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Ever wondered what it takes to work in the field of marine science and ocean conservation? Inspired to work to protect the ocean and marine life but not sure you want to be a scientist? There are many other options! Our careers series will introduce you to some of our staff members and the paths that led them to their careers at Pacific Whale Foundation and PacWhale Eco-Adventures. In our next episode, meet Selket, our Visual Communications Specialist. Find out about her career journey and how she ended up at Pacific Whale Foundation.
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Ever wondered what it takes to work in the field of marine science and ocean conservation? Find out through our careers series in which we get to know some of our staff members and the paths that led them to careers at Pacific Whale Foundation and PacWhale Eco-Adventures. In this episode, meet Morgan Wittmer and find out what twists and turns led her from wanting to be a lion to her current position as Eco-Tours Manager for PacWhale Eco-Adventures.
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Join our Education Manager as she teaches about whale communication and sound through some fun activities that you can do at home with the entire family. Parental supervision and assistance is recommended. To participate at home, be prepared with the following before you tune in: metal forks (more than one size if you have); string; metal hanger (if you have one); pencil with eraser end (does not need to be sharpened); balloon (if you have one).
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Experience for yourself some of the challenges faced by humpback whales with our whale-themed obstacle course you can recreate in your own home! Watch the bubble-net feeding video mentioned here
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Join our Education Manager as she teaches about some common fish families that can be seen while snorkeling around the Maui coastline and test your identification skills as you observe underwater video. This session will be fun for the whole family and include an activity you can do at home. Parental supervision and assistance is recommended. To participate at home, be prepared with the following before you tune in: paper, colored pencils/crayons/markers.
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When it comes to the art of blending in for the sake of survival, life in the ocean is presented with an array of challenges. Join us as we explore some of the extraordinary adaptations that allow creatures of all shapes and sizes to thrive in their marine habitat. Up for a challenge? Follow along and try your hand at creating a creature uniquely designed to survive in your own home!
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Ever wondered what it takes to work in the field of marine science and ocean conservation? Find out through our careers series in which we get to know some of our staff members and the paths that led them to careers at Pacific Whale Foundation and PacWhale Eco-Adventures. In this episode, meet Shelby and find out about the experiences that led her from hoping to become an orca trainer to her current position as Conservation Coordinator at Pacific Whale Foundation.
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Take a look back at the live Q&A with our lead Researchers. Listen to answers they gave to questions from curious minds just like yours!
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Join our Education Manager live from her home as she teaches about plankton and how small but mighty important they are. This session will be fun for the whole family and include an activity you can do at home. Parental supervision and assistance is recommended. To participate at home, be prepared with the following before you tune in: tall container filled with water (ideally a pitcher), cork (or similar small, lightweight object), tape or glue, miscellaneous materials like: paperclips, coins, metal washers, toothpicks, pipe cleaners, yarn, magnets, popsicle sticks, string, etc. (be creative – anything goes for this activity!).
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Ever wondered what it takes to work in the field of marine science and ocean conservation? Find out through our careers series in which we get to know some of our staff members and the paths that led them to careers at Pacific Whale Foundation and PacWhale Eco-Adventures. In this episode, meet Florence and learn about the journey that led her from aspiring to run away to the circus to work with seals to her current position as Research Analyst at Pacific Whale Foundation.
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Join us as we take a look back on the lessons and conclusions gained from our 2019 research.
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Meet Barbara Galletti and Elsa Cabrera from Cetacean Conservation Center.
The Alfaguara (Blue Whale) Project strives to guarantee the long-term existence of endangered blue whales in one of the most important feeding grounds for the species in the southern hemisphere. The project also promotes the development of sustainable, community-based marine ecotourism and the effective conservation of marine and coastal ecosystems of Chiloe Island in southern Chile.
The Alfaguara (Blue Whale) Project has been internationally recognized for its contribution to the scientific knowledge of the species. In addition to Pacific Whale Foundation, project sponsors and supporters include Marisla Foundation, Global Greengrants Fund, Mohamed bin Zayed Species Conservation Fund, Cetacean Society International, and the Chilean Navy and Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
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Did you know that Jenga can be turned into a fun AND educational game? We’ll share our humpback whale version with you that you can recreate, or you can create your own unique version!
Find instructions and cards here
