What's New at Whale Trust
Whale Quest Kapalua 2009
Presenters and Schedule Announced!
February 13– 15th, 2009
at the Ritz-Carlton Kapalua, Maui, Hawaii
Whale Quest Kapalua promises to be another unforgettable event with a lineup of speakers from around the world. This year’s presenters will take audiences on a journey into the underwater world of whales, to the frontlines of research and the many conservation challenges facing whales today.
Whale Quest Kapalua has a little something for everyone, including a charity golf tournament, daily whale watches and interactive educational activities for children led by Jean Michel Cousteau’s Ambassadors of the Environment program.
To receive a brochure with the schedule of events, please email mlynn@whaletrust.org or download the pdf here.
Hawaii’s Humpbacks:
Unveiling the Mysteries
Jim Darling’s new book to be released at Whale Quest Kapalua 2009
It’s impossible to be in Hawaii in winter and not see whales offshore. They are everywhere! But what are they actually doing out there? This book – ideal for both novice and experienced whale watchers – answers all of your questions and tells you exactly what researchers know about the humpbacks that gather annually on the Hawaiian breeding grounds.
The reviews are already coming in: “Hawaii’s Humpbacks: Unveiling the Mysteries is indispensable for anyone with a sense of wonder about whales. It’s a field guide, primer and fascinating read all in one. If you’ve ever wondered why whales sing, what researchers do, and where best to see humpbacks, this is a must-read.”
--- Chris Johns
Editor in Chief, National Geographic magazine
All profits from sales of this book will benefit Whale Trust’s research programs. Contact Whale Trust for how you can obtain a signed first edition.
The Humpback Code Continues to Win Awards across the Globe
For the last several years, Whale Trust partnered with filmmaker, Daniel Opitz, to film the television documentary, The Humpback Code. The original film has won several awards including Gold in the Nature Wildlife Category at the World Media Festival, the Audience Award at the Maui Film Festival, Best Ocean Film at the International Wildlife Film Festival in Germany, and Honorable Mention at the International Wildlife Festival. Most recently, it won the Best Wildlife Film award at the 4th Wildlife Film Festival. Congratulations to Daniel for all his success with the film!
Decoding Humpbacks, the US version of the film, can now be seen on the prestigious Mutual of Omaha Wild Kingdom series on Animal Planet, and worldwide on the National Geographic International Channel. Check your local listings.
Whale Trust moves into new office in Upcountry Maui (Makawao, Hawaii)
After seven years, Whale Trust finally moved into an office in Maui. Whale Trust is now located in the Makawao Courtyard building (across from the Makawao Steak House). Our phone and fax information has changed, but our mailing address will remain the same. Our new phone is 808.572.5700 and our fax is 808.572.5701. However, our old contact numbers will continue to work for at least another 6 months.
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