One of the best ways to help protect marine mammals is to 'Be Whale Wise' while out on the water and stay informed of the most current marine mammal guidelines and regulations in your area. Marine mammals need space to communicate, navigate, hunt, and care for their young.

Regulations may change seasonally and regionally. Always check for the latest updates before heading out on the water. British Columbia regulations can be found on the Government of Canada's Fisheries and Oceans Canada website, while Washington State regulations can be found on the Washington State Legislature website. Anyone in contravention of these Regulations can now be charged with an offense under the Fisheries Act.