With as few as 350 remaining, North Atlantic right whales are in jeopardy and are often threatened by human activities. The mission of the Right Whale Festival is to celebrate right whales and the beginning of their calving season. The goal is to engage the community and heighten public awareness of both right whales and the importance of the area as the whales make their seasonal return to the waters off FL/GA coast -- the only known North Atlantic right whale calving grounds. This one-day family-oriented festival will feature children’s activities, music, beach cleanup, and other activities geared towards informing and inspiring the community about right whales, their habitat, and conservation needs.

In 2009, the inaugural Right Whale Festival energized the Jacksonville Beach community with live music, kids activities, beach cleanup, educational exhibits, local artists, and a beach run.

In 2010, Sea to Shore will be the lead organization in planning and organizing this now annual event. To learn more about this fun and inspirational event and how you can get involved, please visit: www.rightwhalefestival.org