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The bond between this mother humpback and her calf is a beautiful reflection of the devotion Mother Earth shows us every day. Whether it’s clearing our air, restoring our lands, or defending our oceans, let's commit to showing our love through the care and protection she has always given us. 🐋🌿🌬️

BayQuest SeaSounds Project is in full swing, capturing the pulse of the bay’s underwater acoustics! With a robust summer of sampling just ahead, we’re gearing up for our busiest season of data collection yet—stay tuned as we dive deeper into the soundscape! #BayQuest #MarineScience #FieldWork

This weekend, experience a unique intersection of marine science and fine art with an exciting exhibition by our very own Acoustics Lead, Firuze Gokce! Don’t miss the chance to hear the stories behind the art! Saturday & Sunday, May 9–10, 11 AM – 6 PM. 905 4th Street, San Rafael

Happy AAPI Heritage Month from BayQuest! BayQuest honors the AAPI pioneers of the San Francisco Bay, from early Chinese shrimp fishers and Japanese boat builders to the Filipino mariners whose centuries of global seafaring mastery remain the backbone of world shipping and our local ports today. 🌊

Slowdowns are a vital start, but what if we could provide captains with real-time whale alerts right on their onboard navigation systems? We believe modern acoustics is the pathway to this goal to provide tools mariners need to make critical course and speed adjustments the moment they matter most.

The BayQuest SeaSounds Project-Blind Initiative crew was thrilled to test out new adaptive prototypes designed and engineered by the brilliant students at Latitude High School in Oakland, California. Great job and many thanks to all! The future of accessible science is in great hands!

BayQuest was delighted to participate in this year's Tall Ship Festival at Sausalito's Bay Model! Fascinating exhibits, delicious food, festive music and nautical activities for young and mature mariners alike! And yes, a few Privateers milling about! Thank you Call of the Sea crew and organizers!

BayQuest was honored to participate in the panel at the Ocean Intelligence Forum, where we explored how real-time technology is transforming ocean conservation. Our Acoustics Lead, Firuze Gokce, shared insights on leveraging advanced data to protect marine ecosystems and whales from vessel noise.

We were thrilled to join our friends Nurture Nature and Port of Oakland for an exciting shoreline clean-up and native plant restoration day! 🌊 A huge thank you to the incredible organizers for making this impactful event possible!

Happy Earth Day from the BayQuest team! 🌍💙 Our mission to explore and protect our incredible coastal ecosystems starts with the choices we make every day. Whether you're out on the water or enjoying the shore, let’s keep our blue planet and its amazing wildlife thriving for generations to come.

We are deeply moved to celebrate our 20th successful SeaSounds Project mission on the San Francisco Bay!🐋✨ So honored to welcome very special guests aboard to help us connect with the profound cultural significance and Ancestral spirit of the whales we work so hard to protect. www.bayquest.org

BayQuest will be speaking at the Earth Day Ocean Intelligence Forum on April 22 in San Francisco, hosted by Sofar Ocean during SF Climate Week! 📍 Pier 28, Sofar Ocean HQ, San Francisco📅 April 22 | 3:30–6:30 PM Register here: luma.com/zuaf4ost Hope to see you there!

The underwater world is a symphony of sound that whales use to navigate, communicate and forage for food. Is human-made noise disrupting this soundscape and putting them in harm's way? We believe so and are working hard to find out. Please visit www.bayquest.org and see how you can get involved!

The SeaSounds Project – Blind Initiative 🌊🐋 is revolutionizing marine science in the San Francisco Bay. Pairing advanced adaptive acoustic technology with the unique auditory expertise of blind and low-vision researchers, we’re exploring whale vocalizations that traditional research may overlook.

Vessel strikes from high speed recreational craft can also cause injury and mortality among whales and other marine life. As the summer boating season gets underway on San Francisco Bay, let's do our part by staying vigilant and reducing throttle when wildlife is present! www.bayquest.org

The BayQuest SeaSounds Project is underwater using "blue tech" hydrophones to map the Bay’s acoustic soundscape. We’re studying how vessel noise impacts humpback whales and local marine life to help prevent strikes and protect their habitat. 🐋 🔗 Learn more at www.bayquest.org #sanfranciscobay

In a world-first collaboration between BayQuest and Aquarium of the Bay, we are pairing advanced adaptive technology with blind researchers to study the vocalizations of humpback whales in the San Francisco Bay. Help support this innovative, inclusive ocean science bit.ly/4ixBr9O

Exploring the magic of Fern Ravine! 🌿✨ Thrilled to join Friends of Sausal Creek for a naturalist-led hike to explore the incredible restoration work happening right in our backyard. Seeing this vital watershed bounce back is a testament to what community-led conservation can do. Thank you FOSC!

A world-first in marine science! The SeaSounds Project - Blind Initiative pairs adaptive tech with blind researchers. On an equal biological footing with whales navigating murky waters, our team aims to uncover acoustic nuances traditional research may overlook. 🐋✨ #BayQuest #MarineScience

Listening in on the morning sounds of the bay! #sanfranciscobay #wildlifeconservation #marinescience

Well you don't find these in a coastal tide pool but they're still pretty neat! #communityscience

If you have to spend time on land, might as well be at a cozy cabin in the Redwoods!

Nothing like sunset on San Francisco Bay when a young gray whale suddenly surfaces! Can you see it?

Fantastic day with new and old friends from a community united to preserve and protect our feathered visitors and shoreline residents! Come out today and enjoy bird talks, bird walks, kids activities and a wide assortment of interesting exhibitors. The event is FREE and fun for all ages!

A juvenile gray whale has been spotted nearshore in the south bay. Last year, 24 whales died in and near the San Francisco Bay. Let's do all we can to keep these magnificent friends healthy, happy and safe! #graywhale #sanfranciscobay #wildlifeconservation #humpbackwhale

It's all about the birds of the bay and our feathered friends along the great Pacific Flyway! Check out this amazing free event on the Mare Island waterfront in Vallejo next weekend, January 31 & February 1. And please stop by our booth to say hello! www.wingedmigrationexpo.com

Splashing into 2026 with an exciting mission of acoustic monitoring, water sampling and wildlife surveys off the San Francisco Coast! To learn more about this important work, visit our website and drop us a line! www.bayquest.org #wildlifeconservation #sanfrancisco #humpbackwhale #californiacoast

An exciting day with our friends from Nurture Nature and Port of Oakland for shoreline clean up and native plant stewardship activities! 300+ fun people coming together in the spirit of unity and service to honor the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. #portofoakland #mlkdayofservice #oakland

So delighted to jump in and help our friends clean up the Art Wall in Oakland's fabled Jingletown District. Weeding, mulching and removing invasive plant species. A great time with fantastic people making a difference, great job crew! #oakland #jingletown #mlkdayofservice

Join our Citizen Science Team and share your discoveries with others! We are happy to help with your journey and may even feature your project in our logs! Visit our website and drop us a line today! Stay curious! www.bayquest.org #citizenscience #sanfranciscobay #wildlifeconservation

In ever changing times of uncertainty, there's another world calling out to be heard. And we are listening. #humpbackwhale #sanfranciscobay #oceanresearch #wildlifeconservation

Using Sofar Ocean's advanced Spotter Sound technology, we are listening in on the underwater world of whales off the San Francisco Coast. To learn more about this exciting project, visit our website and drop us a line! #wildlifeconservation #sanfranciscobay #oceanresearch #sofarocean #bayquest

Celebrating a successful mission to the fabled Farallon Islands to collect acoustic data, deliver vital gear and rotate science teams. A renowned hotspot for wildlife, the islands are home to over 300,000 nesting seabirds, five species of pinnipeds, whales and great white sharks. An amazing trip!

If you listen closely, you'll hear the faint cries of an entangled humpback whale our SeaSounds team encountered on a recent mission. We can do better to protect these magnificent creatures and help create a safe co-existence where people and wildlife can thrive for generations. bit.ly/4ixBr9O

The BayQuest team is gearing up for another season of wildlife conservation and action on San Francisco Bay! Join us today and be part of this epic journey! Visit our website or see link in our BIO. Together, we can make a lasting impact! #sanfrancisco #wildlifeconservation #oceanresearch

So delighted to join Friends of Sausal Creek and I (Heart) Oakland-Alameda Estuary for a fun and informative nature walk through Jingletown to the water's edge in Oakland. Well done, team and great time had by all - even in the rain! #oakland #kingtide #sausalcreek #sealevelrise #wildlife

The BayQuest Team and friends are gearing up for a robust year of science, discovery and action. Join us today and be part of this epic adventure! Visit our website at www.bayquest.org #marinescience #sanfranciscobay #wildlifeconservation #oceanlife

On this first day of 2026, we pledge to work daily for the health and hope of our planet and its wildlife. Join us! www.bayquest.org #wildlifeconservation #newyear2026 #planetearth #sanfranciscobay

A banner year for marine science and wildlife conservation on San Francisco Bay! So grateful for the friends and collaborators we've met along the way. We are all making a difference! Be part of this vital mission and help support this important work! Visit our website! www.bayquest.org

Working non-stop to make a difference on San Francisco Bay. Many thanks to our friends and dedicated team for making it all happen! Be part of this important mission! Visit our website and include us in your year-end giving! www.bayquest.org #sanfrancisco #wildlifeconservation #HumpbackWhale

An epic year of science, discovery and action for the BayQuest team on San Francisco Bay. We can hardly wait to splash into 2026! Be part of this important mission! Visit our website at www.bayquest.org @aquariumofthebay.bsky.social #marinescience #sanfrancisco #wildlifeconservation #humpbackwhale

Wrapping up a fantastic 2025 and gearing up for another year of action in 2026! Be part of this epic journey! Help support this important work by visiting our website and making a generous donation today! www.bayquest.org #marinescience #sanfrancisco #bayquest #wildlifeconservation #humpbackwhale

Wishing a Happy Holiday to our friends, family and partners from around the world. May peace, joy and good health inspire you to do the wonderful things you do. #sanfrancisco #worldpeace #holidays

Winter Solstice in the Ohlone culture is the start of a traditional new year as the darkest night of the year leads to brighter days full of light. Honoring the wisdom of ancient voices to build more sustainable conservation efforts on San Francisco Bay. #indigenous #sanfranciscobay

Purchase this stunning, signed print by artist Firuze Gokce and help support vital whale research near San Francisco Bay. All proceeds fund the SeaSounds Project. For more of the story behind this beautiful work, click here: orangeorca.art/whale-tale-i... @orangeorca.bsky.social Thank you!

The SeaSounds Project is featured in a new 2-minute podcast clip from The Daily News Now - San Jose! Check it out! shows.acast.com/the-san-jose... Help support this important work today! bit.ly/4ixBr9O @aquariumofthebay.bsky.social #humpbackwhale #sanfranciscobay #wildlifeconservation

Word is spreading through to the East Bay! Check out this wonderful article by Cassidy Beach in THE EAST BAY TIMES! www.eastbaytimes.com/2025/12/10/h... To get involved, visit our website and drop us a line! www.bayquest.org @aquariumofthebay.bsky.social #sanfranciscobay #humpbackwhales

The word is out about the SeaSounds Project and the news is spreading fast! Check out the article in The Santa Cruz Sentinel! www.santacruzsentinel.com/2025/12/13/h... To get involved, visit our website and drop us a line! www.bayquest.org

Wonderful article by Cassidy Beach about the SeaSounds Project just broke in The Mercury News! Check it out! www.mercurynews.com/2025/12/10/h... @aquariumofthebay.bsky.social #humpbackwhale #sanfranciscobay #marinescience #bluetech #oceanconservation