Whale Tales

Whale Tales is presented by Whale Trust

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17TH ANNUAL

WHALE TALES

RETURNING TO THE RITZ-CARLTON MAUI, KAPALUA

FEBRUARY 17-20, 2023

Event Registration

While the dates of our in-person program have passed, you can still register to gain access to all recorded presentations until March 19!

Join leading scientists, photographers, filmmakers, and conservationists February 17-20, 2023, to learn the latest in whale research and conservation - wherever you are in the world! Whale Tales is returning to The Ritz-Carlton Maui, Kapalua and all presentations will be live-streamed for attendees to participate worldwide!

WHALE TALES IS PRESENTED BY



WHALE TALES 2023

Whale Tales is hosted annually by Whale Trust, a Maui-based nonprofit organization dedicated to whale research and ocean education. Whale Tales is both an educational event that bridges the information gap between scientists working in the field and the public and a means to raise funds to support whale research in Hawaii. All proceeds from the Whale Tales event are distributed to selected organizations and students to support whale research in Hawaii through the Whale Tales Beneficiaries Program.

Whale Tales returns to Maui in 2023, hosted by The Ritz-Carlton Maui, Kapalua. Schedule and additional program details coming soon!

 

WHALE TALES 2023 PRESENTERS

Schedule is subject to change. Click here for a detailed schedule of events.
SATURDAY, FEB. 18

 


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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

 

When and where will Whale Tales 2023 take place?

Whale Tales 2023 will take place on February 17-20, 2023 at The Ritz-Carlton Maui, Kapalua. All presentations will also be live-streamed for our virtual viewers who cannot attend in-person! Friday the 17th and Saturday the 18th will feature two days of presentations, a community art Expo, a Marine Science Center with hands-on learning from local organizations, and our Silent Auction. Benefit whale watches with the experts will be taking place throughout the weekend! Additionally, you can explore our sponsorship page to take part in various special events including our sunset whale watch, sponsor reception, and more.

Will Whale Tales be available online this year?

Yes! Thanks to our partner, BrandLive, Whale Tales will be live-streamed on Friday, February 17th and Saturday, February 18th to share this educational opportunity with those that are unable to attend the event in-person.

When can I register for Whale Tales?

Registration is now open!

Will you be hosting a Keiki Program at this year’s Whale Tales?

Unfortunately, we’ve made the decision to postpone the Keiki Program until 2024. However, our Marine Science Center will feature hands-on learning from local organizations that is perfect for all ages!

GET INVOLVED

Help get the word out by sharing with your community.

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If you or a business you know would be interested in an in-kind marketing partnership opportunity, please contact us.

VOLUNTEER

Do you have skills and interest in helping with event support and production this year?

Volunteer Application

SILENT AUCTION

Connect us with an ocean-conscious business or contribute a silent auction item! All funds raised during Whale Tales support whale research through the Whale Tales Beneficiary fund.

Silent Auction

WHALE WATCH PARTNERS

These companies donate whale watches annually to support whale research in Hawai’i through Whale Tales. We encourage you to choose from these companies when booking your whale watches and ocean adventures in Maui Nui.

CONTACT US

Phone:

(808) 572-5700

E-mail:

whaletales@whaletrust.org

Mailing Address:

PO Box 1360
Puunene HI 96784

Whale Tales is a community outreach event produced by Whale Trust, a 501(c)(3) based in Maui, Hawaii. Our tax ID is 91-2144632. Please make checks payable to Whale Trust and note Whale Tales in the memo.