Boat Safely and Responsibly
Especially during the North Atlantic right whale calving season, November 15-April 15:
*Post a lookout
*Avoid boating at night or in rough seas.
*Boat at the slowest safe speed, ideally 10 knots
*Monitor VHF 16
Stay 500 Yards Away from North Atlantic Right Whales
This is the law! For boats, drones, etc.
Report Whale Sightings
Watch for whales and report sightings at 888-979-4253.
Let Your Voice Be Heard
Vote for politicians that are in support of protecting whales and the environment. Write letters!
Tell others.
Keep the Ocean Clean
Plastics pose a significant threat to marine life. Remove trash and toys from the beach.
Buy Whale-Friendly Seafood
Local is best. Eating locally harvested seafood requires no shipping and no ropes!
Buy Products Made in the USA
Reduce vessel strikes by limiting the number of ships transporting foreign goods.
Amelia Island Whale Ambassadors
Join the Amelia Island Whale Ambassadors!
“Like” and “Follow” our Facebook and Instagram Pages and this website!
Assist us with the Right Whale Festival and the Right Whale Sighting Network.