Name that Whale!
It’s a contest
Name that Whale!
Thank you for submitting hundreds of whale‑tastic name ideas!
The Name That Whale Contest is now closed.
Monthly winners were selected throughout the 2024–2025 cleanup season, and all monthly winners have been entered into the final round.
The Grand Prize Winner will be chosen by the OCS team and announced during the Earth Day Cleanup on April 18, 2026.
All winners have been notified. Monthly prizes donated by local businesses are available for pickup at the New Bedford Main Library (Downtown) during regular hours.
We appreciate the creativity, enthusiasm, and community spirit behind every submission. Stay tuned for the Big Name Reveal on April 18!
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