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Humpback Whale Month

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February was Humpback Whale Month in Hawai`i

February was proclaimed Humpback Whale Month in Hawai`i by Governor Lingle and Lt. Governor Aiona! View the official proclamation.

The special statewide campaign aimed to increase awareness about the sanctuary and humpback whales while offering the public a chance to get involved in whale season.

~ Just for Kids! Kids were invited to participate in the 2009 Humpback Whale Month Ocean Contest and become members of the Ocean Guardian Kids Club.

~ View the 2009 Events Calendar to find out about February events!

~ Local libraries offered informational materials on humpback whales as well as a list of recommended books on humpback whales and the ocean. Students were asked to write a story and enter the Ocean Contest (see above). Download the special Humpback Whale Month logo bookmark.

~ Download the official Humpback Whale Month Fact Sheet.

~ Download event calendars by island.

Kaua`i Calendar

Maui Calendar

Oahu Calendar




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