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Papahānaumokuākea and Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale sanctuaries seek advisory council applicants

Big Island Now·Oct 24, 2026 · 12:00 PM CT
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NOAA's Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary is seeking applicants for 13 primary and 11 alternate advisory council seats, and Papahānaumokuākea National Marine Sanctuary has eight primary and five alternate seats open. Members serve three-year terms and attend quarterly meetings. Applications are due by 5 p.m. HST on Dec. 18.

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