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A woman with gray hair, sunglasses, and a blue scarf, waving and smiling in a lively outdoor area with colorful buildings and people walking in the background.

A woman smiling at an event promoting whale conservation, standing in front of a mannequin of a dolphin, with a marina and boats in the background, under a banner that reads 'Save the Whales'.

Two women smiling and leaning on a railing behind a large banner at WhaleFest Monterey 2025, scheduled for April 12-13, 2025, at Old Fisherman's Wharf, promoting inspiration, education, exploration, and empowerment.

Surfrider Foundation at Whalefest 2025

📸 Thank you Harry! Photos credit to Harry Parker at the 2025 Whalefest Monterey.

Tyler Williamson, Mayor of Monterey (right)

Three people standing in front of a blue Surfrider Foundation tent at an outdoor event, smiling for the camera. The group includes two men and one woman, all dressed casually, with event booths and a building in the background.

People at an outdoor event under blue tents for the Surfrider Foundation, with two individuals standing in front of a table, smiling, on a brick-paved area on a sunny day.

Three people standing in front of a Surfrider Foundation booth at an outdoor event on a sunny day, with tents and other attendees in the background.

Group of people at a Surfrider Foundation booth at an outdoor event on a sunny day, standing under a blue canopy tent.

A group of people gathered around a table under a blue canopy at an outdoor event, discussing and exploring ocean-friendly products and information.

A woman is at a booth with ocean-themed items on a table, talking to two women. The booth has water bottles and informational sign cards. People are walking around in a sunny outdoor event with tents and booths.

2025 Whalefest Monterey

📸 Thank you Jody! Photos credit to Jody Hansen at the 2025 Whalefest Monterey.

Three people in costumes posing together outdoors: one dressed as a blue and white fish, another as a red lobster, and the third as a smiling white crab with a bowtie, all standing on a paved area.

Congressman Jimmy Panetta and MOnterey City Councilmember Jean Rasch pictured above

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People at a booth promoting WhaleFest Monterey 2025, with merchandise and informational materials, under a pink canopy outside at an event.

People examining samples through microscopes at an outdoor science event with informational displays and tents.

People gather outside a blue building with a sign reading 'Abalonetti Bar & Grill.' Two American flags are flying above the building. The sky is partly cloudy, and there are outdoor tables with blue umbrellas.

A woman is holding a photo board featuring a drawing of a sea otter with her face showing through a cutout. The drawing depicts a sea otter floating on water with kelp around it and has text promoting respect for their space and behavior. The backgro

A man wearing a wide-brimmed hat, glasses, a gray sweatshirt, blue jeans, and gray sneakers is painting a seascape on a canvas set on an easel. He is outdoors on a wooden pier, with art supplies and a backpack on the ground nearby.

People at an outdoor event at a booth with a sign that says "Monterey Interpreters". The booth has pamphlets and a black dog lying on a table. Several tents and individuals walking around are visible in the background on a sunny day.

Two women painting on easels by a marina with boats in the background.

Woman with a wide-brimmed straw hat, painting on a small canvas outdoors near a water marina.

People gathered around a Marine Life Studies informational booth at an outdoor event, with children and adults engaging with the displays and exhibits under a blue canopy.

People at an outdoor event visiting a booth with a green canopy that reads 'PGMuseum.org @PGMuseum.' There are tables with items for sale and informational materials, with a blue sky and trees in the background.

A woman standing behind an outdoor booth with an orange tablecloth labeled 'MEarth'. The table displays informational materials, a red yarn ball, stones, and a carrot. Tents and people are visible in the background at an outdoor event.

An outdoor event with two tents, one blue and one red, labeled 'Volunteer Check In.' There are people sitting and standing around tables with banners promoting the WhaleFest Monterey 2025 event, which is happening on April 12 and 13, 2025. The backgr

People attending an outdoor event with vendor booths set up in front of a historic building, with tents and tables displaying various information and items.

A booth for Ventana Wildlife Society at an outdoor event with people walking around. The booth has a colorful striped tablecloth and a blue canopy with white text. There are QR codes on display, and two people standing behind the table talking to a y

A woman and a man are selling colorful crafts at a table covered with a vibrant striped cloth at an outdoor market. The woman is explaining something to a young girl with curly hair.

A red and white outrigger canoe with Maori-style swirl patterns, labeled 'Hu Ka Makani 127', displayed on brick pavement during a cultural event with tents and people in the background.

Outdoor event with a booth for saveourshores.org, featuring a large spinning wheel, tables, and people walking around on a brick-paved area with trees.

A four-panel display board with artwork and poems about whales, set up outdoors at a community event. The display features drawings of whales, starry backgrounds, and handwritten poetic texts.

A group of people at an outdoor event with tents and banners, including a man with curly hair and sunglasses talking at a booth about whales, with a woman in a green vest listening. The banner behind them reads 'If the humans die, we die' and mention

Outdoor booth for Camp SEA Lab with photos, brochures, and educational materials, at a community event in a plaza with people walking around.

People using microscopes at an outdoor science event, with informational posters and equipment on tables.

A group of people interacting under a Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary tent at an outdoor event on a sunny day with brick pavement.

People gathered at an outdoor exhibit with informational posters and displays about marine life, including research on whales and dolphins. Several tents and banners from marine and environmental organizations are visible in the background.

A woman is explaining her craft projects to a group of people at an outdoor market or fair. The table displays various rocks, shells, and a piece of honeycomb, with tents and people in the background on a sunny day.

A group of five people standing around a table at an outdoor market or event. Two men are engaged in conversation while a woman and two children stand nearby. Tents and trees are in the background.

A group of people at an outdoor event talking to a woman at a booth that promotes marine biology research. The booth displays seashells, starfish, and other marine specimens. A sign indicates an open house at Moss Landing Laboratories on April 26th.

A man and a child at a booth with a sign that reads "Jorgensen Lab at CSUMB Ocean Predator Ecology." The man is standing with one hand on his hip, wearing a black hoodie and blue jeans. The child is wearing a virtual reality headset and standing near

Outdoor market with tents and people on a brick-paved plaza, various tents have banners and displays, some people are walking and some are talking, buildings can be seen in the background under a partly cloudy sky.

Group of five people performing on a stage outdoors, with one person speaking into a microphone, two women with musical instruments, and a scenic background of trees, flowers, and water.

Woman wearing a blue jacket standing at a booth with a sign that reads "Moss Landing Marine Laboratories," holding a snack and another food item, with tables, chairs, and assorted supplies around.

Outdoor cultural festival featuring traditional Hawaiian outrigger canoe displays and booths, with people browsing and a dog pulling a small cart.

Display of fossilized bones, skulls, and skeletons under a tent at an outdoor exhibit, with several people observing and discussing.

Exhibition tent featuring a display of whale bones and skeletons, with informational posters and visitors observing.

White building with turquoise doors and window frames, blue banner advertising Whalefest, black lamppost, tree with green leaves, and people walking on sidewalk.

A woman with glasses and a brown sweater holding a marine animal shell, looking at her phone, with several other people around, at an outdoor event on a sunny day.

Outdoor event with white and blue tents and booths set up on a brick-paved area, with a large blue banner that reads 'WHALEWATCH' on the left, during a clear day with trees and buildings in the background.

People gathered at a table outside a blue building with glass windows, some engaging in activities or looking at items on the table under blue and string lights.

People at an outdoor booth with a red canopy, selling merchandise like T-shirts and hats. Several people are looking at items or talking, and there are books and promotional materials on the table.

An outdoor jazz concert with a band performing under a white canopy, an audience seated and standing, a marina with sailboats in the background, and cloudy sky.

Woman painting on a canvas outdoors with a palette and brushes, set up on an easel, wearing a black jacket, gloves, and a visor, in front of red buildings and a wooden fence.

A street scene at a seaside town with colorful buildings and flags overhead. People are walking, and there is a signboard listing activities like whale watching, gyotaku, origami, and more.

Group of children and adults gathered around a small inflatable pool filled with water, where a man is pouring water with a red bucket. The scene takes place outdoors near a marina on a sunny day.

A woman giving a presentation in front of a large screen displaying information about phytoplankton and glass houses, with an audience watching.

2025 Whalefest Monterey

📸 Thank you Wendy! Photos credit to Wendy Brickman at the 2025 Whalefest Monterey.

Person dressed in a red lobster costume with large eyes and a golden crown, standing outdoors on a sunny day in a park area.

Two smiling people, a woman and a man, standing outdoors near a tall blue banner for the Fisherman's Wharf Association with a whale graphic, in front of pink buildings and a lighthouse, on a sunny day.

Tyler Williamson, Mayor of Monterey (above, right)

Two young men standing outdoors on a boardwalk, one dressed as a whale and the other in a burgundy polo shirt, with souvenir shops and colorful flags in the background.

A white boat named 'General Purpose' docked in a harbor with other boats in the background, water, and a shoreline.

A woman holding a microphone interviews a man near a marina with sailboats docked in the background.

A man in a suit and sunglasses speaking to the media, with a camera crew recording him at a seaside location with a pier and building in the background.

Two young people at an outdoor table setting up materials for a whale origami activity, with one standing and smiling and the other sitting and smiling on a sunny day.

Young woman with long dark hair smiling at a table outside a teal building, wearing a blue T-shirt with a sunset design and a lanyard. The table has information and merchandise, with a white plastic chair nearby, and string lights above. There is a w

Man in chef uniform at a seafood stall with signs advertising a calamari cooking demo, crab, and clam chowder, with octopus photo, under striped awning.

A man in a white chef's coat preparing seafood at an outdoor food demo stand. Signs indicate it's a calamaris cooking demo at 2:30 PM, with a poster showing a person holding a squid. The stand has a checkered tablecloth and a sign advertising crab ho

Person dressed as a blue and white dolphin costume standing next to a woman in pink hoodie smiling and giving a thumbs-up at an outdoor shopping or dining area with other people seated at tables and colorful buildings in the background.

Two women smiling in front of a building with sailing banners, with boats and an outdoor event setup visible in the background.

Two young men controlling underwater robots with remote controls at an outdoor event, with a large water tank, blue tent, trees, and houses in the background.

A woman is speaking into a microphone under a white canopy tent at an outdoor event. Behind her on a stage, four musicians are sitting with music stands, and a marina with sailboats is visible in the background. Several people are seated nearby, and

A man speaking into a microphone on an outdoor stage under a white canopy, with musicians and instruments, near a marina with boats and sailboats, and blooming plants in the background.

A marching band performing outdoors under a cloudy sky, with members dressed in yellow jackets and black hats, seated and standing with musical instruments, near white tents and trees.

Two women are standing on a dock near boats, one dressed in a bee costume and the other in casual clothing with a vest, smiling at the camera with a body of water and trees in the background.

Three people dressed in Halloween costumes standing on a dock near boats, with a clear blue sky and trees in the background. Two are wearing squid hats, one in green and the other in blue, and the third is dressed as a ghost with sunglasses.

Two women in navy U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary jackets and caps at an outdoor informational booth with brochures. One woman in foreground is reading a brochure, and a table with a banner reads 'United States Coast Guard, Flotilla 6-4 Monterey'.

A group of five people at an outdoor event under tents, with one person pointing. The group includes four women and one man, with various items and merchandise on the tables.

Outdoor event with multiple tents and booths, including a blue tent labeled 'campseallab.org,' and attendees walking around, some engaging with exhibits and tables.

People engaging at an outdoor educational booth with scientific equipment and a blue canopy, with a woman in sunglasses talking to a young man, while an elderly woman with a large hat looks at materials.

A woman in a black jacket talks to a group of people at an outdoor booth with a blue tablecloth, under a canopy. The table has informational materials and containers on it. The group, consisting of young adults, listens attentively. In the background

People gather at a Santa Catalina School booth at an outdoor event, with various tents and trees in the background.

A woman and a girl sit on the ground at Fisherman's Wharf, Monterey, interacting. There is a sign nearby listing activities such as whale watching, octopus art, and origami. People walk in the background, with shops and festival decorations visible.

Outdoor market or festival with tents and booths, people browsing and talking, in an urban setting with residential and hotel buildings in the background.

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Poster for WhaleFest Monterey 2024 events at Fisherman's Wharf, featuring a large whale leaping out of the ocean with text details about the event dates, times, location, and activities.

People participating in a street parade for Whalefest Monterey 2023, with some in costumes and others waving a banner that reads 'Whalefest Monterey 2023.' Spectators watch from the sides of the street as trees, flags, and buildings line the backgrou

A person dressed in a fish costume with a sash reading 'SaveTheWhales.org' walking on a brick sidewalk, with a U.S. Coast Guard boat and several people in uniform in the background.

People participating in a parade dressed in costumes, including a person in a banana costume and another in a marshmallow costume, along a retail street with onlookers on the sidewalk.

A woman standing outdoors next to a sign and a large, inflatable red octopus sculpture. The woman is wearing glasses, an orange puffer jacket, blue jeans, and holding a phone. The sign encourages taking selfies with the octopus and provides instructi

Group of people inside a tunnel with a large art display of a fluffy object resembling a horned animal and a hand holding a pink object hanging from the ceiling.

A colorful wheel with questions about whales, with bird illustrations inside and around it, set up at an outdoor event under tents.

People standing at an outdoor event booth with a blue tablecloth, under a white canopy, displaying MBARI branding. A dog on a leash, and a person with a grey hoodie, and another in a red jacket, are present.

An outdoor event with a blue canopy tent and a table promoting whale conservation. The table has informational materials and the website 'SaveTheWhales.org.' Several people are gathered around, some looking at whale exhibits or displays.

People gathered around an outdoor booth with a blue 'Surfrider Foundation' canopy, engaging in conversation during a rainy day event.

Two women stand behind a booth at an outdoor event. The booth displays information about whales and the American Cetacean Society. The woman on the left is smiling, giving a thumbs-up, and wearing glasses, a blue whale-themed shirt, and a green jacke

Display booth for the American Cetacean Society Monterey Bay Chapter, featuring whale photographs, posters about whale seasons and conservation, whale models, and informational materials on marine mammals.

A person dressed in an alligator costume with an open mouth, smiling, at an outdoor event with tents and people.

A woman being interviewed on a pier by a news crew with a boat and water in the background on an overcast day.

A woman being interviewed by a male reporter with a microphone, with a camera and a male cameraman filming on a cloudy day near the water with boats and a pier in the background.

A group of people gathered around a small inflatable kiddie pool on a wet surface, watching a young girl in a blue outfit and cap playing a game inside the pool, with some spectators taking photos or recording videos.

Outdoor booth for 'Save Our Shores' with a woman standing behind a table under a blue canopy, wet brick ground, other booths in the background, and informational materials on the table.

A man wearing a shark costume headpiece standing next to a blue whale informational poster at an outdoor event.

People gathered around a booth at an outdoor event under a mint green canopy with 'Monterey Museum of Art' written on it. The booth displays various art supplies and pieces, with children and adults engaging in activities. The ground is made of red b

An outdoor display booth with two smiling women and a whale skull inside a tent. The booth has photo identification charts of whale fins and tails, and whale-related props like a whale model and a buoy. The setting is in front of a building with larg

People at an outdoor booth for the California Killer Whale Project, with a table displaying brochures, artwork, and a blue box, under tents on a brick-paved area, with parked vehicles and trees in the background.

Group of people at an outdoor event under tents, with a table labeled 'California Killer Whale Project' displaying informational materials, in a plaza with brick pavement, trees, and parked cars in the background.

Children and adults participating in a fish-printing activity at a booth with craft supplies and fish images.

People walking on a dock by boats and sailboats in a harbor with cloudy sky.

Two women sitting at a booth with California Coastal Commission informational materials and promotional items, outdoors at an event. One woman is wearing a tan jacket and beanie, and the other is wearing a black jacket and sunglasses, both smiling.

A group of children dressed in colorful costumes performing a dance or song outdoors, with some holding microphones. In the background, there is a two-story building with a sign that reads 'Rockfish Harbor Grill,' and an audience watching from the up

Person in a penguin costume standing outdoors near water with boats docked in the background.

An outdoor jazz band performing under a large white canopy, with a bandleader in front conducting. The band members are playing various wind instruments, with music stands in front of them. There are some onlookers seated nearby and behind the canopy

A group of women dressed in traditional Hawaiian attire dancing outdoors near a marina, with a crowd watching their performance, in a coastal town.

2023 Whalefest Monterey

Poster for Whale Fest Monterey 2023 with a large whale illustration, event details, and sponsor logos.

Parade in a small town with people dressed in costumes, including a person in a shark suit and others in whale costumes, carrying a banner for Whalefest Monterey 2023, with a crowd of spectators watching.

People participating in a parade, dressed in festive costumes including a person in a marshmallow costume and another in a dolphin onesie, with onlookers sitting and standing along the sidewalk, some waving and cheering.

People walking and standing near booths at an outdoor event by a marina with boats and yachts, under a cloudy sky.

A French Bulldog puppy dressed in a blue shark costume with fins and a dorsal fin, standing on a brick surface with a smiling woman in the background.

Dog dressed in a blue dinosaur costume with a dorsal fin and white teeth, sitting on brick pavement, with a person pushing a stroller in the background.

A musician performing outdoors with a microphone, guitar, and amplifier on a sidewalk in front of shops, including Candies and Candyland, during daytime.

A group of people performing at an outdoor event under a white canopy, with a scenic marina and mountains in the background. Some are dancing, including a woman in a black tank top and red sneakers, and others are standing or sitting nearby.

Group of people dancing and exercising under a white canopy outdoors with boats and mountains in the background.

People, including children, gathered around a table setting up a science activity involving colorful paints and a fish.

A booth for the Surfrider Foundation Monterey with a blue tablecloth and sign, standing outdoors on a brick plaza with other tents and people around, under cloudy skies.

A marina with numerous sailboats and yachts docked, a large gray boat with a woman in a blue jacket and a person in a black cap standing on its deck, and cloudy skies overhead.

People walking on a dock with boats in a marina, one person wearing a red crab costume, and a modern building with large windows on the right.

A marina filled with sailboats and yachts docked at the piers. The sky is partly cloudy with patches of blue visible.

2022 Whalefest Monterey

Poster for Walfest Monterey 2022, a free event at Old Fisherman's Wharf on March 19 and 20, 11am to 5pm, featuring marine-related activities, celebrating marine sanctuaries and the marine life industry, with images of two whales.

A wooden pier along the water with buildings, shops, and restaurants with outdoor seating, some people seated, sailboats docked in the harbor, and banners advertising a whale festival and local TV stations.

People dressed in crab and lobster costumes at an outdoor event, with tents and booths in the background.

Person dressed in a red lobster costume with a golden crown standing next to a person in a blue and white fish costume on a rainy street.

People in costumes at an outdoor event near a booth labeled 'Sustainable Solutions,' with a flag for Surfrider Foundation, overcast sky, and a small crowd in the background.

A woman interviews two people dressed in crab and shark costumes at an outdoor event on a street decorated with flags and banners. Several pedestrians walk in the background.

Poster promoting Whale Fest Monterey 2022 event at Fisherman's Wharf, featuring a whale and the event details, with crab symbol at top, set in an outdoor public space.

Outdoor event with multiple tents and people walking and biking, sign advertising whale festival exhibits in a coastal town on a bright, sunny day.

People at an outdoor event at a waterfront, discussing an Ocean Friendly Restaurants handout listing participating eateries.

A woman is being interviewed by a reporter outside a building. The woman and a man are wearing dark jackets, and there is a news camera and microphone pointed at the woman. The scene is outdoors with trees and a cloudy sky.

Two women are looking at marine biology exhibit items, including a large whale bone, a curved baleen, and a jaw fragment, displayed on a table outside a yellow building with posters about whales and water activities.

A woman in a light blue uniform interacts with a man at an outdoor booth during a rainy day. The booth has posters, rocks, and jars on the table. An umbrella provides cover, and a colorful building with signs is visible in the background.

A cameraman films at an outdoor booth about pollution prevention with a banner that reads 'Only You Can Prevent Plastic Pollution'. The booth has signs, a chalkboard, and supplies related to environmental awareness.

A man in a green hoodie holding flyers and smiling at an outdoor event near a booth with a sign that says 'PLASTIC POLLUTION,' with a wave of people and trees in the background.

People gathered at an outdoor booth promoting the Surfrider Foundation, with a blue canopy, various informational displays, and a sign emphasizing pollution prevention.

Outdoor marketplace with tents and tables, people browsing, on a brick-paved area near a historic-looking building with balconies and lampposts, overcast sky.

Man playing keyboard outdoors in front of a building with a banner reading "Custom House Museum & Gift Shop" under a sunny sky.

Man standing at an outdoor table with waste management information and recycling brochures, beside a green container and a solar panel waste collection device labeled 'Land Litter'.

Group of four people at an outdoor marine conservation event, with a banner encouraging ocean, whale, and dolphin protection in the background. A woman in a blue shirt is holding a plastic dolphin model, and there are various marine animal bones and

Five people standing behind a table with educational materials about Monterey Bay stormwater and the Monterey Sea Stormwater Education Alliance at an outdoor event.

A detailed model landscape of a coastal area with roads, bridges, houses, water, and small figurines, displayed on a table with a blue cover.

People gathered around a science booth at an outdoor event, with a woman demonstrating science activities under a blue canopy, and signs promoting Camp SEA Lab in the background.

Two women sitting at a booth with a blue tablecloth at an outdoor event, promoting California Coast and Ocean conservation. The woman on the left is wearing a beanie and a tan jacket, and the woman on the right is wearing sunglasses and a black jacke

Flyer for the Climate Video Challenge, targeting California middle and high school students, encouraging participation with a QR code and website link.

A woman sitting on a bench by the water, wearing a face mask, sunglasses, and a black jacket, giving a thumbs up, with boats, a tree, and buildings in the background.

Three women wearing masks and sitting at a table outdoors in front of informational posters and animal specimens, including a stuffed otter, a plush otter, and a duck, during an outdoor event with other booths and people in the background.

Three women sit behind a table at an outdoor event, representing Elkhorn Slough National Estuarine Research Reserve. The table displays animal pelts, skulls, and educational materials about wildlife, with some people and stalls visible in the backgro

A man sitting at an outdoor table with craft items and artwork displayed on it, wearing sunglasses, a wide-brimmed hat, and a pink shirt, with booths and tables in the background.

Outdoor booth with the banner reading 'CATALINA SWIMMING' at a community event. Several people are browsing through plants and promotional materials under tents, with more tents and people visible in the background on a sunny day.

Three women standing behind a table with educational materials about California's killer whales at an outdoor event.

Four people standing in front of an outdoor booth with banners and tables, promoting Sea Shepherd conservation efforts. The booth includes a large banner with an image of a whale and a table with informational materials. The setting appears to be a s

Two women standing at a Sea Otter Savvy booth outdoors on a sunny day, with one woman holding a large sea otter pelt. The booth has a sign with the organization's name and contact information, and displays various books and materials on conservation.

Girl standing in front of a booth at a fair or event, with posters and informational materials about sustainability and ocean conservation background, under a blue canopy.

A man standing under a white canopy tent at a watersports event, with sailboats on display behind him and a banner for the Monterey Peninsula Yacht Club. The table has various items including a chessboard and papers, and the man is smiling at the cam

People walking along a waterfront park with large trees and colorful buildings on a pier in the background on a sunny day.

People at a volunteer check-in booth near a marina under clear blue skies, with tents and bicycles in the background.

A man wearing sunglasses standing behind a counter at a seafood stand with signs for hot dogs, clam chowder, and other seafood items. The counter has various bottled drinks and a loaf of bread.

Children's watercolor paintings displayed on a table covered with blue cloth, with backpacks and cups nearby in a storefront or outdoor setting.

Group of people participating in a paint activity at an outdoor table covered with a blue tablecloth, with paint containers, brushes, and paper, near a wooden building.

A smiling young woman and a man sitting at a booth outside a yellow building, with baked goods and hand-decorated cookies on display, under a canopy.

Wooden display case with panels of decorated cookies shaped like whales, anchors, and ocean-themed designs, for sale at an outdoor market.

People standing in front of a booth at an outdoor event, with

Group of five people standing behind a table with a blue display board at an outdoor event, with the ocean and sailboats in the background.

Group of five people standing behind a table at an outdoor event, promoting water conservation and pollution prevention, with signs, banners, and educational materials.

People at an outdoor event browsing educational display about ocean pollution and plastics.

A group of people gathered around an outdoor booth under a blue tent with banners that read "Surfrider Foundation". The booth appears to be promoting ocean conservation and related activities. Some individuals are talking to the booth representatives

At an outdoor event, a woman holding a small dog is talking to a woman behind a booth. The booth shows various informational pamphlets and items related to dogs. Several people are walking around, some looking at the booths. The scene is on a sunny d

Outdoor event with tents labeled 'California State Parks Monterey District' and 'Cougars', with people gathered and some wearing jackets, on a rainy day.

An outdoor event with a blue canopy tent labeled 'Santa Catalina Swimming' and banners promoting ocean conservation. There are people, including a girl wearing a Catalina hoodie and another person in a green jacket with rain boots, browsing plants an

Outdoor event booth for California Killer Whale Project with a table, informational poster, and staff. Two people are talking to a woman at the booth. Tents and tables are visible in the background.

Sea Shepherd Conservation Society booth at an outdoor event with banners, a table displaying information and promotional materials, and several people engaging with the representatives.

Woman smiling at a California Coastal Commission booth under a blue canopy, with a table decorated with coastal-themed items, a sunflower-shaped umbrella, and a California license plate reading "My Coast."

Group of people at a Marine Life Studies booth with tables displaying information about ocean and marine conservation, dolphins, whales, and orcas, outdoors with trees and blue sky in the background.

People at an outdoor science camp booth with a blue canopy, some engaged in science activities, and a table displaying the website 'www.sservcamp.org' with logos of science organizations and space-themed decorations.

People at an outdoor event with recycling and pollution awareness booths. A girl with curly hair watches a display about ocean pollution, while a boy looks at the booth. Several adults are nearby, and there are trees, sailboats, and a blue sky in the

A display about ocean pollution at Monterey State Historic Park, featuring a colorful poster with illustrations of marine creatures like a whale and a turtle, and the message to keep the oceans clean.

An outdoor educational event where a man in a black mask is explaining to children about marine mammals, with a display board showing photos of marine animals like whales and seals.

A fabric sign at an outdoor event with the message 'ONLY YOU can PREVENT PLASTIC POLLUTION' and an illustration of a bear's face. Several people are visible in the background near a blue tent and brick pathway.

Table with a blue tablecloth displaying the website www.ssrovcamp.org, logos of NSF, NASA, G-DEV, and ROV Day Camp, along with various science and robotics items, including a yellow frame robot and a small remote-controlled vehicle.

An outdoor display table with pictures and information about marine life, including whales and sharks, set against a marina with boats and a restaurant with outdoor seating.

Group of people gathered at a booth with a blue canopy that reads 'Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary'. The booth has informational materials, and the scene is outdoors with trees and buildings in the background.

A booth at a marina with informational posters about orcas and marine conservation, with two women sitting behind it, one speaking to the other, and boats docked in the background.

Wooden pier extending over water with buildings and shops on it, including signs for candy shop and general store, with outdoor seating and umbrellas, and rocks in the water nearby.

Two men stand in front of a classroom and hold a panoramic photograph of a cityscape. The audience is seated, watching the presentation. One man wears a face mask, glasses, and a suit, while the other has a gray beard, is smiling, and wears a jacket.

A woman standing at a podium with a microphone, in front of a poster that says 'Wildfest Monterey' with a whale graphic.

A man standing at a podium giving a speech, with a large screen displaying 'Seafood Watch' and 'Monterey Bay Aquarium' behind him.

A man gives a presentation in a conference room with attendees seated and listening. There is a poster on the wall with a whale illustration and text, and a large screen displaying a blue graphic.

A man giving a presentation in front of an audience, with a screen displaying a whale and text about celebrating 50 years of National Marine Sanctuaries.

A man standing at a podium giving a presentation on drones, with a large screen behind him displaying the title 'Game of Drones' and the phrase 'Automation is Coming.' Audience members are seated facing the presenter.

A man giving a presentation about Portuguese pioneers in California, specifically shore whaling in Monterey from 1854 to 1904, at an indoor conference. The screen displays a blue PowerPoint slide with the title and a subtitle, and the speaker is stan

A man speaking at a podium during a conference, with a large screen displaying a presentation titled 'A Game of Drones: Advancing Discovery and Innovation in Coastal Research.' The screen shows images of coastal scenes and drone activities, along wit

Monterey Bay Boats

Monterey Bay is home to many unique boats. From fishing to research and rescue to protection, come see some of these boats at Whalefest.

The Sheila B. research vessel. Photo credit to https://www.upwell.org/news/2023/2/8/a-brief-history-of-the-rv-sheila-b

Whale Watch Trip in Monterey Bay

📸 Photos credit to John Petrovich. Some amazing shot from his whale watch trip.

Three humpback whales breach the water near a whale-watching boat filled with passengers, in a gray sky setting.

A whale's tail rising out of the ocean with a distant landmass in the background.

A humpback whale breaching the water with seagulls flying nearby in a foggy ocean

A whale's tail fin emerging from the ocean surface.

A whale breaching the surface of the ocean with seagulls flying above it in a foggy sea

A whale breaching the surface of the ocean with water splashing around it, under a cloudy, foggy sky.

A humpback whale breaching out of the water in the ocean, with water splashing around it and a foggy sky in the background.

Whale watching boat with people observing three humpback whales breaching near the surface of the water, some whales have their tails visible.

Monterey Bay Ocean Friends

A sea otter floating on water holding a purple sea urchin.

A close-up of a sea otter floating on water, resting its head on its paws with its eyes partly closed.

A seal swimming in the ocean, with only its head visible above the water surface.

A speckled gray and black seal floating in blue water with its head turned towards the camera.

Rocky shoreline with clear tidal pool, red starfish, shells, and rocks under a bright blue sky.

Three otters floating on their backs in the water, looking towards the camera.

A seal resting on a large rock by the water

Abalone Races Underway

Is that an auctioneer calling the race?

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