Tag: How to save the whales
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Scientist on Vacation- AIS and Lighthouses
Scott and Phyllis Rowley traveled to New England this summer to investigate the history of whale oil used in our Amelia Island lighthouse. During a visit to the Woods Island Lighthouse in Maine and Sapelo Island Lighthouse in Georgia, Scott discovered AIS StationKeepers installed in their lighthouse towers. He was able to share some of Read more
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Join us for Baleen & Brew!
Amelia Island Whale Ambassadors is excited to invite you to join us on Sunday, October 20, 2024 from 4:00-7:00pm at Disco Witch Brewing. Disco Witch Brewing is located at: 464073 State Road 200, Yulee, FL 32097 Meet the experts! This event will be an opportunity to meet right whale experts, Barb Zoodsma and Tom Pitchford. Read more
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Right Whale Vessel Speed Rule Petitions
The critically endangered North Atlantic right whale is facing extinction. This species is a part of an Unusual Mortality Event. Vessel strikes and entanglement are two of the major causes for the species decline. How can you help? There are two petitions that you can join to encourage your elected officials to take action to Read more
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How to Help the North Atlantic Right Whale
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, Read more