Center for Oceanic Research and Education

Whale Adoption Information

There are four very special humpback whales available for adoption:

Sponsoring a whale is a wonderful way to support the Center for Oceanic Research and Education's (CORE) on-going research efforts. The mission of The Center for Oceanic Research and Education is to promote stewardship and conservation of cetaceans and their marine environment. Through whale watch education programs, school presentations, and  public outreach activities, CORE endeavors to stimulate awareness of, and concern for the environment.

Humpback Whale named "Sockeye"

SOCKEYE - is named for a deformity of his jaw that mimics the Sockeye Salmon. Sockeye's smaller upper jaw actually fits down inside his huge lower jaw, creating a whale-sized underbite! Sockeye was first sighted in 1984, and has grown into a healthy adult male. His odd jaw has definitely not impaired his feeding ability!

Humpback Whale named "Owl"

OWL - named for two black dots on either side of her tail, resembling owls' eyes. Owl was first sighted as a calf in 1986 with her mother, Falco. Owl gave birth to her first calf in 1993, and her second in 1998.

 
Humback Whale Named "Shark"

SHARK - is named for the black markings on the tip of the right side of her tail that resemble the profile of a shark's face. Shark was first sighted as a calf in 1983 with her mother, Apex. Shark has had four calves.

Humpback Whale named "Badge"

BADGE - is named for the black markings on the left side of her tail that look like a badge on a military uniform. Badge was first sighted in the feeding area off of Gloucester in 1987 - small at the time, she was probably a calf in 1986.

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There are many ways to help support CORE's research. An avenue you may choose is to donate your time and expertise by becoming an intern or volunteer.

You may also show your support by joining us on one of our (follow the link from our homepage). Each summer, CORE conducts offshore trips - full day, overnight and three day excursions to areas that we are unable to reach during our regular trips. Participation in these offshore excursions not only helps CORE, but enriches your whale experiences, as well!

In kind donations are also a terrific help to our research. For instance, if you have a camera, slide projector or even a printer, we can use it! See our wish list!

Becoming a member of CORE is yet another way to help our research continue. With monies raised through memberships, CORE can procure additional equipment and can also conduct dedicated research trips during the off-season.

Please ask a CORE researcher for further details if you are interested in helping CORE in any of the above ways! We do appreciate it! E-mail us at: core@coreresearch.org to ask any questions

We hope you feel a sense of satisfaction in knowing that your donations will directly fund CORE's mission to promote stewardship and the conservation of cetaceans and their marine environment.

Thank you very much!

There are four ways you can sponsor a whale: aboard any whale watch boat,  the Yankee Whale Watching ticket office, by mail, or by e-mail! Simply click here to access a printable form. Adoptions last for one year, and cost $25. Adoption Renewals are only $20!

 

  • A letter of welcome

  • A 4 x 6 color photograph of your sponsored whale

  • The life history of your sponsored whale

  • A certificate of sponsorship

  • A complimentary CORE magnet

  • Updates on your whale all year long on CORE's website

  • A newsletter updating you on any observations of your whale, as well as CORE's research.

To sponsor a whale, please CLICK HERE to access the whale adoption form.
Using your browsers print function, you should print the form and send it to:

CORE
6 Julian Road
Gloucester, MA 01930
along with the $25.00 adoption fee.

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