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    • ResearchWe conduct long-term monitoring to identify trends and assess major threats to cetaceans around the world and develop science-based solutions
      • Research Locations
      • Publications & References
      • Photo Donations
      • Annual Research Report
      • What’s New with Research?
      • High Impact Research Projects
    • EducationWe offer a variety of innovative educational programs and activities to inspire the next generation of ocean stewards.
      • Ocean Camp (Grades 2-5)
      • Ocean Camp (Grades 6-8)
      • Keiki Whalewatching Field Trips
      • Ocean Career Quest for Students
      • Virtual Field Trips
      • Ocean Education Resources
      • Learn About Marine Life
    • ConservationWe develop science-based solutions to major stressors impacting our ocean ecosystem and work together with our supporters and our community to enact programs and policies to protect the ocean and marine life.
      • Adopt a Beach
      • Marine Debris Monitoring
      • Marine Wildlife Viewing Guidelines
      • Marine Life & Ocean Advocacy Efforts
      • Mauka to Makai
      • Go Slow – Whales Below
      • Marine Debris Rapid Response Program
      • Reef Cleanup Dives
    • Maui Community Outreach & Relief ProgramsWe work within our home island of Maui to strengthen collaboration efforts to preserve fragile ecosystems with community-based engagement.
      • Mālama Pono
      • Maui Fire Recovery
      • For Da Keiki
      • Partnerships
    • Malama PonoMālama Pono programs for visitors and community members
  • Why We Do It
    • Vessel CollisionsVessel collisions annually kill or injure tens of thousands of marine mammals
    • Unsustainable TourismWe practice and promote sustainable ocean tourism to protect marine wildlife.
    • Marine Plastic PollutionWe collect and analyze data about marine debris to influence legislation and educate the public.
    • BycatchWe research the impact of fisheries interactions (bycatch) on marine mammals.
    • Climate ChangeWe study the effects of climate change, such as rising sea-surface temperatures, on marine mammals.
    • A humpback whale is jumping out of the water in front of a boat.Book a cruise with PacWhale Eco-Adventures and support our cause
  • Who We Are
    • PacWhale Eco-AdventuresWholly owned by Pacific Whale Foundation (PWF), social enterprise PacWhale Eco-Adventures supports our programs through ecotour and retail revenue.
    • Our TeamMeet the dedicated board of directors and leadership team guiding our ocean conservation efforts.
      • Memberships and Advisory
    • BlogRead our blog for news and updates about ocean conservation.
    • CareersWant to have fun while making a difference? Come join us!
    • FinancialsWe annually publish detailed financial information regarding the nonprofit in 990 tax forms and annual reports.
    • Press RoomsPacific Whale Foundation in the news.
    • A humpback whale is jumping out of the water in front of a boat.Book a cruise with PacWhale Eco-Adventures and support our cause
  • How You Can Help
    • GiveA donation to PWF helps fund vital programs working to combat the 5 Major Threats and protect marine environments and wildlife for future generations.
      • Donate
      • Become a Member
      • Other Ways to Give
      • Book a Cruise
      • Corporate Giving & Sponsorships
    • VolunteerOur community science programs and events offer a great way to get involved and contribute to PWF’s ocean conservation efforts.
      • Adopt a Beach
      • Marine Debris Monitoring
      • Great Whale Count
      • Photo Donations
      • Mālama Pono
      • Ocean Ambassador Volunteer
      • Māʻalaea Harbor Cleanup
    • EngageWhether you live near, are visiting one of our research locations or from a land far, far away, there are several ways to stay engaged and informed.
      • Documentaries
      • Events
      • Additional Ways to Get Involved
      • Location
      • PWF Webinar Series
    • A humpback whale is jumping out of the water in front of a boat.Book a cruise with PacWhale Eco-Adventures and support our cause
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  • Ocean Store
  • Book an EcoTour
  • Donate
  • Whale Watch
  • What We Do
    • ResearchWe conduct long-term monitoring to identify trends and assess major threats to cetaceans around the world and develop science-based solutions
      • Research Locations
      • Publications & References
      • Photo Donations
      • Annual Research Report
      • What’s New with Research?
      • High Impact Research Projects
    • EducationWe offer a variety of innovative educational programs and activities to inspire the next generation of ocean stewards.
      • Ocean Camp (Grades 2-5)
      • Ocean Camp (Grades 6-8)
      • Keiki Whalewatching Field Trips
      • Ocean Career Quest for Students
      • Virtual Field Trips
      • Ocean Education Resources
      • Learn About Marine Life
    • ConservationWe develop science-based solutions to major stressors impacting our ocean ecosystem and work together with our supporters and our community to enact programs and policies to protect the ocean and marine life.
      • Adopt a Beach
      • Marine Debris Monitoring
      • Marine Wildlife Viewing Guidelines
      • Marine Life & Ocean Advocacy Efforts
      • Mauka to Makai
      • Go Slow – Whales Below
      • Marine Debris Rapid Response Program
      • Reef Cleanup Dives
    • Maui Community Outreach & Relief ProgramsWe work within our home island of Maui to strengthen collaboration efforts to preserve fragile ecosystems with community-based engagement.
      • Mālama Pono
      • Maui Fire Recovery
      • For Da Keiki
      • Partnerships
    • Malama PonoMālama Pono programs for visitors and community members
  • Why We Do It
    • Vessel CollisionsVessel collisions annually kill or injure tens of thousands of marine mammals
    • Unsustainable TourismWe practice and promote sustainable ocean tourism to protect marine wildlife.
    • Marine Plastic PollutionWe collect and analyze data about marine debris to influence legislation and educate the public.
    • BycatchWe research the impact of fisheries interactions (bycatch) on marine mammals.
    • Climate ChangeWe study the effects of climate change, such as rising sea-surface temperatures, on marine mammals.
    • A humpback whale is jumping out of the water in front of a boat.Book a cruise with PacWhale Eco-Adventures and support our cause
  • Who We Are
    • PacWhale Eco-AdventuresWholly owned by Pacific Whale Foundation (PWF), social enterprise PacWhale Eco-Adventures supports our programs through ecotour and retail revenue.
    • Our TeamMeet the dedicated board of directors and leadership team guiding our ocean conservation efforts.
      • Memberships and Advisory
    • BlogRead our blog for news and updates about ocean conservation.
    • CareersWant to have fun while making a difference? Come join us!
    • FinancialsWe annually publish detailed financial information regarding the nonprofit in 990 tax forms and annual reports.
    • Press RoomsPacific Whale Foundation in the news.
    • A humpback whale is jumping out of the water in front of a boat.Book a cruise with PacWhale Eco-Adventures and support our cause
  • How You Can Help
    • GiveA donation to PWF helps fund vital programs working to combat the 5 Major Threats and protect marine environments and wildlife for future generations.
      • Donate
      • Become a Member
      • Other Ways to Give
      • Book a Cruise
      • Corporate Giving & Sponsorships
    • VolunteerOur community science programs and events offer a great way to get involved and contribute to PWF’s ocean conservation efforts.
      • Adopt a Beach
      • Marine Debris Monitoring
      • Great Whale Count
      • Photo Donations
      • Mālama Pono
      • Ocean Ambassador Volunteer
      • Māʻalaea Harbor Cleanup
    • EngageWhether you live near, are visiting one of our research locations or from a land far, far away, there are several ways to stay engaged and informed.
      • Documentaries
      • Events
      • Additional Ways to Get Involved
      • Location
      • PWF Webinar Series
    • A humpback whale is jumping out of the water in front of a boat.Book a cruise with PacWhale Eco-Adventures and support our cause
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Read our blog for news and updates about ocean conservation

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Our Work
Animals
Locations
Clear Filter

2.20.24

A young boy sitting at a desk coloring in a whale workbook.

Education

Environmental Education in Ecuador: Inspiring Young Minds with “Viajeros del Oceano.”

11.09.23

Wildfire Impacts

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Education

WILDFIRE IMPACTS

11.14.22

Celebrating Sustainability

Education

CELEBRATING SUSTAINABILITY

9.16.22

Education

KEEPING IT CLEAN

4.18.22

A humpback whale is jumping out of the water.

Conservation, Education

EMBRACING & PROTECTING BIODIVERSITY

1.25.21

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Conservation, Education, Research

Pacific Whale Foundation Finds Much to Celebrate in 2020

10.23.20

Education

Balancing screen time with green time

6.30.20

Education

Virtual Ocean Camp

1.01.20

Education

PWF Education: Year in Review

7.17.19

Education

Ocean Camp: Behind the Scene

6.18.19

Education

Possibilities of Virtual Reality in Education

6.06.19

Education

World Oceans Day in Hervey Bay

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