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Nearly 7 weeks ago, PacWhale Eco-Adventures halted its ecotour operations in accordance with what has now become one of the defining global health crises of our time. Following a period of paid, temporary emergency sick leave into mid-April, the majority of staff were furloughed for just two weeks before a plan was solidified to resume their full-time employment and pay. Upon learning of this news, Assistant Port Captain Alyssa Moser shared the following: 

"I want to extend my gratitude and express my appreciation for all of the time and effort that you’ve dedicated to our PWF 'ohana during this challenging time. I cannot imagine all of the tough decisions and sleepless nights you all have had. Trying to strike a balance with all of the different responsibilities you hold is incredibly complex, so thank you for walking the fine line between keeping us safe, running a business and trying to hold us all together. You're doing a great job, just wanted to let you know I'm cheering for you! I'm thankful to have a leadership team that I can be proud of during this time. Thank you for taking care of us."

In celebration of 2020’s 50th anniversary Earth Day, which coincides with the 40th anniversary of PacWhale Eco-Adventures' parent nonprofit, Pacific Whale Foundation, ecotour staff were asked to devote their upcoming work time to local nonprofits. Keep an eye out for us in the community as we develop PacWhale's Kōkua Project - we are in this together! 

Climate change is affecting all life forms on the planet, from the tiniest plankton to the biggest whales that traverse our vast oceans. Pacific Whale Foundation is committed to investigating, researching and fighting the key stressors whales and dolphins face in this changing world. We are also always finding new ways to lessen our impact wherever possible. Thank you for allowing us to continue this important work!

We are fortunate to have an online, regularly engaged audience of more than 250,000 individuals. Because now is not the time to be asking for major gifts, we're imagining a moment where each supporter simply donated $5. This would allow our Research, Education and Conservation programs to thrive through this uncertain time. If you are able, we hope you join this exciting vision of ours:

Enjoy this PWF Webinar where Chief Biologist Stephanie Stack hosts an interview with Elsa Cabrera and Barbara Galletti from Centro de Conservación Cetacea (CCC) in Chile. Pacific Whale Foundation has been a financial supporter of their Alfaguara Project for over ten years. Recently, we spoke with this inspirational pair of conservationists as they discussed their efforts to study a new species of blue whale, how human activities are affecting whales in Chile, and the importance of whale poop!

Click any of the above to view. Scroll to "Webcasts & Webinars" HERE for a full list of past and upcoming virtual events + recordings. 

While you may not be able to offer your patronage in person right now,  you can still show support! Shop online at our Ocean Store, purchase a Gift Certificate, think about ADOPT’ing a marine mammal, becoming a Member or making a charitable contribution to our Foundation. 

This RETHINK activity utilizes materials that you may have laying around the house to create your very own night sky. Inspired by a recent meteor shower here in Maui, Hawaii, Shelby and Lila attempt to recreate their stargazing experience while UPCYCLING a pasta sauce jar and some plastic bottle caps.

We also explore the ideas of CONSTELLATIONS and PLANETS.

A CONSTELLATION is very simply a group of stars that form a recognizable pattern and a PLANET simply orbits a star (our planet Earth orbits the Sun!) and is massive enough to be rounded by its own gravity. The amount of stars and planets that can be seen from where you live depends on many things, including how much light pollution is around and where you physically are on our planet.

This project has the flexibility to be made using all different kinds of materials as substitutes. The intention of this project is to create holes (stars) that your light within your jar can shine through to create your own night sky. Enjoy!