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SUMMARY:Welcoming of the Whales
DESCRIPTION:The Festival of Whales Foundation and Ocean Institute invite you to a sunset welcoming of the whales ceremony by members of the local Acjachemen Nation out at the Marine Protected Area behind Ocean Institute.\nFollowing the beach ceremony\, a reception will be held inside the Ocean Institute.\nEvent festivities include food truck cuisine and drink for purchase\, music\, the Ocean Institute’s free interactive educational activities and displays\, and a movie screening.\nFestival of Whales merchandise will be available for purchase.\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				CLICK FOR FREE RSVP\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Learn More
URL:https://stage.oceaninstitute.org/event/welcoming-of-the-whales/
CATEGORIES:Festival Of Whales
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SUMMARY:Distinguished Speaker Series: Steve LaDochy
DESCRIPTION:Distinguished Speaker: Steve LaDochy\nDr. Steve LaDochy\, Professor Emeritus\, \nDept. of Geosciences & Environment \nCalifornia State University\, Los Angeles \nCome learn about extreme weather from an expert meteorologist and ask your questions! \nExplore extreme weather with an expert meteorologist! Talk tornadoes\, learn about lightning\, and seek out storms with us – learn about weather\, what goes into studying it\, and how to chase the storms!    \n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Friday\, April 15th \n6:00pm – 8:00pm \n$15  – General \n$10 – Sea Star and above members \nSea Star and above members: use coupon code speaker+member number (ex: speaker100101011) \n			\n				Tickets\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				ABOUT STEVE LADOCHY \nDr. Steve LaDochy has taught Geography for the past 51 years (17 years in Canada\, and over 30 years at CSULA). Originally from Los Angeles\, Steve came to CSULA where his father taught biology and his brother\, wife and daughters took classes. Here he taught over 30 different courses at undergraduate and graduate levels. He supervised several Master’s theses and helped many of his students gain research experience on his funded projects\, publishing their collaborations in over 40 articles and book chapters. Steve also spent 13 summers at the Jet Propulsion Laboratory\, NASA\, working with JPL scientists on California climate change and Pacific Ocean influences on west coast climate\, fog and air pollution. For 20 years\, Dr. LaDochy has also worked with K-12 teachers in the American Meteorological Society Project Datastreme\, mentoring over 150 teachers with college level online courses in meteorology\, oceanography and climate science. Steve also worked at the National Weather Service\, the LA County Air Pollution Control District and for Fritz Coleman\, KNBC\, preparing his weather forecasts. Steve enjoys biking\, tennis\, body surfing and traveling. \n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Additional Information: \nParking is free at the Ocean Institute in our main lot located at 24200 Dana Point Harbor Drive. \nYour ticket includes admission to the Speaker Series event for the date listed. \nLight snacks and refreshments are included in the ticket price.
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SUMMARY:Distinguished Speaker Series: Ari Friedlaender
DESCRIPTION:Distinguished Speaker: Ari Friedlaender\nWorld renowned whale researcher\, Ari Friedlaender\, will be sharing how he uses new technology to understand and conserve baleen whales in changing environments. \nCome learn from a whale expert and ask your questions! \nAri is an ecologist with a primary interest in understanding the relationship between the foraging behavior of marine mammals and their prey. He works on a wide range of marine mammal species including baleen and toothed whales and dolphins across a range of geographic regions. Ari has long-term ecological research projects ongoing in Alaska\, California\, Massachusetts\, North Carolina\, and Antarctica. He has helped in the development of tag technology and analytical and visualization tools to better understand the underwater movements and behaviors of marine mammals. \n       \n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Click to learn more at: Friedlaender Lab \n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Saturday\, March 5th \n4:00pm – 6:00pm \n$15  – General \n$10 – Sea Star and above members \nSea Star and above members: use coupon code speaker+member number (ex: speaker100101011) \n			\n				Tickets\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				ABOUT ARI FRIEDLAENDER \nFor his dissertation research\, Ari used geospatial tools to quantify how the distribution of cetaceans related to environmental variables in Antarctica. Ari’s lab focuses on developing new telemetry applications to elucidate the underwater behavior of marine mammals. In Antarctica\, Ari is part of the Long-Term Ecological Research program at Palmer Station to better understand the ecological roles of cetaceans in a rapidly changing environment. In Alaska and Massachusetts\, Ari’s research focuses on variability in the foraging strategies of humpback whales in relation to changes in their prey. In California\, Ari is part of the SoCal Behavioral Response Study to understand the impacts of anthropogenic sound on a variety of cetacean species. Along with this research\, Ari is an active member of the Society for Marine Mammalogy\, acting as an associate editor for Marine Mammal Science and serving on the Conservation Committee. Ari is also a principal investigator in the Southern Ocean Research Partnership to conduct non-lethal research on cetaceans in the Southern Ocean. \n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Additional Information: \nParking is free at the Ocean Institute in our main lot located at 24200 Dana Point Harbor Drive. \nYour ticket includes admission to the Speaker Series event for the date listed. \nLight snacks and refreshments are included in the ticket price. \n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				COVID POLICIES: \nStaff and participants must wear face masks. Ocean Institute has increased the frequency of sanitation on public surfaces – door handles\, restrooms\, etc. Restrooms are available on-site at the Ocean Institute. These areas will be disinfected before\, during\, and after use. There will be access to hand sanitizer and hand-washing stations. \nThe heath and safety of our guests\, staff\, and volunteers is and always has been of utmost importance to the Ocean Institute. We are constantly assessing the status of the State and the Orange County’s public health guidelines and making decisions related to the most up to date information from the center for disease control and OC Department of Health.
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SUMMARY:2022 Festival of Whales
DESCRIPTION:Dana Point Festival of Whales\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Join us on March 4\, 5 and 6\, 2022 in the dolphin & whale watching capital of the world for the 51st annual Dana Point Festival of Whales.\nOcean Institute is excited to celebrate festival of whales with distiguished speakers\, hands-on activities\, whale watching and more!\n			\n				FULL FESTIVAL SCHEDULE - FESTIVALOFWHALES.COM\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n					\n					\n					\n				\n				\n				\n					\n					\n					\n				\n				\n				\n					\n					\n					\n				\n				\n				\n					\n					\n					\n				\n				\n				\n					\n					\n					\n				\n				\n				\n					\n					\n					\n				\n				\n				\n					\n					\n					\n				\n				\n				\n					\n					\n					\n				\n				\n				\n					\n					\n					\n				\n				\n				\n					\n					\n					\n				\n				\n				\n					\n					\n					\n				\n				\n				\n					\n					\n					\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				SCHEDULE OF OCEAN INSTITUTE EVENTS\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				FRIDAY\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				4:45pm - Welcoming of the Whales Kickoff Ceremony and Reception\n				Welcoming of the Whales \nThe 51st Annual Festival of Whales will kick off with a sunset welcoming ceremony by members of the local Acjachemen Nation and a surfers’ paddle out at the Marine Protected Area beach behind the Ocean Institute. \nFollowing the beach ceremony\, a reception with guest speakers will be held inside the Ocean Institute. Speakers will include an update about Dana Point’s World Cetacean Alliance designation as the first and only Whale Heritage Site in the Americas\, and cetacean expert Dr. Ari Friedlaender\, \nThe event will include food trucks\, free non-alcoholic beverages\, and the Ocean Institute’s free interactive educational activities and displays. \n			\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				SATURDAY\nClick event for more info! \n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				10:00am - 12:30pm - Whale and Marine Life Tour\n				Join the Ocean Institute’s marine educators in exploring the ocean from top to bottom\, while searching for some of the world’s largest and smallest creatures during our 2.5-hour-long marine life exploration program. \nFirst\, learn how scientists identify the largest mammals on earth based on their unique characteristics by exploring our Marine Mammal Exhibit. Then\, embark on the R/V Sea Explorer to test your new knowledge as we search for whales\, dolphins\, and sea lions. Lastly\, assist the Ocean Institute staff in collecting samples of seafloor mud and the smallest organisms on earth — phytoplankton and zooplankton! We are pleased to provide the area’s only whale watching program that allows you to be a scientist for the day! \nTicket includes access to general admission for festival. \nPrice: \n$40/person over 3 y.o \nClick for tickets! \n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				10:00am - 3:00pm - General Admission\n				\n\n\nOcean Institute staff and volunteers stand ready to guide visitors through a wide range of experiences. From sounds of the sea\, to a horn shark touch tank\, intertidal touch tank\, and artifact exploration. \n\n\nSpecial Weekend Activities! \n\n\n\nDestination: Whale Fall\n\nExplore what happens after a whale dies and how it contributes to the ecosystem! You will pilot an ROV to see the different parts of a whale fall and learn about their important role.\n\n\nWhale Adaptations\n\nLearn about the wonders of whales from how they use blubber to stay warm to how some use echolocation to understand their surroundings. Whales have special adaptations to survive and you will get to try them out yourself!\n\n\nHow do you measure up?\n\nWe all know whales are big – but just how big? Compare your size to that of a whale and see just how impressive these giants are!\n\n\nResearch Tag Station\n\nLearn from an Antarctic whale researcher how they tag whales for their research. Then create a tag craft of your own!\n\n\nJr. Whale Researcher!\n\nEarn the mark of being a Jr. Whale Researcher by completing activities throughout the facility and earning your own special badge – inquire to learn more!\n\n\n\nTicket must be purchased for all individuals (adults and children). \nPricing: \nAdults: $15.00 \nSeniors: $10.00 \nKids: $7.50 \nMembers receive free admission: use code WEEKEND plus member number for member discount (Example: Weekend1010010) \nGeneral Admission includes the following activities & more! \nClick for tickets! \n\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				1:30pm - 4:00pm - Whale and Marine Life Tour\n				Join the Ocean Institute’s marine educators in exploring the ocean from top to bottom\, while searching for some of the world’s largest and smallest creatures during our 2.5-hour-long marine life exploration program. \nFirst\, learn how scientists identify the largest mammals on earth based on their unique characteristics by exploring our Marine Mammal Exhibit. Then\, embark on the R/V Sea Explorer to test your new knowledge as we search for whales\, dolphins\, and sea lions. Lastly\, assist the Ocean Institute staff in collecting samples of seafloor mud and the smallest organisms on earth — phytoplankton and zooplankton! We are pleased to provide the area’s only whale watching program that allows you to be a scientist for the day! \nTicket includes access to general admission for festival. \nPrice: \n$40/person over 3 y.o \nClick for tickets! \n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				4:00pm - 6:00pm - Distinguished Speaker Series: Ari Friedlaender\n				Ari is an ecologist with a primary interest in understanding the relationship between the foraging behavior of marine mammals and their prey. He works on a wide range of marine mammal species including baleen and toothed whales and dolphins across a range of geographic regions. Ari has long-term ecological research projects ongoing in Alaska\, California\, Massachusetts\, North Carolina\, and Antarctica. He has helped in the development of tag technology and analytical and visualization tools to better understand the underwater movements and behaviors of marine mammals. \nPricing: \n$15  – General \n$10 – Sea Star and above members \nSea Star and above members: use coupon code speaker+member number (ex: speaker100101011) \nClick for tickets! \n			\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				SUNDAY\nClick event for more info! \n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				9:00am - 11:00am - Stand up to Trash: Community Beach Clean-up\n				Stand Up to Trash Beach Cleanup \nCheck in at the front of the Ocean Institute to sign up and get supplies (bags\, buckets and grabbers). \nWe encourage the “BYOB” philosophy (bring your own bucket or reusable bag\, reusable gloves\, water bottle or coffee cup) to help reduce any additional waste\, but collection supplies will be available at check in. \nThen you’re free to roam the beach\, ocean or surrounding areas to clean on your own – or make it a fun group project with friends and family. \nPre-registration at www.standuptotrash.com is encouraged. \n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				10:00am - 12:30pm - Whale and Marine Life Tour\n				Join the Ocean Institute’s marine educators in exploring the ocean from top to bottom\, while searching for some of the world’s largest and smallest creatures during our 2.5-hour-long marine life exploration program. \nFirst\, learn how scientists identify the largest mammals on earth based on their unique characteristics by exploring our Marine Mammal Exhibit. Then\, embark on the R/V Sea Explorer to test your new knowledge as we search for whales\, dolphins\, and sea lions. Lastly\, assist the Ocean Institute staff in collecting samples of seafloor mud and the smallest organisms on earth — phytoplankton and zooplankton! We are pleased to provide the area’s only whale watching program that allows you to be a scientist for the day! \nTicket includes access to general admission for festival. \nPrice: \n$40/person over 3 y.o \nClick for tickets! \n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				10:00am - 3:00pm - General Admission\n				\n\n\nOcean Institute staff and volunteers stand ready to guide visitors through a wide range of experiences. From sounds of the sea\, to a horn shark touch tank\, intertidal touch tank\, and artifact exploration. \n\n\nSpecial Weekend Activities! \n\n\n\nDestination: Whale Fall\n\nExplore what happens after a whale dies and how it contributes to the ecosystem! You will pilot an ROV to see the different parts of a whale fall and learn about their important role.\n\n\nWhale Adaptations\n\nLearn about the wonders of whales from how they use blubber to stay warm to how some use echolocation to understand their surroundings. Whales have special adaptations to survive and you will get to try them out yourself!\n\n\nHow do you measure up?\n\nWe all know whales are big – but just how big? Compare your size to that of a whale and see just how impressive these giants are!\n\n\nResearch Tag Station\n\nLearn from an Antarctic whale researcher how they tag whales for their research. Then create a tag craft of your own!\n\n\nJr. Whale Researcher!\n\nEarn the mark of being a Jr. Whale Researcher by completing activities throughout the facility and earning your own special badge – inquire to learn more!\n\n\n\nTicket must be purchased for all individuals (adults and children). \nPricing: \nAdults: $15.00 \nSeniors: $10.00 \nKids: $7.50 \nMembers receive free admission: use code WEEKEND plus member number for member discount (Example: Weekend1010010) \nGeneral Admission includes the following activities & more! \nClick for tickets! \n\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				1:30pm - 4:00pm - Whale and Marine Life Tour\n				Join the Ocean Institute’s marine educators in exploring the ocean from top to bottom\, while searching for some of the world’s largest and smallest creatures during our 2.5-hour-long marine life exploration program. \nFirst\, learn how scientists identify the largest mammals on earth based on their unique characteristics by exploring our Marine Mammal Exhibit. Then\, embark on the R/V Sea Explorer to test your new knowledge as we search for whales\, dolphins\, and sea lions. Lastly\, assist the Ocean Institute staff in collecting samples of seafloor mud and the smallest organisms on earth — phytoplankton and zooplankton! We are pleased to provide the area’s only whale watching program that allows you to be a scientist for the day! \nTicket includes access to general admission for festival. \nPrice: \n$40/person over 3 y.o \nClick for tickets! \n			\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				SPECIAL EXPERIENCES\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				WHALE AND MARINE LIFE TOUR\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Join our crew for an experience you will never forget. \nYour 2-1/2-hour adventure aboard the RV Sea Explorer\, Ocean Institute’s 65’ research vessel\, takes you miles beyond the Dana Point Harbor jetty in search of  marine mammals such as migrating Blue whales; large schools of playful Dolphin; the impressive sunfish known as Mola; and sleek harbor seals and sea lions. \nIn addition\, Ocean Institute’s professional naturalists are on hand to introduce you to the lifestyles of ocean creatures that frequent the waters off Dana Point. Hands-on activities include sorting through mud samples from the ocean floor\, as well as trawling for Plankton. \nOur cruises are safe and fun for the entire family\, and everyone will learn something new about our oceans and the life within. \nPrice: \n$40/person over 3 y.o \n			\n				Tickets\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				DISTINGUISHED SPEAKER: ARI FRIEDLAENDER\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Let’s Talk about Whales! \nJoin us on land for a light breakfast and a chance to learn more about shore finding\, interact with marine mammal artifacts\, and learn about the species that call our coastline home! This is perfect for families or those who’d prefer to keep both feet on steady ground. \nAdults: $20 \nKids: $15 \nTicket includes access to general admission for festival. \n			\n				Tickets\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Request More Information\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n Your Name*\n \n \n Your Email*\n \n \n Subject*\n \n \n Your Message\n \n \n\n	Captcha 8 + 2 = \n	 \n\n\n Δ
URL:https://stage.oceaninstitute.org/event/festival-of-whales/
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