Southern Resident Killer Whales - Pacific Rim Whale Festival
Southern Resident Killer Whales Talk Pacific Rim Whale Festival

Join Jennifer Yakimishyn, Marine Ecologist from the Pacific Rim National Park, and learn about the science and conservation happening to protect the endangered southern resident killer whales and their habitat.

Talk begins at 1pm.

Kwisitis, or the "other end of the beach" in the Nuu-chah-nulth language, is a fitting name for this iconic west coast building perched at the south end of Wickaninnish Beach in the beautiful Pacific Rim National Park.

The outside deck is the perfect year-round spot to view whales, storms, and surfers alike. Inside the centre, new exhibits about the land, sea, sky, and people of the area await you.

  • See the giant murals of marine mammals and the rainforest.
  • Take a photo in front of the large whale tail.
  • Listen to stories of the First Nations of this coast.
  • Ride a giant slug.
  • Explore a replica of a First Nations longhouse and whale hunt.
  • Examine tracks of bears, wolves, cougars, and other critters that use our beaches.
  • Learn about the fascinating history of the west coast.
  • Find out how salmon nurture the rainforest.
  • Visit the First Nations Gift Shop.

This event is:
Family Friendly
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Paid parking is in effect, please purchase a Parks Pass.

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