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  • Ocean Store
  • Book an EcoTour
  • Donate
  • Whale Watch
  • What We Do
    • Research
      • Research Locations
      • Publications & References
      • Photo Donations
      • Annual Research Report
      • What’s New with Research?
      • High Impact Research Projects
    • Education
      • Ocean Camps (Grades 2-8)
      • Keiki Whalewatch
      • Ocean Career Quest
      • Ocean Education Resources
    • Conservation
      • 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
      • Mālama Pono
      • Maui Fire Recovery
      • For Da Keiki
      • Partnerships
    • CLICK TO VIEW
  • Why We Do It
    • Five Major ThreatsOur programs work to mitigate the 5 major threats to whales and dolphins identified through ongoing research.
      • Vessel Collisions
      • Unsustainable Tourism
      • Marine Plastic Pollution
      • Bycatch
      • Climate Change
    • Learn
      • Documentaries
      • Blog
    • CLICK TO VIEW
  • 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.
    • CLICK TO VIEW
  • 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
    • CLICK TO VIEW
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