"Mendocino County is throwing four different whale fests, on the four weekends of March, each in a separate coastal community. After that comes Monterey, in April, with its big annual celebration full of science and wharf fun."
"The festival will feature a chowder-tasting event from local restaurants, with samples, until the 'chowder runs out.' There's a wine walk through town, a storytime-and-crafts family event and a screening of a movie called 'The Boy Who Talks to Whales' ($10). Plus, a whale-watching station at Mendocino Headlands State Park."
"Just south of Mendocino, the community of Little River will hold free guided hikes at Spring Ranch in Van Damme State Park, with the chance to spot migrating gray whales. Email director@mendoparks.org to reserve your spot, as space is limited."
Gray whales migrate off the California coast each spring, prompting Northern California communities to celebrate with whale festivals. Mendocino County organizes four separate festivals across four weekends in March, each in different coastal communities. Monterey follows in April with its major annual celebration. Festival activities include whale watching from designated stations, chowder tastings from local restaurants, wine walks, guided hikes through state parks, margarita-making contests, live music, family crafts, and movie screenings. Visitors can spot migrating gray whales while enjoying regional cuisine and entertainment.
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