foundation’s Discovery Center.
Offered on Mondays, from 8:00 am to 11:30 am. Meet at 7:45 am for this tour at Pacific Whale Foundation’s Ocean Store, 300 Ma'alaea Road, located at the Ma’alaea Harbor Shops, adjacent to the Maui Ocean Center Aquarium and next to Ma'alaea Harbor. As always, whale sightings are guaranteed. (If you do not see whales, you will get a free ticket for one of our Classic Whalewatches.).
Price includes free CD of the research photos taken during the cruise, plus some of our researchers’ favorite whale photos, free “I Love Whales” bumpersticker, free copy of Pacific Whale Foundation’s exclusive DVD, “Research Clips From the Field,” featuring video of whales observed during our 2011 whale research study in Australia and free whale poster and color whalewatch guide.
Book online at www.pacificwhale.org and save 10%. Pacific Whale Foundation Members save 20%. For reservations, please call (808) 249-8811 ext. 1.
Pacific Whale Foundation naturalists and volunteers will be stationed at three locations along Maui’s coast to help you locate whales from shore. They’ll share with you the best techniques for spotting these amazing marine mammals and have binoculars and scopes to help you get a better view, along with models and marine artifacts. You’ll also get answers to your questions about whales, geography and natural history. Free and open to all. Part of Maui Whale Festival. Offered December 11, 2011 – April 30, 2012.
For information, please call (808) 249-8811 ext. 1.
Offered at these locations. Please note specified dates and times:
Papawai Point Offered daily 8:00 am to 2:00 pm
Watch whales at this popular scenic overlook off Honoapi’ilani Highway (Route 30) located approximately 3 miles northwest of Ma’alaea Harbor.
Wailea Marriott Offered Tuesday and Thursdays 7:30-11:30 am
View whales along the Ocean Path in front of the Wailea Marriott, off Wailea Alanui Drive, Wailea.
Maui Ocean Club Offered Wednesdays and Fridays 7:30-11:30 am
Marriot’s Maui Ocean Club, locatedon Kaanapali Beach, is the site of the “Trail of the Whale” Marine Naturalist Station on Maui’s westside. The station is located along the oceanfront pedestrian path fronting the resort.
An additional location to view whales is the Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary Visitor Center, located at 726 S. Kihei Road, Kihei. Open Mondays through Fridays from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm. Sanctuary staff and volunteers provide free information about whales. Reservations not required. For information, call (808) 879-2818.
The Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary also offers free information on sea turtles, coral reefs, fish and whales at the Grand Wailea Ocean Path, from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm on Wednesdays. In addition, the Sanctuary will offer another free information site at the boardwalk at Whaler’s Village in Ka’anapali on Thursdays, from 9 am to 1 pm. For information, call (808) 879-2818.
Exhibit of stunning whale photography, hosted by Pacific Whale Foundation as part of the Maui Whale Festival. Open daily, from January 28 - March 31, 2012, from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. Located at Ma’alaea Harbor Shops, next door to Maui Ocean Center. The Tribute to the Whales: Whale and Dolphin Photography Exhibition features works by professional wildlife photographers Monica and Michael Sweet, Douglas Hoffman, David Fleetham and several Pacific Whale Foundation member photographers, including Herb Hartmann and Dale Walsh. It will also include photos taken by Pacific Whale Foundation's researchers and naturalists, including photography by Greg Kaufman, Founder and President of Pacific Whale Foundation and naturalists Daimar Tamarack, John O'Leary and Jes Beneteau. For info, call (808) 249-8811. The Ma'alaea Harbor Shops are located on Route 30, Honoapi'ilani Highway, next to Maui Ocean Center. Admission is free. For information, visit www.mauiwhalefestival.org or call Pacific Whale Foundation at (808) 249-8811 ext. 1. Presented by Pacific Whale Foundation. Part of the Maui Whale Festival.
Brittle stars, urchins, octopi, oh my! Pacific Whale Foundation's marine educators invite the public to meet some of the fascinating creatures that roam Hawaii's tidepools at night during our Moonlight Tidepool Explorations at a South Maui tidepool. This discovery event is recommended for people ages 6 and over. Participants are asked to wear sturdy shoes and bring a flashlight. Refreshments will be provided. $10 per adult and $5 per child. 6:30 pm. Advance reservations required. Co-sponsored by Mana Kai Maui Resort. Offered on these dates: February 19 and 20, March 18 and 19, April 16 and 17, 2012. For reservations, call (808) 249-8811 ext 1.
Pacific Whale Foundation naturalists and volunteers will be stationed at three locations along Maui’s coast to help you locate whales from shore. They’ll share with you the best techniques for spotting these amazing marine mammals and have binoculars and scopes to help you get a better view, along with models and marine artifacts. You’ll also get answers to your questions about whales, geography and natural history. Free and open to all. Part of Maui Whale Festival. Offered December 11, 2011 – April 30, 2012.
For information, please call (808) 249-8811 ext. 1.
Offered at these locations. Please note specified dates and times:
Papawai Point Offered daily 8:00 am to 2:00 pm
Watch whales at this popular scenic overlook off Honoapi’ilani Highway (Route 30) located approximately 3 miles northwest of Ma’alaea Harbor.
Wailea Marriott Offered Tuesday and Thursdays 7:30-11:30 am
View whales along the Ocean Path in front of the Wailea Marriott, off Wailea Alanui Drive, Wailea.
Maui Ocean Club Offered Wednesdays and Fridays 7:30-11:30 am
Marriot’s Maui Ocean Club, locatedon Kaanapali Beach, is the site of the “Trail of the Whale” Marine Naturalist Station on Maui’s westside. The station is located along the oceanfront pedestrian path fronting the resort.
An additional location to view whales is the Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary Visitor Center, located at 726 S. Kihei Road, Kihei. Open Mondays through Fridays from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm. Sanctuary staff and volunteers provide free information about whales. Reservations not required. For information, call (808) 879-2818.
The Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary also offers free information on sea turtles, coral reefs, fish and whales at the Grand Wailea Ocean Path, from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm on Wednesdays. In addition, the Sanctuary will offer another free information site at the boardwalk at Whaler’s Village in Ka’anapali on Thursdays, from 9 am to 1 pm. For information, call (808) 879-2818.
Exhibit of stunning whale photography, hosted by Pacific Whale Foundation as part of the Maui Whale Festival. Open daily, from January 28 - March 31, 2012, from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. Located at Ma’alaea Harbor Shops, next door to Maui Ocean Center. The Tribute to the Whales: Whale and Dolphin Photography Exhibition features works by professional wildlife photographers Monica and Michael Sweet, Douglas Hoffman, David Fleetham and several Pacific Whale Foundation member photographers, including Herb Hartmann and Dale Walsh. It will also include photos taken by Pacific Whale Foundation's researchers and naturalists, including photography by Greg Kaufman, Founder and President of Pacific Whale Foundation and naturalists Daimar Tamarack, John O'Leary and Jes Beneteau. For info, call (808) 249-8811. The Ma'alaea Harbor Shops are located on Route 30, Honoapi'ilani Highway, next to Maui Ocean Center. Admission is free. For information, visit www.mauiwhalefestival.org or call Pacific Whale Foundation at (808) 249-8811 ext. 1. Presented by Pacific Whale Foundation. Part of the Maui Whale Festival.
Pacific Whale Foundation naturalists and volunteers will be stationed at three locations along Maui’s coast to help you locate whales from shore. They’ll share with you the best techniques for spotting these amazing marine mammals and have binoculars and scopes to help you get a better view, along with models and marine artifacts. You’ll also get answers to your questions about whales, geography and natural history. Free and open to all. Part of Maui Whale Festival. Offered December 11, 2011 – April 30, 2012.
For information, please call (808) 249-8811 ext. 1.
Offered at these locations. Please note specified dates and times:
Papawai Point Offered daily 8:00 am to 2:00 pm
Watch whales at this popular scenic overlook off Honoapi’ilani Highway (Route 30) located approximately 3 miles northwest of Ma’alaea Harbor.
Wailea Marriott Offered Tuesday and Thursdays 7:30-11:30 am
View whales along the Ocean Path in front of the Wailea Marriott, off Wailea Alanui Drive, Wailea.
Maui Ocean Club Offered Wednesdays and Fridays 7:30-11:30 am
Marriot’s Maui Ocean Club, locatedon Kaanapali Beach, is the site of the “Trail of the Whale” Marine Naturalist Station on Maui’s westside. The station is located along the oceanfront pedestrian path fronting the resort.
An additional location to view whales is the Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary Visitor Center, located at 726 S. Kihei Road, Kihei. Open Mondays through Fridays from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm. Sanctuary staff and volunteers provide free information about whales. Reservations not required. For information, call (808) 879-2818.
The Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary also offers free information on sea turtles, coral reefs, fish and whales at the Grand Wailea Ocean Path, from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm on Wednesdays. In addition, the Sanctuary will offer another free information site at the boardwalk at Whaler’s Village in Ka’anapali on Thursdays, from 9 am to 1 pm. For information, call (808) 879-2818.
Now in its 7th year, SeaWees is a Wednesday morning program for children ages 3-5 and their parents/caregivers, provided by the professional marine educators at Pacific Whale Foundation. A developmentally appropriate early-childhood program, SeaWees includes music/movement, demonstrations and guided exploration delivered in a child-centered environment. You can sign up for a single morning or for the entire session. Each session consists of four classroom sessions and one “Seafari” field adventure organized around a marine science theme.
The cost for the entire five-week session (including four classroom sessions and one Seafari Outing) is $50 per child (or $40 for PWF members). To attend a single class, the fee is $12. The second child in the same family may attend for 50% off. Reservations are required. Please call (808) 249-8811. Class sizes are limited, so reserve as early as possible. Please contact the instructor, Merrill Kaufman, at Pacific Whale Foundation at (808) 856-8322 for specific questions about the program or if your child has special needs.
Now in its 7th year, SeaWees is a Wednesday morning program for children ages 3-5 and their parents/caregivers, provided by the professional marine educators at Pacific Whale Foundation. A developmentally appropriate early-childhood program, SeaWees includes music/movement, demonstrations and guided exploration delivered in a child-centered environment. You can sign up for a single morning or for the entire session. Each session consists of four classroom sessions and one “Seafari” field adventure organized around a marine science theme.
The theme for our February 22 through March 28 session is "Wild About Whales" -- and will feature a Whalewatch Cruise Seafari Outing on March 28. The cost for the entire five-week session (including four classroom sessions and one Seafari Outing) is $50 per child (or $40 for PWF members). To attend a single class, the fee is $12. The second child in the same family may attend for 50% off. Reservations are required. Please call (808) 249-8811. Class sizes are limited, so reserve as early as possible. Please contact the instructor, Merrill Kaufman, at Pacific Whale Foundation at (808) 856-8322 for specific questions about the program or if your child has special needs.
Join Pacific Whale Foundation's Volunteering on Vacation Program to work on an exquisite organic farm in Kula. O’o Farm is a unique and divergent multi- faceted operation that showcases a working farm like no other. Located in the misting forest of Waipoli (Kula, Maui), its 8.5 acres sustains numerous crops that have been developed from virgin land. In a true pioneering spirit, over the past seven years they have expanded operations to now include greenhouses and a burgeoning agritourism operation, all the while becoming intimate with the venue’s microclimate, flora, and fauna progressing in a manner respectful of the farm as a living organism in stasis with its surrounding environment.
Meet at O'o Farms at 8:45 on Wednesday mornings in Kula. The project work lasts from 8:45 until 11:30 and will include assorted farm chores. Be sure to wear sturdy shoes and bring a light jacket that you do not mind getting a little dirty, water, and sunscreen. Gloves and gardening tools are provided. Be sure to call (808) 249-8811 in advance to sign up!
Directions to O'o Farms: Take Hana Highway to Haleakala Highway. Turn onto Haleakala Highway and proceed uphill to the Makawao Avenue Intersection (appx 7-8 miles). Continue straight through the intersection. Haleakala Highway becomes Kula Highway #37. Proceed to mile marker 14 (appx 5-6 miles). You'll pass Longs Drugstore, the Post Office, Kula Elementary School, and the Fire Station (all on the right hand side). Turn left on Kekaulike Rd/Highway #377 (just before mile marker 14). Proceed 0.3 mile on Kekaulike Road to Waipoli Road. Turn right on Waipoli Rd, and proceed uphill 0.3 mile. O'o Farms will be on the left (look for a white sign). If you cross over the cattle guard and get to Ali'i Kula Lavendar Farm, you've gone to far.
Exhibit of stunning whale photography, hosted by Pacific Whale Foundation as part of the Maui Whale Festival. Open daily, from January 28 - March 31, 2012, from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. Located at Ma’alaea Harbor Shops, next door to Maui Ocean Center. The Tribute to the Whales: Whale and Dolphin Photography Exhibition features works by professional wildlife photographers Monica and Michael Sweet, Douglas Hoffman, David Fleetham and several Pacific Whale Foundation member photographers, including Herb Hartmann and Dale Walsh. It will also include photos taken by Pacific Whale Foundation's researchers and naturalists, including photography by Greg Kaufman, Founder and President of Pacific Whale Foundation and naturalists Daimar Tamarack, John O'Leary and Jes Beneteau. For info, call (808) 249-8811. The Ma'alaea Harbor Shops are located on Route 30, Honoapi'ilani Highway, next to Maui Ocean Center. Admission is free. For information, visit www.mauiwhalefestival.org or call Pacific Whale Foundation at (808) 249-8811 ext. 1. Presented by Pacific Whale Foundation. Part of the Maui Whale Festival.
Pacific Whale Foundation naturalists and volunteers will be stationed at three locations along Maui’s coast to help you locate whales from shore. They’ll share with you the best techniques for spotting these amazing marine mammals and have binoculars and scopes to help you get a better view, along with models and marine artifacts. You’ll also get answers to your questions about whales, geography and natural history. Free and open to all. Part of Maui Whale Festival. Offered December 11, 2011 – April 30, 2012.
For information, please call (808) 249-8811 ext. 1.
Offered at these locations. Please note specified dates and times:
Papawai Point Offered daily 8:00 am to 2:00 pm
Watch whales at this popular scenic overlook off Honoapi’ilani Highway (Route 30) located approximately 3 miles northwest of Ma’alaea Harbor.
Wailea Marriott Offered Tuesday and Thursdays 7:30-11:30 am
View whales along the Ocean Path in front of the Wailea Marriott, off Wailea Alanui Drive, Wailea.
Maui Ocean Club Offered Wednesdays and Fridays 7:30-11:30 am
Marriot’s Maui Ocean Club, locatedon Kaanapali Beach, is the site of the “Trail of the Whale” Marine Naturalist Station on Maui’s westside. The station is located along the oceanfront pedestrian path fronting the resort.
An additional location to view whales is the Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary Visitor Center, located at 726 S. Kihei Road, Kihei. Open Mondays through Fridays from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm. Sanctuary staff and volunteers provide free information about whales. Reservations not required. For information, call (808) 879-2818.
The Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary also offers free information on sea turtles, coral reefs, fish and whales at the Grand Wailea Ocean Path, from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm on Wednesdays. In addition, the Sanctuary will offer another free information site at the boardwalk at Whaler’s Village in Ka’anapali on Thursdays, from 9 am to 1 pm. For information, call (808) 879-2818.
Exhibit of stunning whale photography, hosted by Pacific Whale Foundation as part of the Maui Whale Festival. Open daily, from January 28 - March 31, 2012, from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. Located at Ma’alaea Harbor Shops, next door to Maui Ocean Center. The Tribute to the Whales: Whale and Dolphin Photography Exhibition features works by professional wildlife photographers Monica and Michael Sweet, Douglas Hoffman, David Fleetham and several Pacific Whale Foundation member photographers, including Herb Hartmann and Dale Walsh. It will also include photos taken by Pacific Whale Foundation's researchers and naturalists, including photography by Greg Kaufman, Founder and President of Pacific Whale Foundation and naturalists Daimar Tamarack, John O'Leary and Jes Beneteau. For info, call (808) 249-8811. The Ma'alaea Harbor Shops are located on Route 30, Honoapi'ilani Highway, next to Maui Ocean Center. Admission is free. For information, visit www.mauiwhalefestival.org or call Pacific Whale Foundation at (808) 249-8811 ext. 1. Presented by Pacific Whale Foundation. Part of the Maui Whale Festival.
Join the growing worldwide trend of "voluntourism" by participating in the Volunteering on Vacation program offered by Pacific Whale Foundation. In exchange for your efforts, you'll receive a free totebag and the satisfaction of joining in efforts to protect Maui's unique environment.
With Hawaiian Islands Land Trust, you'll visit Waihee Coastal Dunes and Wetlands Refuge, a remarkable coastal area that’s rich in Hawaiian history and bird watching, to remove invasive species and clear brush. The program takes place every Friday from 7:15 am to noon and includes four hours of work. Meet at 7:15 am in front of the Hawaiian Islands Land Trust Offices, located at 2371 W Vineyard St in Wailuku, adjacent to the Iao Valley Church. Bring water, snacks, lunch and sunscreen, and wear closed-toe shoes, pants and hat (sun protection). Be sure to call at least 24 hours in advance to sign up! From the U.S. Mainland, please call 1-800-942-5311, or call (808)-249-8811 ext. 1. Learn more about Pacific Whale Foundation’s Volunteering on Vacation program at http://volunteersonvacation.org.
Hawaiian Island Land Trust, Waihee Coastal Dunes and Wetlands Refuge
Pacific Whale Foundation naturalists and volunteers will be stationed at three locations along Maui’s coast to help you locate whales from shore. They’ll share with you the best techniques for spotting these amazing marine mammals and have binoculars and scopes to help you get a better view, along with models and marine artifacts. You’ll also get answers to your questions about whales, geography and natural history. Free and open to all. Part of Maui Whale Festival. Offered December 11, 2011 – April 30, 2012.
For information, please call (808) 249-8811 ext. 1.
Offered at these locations. Please note specified dates and times:
Papawai Point Offered daily 8:00 am to 2:00 pm
Watch whales at this popular scenic overlook off Honoapi’ilani Highway (Route 30) located approximately 3 miles northwest of Ma’alaea Harbor.
Wailea Marriott Offered Tuesday and Thursdays 7:30-11:30 am
View whales along the Ocean Path in front of the Wailea Marriott, off Wailea Alanui Drive, Wailea.
Maui Ocean Club Offered Wednesdays and Fridays 7:30-11:30 am
Marriot’s Maui Ocean Club, locatedon Kaanapali Beach, is the site of the “Trail of the Whale” Marine Naturalist Station on Maui’s westside. The station is located along the oceanfront pedestrian path fronting the resort.
An additional location to view whales is the Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary Visitor Center, located at 726 S. Kihei Road, Kihei. Open Mondays through Fridays from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm. Sanctuary staff and volunteers provide free information about whales. Reservations not required. For information, call (808) 879-2818.
The Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary also offers free information on sea turtles, coral reefs, fish and whales at the Grand Wailea Ocean Path, from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm on Wednesdays. In addition, the Sanctuary will offer another free information site at the boardwalk at Whaler’s Village in Ka’anapali on Thursdays, from 9 am to 1 pm. For information, call (808) 879-2818.
Exhibit of stunning whale photography, hosted by Pacific Whale Foundation as part of the Maui Whale Festival. Open daily, from January 28 - March 31, 2012, from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. Located at Ma’alaea Harbor Shops, next door to Maui Ocean Center. The Tribute to the Whales: Whale and Dolphin Photography Exhibition features works by professional wildlife photographers Monica and Michael Sweet, Douglas Hoffman, David Fleetham and several Pacific Whale Foundation member photographers, including Herb Hartmann and Dale Walsh. It will also include photos taken by Pacific Whale Foundation's researchers and naturalists, including photography by Greg Kaufman, Founder and President of Pacific Whale Foundation and naturalists Daimar Tamarack, John O'Leary and Jes Beneteau. For info, call (808) 249-8811. The Ma'alaea Harbor Shops are located on Route 30, Honoapi'ilani Highway, next to Maui Ocean Center. Admission is free. For information, visit www.mauiwhalefestival.org or call Pacific Whale Foundation at (808) 249-8811 ext. 1. Presented by Pacific Whale Foundation. Part of the Maui Whale Festival.
Nothing says "Maui fun" like dancing in the open air on the bow of a boat at sea – and watching whales -- at sunset! This fun-filled, multi-generational cruise is led by local island music and reggae star Marty Dread. His charisma and enthusiasm gets everyone dancing and enjoying themselves. The cruise includes an array of delicious hot and cold appetizers, plus Maui Brewing Co. beer, wine, Mai Tais and tropical well drinks (up to 3 per guest) as well as sodas, filtered water and juices. Offered by Pacific Whale Foundation, it departs from Ma'alaea Harbor on Friday evenings.
This cruise departs at 4:30pm until March 1. After March 1, it departs at 5:00 pm.
Whale sightings guaranteed from December 16 through April 30 or you get a free ticket for a regular Pacific Whale Foundation Whalewatch. Price is $59.95 for adults and $39.95 for children. Book online at www.pacificwhale.org and save 10%.Pacific Whale Foundation Members save 20%. For reservations and information, please call (808) 249-8811 ext. 1.
Musicians will be "wailing" on their guitars at this Maui Whale Festival event at Hard Rock Cafe in Lahaina. Please visit www.mauiwhalefestival.org for details.
Pacific Whale Foundation naturalists and volunteers will be stationed at three locations along Maui’s coast to help you locate whales from shore. They’ll share with you the best techniques for spotting these amazing marine mammals and have binoculars and scopes to help you get a better view, along with models and marine artifacts. You’ll also get answers to your questions about whales, geography and natural history. Free and open to all. Part of Maui Whale Festival. Offered December 11, 2011 – April 30, 2012.
For information, please call (808) 249-8811 ext. 1.
Offered at these locations. Please note specified dates and times:
Papawai Point Offered daily 8:00 am to 2:00 pm
Watch whales at this popular scenic overlook off Honoapi’ilani Highway (Route 30) located approximately 3 miles northwest of Ma’alaea Harbor.
Wailea Marriott Offered Tuesday and Thursdays 7:30-11:30 am
View whales along the Ocean Path in front of the Wailea Marriott, off Wailea Alanui Drive, Wailea.
Maui Ocean Club Offered Wednesdays and Fridays 7:30-11:30 am
Marriot’s Maui Ocean Club, locatedon Kaanapali Beach, is the site of the “Trail of the Whale” Marine Naturalist Station on Maui’s westside. The station is located along the oceanfront pedestrian path fronting the resort.
An additional location to view whales is the Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary Visitor Center, located at 726 S. Kihei Road, Kihei. Open Mondays through Fridays from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm. Sanctuary staff and volunteers provide free information about whales. Reservations not required. For information, call (808) 879-2818.
The Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary also offers free information on sea turtles, coral reefs, fish and whales at the Grand Wailea Ocean Path, from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm on Wednesdays. In addition, the Sanctuary will offer another free information site at the boardwalk at Whaler’s Village in Ka’anapali on Thursdays, from 9 am to 1 pm. For information, call (808) 879-2818.
With our partner Malama Honokawai you’ll visit the beautiful and hidden Honokawai Valley, an area closed to the public. Among Hawaiian archeological sites, you’ll learn about Hawaiian history and culture as you help to remove invasive weed plants and possibly plant native species. The program runs from 9:00 am to 3:30 pm. Bring water, snacks, lunch, sunscreen and bug repellant and wear closed-toe shoes, pants and a t-shirt. You'll receive a free tote bag for your efforts.
Be sure to call (808) 249-8811 ext. 1 at least 24 hours in advance to sign up! ! Learn more about Pacific Whale Foundation’s Volunteering on Vacation program at http://volunteersonvacation.org/
Meet at 9 a.m. in front of North Sugar Cane Train Station, Puukoli Road, Kaanapali.
Exhibit of stunning whale photography, hosted by Pacific Whale Foundation as part of the Maui Whale Festival. Open daily, from January 28 - March 31, 2012, from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. Located at Ma’alaea Harbor Shops, next door to Maui Ocean Center. The Tribute to the Whales: Whale and Dolphin Photography Exhibition features works by professional wildlife photographers Monica and Michael Sweet, Douglas Hoffman, David Fleetham and several Pacific Whale Foundation member photographers, including Herb Hartmann and Dale Walsh. It will also include photos taken by Pacific Whale Foundation's researchers and naturalists, including photography by Greg Kaufman, Founder and President of Pacific Whale Foundation and naturalists Daimar Tamarack, John O'Leary and Jes Beneteau. For info, call (808) 249-8811. The Ma'alaea Harbor Shops are located on Route 30, Honoapi'ilani Highway, next to Maui Ocean Center. Admission is free. For information, visit www.mauiwhalefestival.org or call Pacific Whale Foundation at (808) 249-8811 ext. 1. Presented by Pacific Whale Foundation. Part of the Maui Whale Festival.
Pacific Whale Foundation naturalists and volunteers will be stationed at three locations along Maui’s coast to help you locate whales from shore. They’ll share with you the best techniques for spotting these amazing marine mammals and have binoculars and scopes to help you get a better view, along with models and marine artifacts. You’ll also get answers to your questions about whales, geography and natural history. Free and open to all. Part of Maui Whale Festival. Offered December 11, 2011 – April 30, 2012.
For information, please call (808) 249-8811 ext. 1.
Offered at these locations. Please note specified dates and times:
Papawai Point Offered daily 8:00 am to 2:00 pm
Watch whales at this popular scenic overlook off Honoapi’ilani Highway (Route 30) located approximately 3 miles northwest of Ma’alaea Harbor.
Wailea Marriott Offered Tuesday and Thursdays 7:30-11:30 am
View whales along the Ocean Path in front of the Wailea Marriott, off Wailea Alanui Drive, Wailea.
Maui Ocean Club Offered Wednesdays and Fridays 7:30-11:30 am
Marriot’s Maui Ocean Club, locatedon Kaanapali Beach, is the site of the “Trail of the Whale” Marine Naturalist Station on Maui’s westside. The station is located along the oceanfront pedestrian path fronting the resort.
An additional location to view whales is the Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary Visitor Center, located at 726 S. Kihei Road, Kihei. Open Mondays through Fridays from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm. Sanctuary staff and volunteers provide free information about whales. Reservations not required. For information, call (808) 879-2818.
The Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary also offers free information on sea turtles, coral reefs, fish and whales at the Grand Wailea Ocean Path, from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm on Wednesdays. In addition, the Sanctuary will offer another free information site at the boardwalk at Whaler’s Village in Ka’anapali on Thursdays, from 9 am to 1 pm. For information, call (808) 879-2818.
Every Sunday morning (from January 8 through May 13), Pacific Whale Foundation will offer Whale Photo Safari Cruises, featuring hands-on training on capturing great whale images with digital cameras. This at-sea workshop is suitable for beginning and advanced photographers. You'll learn to get the best results from whatever camera you currently own. This trip will be led by a Pacific Whale Foundation naturalist, along with David Fleetham, professional marine wildlife photographer.
David Fleetham’s photographs have been published around the globe, with over one hundred magazine covers to date. In 1991 his photograph of a sandbar shark appeared on the cover of LIFE. It is the only underwater photograph to ever be selected for the cover. His award-winning work has been published by National Geographic, The Cousteau Society and every North American diving publication. The Smithsonian Museum, The North Carolina Museum of Natural History, The London Zoo, Hong Kong Museum, The Waikiki, Vancouver, Monterey Bay, John G. Shedd Aquarium, Maui Ocean Center and the Aquarium of the Americas all display his work.
Whether you are a novice or an experienced photographer, this unique hands-on adventure will help you learn and practice expert techniques for photographing whales and other wildlife. Bring your own digital camera and learn to get the best results from whatever model you currently own. During your 3-hour cruise, you’ll discover the most effective camera settings for our local conditions at sea. You’ll also learn about and have the opportunity to use proven digital photo techniques to maximize each opportunity presented by the whales that you encounter. We'll also take a break from photography to drop an underwater hydrophone into the water to listen to live whale songs.
This cruise departs from Lahaina Harbor on Sunday mornings. It takes place on our new raft, Ocean Freedom, to give you fantastic water-level views of whales. Just launched in 2011, Ocean Freedom's innovative design was created by the longtime Hawaiian mariners at Navatek, and incorporates special "no slamming" features for added stability and comfort. Ocean Freedom also has an onboard bathroom.
Please note that you are required to bring your own camera equipment on this cruise. Didn't bring your camera to Maui? We rent Canon PowerShot digital cameras at Pacific Whale Foundation's Ocean Stores.
This cruise departs at 9:15 am from Lahaina Harbor and returns at 12:15 pm. Price is $99.95 per person. Book online and save 10%. Pacific Whale Foundation Members save 20%. Visit www.pacificwhale.org or call Pacific Whale Foundation for reservations and information at (808) 249-8811 ext. 1.
Exhibit of stunning whale photography, hosted by Pacific Whale Foundation as part of the Maui Whale Festival. Open daily, from January 28 - March 31, 2012, from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. Located at Ma’alaea Harbor Shops, next door to Maui Ocean Center. The Tribute to the Whales: Whale and Dolphin Photography Exhibition features works by professional wildlife photographers Monica and Michael Sweet, Douglas Hoffman, David Fleetham and several Pacific Whale Foundation member photographers, including Herb Hartmann and Dale Walsh. It will also include photos taken by Pacific Whale Foundation's researchers and naturalists, including photography by Greg Kaufman, Founder and President of Pacific Whale Foundation and naturalists Daimar Tamarack, John O'Leary and Jes Beneteau. For info, call (808) 249-8811. The Ma'alaea Harbor Shops are located on Route 30, Honoapi'ilani Highway, next to Maui Ocean Center. Admission is free. For information, visit www.mauiwhalefestival.org or call Pacific Whale Foundation at (808) 249-8811 ext. 1. Presented by Pacific Whale Foundation. Part of the Maui Whale Festival.
Enjoy a special VIP cruise with Pacific Whale Foundation’s President and founder, Greg Kaufman.A pioneer in whale research and efforts to save whales, Greg has written three books about whales and is an invited participant in the International Whaling Commissions Scientific Committee.During the whalewatch cruise Greg will provide insightful commentary and expert interpretation of the whales’ intriguing behaviors. Departs from Lahaina Harbor. $49.95 for adults; children are $34.95. Book online and save 10%. Pacific Whale Foundation Members save 20%. Reservations for this cruise sell out fast. For your tickets, visit www.pacificwhale.org or please call (808) 249-8811 ext. 1
Through Volunteering on Vacation, a free program offered by Pacific Whale Foundation, join South Maui Volunteers and group leaders Bob and Lis Richardson to help maintain an ocean-side trail, restore sand dunes, pick up litter and remove invasive species. 7:30 to 9:30 am Meeting locations are announced every Wednesday for the following Monday. Project updates and upcoming locations are posted each Wednesday at www.southmauivolunteers.com. On Monday May 21, from 8:00- 10:00 the project site will be the Kihei Boat Ramp. Bring water, snacks and sunscreen and wear solid, closed-toed shoes. Get a free Volunteering on Vacation tote bag for your efforts! For info or to sign up call (808) 249-8811 ext. 1. Learn more about Pacific Whale Foundation’s Volunteering on Vacation program at http://volunteersonvacation.org/
Learn firsthand what it is like to be a whale researcher on a personally guided group tour. This is a special opportunity to interact with Pacific Whale Foundation’s researchers and marine biologists. This research adventure begins over a complimentary continental breakfast (pastries, fresh fruit, coffee and tea) in Pacific Whale Foundation’s Discovery Center. Your small group will gather for a 45-minute presentation by a member of the Pacific Whale Foundation’s research team to learn about the foundation’s ongoing whale research and photo identification efforts. You’ll also learn about the whales that you are about to encounter.
The group will then embark on a two-hour whalewatch tour with a member of the research team. Researchers will share their knowledge of whale behavior, and interpret the significance and purpose of humpback social activity within the context of season and location. The tour wraps up with a final 45-minute visit to Pacific Whale Foundation’s Discovery Center.
Offered on Mondays, from 8:00 am to 11:30 am. Meet at 7:45 am for this tour at Pacific Whale Foundation’s Ocean Store, 300 Ma'alaea Road, located at the Ma’alaea Harbor Shops, adjacent to the Maui Ocean Center Aquarium and next to Ma'alaea Harbor. As always, whale sightings are guaranteed. (If you do not see whales, you will get a free ticket for one of our Classic Whalewatches.).
Price includes free CD of the research photos taken during the cruise, plus some of our researchers’ favorite whale photos, free “I Love Whales” bumpersticker, free copy of Pacific Whale Foundation’s exclusive DVD, “Research Clips From the Field,” featuring video of whales observed during our 2011 whale research study in Australia and free whale poster and color whalewatch guide.
Book online at www.pacificwhale.org and save 10%. Pacific Whale Foundation Members save 20%. For reservations, please call (808) 249-8811 ext. 1.
Pacific Whale Foundation naturalists and volunteers will be stationed at three locations along Maui’s coast to help you locate whales from shore. They’ll share with you the best techniques for spotting these amazing marine mammals and have binoculars and scopes to help you get a better view, along with models and marine artifacts. You’ll also get answers to your questions about whales, geography and natural history. Free and open to all. Part of Maui Whale Festival. Offered December 11, 2011 – April 30, 2012.
For information, please call (808) 249-8811 ext. 1.
Offered at these locations. Please note specified dates and times:
Papawai Point Offered daily 8:00 am to 2:00 pm
Watch whales at this popular scenic overlook off Honoapi’ilani Highway (Route 30) located approximately 3 miles northwest of Ma’alaea Harbor.
Wailea Marriott Offered Tuesday and Thursdays 7:30-11:30 am
View whales along the Ocean Path in front of the Wailea Marriott, off Wailea Alanui Drive, Wailea.
Maui Ocean Club Offered Wednesdays and Fridays 7:30-11:30 am
Marriot’s Maui Ocean Club, locatedon Kaanapali Beach, is the site of the “Trail of the Whale” Marine Naturalist Station on Maui’s westside. The station is located along the oceanfront pedestrian path fronting the resort.
An additional location to view whales is the Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary Visitor Center, located at 726 S. Kihei Road, Kihei. Open Mondays through Fridays from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm. Sanctuary staff and volunteers provide free information about whales. Reservations not required. For information, call (808) 879-2818.
The Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary also offers free information on sea turtles, coral reefs, fish and whales at the Grand Wailea Ocean Path, from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm on Wednesdays. In addition, the Sanctuary will offer another free information site at the boardwalk at Whaler’s Village in Ka’anapali on Thursdays, from 9 am to 1 pm. For information, call (808) 879-2818.
Exhibit of stunning whale photography, hosted by Pacific Whale Foundation as part of the Maui Whale Festival. Open daily, from January 28 - March 31, 2012, from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. Located at Ma’alaea Harbor Shops, next door to Maui Ocean Center. The Tribute to the Whales: Whale and Dolphin Photography Exhibition features works by professional wildlife photographers Monica and Michael Sweet, Douglas Hoffman, David Fleetham and several Pacific Whale Foundation member photographers, including Herb Hartmann and Dale Walsh. It will also include photos taken by Pacific Whale Foundation's researchers and naturalists, including photography by Greg Kaufman, Founder and President of Pacific Whale Foundation and naturalists Daimar Tamarack, John O'Leary and Jes Beneteau. For info, call (808) 249-8811. The Ma'alaea Harbor Shops are located on Route 30, Honoapi'ilani Highway, next to Maui Ocean Center. Admission is free. For information, visit www.mauiwhalefestival.org or call Pacific Whale Foundation at (808) 249-8811 ext. 1. Presented by Pacific Whale Foundation. Part of the Maui Whale Festival.
Pacific Whale Foundation naturalists and volunteers will be stationed at three locations along Maui’s coast to help you locate whales from shore. They’ll share with you the best techniques for spotting these amazing marine mammals and have binoculars and scopes to help you get a better view, along with models and marine artifacts. You’ll also get answers to your questions about whales, geography and natural history. Free and open to all. Part of Maui Whale Festival. Offered December 11, 2011 – April 30, 2012.
For information, please call (808) 249-8811 ext. 1.
Offered at these locations. Please note specified dates and times:
Papawai Point Offered daily 8:00 am to 2:00 pm
Watch whales at this popular scenic overlook off Honoapi’ilani Highway (Route 30) located approximately 3 miles northwest of Ma’alaea Harbor.
Wailea Marriott Offered Tuesday and Thursdays 7:30-11:30 am
View whales along the Ocean Path in front of the Wailea Marriott, off Wailea Alanui Drive, Wailea.
Maui Ocean Club Offered Wednesdays and Fridays 7:30-11:30 am
Marriot’s Maui Ocean Club, locatedon Kaanapali Beach, is the site of the “Trail of the Whale” Marine Naturalist Station on Maui’s westside. The station is located along the oceanfront pedestrian path fronting the resort.
An additional location to view whales is the Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary Visitor Center, located at 726 S. Kihei Road, Kihei. Open Mondays through Fridays from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm. Sanctuary staff and volunteers provide free information about whales. Reservations not required. For information, call (808) 879-2818.
The Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary also offers free information on sea turtles, coral reefs, fish and whales at the Grand Wailea Ocean Path, from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm on Wednesdays. In addition, the Sanctuary will offer another free information site at the boardwalk at Whaler’s Village in Ka’anapali on Thursdays, from 9 am to 1 pm. For information, call (808) 879-2818.
Exhibit of stunning whale photography, hosted by Pacific Whale Foundation as part of the Maui Whale Festival. Open daily, from January 28 - March 31, 2012, from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. Located at Ma’alaea Harbor Shops, next door to Maui Ocean Center. The Tribute to the Whales: Whale and Dolphin Photography Exhibition features works by professional wildlife photographers Monica and Michael Sweet, Douglas Hoffman, David Fleetham and several Pacific Whale Foundation member photographers, including Herb Hartmann and Dale Walsh. It will also include photos taken by Pacific Whale Foundation's researchers and naturalists, including photography by Greg Kaufman, Founder and President of Pacific Whale Foundation and naturalists Daimar Tamarack, John O'Leary and Jes Beneteau. For info, call (808) 249-8811. The Ma'alaea Harbor Shops are located on Route 30, Honoapi'ilani Highway, next to Maui Ocean Center. Admission is free. For information, visit www.mauiwhalefestival.org or call Pacific Whale Foundation at (808) 249-8811 ext. 1. Presented by Pacific Whale Foundation. Part of the Maui Whale Festival.
Free activity with Pacific Whale Foundation features a guided 5.5 mile hike along the Lahaina Pali Trail, where you can enjoy spectacular views of the ocean and any whales in the area. For adults over age 15 who are fit, experienced hikers. Free transportation provided from Pacific Whale Foundation’s Ocean Store in Ma’alaea to and from the trailheads. No bathrooms on the trail. Your trip will be led by a Pacific Whale Foundation naturalist. Meet at 7:00 am. Hike begins at 7:30 am. Limited to 13 participants. Free. Advance reservations required. Call Pacific Whale Foundation at (808) 249-8811 ext. 1. Also offered on April 25, 2012.
Meet at Pacific Whale Foundation's Ocean Store in Ma'alaea
Pacific Whale Foundation naturalists and volunteers will be stationed at three locations along Maui’s coast to help you locate whales from shore. They’ll share with you the best techniques for spotting these amazing marine mammals and have binoculars and scopes to help you get a better view, along with models and marine artifacts. You’ll also get answers to your questions about whales, geography and natural history. Free and open to all. Part of Maui Whale Festival. Offered December 11, 2011 – April 30, 2012.
For information, please call (808) 249-8811 ext. 1.
Offered at these locations. Please note specified dates and times:
Papawai Point Offered daily 8:00 am to 2:00 pm
Watch whales at this popular scenic overlook off Honoapi’ilani Highway (Route 30) located approximately 3 miles northwest of Ma’alaea Harbor.
Wailea Marriott Offered Tuesday and Thursdays 7:30-11:30 am
View whales along the Ocean Path in front of the Wailea Marriott, off Wailea Alanui Drive, Wailea.
Maui Ocean Club Offered Wednesdays and Fridays 7:30-11:30 am
Marriot’s Maui Ocean Club, locatedon Kaanapali Beach, is the site of the “Trail of the Whale” Marine Naturalist Station on Maui’s westside. The station is located along the oceanfront pedestrian path fronting the resort.
An additional location to view whales is the Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary Visitor Center, located at 726 S. Kihei Road, Kihei. Open Mondays through Fridays from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm. Sanctuary staff and volunteers provide free information about whales. Reservations not required. For information, call (808) 879-2818.
The Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary also offers free information on sea turtles, coral reefs, fish and whales at the Grand Wailea Ocean Path, from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm on Wednesdays. In addition, the Sanctuary will offer another free information site at the boardwalk at Whaler’s Village in Ka’anapali on Thursdays, from 9 am to 1 pm. For information, call (808) 879-2818.
Now in its 7th year, SeaWees is a Wednesday morning program for children ages 3-5 and their parents/caregivers, provided by the professional marine educators at Pacific Whale Foundation. A developmentally appropriate early-childhood program, SeaWees includes music/movement, demonstrations and guided exploration delivered in a child-centered environment. You can sign up for a single morning or for the entire session. Each session consists of four classroom sessions and one “Seafari” field adventure organized around a marine science theme.
The cost for the entire five-week session (including four classroom sessions and one Seafari Outing) is $50 per child (or $40 for PWF members). To attend a single class, the fee is $12. The second child in the same family may attend for 50% off. Reservations are required. Please call (808) 249-8811. Class sizes are limited, so reserve as early as possible. Please contact the instructor, Merrill Kaufman, at Pacific Whale Foundation at (808) 856-8322 for specific questions about the program or if your child has special needs.
Now in its 7th year, SeaWees is a Wednesday morning program for children ages 3-5 and their parents/caregivers, provided by the professional marine educators at Pacific Whale Foundation. A developmentally appropriate early-childhood program, SeaWees includes music/movement, demonstrations and guided exploration delivered in a child-centered environment. You can sign up for a single morning or for the entire session. Each session consists of four classroom sessions and one “Seafari” field adventure organized around a marine science theme.
The theme for our February 22 through March 28 session is "Wild About Whales" -- and will feature a Whalewatch Cruise Seafari Outing on March 28. The cost for the entire five-week session (including four classroom sessions and one Seafari Outing) is $50 per child (or $40 for PWF members). To attend a single class, the fee is $12. The second child in the same family may attend for 50% off. Reservations are required. Please call (808) 249-8811. Class sizes are limited, so reserve as early as possible. Please contact the instructor, Merrill Kaufman, at Pacific Whale Foundation at (808) 856-8322 for specific questions about the program or if your child has special needs.
Join Pacific Whale Foundation's Volunteering on Vacation Program to work on an exquisite organic farm in Kula. O’o Farm is a unique and divergent multi- faceted operation that showcases a working farm like no other. Located in the misting forest of Waipoli (Kula, Maui), its 8.5 acres sustains numerous crops that have been developed from virgin land. In a true pioneering spirit, over the past seven years they have expanded operations to now include greenhouses and a burgeoning agritourism operation, all the while becoming intimate with the venue’s microclimate, flora, and fauna progressing in a manner respectful of the farm as a living organism in stasis with its surrounding environment.
Meet at O'o Farms at 8:45 on Wednesday mornings in Kula. The project work lasts from 8:45 until 11:30 and will include assorted farm chores. Be sure to wear sturdy shoes and bring a light jacket that you do not mind getting a little dirty, water, and sunscreen. Gloves and gardening tools are provided. Be sure to call (808) 249-8811 in advance to sign up!
Directions to O'o Farms: Take Hana Highway to Haleakala Highway. Turn onto Haleakala Highway and proceed uphill to the Makawao Avenue Intersection (appx 7-8 miles). Continue straight through the intersection. Haleakala Highway becomes Kula Highway #37. Proceed to mile marker 14 (appx 5-6 miles). You'll pass Longs Drugstore, the Post Office, Kula Elementary School, and the Fire Station (all on the right hand side). Turn left on Kekaulike Rd/Highway #377 (just before mile marker 14). Proceed 0.3 mile on Kekaulike Road to Waipoli Road. Turn right on Waipoli Rd, and proceed uphill 0.3 mile. O'o Farms will be on the left (look for a white sign). If you cross over the cattle guard and get to Ali'i Kula Lavendar Farm, you've gone to far.
Exhibit of stunning whale photography, hosted by Pacific Whale Foundation as part of the Maui Whale Festival. Open daily, from January 28 - March 31, 2012, from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. Located at Ma’alaea Harbor Shops, next door to Maui Ocean Center. The Tribute to the Whales: Whale and Dolphin Photography Exhibition features works by professional wildlife photographers Monica and Michael Sweet, Douglas Hoffman, David Fleetham and several Pacific Whale Foundation member photographers, including Herb Hartmann and Dale Walsh. It will also include photos taken by Pacific Whale Foundation's researchers and naturalists, including photography by Greg Kaufman, Founder and President of Pacific Whale Foundation and naturalists Daimar Tamarack, John O'Leary and Jes Beneteau. For info, call (808) 249-8811. The Ma'alaea Harbor Shops are located on Route 30, Honoapi'ilani Highway, next to Maui Ocean Center. Admission is free. For information, visit www.mauiwhalefestival.org or call Pacific Whale Foundation at (808) 249-8811 ext. 1. Presented by Pacific Whale Foundation. Part of the Maui Whale Festival.
Pacific Whale Foundation naturalists and volunteers will be stationed at three locations along Maui’s coast to help you locate whales from shore. They’ll share with you the best techniques for spotting these amazing marine mammals and have binoculars and scopes to help you get a better view, along with models and marine artifacts. You’ll also get answers to your questions about whales, geography and natural history. Free and open to all. Part of Maui Whale Festival. Offered December 11, 2011 – April 30, 2012.
For information, please call (808) 249-8811 ext. 1.
Offered at these locations. Please note specified dates and times:
Papawai Point Offered daily 8:00 am to 2:00 pm
Watch whales at this popular scenic overlook off Honoapi’ilani Highway (Route 30) located approximately 3 miles northwest of Ma’alaea Harbor.
Wailea Marriott Offered Tuesday and Thursdays 7:30-11:30 am
View whales along the Ocean Path in front of the Wailea Marriott, off Wailea Alanui Drive, Wailea.
Maui Ocean Club Offered Wednesdays and Fridays 7:30-11:30 am
Marriot’s Maui Ocean Club, locatedon Kaanapali Beach, is the site of the “Trail of the Whale” Marine Naturalist Station on Maui’s westside. The station is located along the oceanfront pedestrian path fronting the resort.
An additional location to view whales is the Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary Visitor Center, located at 726 S. Kihei Road, Kihei. Open Mondays through Fridays from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm. Sanctuary staff and volunteers provide free information about whales. Reservations not required. For information, call (808) 879-2818.
The Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary also offers free information on sea turtles, coral reefs, fish and whales at the Grand Wailea Ocean Path, from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm on Wednesdays. In addition, the Sanctuary will offer another free information site at the boardwalk at Whaler’s Village in Ka’anapali on Thursdays, from 9 am to 1 pm. For information, call (808) 879-2818.
Exhibit of stunning whale photography, hosted by Pacific Whale Foundation as part of the Maui Whale Festival. Open daily, from January 28 - March 31, 2012, from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. Located at Ma’alaea Harbor Shops, next door to Maui Ocean Center. The Tribute to the Whales: Whale and Dolphin Photography Exhibition features works by professional wildlife photographers Monica and Michael Sweet, Douglas Hoffman, David Fleetham and several Pacific Whale Foundation member photographers, including Herb Hartmann and Dale Walsh. It will also include photos taken by Pacific Whale Foundation's researchers and naturalists, including photography by Greg Kaufman, Founder and President of Pacific Whale Foundation and naturalists Daimar Tamarack, John O'Leary and Jes Beneteau. For info, call (808) 249-8811. The Ma'alaea Harbor Shops are located on Route 30, Honoapi'ilani Highway, next to Maui Ocean Center. Admission is free. For information, visit www.mauiwhalefestival.org or call Pacific Whale Foundation at (808) 249-8811 ext. 1. Presented by Pacific Whale Foundation. Part of the Maui Whale Festival.
Join the growing worldwide trend of "voluntourism" by participating in the Volunteering on Vacation program offered by Pacific Whale Foundation. In exchange for your efforts, you'll receive a free totebag and the satisfaction of joining in efforts to protect Maui's unique environment.
With Hawaiian Islands Land Trust, you'll visit Waihee Coastal Dunes and Wetlands Refuge, a remarkable coastal area that’s rich in Hawaiian history and bird watching, to remove invasive species and clear brush. The program takes place every Friday from 7:15 am to noon and includes four hours of work. Meet at 7:15 am in front of the Hawaiian Islands Land Trust Offices, located at 2371 W Vineyard St in Wailuku, adjacent to the Iao Valley Church. Bring water, snacks, lunch and sunscreen, and wear closed-toe shoes, pants and hat (sun protection). Be sure to call at least 24 hours in advance to sign up! From the U.S. Mainland, please call 1-800-942-5311, or call (808)-249-8811 ext. 1. Learn more about Pacific Whale Foundation’s Volunteering on Vacation program at http://volunteersonvacation.org.
Hawaiian Island Land Trust, Waihee Coastal Dunes and Wetlands Refuge
Pacific Whale Foundation naturalists and volunteers will be stationed at three locations along Maui’s coast to help you locate whales from shore. They’ll share with you the best techniques for spotting these amazing marine mammals and have binoculars and scopes to help you get a better view, along with models and marine artifacts. You’ll also get answers to your questions about whales, geography and natural history. Free and open to all. Part of Maui Whale Festival. Offered December 11, 2011 – April 30, 2012.
For information, please call (808) 249-8811 ext. 1.
Offered at these locations. Please note specified dates and times:
Papawai Point Offered daily 8:00 am to 2:00 pm
Watch whales at this popular scenic overlook off Honoapi’ilani Highway (Route 30) located approximately 3 miles northwest of Ma’alaea Harbor.
Wailea Marriott Offered Tuesday and Thursdays 7:30-11:30 am
View whales along the Ocean Path in front of the Wailea Marriott, off Wailea Alanui Drive, Wailea.
Maui Ocean Club Offered Wednesdays and Fridays 7:30-11:30 am
Marriot’s Maui Ocean Club, locatedon Kaanapali Beach, is the site of the “Trail of the Whale” Marine Naturalist Station on Maui’s westside. The station is located along the oceanfront pedestrian path fronting the resort.
An additional location to view whales is the Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary Visitor Center, located at 726 S. Kihei Road, Kihei. Open Mondays through Fridays from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm. Sanctuary staff and volunteers provide free information about whales. Reservations not required. For information, call (808) 879-2818.
The Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary also offers free information on sea turtles, coral reefs, fish and whales at the Grand Wailea Ocean Path, from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm on Wednesdays. In addition, the Sanctuary will offer another free information site at the boardwalk at Whaler’s Village in Ka’anapali on Thursdays, from 9 am to 1 pm. For information, call (808) 879-2818.
Exhibit of stunning whale photography, hosted by Pacific Whale Foundation as part of the Maui Whale Festival. Open daily, from January 28 - March 31, 2012, from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. Located at Ma’alaea Harbor Shops, next door to Maui Ocean Center. The Tribute to the Whales: Whale and Dolphin Photography Exhibition features works by professional wildlife photographers Monica and Michael Sweet, Douglas Hoffman, David Fleetham and several Pacific Whale Foundation member photographers, including Herb Hartmann and Dale Walsh. It will also include photos taken by Pacific Whale Foundation's researchers and naturalists, including photography by Greg Kaufman, Founder and President of Pacific Whale Foundation and naturalists Daimar Tamarack, John O'Leary and Jes Beneteau. For info, call (808) 249-8811. The Ma'alaea Harbor Shops are located on Route 30, Honoapi'ilani Highway, next to Maui Ocean Center. Admission is free. For information, visit www.mauiwhalefestival.org or call Pacific Whale Foundation at (808) 249-8811 ext. 1. Presented by Pacific Whale Foundation. Part of the Maui Whale Festival.
Nothing says "Maui fun" like dancing in the open air on the bow of a boat at sea – and watching whales -- at sunset! This fun-filled, multi-generational cruise is led by local island music and reggae star Marty Dread. His charisma and enthusiasm gets everyone dancing and enjoying themselves. The cruise includes an array of delicious hot and cold appetizers, plus Maui Brewing Co. beer, wine, Mai Tais and tropical well drinks (up to 3 per guest) as well as sodas, filtered water and juices. Offered by Pacific Whale Foundation, it departs from Ma'alaea Harbor on Friday evenings.
This cruise departs at 4:30pm until March 1. After March 1, it departs at 5:00 pm.
Whale sightings guaranteed from December 16 through April 30 or you get a free ticket for a regular Pacific Whale Foundation Whalewatch. Price is $59.95 for adults and $39.95 for children. Book online at www.pacificwhale.org and save 10%.Pacific Whale Foundation Members save 20%. For reservations and information, please call (808) 249-8811 ext. 1.
Pacific Whale Foundation naturalists and volunteers will be stationed at three locations along Maui’s coast to help you locate whales from shore. They’ll share with you the best techniques for spotting these amazing marine mammals and have binoculars and scopes to help you get a better view, along with models and marine artifacts. You’ll also get answers to your questions about whales, geography and natural history. Free and open to all. Part of Maui Whale Festival. Offered December 11, 2011 – April 30, 2012.
For information, please call (808) 249-8811 ext. 1.
Offered at these locations. Please note specified dates and times:
Papawai Point Offered daily 8:00 am to 2:00 pm
Watch whales at this popular scenic overlook off Honoapi’ilani Highway (Route 30) located approximately 3 miles northwest of Ma’alaea Harbor.
Wailea Marriott Offered Tuesday and Thursdays 7:30-11:30 am
View whales along the Ocean Path in front of the Wailea Marriott, off Wailea Alanui Drive, Wailea.
Maui Ocean Club Offered Wednesdays and Fridays 7:30-11:30 am
Marriot’s Maui Ocean Club, locatedon Kaanapali Beach, is the site of the “Trail of the Whale” Marine Naturalist Station on Maui’s westside. The station is located along the oceanfront pedestrian path fronting the resort.
An additional location to view whales is the Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary Visitor Center, located at 726 S. Kihei Road, Kihei. Open Mondays through Fridays from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm. Sanctuary staff and volunteers provide free information about whales. Reservations not required. For information, call (808) 879-2818.
The Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary also offers free information on sea turtles, coral reefs, fish and whales at the Grand Wailea Ocean Path, from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm on Wednesdays. In addition, the Sanctuary will offer another free information site at the boardwalk at Whaler’s Village in Ka’anapali on Thursdays, from 9 am to 1 pm. For information, call (808) 879-2818.
With our partner Malama Honokawai you’ll visit the beautiful and hidden Honokawai Valley, an area closed to the public. Among Hawaiian archeological sites, you’ll learn about Hawaiian history and culture as you help to remove invasive weed plants and possibly plant native species. The program runs from 9:00 am to 3:30 pm. Bring water, snacks, lunch, sunscreen and bug repellant and wear closed-toe shoes, pants and a t-shirt. You'll receive a free tote bag for your efforts.
Be sure to call (808) 249-8811 ext. 1 at least 24 hours in advance to sign up! ! Learn more about Pacific Whale Foundation’s Volunteering on Vacation program at http://volunteersonvacation.org/
Meet at 9 a.m. in front of North Sugar Cane Train Station, Puukoli Road, Kaanapali.
Exhibit of stunning whale photography, hosted by Pacific Whale Foundation as part of the Maui Whale Festival. Open daily, from January 28 - March 31, 2012, from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. Located at Ma’alaea Harbor Shops, next door to Maui Ocean Center. The Tribute to the Whales: Whale and Dolphin Photography Exhibition features works by professional wildlife photographers Monica and Michael Sweet, Douglas Hoffman, David Fleetham and several Pacific Whale Foundation member photographers, including Herb Hartmann and Dale Walsh. It will also include photos taken by Pacific Whale Foundation's researchers and naturalists, including photography by Greg Kaufman, Founder and President of Pacific Whale Foundation and naturalists Daimar Tamarack, John O'Leary and Jes Beneteau. For info, call (808) 249-8811. The Ma'alaea Harbor Shops are located on Route 30, Honoapi'ilani Highway, next to Maui Ocean Center. Admission is free. For information, visit www.mauiwhalefestival.org or call Pacific Whale Foundation at (808) 249-8811 ext. 1. Presented by Pacific Whale Foundation. Part of the Maui Whale Festival.
