Colleen Weiler

Apr 24, 2023 | us.whales.org | Colleen Weiler

The Oregon Fish and Wildlife Commission voted today to advance a petition seeking to protect southern resident orcas under the state Endangered Species Act (ESA). The petition was brought by the Center for Biological Diversity, Defenders of Wildlife and Whale and Dolphin Conservation. In the coming months the commission will conduct a public rulemaking process and decide whether to protect the orcas under state law.

Apr 17, 2023 | us.whales.org | Colleen Weiler

On Friday, April 21st, the Oregon Fish and Wildlife Commission will determine whether the petition submitted earlier this year by WDC and our conservation partners Defenders of Wildlife and the Center for Biological Diversity to list the Southern Resident orcas under the Oregon Endangered Species Act presents enough information to move forward with the listing.

Mar 24, 2023 | us.whales.org | Monica Pepe |Melissa Walker |Jen Kelly |Colleen Weiler

Tell us the story of what sparked your interest in the environment, conservation, and/or whales and dolphins My fascination with cetaceans was sparked at a very young age when my family brought me to our local Science Store, where I found my very first whale model. They continued to fuel that interest by taking me on whale watches, encouraging my interest in cetacean biology, and having me utilize whales as subjects in art.

Feb 28, 2023 | us.whales.org | Michelle Collins |Jen Kelly |Colleen Weiler |Sarah McCormack

The most tangible ingredient for our MARR program is supplies – a response vehicle, personal protective equipment (PPE), medical supplies, freezers, medical devices, technology, and gear to respond in a variety of conditions and locations – plus so much more!By being fully supplied and organized, our team is always prepared to pack up and go at a moment’s notice to help seals, whales, dolphins, and porpoises in need. Your ‘doubled’ donation helps to keep our MARR team stocked and ready to go.

Feb 16, 2023 | us.whales.org | Colleen Weiler

For Immediate Release, February 16, 2023PORTLAND, OR —The Center for Biological Diversity, Defenders of Wildlife, and Whale and Dolphin Conservation filed a petition today to protect Southern Resident orcas under the Oregon Endangered Species Act. As of the most recent census, just 73 Southern Resident orcas remain, divided among three family groups.