Excerpt from "A Close Encounter with the Marine Mammals of Monterey"
by Angeli, Team 7:

My Earthwatch experience is indeed a memorable and fruitful one. I was given a rare opportunity of having a very close encounter with dolphins, whales, sea otters, and other marine mammals. It was a privilege to work and deal with a diverse team of wonderful people and scientists. This experience has opened my eyes to a different world - a world in which man and animal live together as one family under the care of Mother Nature. And lastly, I was given a once-in-a-lifetime chance of spending my birthday in Monterey – with the dolphins, whales, sea otters, and my dear fellow team members who made it truly special. These moments were truly priceless.