Protecting cetaceans and their habitats
through public education, research grants, and conservation actions
For any questions about this trip, please reach out to Colleen Carroll, ACS-LA Social Events Chair at colleenmariecarroll7@gmail.com or 505-506-3522.
Monterey Bay weekend!
Exclusive ACS-LA Members’ Event
Condor Express Whale Watch!
SAVE THE DATE!
September 6, 2025 at 8am
Learn About Becoming a Naturalist
Cabrillo Whalewatch
In partnership with Cabrillo Marine Aquarium, ACS-LA trains docents to educate the public about whales, dolphins, and other sea creatures. Once our docents graduate and become Naturalists, they will inspire and educate both on boats and in the classroom.
Gray Whale Census & Behavior Project
This full season shore-based gray whale census has operated on the Palos Verdes Peninsula since 1984. Trained volunteers spot and track Pacific gray whales on their annual migration, recording counts and behaviors. This project runs during daylight hours, from December 1st through late May, on the patio of the Point Vicente Interpretive Center.
See our blog post of the Gray Whale Census 40 year Commemorative ceremony.
Learn more about Gray Whale Census
LEARN MORE ABOUT OUR GRANTS AND AWARDS
Research Grants
Travel Awards
ACS-LA supports cetacean research through scientific research grants and travel awards that have been given out for over 20 years. We accept applications in the first quarter of each year for our grants, and every other year for our travel awards.
Education and Outreach
We have volunteers who share their cetacean knowledge and engage with adults and kids at ocean and nature-themed outings/events which take place on weekends. In this way, we inspire and educate the public about the importance of marine life and our oceans.
INQUIRE ABOUT EDUCATION AND OUTREACH
New ACS-LA vinyl sticker giveaway with a donation!
Donate!
We are an entirely volunteer-run non-profit organization. Your donation provides funds to support all of our programs and our ultimate goal of helping to protect cetaceans and their habitats.
Currently we are offering our new vinyl ACS-LA sticker to anyone who donates at least $5. If you donate at least $10, you may choose to receive up to 3 stickers! Simply click through to donate, and then email us with your address so we can drop them in the mail: acs.lachapter@gmail.com. (While supplies last.)
They are good for water bottles, notebooks, computers… any smooth hard, clean surface. Measuring 3 inches tall and 2 inches wide, they are the perfect way to show your support everywhere you go.
At ACS-LA, we are always grateful for your support. We couldn’t do the things we do without you all, and we cherish our wonderful whale- loving community!
Join our newsletter!
We send out a timely newsletter so you can keep up-to-date on ACS-LA activities. It includes news on our Research Grants and Travel Awards, Gray Whale Census, Whalewatch Program, as well as any upcoming events. So if you’d like to stay informed and be included, then join our newsletter by filling out the form on the right!
NEW SWAG!
FREE PATCH WITH NEW MEMBERSHIP!
During the past 30 years, more than two million children and thousands of adults have enjoyed whale watching trips sponsored by ACS.
ACS is an entirely volunteer-run nonprofit organization.
Our Partners and Sponsors
