Sanctuary Ocean Count engages volunteers in Honolulu to tally humpback whale sightings.

Sanctuary Ocean Count is a volunteer project hosted by the Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary in Honolulu. The group strives to promote public awareness about North Pacific humpback whales, which are an endangered species. Each year, the organization meets three times to tally humpback whale sightings and document their surface behavior. This vital effort relies on the help of citizens and volunteers in Hawaii. Dates for the Ocean Counts vary each year, with meetups typically held on the last Saturday of January, February, and March. Individuals interested in participating can register directly on the Sanctuary Ocean Count website to help monitor and protect these magnificent creatures in their natural habitat.