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ABOUT THE ORCAS
The orcas inhabit the coastal waters bounded by the Campbell River in the south to the border of south-east Alaska in the north. The community consists of approximately 190 orcas, which live in 31 pods and sub-pods. |
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Adopt a Whale
ABOUT
WDCS, the Whale and Dolphin Conservation Society is the world's most active charity (Registered No. 1014705) dedicated to the conservation and welfare of all whales, dolphins and porpoises (also known as cetaceans). Established in 1987, WDCS is staffed by a dedicated team of people determined to do their best for the animals, and proud of the fact that WDCS's operating costs are kept to a minimum. The money raised is spent on urgent conservation, research and education projects that really do make a difference to the daily lives and long-term security of thousands of whales, dolphins and porpoises around the world.
As well as helping the orcas of British Columbia, by adopting a whale you will also be helping to protect cetaceans all over the world. WDCS objectives are:
1. To reduce, and ultimately, eliminate the continuing threats to cetaceans and their habitats.
2. To raise awareness of these wonderful animals and the need to protect them in their natural environment.
WDCS works to:
* Prevent suffering in individual whales, dolphins and porpoises, whether in their natural environment or in captivity.
* Stop the deliberate killing of whales and dolphins for commercial and so-called 'scientific' purposes.
* Stop the unnecessary deaths of cetaceans from man-made threats such as pollution or entanglement in fishing nets.
* Prevent the extinction of endangered species and promote the recovery of all cetacean populations.
* Secure adequate protection for - and maintain the health of - all cetacean habitats.
* Promote a worldwide interest in cetaceans. |
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VISIT THE WHALES
In recent years the orcas of British Columbia have become a major tourist attraction. Each year, thousands of visitors go whale watching to see the animals and the other wildlife that lives in the region such as otters, bald eagles and sealions. Other species of whales and dolphins may also be seen, including humpback whales, gray whales, minke whales and Dall's porpoises. WDCS's Out of the Blue travel wing gives people the opportunity to see and learn about whales and dolphins in the wild. |
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THE GIFT PACK
There are two categories of adoption:
Junior (under 14) - £24.50
Adult - £32.50
Please note there is an additional charge of £5.00 p&p for delivery outside the UK.
UK adopters can also choose to pay by direct debit or Paypal. The amount you choose to give is up to you, although we do ask for a minimum of £4.00 per month.
When you join our Adopt a Whale Programme you will receive:
• An interactive *DVD/CD-ROM including a short film, lots of information about whales and dolphins, and extras such as games and a screensaver. (*Available for Direct Debit adoptions only.)
• A personalised adoption certificate.
• A picture of your adopted whale, along with biographical information.
• A magazine introducing WDCS and our work.
• Lots of information on your animal and the WDCS Adoption Programme.
• A WDCS supporter card and window sticker.
During the course of a year's adoption......
Adult adopters will receive:
• Quarterly issues of the WDCS Magazine.
• 2 six monthly issues of your adoption newsletter with updates on your adopted whale.
Under 14 adopters will receive:
• Four issues of Pod News, featuring information on your adopted whale, other whales and dolphins and the work of WDCS.
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MEET THE WHALES |
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Havannah
Young adult female, born 1974. Havannah has never had a calf herself, but is an excellent aunt to Surf, the calf of her sister, Holly.
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Holly
Young adult female born in 1980. Holly and her second calf, Surf (born in 1996), can often be seen side by side with her sister Havannah. |
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Tsitika
Adult female, born in 1947. She is named after the river which runs down into Robson Bight, the Orca' shome territory. Tsitika is dwarfed by her son, Blackney, who is nearly always by her side. |
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WORLDWIDE DELIVERY
CURRENCY CONVERTOR |
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