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We 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
Education
We offer a variety of innovative educational programs and activities to inspire the next generation of ocean stewards.
Ocean Camps
Ocean Camp: A Deeper Dive
Keiki Whalewatching Field Trips
Ocean Career Quest for Students
Virtual Field Trips
Ocean Education Resources
Animals
Halloween Keiki Camp
Conservation
We 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 Programs
We 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
Mālama Pono programs for visitors and community members
Why We Do It
Vessel Collisions
Vessel collisions annually kill or injure tens of thousands of marine mammals
Unsustainable Tourism
We practice and promote sustainable ocean tourism to protect marine wildlife.
Marine Plastic Pollution
We collect and analyze data about marine debris to influence legislation and educate the public.
Bycatch
We research the impact of fisheries interactions (bycatch) on marine mammals.
Climate Change
We study the effects of climate change, such as rising sea-surface temperatures, on marine mammals.
Book a cruise with PacWhale Eco-Adventures and support our cause
Who We Are
PacWhale Eco-Adventures
Wholly owned by Pacific Whale Foundation (PWF), social enterprise PacWhale Eco-Adventures supports our programs through ecotour and retail revenue.
Our Team
Meet the dedicated board of directors and leadership team guiding our ocean conservation efforts.
Partnerships
Memberships and Advisory Positions
Blog
Read our blog for news and updates about ocean conservation.
Careers
Want to have fun while making a difference? Come join us!
Financials
We annually publish detailed financial information regarding the nonprofit in 990 tax forms and annual reports.
Press Room
Pacific Whale Foundation in the news.
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How You Can Help
Give
A 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
Adopt a Marine Animal
Other Ways to Give
2024 Calendar
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Volunteer
Our 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
Engage
Whether 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.
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Whale Watch
What We Do
Research
We 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
Education
We offer a variety of innovative educational programs and activities to inspire the next generation of ocean stewards.
Ocean Camps
Ocean Camp: A Deeper Dive
Keiki Whalewatching Field Trips
Ocean Career Quest for Students
Virtual Field Trips
Ocean Education Resources
Animals
Halloween Keiki Camp
Conservation
We 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 Programs
We 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
Mālama Pono programs for visitors and community members
Why We Do It
Vessel Collisions
Vessel collisions annually kill or injure tens of thousands of marine mammals
Unsustainable Tourism
We practice and promote sustainable ocean tourism to protect marine wildlife.
Marine Plastic Pollution
We collect and analyze data about marine debris to influence legislation and educate the public.
Bycatch
We research the impact of fisheries interactions (bycatch) on marine mammals.
Climate Change
We study the effects of climate change, such as rising sea-surface temperatures, on marine mammals.
Book a cruise with PacWhale Eco-Adventures and support our cause
Who We Are
PacWhale Eco-Adventures
Wholly owned by Pacific Whale Foundation (PWF), social enterprise PacWhale Eco-Adventures supports our programs through ecotour and retail revenue.
Our Team
Meet the dedicated board of directors and leadership team guiding our ocean conservation efforts.
Partnerships
Memberships and Advisory Positions
Blog
Read our blog for news and updates about ocean conservation.
Careers
Want to have fun while making a difference? Come join us!
Financials
We annually publish detailed financial information regarding the nonprofit in 990 tax forms and annual reports.
Press Room
Pacific Whale Foundation in the news.
Book a cruise with PacWhale Eco-Adventures and support our cause
How You Can Help
Give
A 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
Adopt a Marine Animal
Other Ways to Give
2024 Calendar
Book a Cruise
Volunteer
Our 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
Engage
Whether 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
Locations
PWF Webinar Series
Book a cruise with PacWhale Eco-Adventures and support our cause
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What We Do
We conduct Research, Education, Conservation and Outreach programs to provide ocean and marine life protection.
Research
Our applied research projects focus on mitigating the 5 Major Threats to whales and dolphins identified by PWF researchers.
Education
We offer innovative educational programs and activities for pre-K to high school students designed to inspire tomorrow’s ocean protectors.
Conservation
We use cutting-edge research data to create public policy agendas and mobilize community members in support of marine conservation.
Outreach
By providing opportunities to nurture and connect to the land and ocean we help inspire environmental stewardship.
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MITIGATING THE 5 MAJOR THREATS
Human activity endangering marine life is a PWF strategic priority.
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