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Welcoming of the Whales Ceremony. Kick Off for Festival of Whales
Welcoming of the Whales Ceremony. Kick Off for Festival of Whales
Welcoming of the Whales Ceremony (Friday, March 1st at 5pm dusk, on the beach behind the Ocean Institute) will be open to the public and following the beach ceremony, a reception will be held inside the Ocean Institute.. The kickoff event will include speakers, food trucks/refreshments, and hands-on educational activities. The event will include food […]
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Marine Mammal Lecture Series Features: Alisa Schulman-Janiger
Marine Mammal Lecture Series Features: Alisa Schulman-Janiger
Marine Mammal Lecture Series Features: Alisa Schulman-Janiger on March 2, 9:30 – 10:30 AM Cost: $10 Adults, Children are free Location: Harpoon Henry’s Restaurant This special lecture series is perfect for those who want a one-on-one educational experience, marine biologists and guests present recent findings on local whales, dolphins and other marine mammals. Enjoy a continental breakfast at […]
Festival of Whales Magical Migration Parade
Festival of Whales Magical Migration Parade
Dana Point Festival of Whales “Magical Migration” Parade Location: Island Way and along Dana Point Harbor Drive The parade route starts at the Richard Henry Dana statue on the Island Way Bridge and proceeds over the bridge, then right on Dana Point Harbor Dr. and continues until it ends at Golden Lantern. The parade can be […]
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Whale of a Cleanup @ Doheny
Whale of a Cleanup @ Doheny
Blue, Green, and Clean Ocean saves the whales and other seas life…Please help us to protect our precious marine environment! Thank you for bringing along either work or gardening gloves, a refill water dispenser, and dress for weather. Parking passes are given upon check-in. Meeting Location: Picnic tables along boardwalk adjacent to lifeguard headquarters and San […]
Interactive Sailing Rides
Interactive Sailing Rides
Take a sailing ride and learn how to steer and sail a Capri 14! Ages 5 and up. $10 per boat, three participants maximum per boat. 20 min. rides. Weather and conditions dependent. Lifejackets provided. Find our booth at the OC Sailing & Event Center. Check out Westwind Sailing for details. All proceeds are donated to the […]
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Festival of Whales Kickoff
Festival of Whales Kickoff
Join Dana Point Harbor and celebrate the migration of the gray whale with the 54th Annual Festival of Whales! Festivities will take place March 7-9, 2025. For more information, visit the Dana Point Festival of Whales website here. Visit festivalofwhales.com
54th Dana Point Festival of Whales Welcoming of the Whales
54th Dana Point Festival of Whales Welcoming of the Whales
Join the Ocean Institute for a sunset welcoming ceremony followed by a reception with food truck cuisine, interactive educational activities and a movie screening. 54th Annual Celebration!March 7, 8 & 9, 2025 The Festival of Whales Foundation and Ocean Institute invite you to a sunset welcoming of the whales ceremony by members of the local […]
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Dana Outrigger Ocean Challenge 2024
Dana Outrigger Ocean Challenge 2024
Gather with fellow paddlers for a memorable day on the water at the 35th annual Ocean Challenge, hosted by Dana Outrigger Canoe Club. Whether you’re racing the 10-mile Long Course or the 5 -mile Short Course, the event promises a perfect blend of competition and good fun. We are often told that the Dana Ocean […]
Ocean Institute Stoked on Science Middle School Conference (2 day)
Ocean Institute Stoked on Science Middle School Conference (2 day)
Ocean Institute Stoked on Science Middle School Conference Join like-minded peers who are passionate about the ocean. Conduct research with leading scientists in our labs and at sea aboard the R/V Sea Explorer. Gain an understanding of the education and career pathways in ocean science. Empower yourself to advance your passion for the ocean into […]
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St. Patrick’s Day Lunch & Harbor Cruise on Upscale Catamaran
St. Patrick’s Day Lunch & Harbor Cruise on Upscale Catamaran
Luck is on your side aboard Capt Dave's festive 2-hour Dana Point Harbor cruise featuring a catered lunch, live music, and craft beer available to buy. Book below or call 949-488-2828 Capt. Dave's Dolphin & Whale Watching Safari 24440 Dana Point Harbor Drive, Dana Point
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Speakeasy Circus: The 2nd Annual Sea’Cret Soiree
Speakeasy Circus: The 2nd Annual Sea’Cret Soiree
Join the Ocean Institute for its 2nd Annual Sea’Cret Soiree Speakeasy Circus. Support Ocean Institute? Ocean Institute has been the iconic entry to life-changing moments through ocean education for 45 years! Our founders had a simple mission
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8 Hour Ultimate Whale Watch Cruise
8 Hour Ultimate Whale Watch Cruise
Come aboard the luxury Ocean Adventure catamaran for a special 8 hour ULTIMATE whale watching adventure! Limited to 25 passengers. $169 per person. NO discounts or coupons apply. Free parking. This popular event will sell out fast so buy your ticket today. Book now at click below or call us at 949-488-2828
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