2005 Annual Report - Aquarium of the Pacific · and most diverse body of water—the Pacific ......

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Introduction....................................................................5

Message from the President & Chairman ...................6

New Exhibitions.............................................................8

Educational Programming ..........................................10

Events and Lectures ....................................................14

Marine Conservation Research Institute....................16

Sustainability ................................................................19

Volunteers.....................................................................20

Fundraising...................................................................22

Financial Reports Overview ........................................32

Administration..............................................................34

To instill a sense of wonder, respect, and

stewardship for the Pacific Ocean, its

inhabitants, and ecosystems

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The Aquarium of the Pacific in Long Beach,California celebrates the planet’s largest and most diverse body of water—the PacificOcean. The Aquarium’s galleries are organizedby geographical regions of the Pacific tohighlight the temperate waters of SouthernCalifornia and Baja; the icy Northern Pacific;and the warm Tropical Pacific. Sea otters, sealions, sharks, rays, diving birds, sea jellies,corals, sea dragons, and many others areamong the 12,500 animals representing 650species found at the Aquarium of the Pacific.

Celebrate the Ocean

Thank you for your interest in theAquarium of the Pacific in Long Beach,California. Whether you are a friend and long-standing supporter of theAquarium, someone unaffiliated with us who shares our passion forocean conservation and education, a colleague in the world of aquariumsand zoos, or a potential donor orgrant provider, we appreciate yourdesire to learn more about us.

We are pleased to report that 2005 was a strong year for theAquarium of the Pacific. We had ourfourth successive year of attendanceincreases, ending the year at nearly 1.3million visitors. Membership toppedmore than 40,000 active households.Our education team welcomed nearly200,000 students and teachers to theAquarium, which exceeded both theprevious year and our goal for 2005. Oureducation team completed its first fullschool year as the science departmentfor Cesar Chavez Elementary School.

The Aquarium of the Pacific is located in one of the most urbanized coastal regionsin the world and in one of the most diversecommunities in the country. In California,more than 70% of the population lives andworks within 50 miles of the coast. The WorldOcean affects weather and climate, food supply,world trade, oil and gas production, and inCalifornia our beaches and coastal ocean areour most popular recreational outlet.

The Aquarium is committed to oceanliteracy. The essence of the movement is that everyone will understand that the ocean affects them no matter where theylive, that they affect the ocean no matterwhere they live, and that they act upon thisawareness and understanding in makingdecisions in their own lives. To support this,the Aquarium promotes environmental andocean education for the K-12 sector, butplaces special emphasis on the general public from toddlers to seniors.

In 2005 the Aquarium organized andfacilitated two major ocean literacy workshopssponsored by CORE (the Consortium for

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Oceanographic Research and Education),NOAA’s Coastal Services Center, andNational Marine Fisheries Service. We alsoorganized the first ocean communicators’conference to begin development of a majorocean campaign for California.

The Aquarium’s lecture series continuesto attract leading scientists, naturalists, policymakers, and photographers and filmmakersfrom around the world. In 2005 the regularseries was supplemented with the CoffeehouseAuthor Series that provides local and regionalauthors with a more intimate setting in whichto explore their new works. If someone haswritten an important new book on the oceanor marine life, chances are good they will bespeaking at the Aquarium of the Pacific.

Whales: A Journey with Giants debutedin the summer of 2005. This now permanentexhibit highlights the blue whale and its travelsthrough an immersive multimedia experiencethat transforms the Great Hall into an underwater venue. The projection and audioinfrastructure created for this exhibit addednew dimensions to the programming now

possible in the Great Hall.By building on successes and challenging

ourselves to think creatively and strategically,we have set the stage for pursuing our visionand mission in 2006 and beyond.

Sincerely,

Jerry R. Schubel President and CEO, Aquarium of the Pacific

Howard ChambersChairman, Board of Directors


Aquarium educatorsbegan a partnershipwith Cesar ChavezElementary Schoolin January 2005.

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Whales: A Journey with Giants debuted in the summer of 2005. This now permanentcomponent of the Aquarium offers guests amulti-sensory experience of light, sound, andimagery shown many times each day in theGreat Hall. Highlighting numerous marine animals of the Pacific Ocean, A Journey with Giants provides a rare glimpse into theperspective of the world’s largest living animal.Guests follow Edi and her calf, our life-sizeblue whale models, on their travels along ourcoast and to the dark depths of the ocean.

Through an elaborate system of 53MechoShade automated window shades, 40 theatrical lighting fixtures, 12 Panasonichigh-definition projectors, footage from the top ocean cinematographers in theworld, a sound system that consists of eightindependent speaker zones, and high qualityacoustic recordings, the Great Hall becomes aplace that simulates a whale’s eye view of theirocean world. Six Bose Acoustic Wave Cannonsreproduce the dramatic low frequency call ofthe blue whale. Interviews with numerousmarine experts ensured that the acousticsand images that were incorporated into thepresentation truly represented the animalsoff our coast. The Whales: A Journey withGiants experience does not include exhibitsof live whales or dolphins.


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Whales: Voices in the Sea

Whales: A Journey with Giants

Whales: Voices in the Sea is an interactivekiosk exhibit that allows guests to explore howwhales use complex sounds to communicatein and navigate around their world. In May the Aquarium of the Pacific was honored with the 2005 MUSE Silver Award from theAmerican Association of Museums (AAM) for the Whales: Voices in the Sea kiosk exhibit.MUSE awards are granted by AAM’s Mediaand Technology Committee, and the 2005winners were chosen from over 130 applicants.The Aquarium’s Whales: Voices in the Seakiosk was recognized for educational andinterpretive excellence in the science category.Judging was based on several criteria,including content, image, audio, design,innovative use of technology, and overall appeal.

The Aquarium’sWhales: A Journeywith Giants presentation highlights the world of the largest living animal on Earth.

Additional funding was provided by the employees and volunteers ofthe Aquarium of the Pacific and Esther Chao.

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Opening Eyes to theWonders of the Ocean

The Aquarium’sonsite tidepools aswell as those in ourmobile outreachvehicle, Aquariumon Wheels, offer an intimate look at many coastalcreatures.

The Aquarium of the Pacific’s education programs bring a world of wonder to children,adults, and families. Whether they are kayakingwith a naturalist in Upper Newport Bay, taking abehind-the-scenes tour, spending the night withsharks or otters during a sleepover program, or participating in one of our 100 informativeclasses, learners of all ages are able to interactwith the marine environment in fun and engagingways. This includes 36 standards-based classes,designed to serve everyone from pre-K toadvanced placement high school biology students. Each of these opportunities containskey conservation messages.

The Aquarium’s educational programsreached more than 238,000 individuals in2005. Of these, 193,000 students came to us as part of a school group for a self-guidedtour, sleepover, or a standards-based classroomor theater program. Expanding our reach to surrounding Southland communities, theAquarium on Wheels delivered an educationalexperience to more than 45,000 students,teachers, and other program participants. Formany children, this was their first introductionto the Pacific Ocean.

CESAR CHAVEZ ELEMENTARY SCHOOLSince January 2005 Aquarium educators havebeen visiting the Cesar Chavez ElementarySchool in Long Beach every week to help provide science education with an emphasison marine education. Within walking distanceof the Aquarium, Chavez Elementary currentlyhas 400 students and enrollment is expectedto grow to 800 students within the next fewyears. Because the school has no scienceteacher or equipment dedicated to teachingscience, the Aquarium partnership helps toteach science at the kindergarten through fifth-grade levels.

The Aquarium’s education staff deliversscience lessons at Chavez Elementary, givingChavez teachers the tools and resources necessary to teach science and maximizetheir students’ learning potential. Aquariumeducators developed lesson plans that wouldcomplement the classroom themes and

standards. In addition, teachers, students, andtheir parents have access to the Aquarium forsupplemental lessons and informal learning.Support for the Aquarium’s partnership withCesar Chavez came from the Dwight StuartYouth Foundation, the Earl B. and Loraine H. Miller Foundation, and THUMS LongBeach Company.

AQUARIUM ON WHEELSThe Aquarium on Wheels outreach vehiclecontains a dynamic tidepool exhibit designedto provide fun, hands-on learning experiencesthat focus on the importance of conservation.Since its launch in early 2002, Aquarium on Wheels has traveled over 46,000 milesacross Los Angeles and Orange Counties and introduced over 177,000 students, teachers,and other community members to the greatdiversity of life in the Pacific Ocean. In 2005this outreach vehicle traveled 12,500 milesand served 45,000 people.

IT ALL FLOWS TO MEWith the support of the Water ReplenishmentDistrict of Southern California, the develop-ment of It All Flows to Me began in September2005. The program will address how stormdrain pollution and urban runoff affect coastalwater quality, groundwater quality, and ultimately influence animals like those thatchildren see and touch at the Aquarium.

SUSTAINABLE COASTAL COMMUNITIESThe Aquarium of the Pacific’s educationdepartment hosted its third annual SustainableCoastal Communities program in 2005 withlocal students from Chavez Elementary. Duringthe nine-session program, fourth- and fifth-graders were joined by science experts andcommunity stakeholders to answer the question,“What should Long Beach look like in the year2025?” The support of Bixby Land Company;


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Students fromCesar ChavezElementary Schooldemonstrate totheir parents someof the marine factsthey have acquiredthrough the partnership withthe Aquarium.

the Edwin W. Pauley Foundation; the City ofLong Beach Department of Parks, Recreation,and Marine; and SMG Catering ensured the2005 program was a success.

BOEING TEACHER INSTITUTEThrough a grant from The Boeing Company,as many as 30 teachers from across SouthernCalifornia enjoy a week of hands-on learningduring the Aquarium’s annual Boeing TeacherInstitute. The program provides an intensiveintroduction to the Aquarium and marine biol-ogy, as well as a three-day field trip to CatalinaIsland to explore local marine life in one ofSouthern California’s diverse ecosystems. Each educator also receives an aquarium witha filtration system for use in their classroom.

BOEING TEACHER OPEN HOUSEMore than 1,000 local educators attend the annual Boeing Teacher Open House to discover new ways of incorporating interactive marine science education intotheir classrooms. Teachers are given theopportunity to explore the Aquarium’s galleries and classrooms and obtain information about the many resourcesoffered through our education department.

AQUATIC ACADEMYThe Aquarium continued its offering of lectures,seminars, discussion groups, panels, and adulteducation courses in 2005. Sponsored byLong Beach Water Department, the Aquariumhosted its third California and Water course.The Aquarium also presented its Californiaand Energy series, which was sponsored byMilbank, Tweed, Hadley & McCloy LLP andLong Beach Gas and Oil Department. Bothcourses offered a chance to hear from a selection of experts on issues related toCalifornia’s most limited resources. For a list of 2005 lecturers, see page 15.


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A group of teachersreceived an intensiveintroduction toSouthern California'sdiverse marine life,habitats, andecosystems duringthe seventh annualBoeing TeacherInstitute.

DAY CAMPSThe Aquarium’s education departmentoffered nine weeks of summer day camps in2005, with the choice of either the OceanAdventure Day Camp or the Junior BiologistDay Camp. The week-long Ocean AdventureDay Camps introduce seven- to 10-year oldsto the world of marine science. Participantshelp animal husbandry staff feed animals,collect plankton from Rainbow Harbor, andparticipate in games such as “The OceanLiar’s Club.” The Junior Biologist Day Campsoffer 10- to 12-year olds a week of marinebiology immersion through experiments,games, behind-the-scenes privileges, andanimal interaction.

A Festival of Events

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Cultural and community festivals are held throughout the year at the

Aquarium of the Pacific to reach out to and honor the rich diversity of

Southern California.

AFRICAN HERITAGE FESTIVAL*Highlighting African American cultures

AUTUMN FESTIVAL*Focusing on Japan, China, Korea, and the Philippines

BAJA SPLASH**Celebrating Mexican, Guatemalan, and El Salvadoran cultures

CINCO DE MAYO*A Mexican fiesta

DIVERS DAYExploring diving technology and the people who reach below the surface

EARTH DAYConnecting our actions to the environment

FESTIVAL OF HUMAN ABILITIESCelebrating the creative spirit of people with disabilities

HOLIDAY TREATS FOR THE ANIMALSA holiday celebration

PACIFIC ISLANDER FESTIVAL*Experiencing Hawaiian, Chamorro, Tahitian,and Maori cultures

SCARIUM OF THE PACIFICOur educational Halloween event for families

SOUTHEAST ASIA DAY*Honoring Cambodian, Vietnamese, and Thai cultures

SUSTAINABLE SEAFOOD DAYOffering cooking demonstrations on sustainable seafood

TECHNOLOGY DAYFeaturing the possibilities in marine innovations


MOOMPETAM: GATHERING OF THE SALT WATER PEOPLE*

Our inaugural Moompetamfestival celebrated indigenous CaliforniaIndian maritime cultures,including Ajachemem,

Chumash, Costanoan, Luiseño, and Tongva.

Pepsi is the Aquarium’s official festival sponsor.* Sponsored by Edison International ** Sponsored by Union Bank and Edison International

NANCY BLACKOrcas

ROB BOYDNot by Genes Alone: HowCulture Transformed HumanEvolution

ALAN BURDICKInvasive species

JOHN CALAMBOKIDISBlue whales

MARLA CONESilent Snow: The SlowPoisoning of the Arctic

BILL DEVERELL Whitewashed Adobe: TheRise and Fall of Los Angelesand the Remaking of itsMexican Past

JARED DIAMONDCollapse: How SocietiesChoose to Fail or Succeed

LONNIE DUPREArctic exploration

STEPHEN FLYNNAmerica the Vulnerable: HowOur Government is Failing toProtect Us from Terrorism

WENDY HORNSBYNine Sons: Collected Mysteries

JERRY KOOYMANPenguins

JOEL KOTKINThe City: A Global History

SARA SHOEMAKER LINDSea turtles

DAVE MATTILAPacific humpback whales

RICK MEGHIDDOPublic art and architecture

BILL MELSONLandscape, rocks, and earthquakes

BRAD MONSMAThe Sespe Wild

MARTIN NWEEIANarwhals


As the key voice and storyteller for the Pacific Ocean, the Aquarium of the

Pacific offers a variety of lectures and panel discussions. An extensive lineup

of guest speakers opens discussions on a broad spectrum of compelling

and relevant environmental and community topics.

HEIDI NYEThe Underside of Beauty

ELENI SIKELIANOSThe California Poem

SUSAN SNYDERBear in Mind: The CaliforniaGrizzly

MICHAEL TENNESENThe Complete Idiot’s Guideto Global Warming

DON WALSHArctic Ocean

DAVE WILEYWhale conservation

DOUG OTTO, DAVID ABEL,DANIEL IACOFANO, BRENDALEVIN, RICK MEGHIDDO, ANDGEORGE ECONOMIDESLong Beach architecture

JUDITH FLORENCE GRAMMEL,REGINA NERVO, MARGARETANN TOWNER, TAMARAMADISON, AND BARBARAEKONIANLong Beach poetry

Nweeia spoke onnarwhals, whichare among therarest of whales.Found in theCanadian Arctic, the narwhal’s spiraled tusk can reach nine feet in length.

Shoemaker Lindshared images ofsea turtles from her travels aroundthe world. Of theseven species ofsea turtles, the sixspecies found inU.S. waters are listed as eitherthreatened orendangered.

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Renaissance Long Beach Hotel is the Aquarium’s official lecture sponsor.

AQUATIC FORUMSBringing together experts, stakeholders, and policy makers, MCRI’s Aquatic Forumsexplore and address important marine andcoastal issues while developing topics forfuture Aquarium programs and exhibits. In 2005 MCRI held four Aquatic Forums, two focused on ocean literacy and two on sustainable seafood.

Ocean Literacy | The average American has little knowledge of ocean and coastalecosystems and how we affect them. And the gap between science and the public is increasing. Taking place in July, our firstOcean Literacy forum brought together 42 scientists to develop a summary of what they thought the Southern Californiapublic should know to be ocean literate.The outcome of the workshop was a work-book entitled Public Ocean Literacy: WhatResidents of Southern California ShouldKnow. A follow-up forum took place in

October for ocean communicators, includinginformal science educators from aquariums,nature centers, museums, national wildliferefuges, and media. The educators defined

strategies to translate science into under-standing by the general public, using theworkbook generated by the scientists in thefirst forum.

Sustainable Seafood | As our world populationincreases and our ocean resources decrease,it is critical that we develop sustainable fisheries that meet our current and futuredemands for healthy seafood. To address this need, the Aquarium, in partnership with King’s Seafood Company—the largestSouthern California-based seafood restaurantchain—hosted its first Sustainable Seafoodforums this past September and December.These forums were attended by a panel of seafood experts, including scientists, educators, seafood suppliers, governmentofficials, and restaurateurs. The goal of thesediscussions was to find common ground anddevelop a sustainable seafood system thatmet the needs of fishers, farmers, suppliers,retailers, and consumers.

ACT NOW FOR OUR OCEANSFrom October 2004 to March 2005 theAquarium of the Pacific provided its guests


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To further our contribution to the understanding and conservation of our

oceans, the Aquarium of the Pacific created the Marine Conservation Research

Institute (MCRI) in 2001. MCRI’s mission is to expand and enhance the body

of scientific knowledge relating to the Pacific Ocean, its inhabitants, and

ecosystems and to preserve this valuable resource for future generations

through research, conservation, and education focused around the Aquarium.

MCRI Conservation

street cleanup at the John Rodriguez CabrilloHigh School in Long Beach to aid the publicin realizing the connection between trash inour city streets and ocean pollution.

Habitat Restoration | In March Aquariumstaff worked alongside Coastal America partners at our annual Least Tern HabitatRestoration project at the Seal BeachNational Wildlife Refuge, where volunteerscleaned and prepared the nesting site forthis endangered bird.

Coastal Cleanup | In September the Aquariumparticipated in the 21st California CoastalCleanup by hosting a site at Alamitos Beach.This was part of a state-wide effort to cleanbeaches from San Diego to the Oregon border.

These efforts not only demonstrated theAquarium’s continued stewardship of theenvironment, but also reinforced the importance we place on connecting with others that share a passion for conservation.

an opportunity to voice their opinions on thestate of our ocean to their government leadersin the U.S. Congress. Called ACT NOW forour Oceans, the program was timed to drawawareness and encourage public commenton the important report issued by the U.S.Commission on Ocean Policy.

The Aquarium presented informationabout the U.S. Ocean Commission’s report toits guests through signs, exhibit presentations,and in a public service announcement in ourtheater. They were directed to a table in ourGreat Hall that had a copy of the OceanCommission’s report, a directory of senatorsand representatives, pre-printed postcards tothe House of Representatives and the Senate,and a list of possible ocean-related topics todiscuss on the cards. Guests were encouragedto express any and all opinions.

We received close to 1,000 postcards to governmental leaders representing 28 different states, with a concentration fromCalifornia, Arizona, Florida, Nevada, and NewYork. If it is assumed that each person repre-sents the voice of 100 people, almost 100,000opinions were represented in these cards.

COMMUNITY CONSERVATIONThe Aquarium also hosted and participated inseveral community conservation efforts in 2005.

Oil Spill Cleanup | In response to an oilspill that started on January 13, 2005 alongthe coastlines of Ventura and Los AngelesCounties, 36 Aquarium of the Pacific staffmembers assisted the efforts of the OiledWildlife Care Network (OWCN) in San Pedro.OWCN rescued more than 1,500 oiled birds,mainly Western Grebes (Aechmophorus occidentalis). Wildlife experts estimated that this oil spill was the worst worldwide for wildlife in more than two years.

Street Cleanup | In January the Aquariumhosted its second annual neighborhood


Protecting ouroceans for futuregenerations is partof MCRI’s mission.

Western Grebeswere rescued and cleaned in a massive effort by OWCN, with support fromAquarium staff.

MCRI Research

REEF BUILDING CORALSThe Aquarium provided University of California,Irvine doctoral candidate Kelly Pollack with anumber of coral fragments for use in a studyshe is conducting on the effects of caffeine onreef building corals. There seems to be someevidence that this chemical, which is releasedin large volumes into the environment fromtreatment plants worldwide, may contribute tocoral bleaching.

LEOPARD SHARK STUDYIn April the Aquarium assisted California StateUniversity, Long Beach graduate studentBarbara Ziegler with her research on leopardsharks (Triakis semifasciata). The purpose ofthe study was to determine how long a

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Crested Auklets | As one of only two facilities in the country to house CrestedAuklets (Aethia cristatella), the Aquarium of the Pacific provides a rare opportunity tostudy several unique aspects of these birdsthat are otherwise impossible to observe inthe wild. Swarthmore College intern CaraTiques spent ten weeks at the Aquarium inthe summer of 2005 to study the chemical signaling of the Aquarium’s auklets. Workingwith Aquarium aviculturists, Tiques continuedthe work started by her advisor, scientist Dr. Julie Hagelin, and previous interns. Tiquesconducted studies to determine the thresholdof scent concentration necessary to initiateresponses from other birds. Out of 13 birds,reliable data obtained from six of the birdsindicated that they could detect the scent.

This ongoing research effort has led to a deeper understanding of the functioningand chemical components of a seasonallydistinctive “tangerine” scent directly associatedwith courtship in the auklets.

CONTRIBUTIONS TO VETERINARY MEDICINE The Aquarium of the Pacific has worked withfellow zoos and aquariums as well as hospi-tals and other organizations to provide dataand further the husbandry and veterinaryknowledge of marine animals. Collaborationshave included:

• Clinical research to treat head and lateral line erosions in marine fish

• Clinical research to treat parasitic infections of Lernea sp. copepods

• Evaluation of the breathing patterns of olive Ridley sea turtles

• Sandtiger scoliosis project• North American captive harbor seal

phocid distemper virus survey• A retrospective study of the diseases

of sea dragons

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leopard shark can maintain its bodytemperature in varied temperatures(thermoregulation inertia). This research projectis part of a larger study looking at the behaviorand foraging patterns of leopard sharks. It ishypothesized that leopard sharks may bebehaviorally modifying their body temperatureto improve physiologic processes involved innutrition and reproduction.

ONGOING PROJECTSAbalone Monitoring | The Aquarium’sScientific Divers continued to conduct regularsurveys of green abalone (Haliotis fulgens)and pink abalone (Haliotis corrugate) aroundCatalina Island for the California Departmentof Fish and Game in 2005. These two speciesof abalone, as well as five other speciesfound in California waters, are suffering from depleted populations. Since startingthis project in March 2004, the divers havecollected data that has shown clearly that the population of abalone around Catalina isnot truly sustainable in its present distribu-tion. With almost no sightings of live abaloneless than 3.15 inches (80 mm) in length, thereis little evidence of a new generation born inthe last 10 years. This determination resultedin the decision to relocate the existingabalone from around Catalina Island intoviable densities in the marine preserve at theWrigley Institute for Environmental Studies.

Marine Biotoxin Monitoring | TheAquarium of the Pacific’s Scientific Diverscontinued their involvement in a long-termstatewide project to determine levels of paralytic shellfish poisoning and domoic acid toxins in marine bivalves and plankton.Bimonthly shellfish and plankton sampleswere collected from a variety of locationsaround Long Beach and Catalina Island.These samples are sent to the CaliforniaDepartment of Health Services (CDHS) inSacramento for analysis.


The ocean’s mostfeared predatoractually faces greatdanger at thehands of humans.

Research effortsfocused on theseasonally distinc-tive "tangerine"scent of theCrested Auklets ledto greater under-standing ofcourtship behavior.

In addition to broadening environmentalawareness by giving people many opportunitiesto experience and conserve the wonders ofnature, the Aquarium demonstrates leadershipas a “green” organization. There are manyways that Aquarium staff manages their uniquefacility to address costs to our environmentaland financial resources. This review of theAquarium’s sustainable practices and corporateresponsibility reflects initiatives from 2005 aswell as endeavors that began in previous years.

Since the Aquarium opened, husbandrystaff has worked to make the most sustainable food choices for our animals.Maintaining the same standards that weadvocate in seafood choices for human consumption, the Aquarium purchases foodthat qualifies as either “good” or “best” onthe Seafood Watch Card. In 2005 all of ourfood choices for our animals were carefullyreviewed, and a new source for shrimp purchases was determined to support a more sustainable operation. The Aquariumalso ensures that the seafood served to ourguests in Café Scuba is sustainable.

Maintaining the temperature of theexhibits is the largest energy demand of theAquarium. Cogeneration is an effective andefficient form of power generation and isideal for facilities that operate their buildingall hours of the day and throughout the year.A 1,360 kilowatt cogeneration plant wasinstalled to provide 80 percent of theAquarium's own power. The cogenerationsystem uses natural gas engines to simulta-neously produce electricity and heat that isless polluting than the energy provided by

the local utility. The electricity is used tomeet the Aquarium's power needs whilewaste heat recaptured from the plant is used tocreate additional energy savings by providinghot and chilled water for the facility.

New floors were installed in theAquarium’s Pacific Collections retail store that are made from bamboo, which is a more replenishable source for flooring thanother woods. Where possible, the Aquariumpurchases materials from companies that offercradle-to-cradle products, such as our carpeting.When the Aquarium’s carpet needs to bereplaced, the Aquarium will return the carpetto its manufacturer to recycle the old one intoa new carpet. The Aquarium also uses low-voc(volatile organic compound) paints throughoutthe Aquarium to improve overall air quality.

In an average year, the Aquarium recyclesapproximately 30 tons of cardboard, 350pounds of aluminum, 1,250 pounds of plastics,2,150 pounds of glass, 2,000 pounds of whiteledger paper, and 6,700 pounds of otherpaper. Three of the Aquarium’s general usevehicles for staff are powered by natural gas.The Aquarium replaced 19 urinals throughoutthe facility with waterless models, savingabout 360,000 gallons of water per year.

As we continue to expand the Aquariumand make improvements to our facility, we willcontinue to search for the most environmentallyresponsible supplies. For all future additionsto the Aquarium as part of our master plan,we plan to meet LEED standards. It is withthe principles of sustainability in mind thatwe move into the future.

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The Aquarium’sPacific Collectionsgift store featuresbamboo floors.

The Aquariumensures that ouranimals’ food is notonly of the highestquality, but also is purchased from sustainableproviders.

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Volunteers help make the Aquarium’spresence known throughout the Southlandthrough the Community Outreach Program,which consists of both a Booth Program anda Speaker’s Bureau. Almost entirely volunteerrun, the Community Outreach Program isinvolved in both marketing of the Aquariumand increasing public ocean literacy by taking part in education fairs, seminars, and community events.

In 2005 the Booth Program participatedin 44 events throughout Los Angeles andOrange Counties, logging over 800 volunteerhours and traveling more than 5,000 miles.Managed and almost entirely staffed by twodedicated volunteers, Robin Thornton andLeah Young, the Booth Program could be seenfrom Malibu to Dana Point. Some weekendsfound them at as many as four events.

Eight volunteer speakers from theSpeaker’s Bureau gave 24 presentations to over 1,000 guests in Los Angeles and OrangeCounties, highlighting the Aquarium’s exhibits,classes, and availability for special events.Venues included dive and yacht clubs, localbusinesses, and community groups. Oneunique venue for the Speaker’s Bureau was jury waiting rooms, where Speaker’s Bureauvolunteer coordinator Terry Tibor discovereda captive audience eager to learn about the Aquarium.


The Aquarium’s 2005 team of volunteers was composed of 859 individuals plus severalgroups, providing the equivalent of 50 full-timeemployees. This unpaid staff extended theAquarium’s operating budget by $1,786,567*.Volunteers play a significant role in the work ofalmost every department, bringing with thema passion and dedication that both inspiresand ignites the energies of our paid staff.

Volunteers at the Aquarium range in age from 10 to 86. Youth under the age of 16 participate by volunteering with a parent,as Family Volunteers. These parent/childteams are active in guest services, the PacificCollections gift store, and education. In addition, the Aquarium has been able to createa win-win situation with students needingService Learning hours for high school. Thesehigh school students staffed our craft tables atfestivals and member events throughout theyear, providing youthful guidance to childrenwhile giving regular volunteers the availabilityfor interpretive responsibilities elsewhere.

Volunteers are a valuable part of theAquarium family. In sadness, we note thepassing of two great volunteers and friends,Fred McQuilkin and Lorie Lindahl. Theytouched us and our guests with their steadfastcommitment to our mission.

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The Value of Volunteers

A CommunityPresence

2005 COMMUNITYOUTREACH TEAM

Detra AmosDick BobergMarte BrunstingIvolou CorstonDan DabelsteinLynn GravesVal HoffmanCarol Iazzeta Joan KatzKen KatzDeeAnn KleberKen KurtisAgi LontaiBob MasonBruce MonroeCorinne MonroeKim MooreStan NathansonFiona NelsonSteffeney RigginsRobin ThorntonTerry TiborDiane WitmoerLeah Young

*According to figures provided by The Independent Sector inWashington, D.C.

Donations from individuals, foundations, and corporations, help provide resourcessuch as 15 pounds of shrimp, squid, andclams for each of our three sea otters everysingle day; seven million gallons of clean sea water for our exhibits each year; and veterinary resources to keep our animalswell. In addition, the unrestricted andrestricted income generated by fundraising is instrumental in providing award-winningeducational opportunities and mission-driven conservation programs to 1.3 millionvisitors annually.

Unrestricted IncomeOCEAN CONSERVATION AWARDS GALAThe Aquarium of the Pacific’s annual Ocean Conservation Awards Gala honorsindividuals and organizations that make significant contributions to environmentalconservation and education. Dr. JaredDiamond, as our scientific honoree; Dr. Roger Payne, as our conservation honoree; and Edison International, as ourinstitutional honoree, were recognized in2005 for their outstanding achievements.

SEA FAREThe Aquarium’s second annual Sea Fareoffered guests a taste of the town with adiverse array of food from 16 local restaurants.The evening featured live music and bothsilent and live auctions.

PACIFIC CIRCLEThe Pacific Circle is the Aquarium’s distinctivegroup of leadership donors that contributemajor gifts in support of the Aquarium’s mission.Pacific Circle members receive opportunities for involvement, exclusive events, and additionalbenefits. The 270 Pacific Circle donors arelisted on pages 28-30.

AQUARIUM EDUCATION FUNDThe Aquarium Education Fund supports allaspects of the Aquarium of the Pacific’s edu-cation programs. While ensuring a valuablelearning experience for more than 200,000schoolchildren and teachers annually, theEducation Fund also enables the purchase ofnew teaching materials such as books andoutreach supplies, covers the maintenance ofthe classroom aquariums and tidepools, andsupports the Aquarium on Wheels. In addi-tion, over 1,000 teachers each year are able

Fundraising Efforts

As a non-profit organization, the Aquarium depends on private donations

and grants to realize our mission and provide guests with a world-class

experience. Annual fundraising programs provide vital income to run the

Aquarium, which requires more than $3.2 million every year to pay for

the animals’ food and care, staff training, and more.

F U N D R A I S I N G



to take advantage of a variety of trainingopportunities and educational resources at the Aquarium thanks to the AquariumEducation Fund. The Capital GroupCompanies, the Kenneth T. and Eileen L. Norris Foundation, and the NorthropGrumman Corporation provide major contri-butions to the Aquarium Education Fund.

SUMMER ODYSSEY RAFFLEThe Aquarium of the Pacific sold more than 7,500 tickets for its annual raffle of aHonda vehicle, donated by American HondaMotor Co., Inc. Charter Member RaedeanRona was the 2005 winner of a HondaOdyssey EX Minivan.

ADOPT AN ANIMAL PROGRAMThe Aquarium’s Adopt an Animal Programprovides an opportunity to sponsor a favoriteAquarium animal. All donors received a certificate, a photo of the adopted animal, andan animal fact sheet. The annual Adopt ParentNight provides sponsors with an opportunityto meet animal care staff. With 11 choices ofanimals to sponsor, the Adopt an AnimalProgram arranged 675 adoptions in 2005.

SPONSORSHIPSThe Aquarium of the Pacific is a unique location for a naming opportunity for sponsors. Individuals or organizations maysponsor specific exhibits, cultural festivals, or other events to receive name recognitionin the Aquarium and elsewhere. For example,American Honda Motor Co., Inc.’s HondaOdyssey division was the official summersponsor of Whales: A Journey with Giants,and Union Bank of California sponsored theBaja Splash festival in 2005.

OCEAN EXPEDITIONSIn March the Aquarium chartered its first five-day expedition to San Ignacio Lagoon in

Baja California, Mexico to see the graywhales for which the area is known. In this isolated sanctuary, members of theAquarium’s Pacific Circle experienced an up close encounter with these whales.

In August the Aquarium partnered with the Channel Islands National MarineSanctuary to offer a three-day tour of the Channel Islands. While exploring these pristine islands, Aquarium membersobserved humpback whales, elephant seals,dolphins, seabirds, and other wildlife.

ADDITIONAL GIFT APPEALSMembers, Pacific Circle donors, and othercontributors supported two mail campaignappeals in 2005. To encourage increased giving from individuals to the Aquarium, Stephen and Brenda Olson offered their second matching challenge grant during the end-of-year mailing.

DONOR KIOSKSTwo donor kiosks were added to theAquarium of the Pacific in 2005. Located inthe Great Hall near the Pacific Collections giftstore and in Shark Lagoon, the kiosks drawattention to the Aquarium’s non-profit status

Rona, the winner of our SummerOdyssey Raffle,drove away in a 2006 HondaOdyssey EXMinivan.


Our binturongambassador is one of 11 animalsavailable for sponsorship in our Adopt anAnimal Program.


and encourage philanthropy of all sizes fromthe Aquarium’s 1.3 million annual visitors. The kiosks were designed by the Trustees of the Pacific, a group of leaders with a personalcommitment to the community that supportsthe Aquarium’s education and conservationprograms.

CAR AND BOAT DONATIONSDonations of used cars, vans, motorcycles,trucks, recreational vehicles, boats, commercialvehicles, and even aircraft support theAquarium. The National Charity SupportFoundation received donations of 24 vehicleson behalf of the Aquarium in 2005.

MATCHING GIFTSMany employers encourage their employeesto donate to non-profit organizations like theAquarium of the Pacific by offering to matchtheir contributions, thereby doubling ortripling the support. A link on the Aquarium’swebsite takes visitors to a database that listsmany companies nationwide that match gifts.

Special Projects

WATERSHED EDUCATION AND EXHIBITThrough competitive grants and the supportof benefactors, the Aquarium raised morethan $2 million to fund a new environmentalclassroom and watershed exhibit. Scheduledto open in 2007, the exhibit and classroomwill reveal the history and health of the SanGabriel and Los Angeles Rivers and theirwatersheds. Surrounded by native landscaping,the exhibit will illustrate the watersheds of San Pedro Bay as they exist today and as they existed historically, before humansettlement. Lead support for this projectcame from the San Gabriel and Lower LosAngeles Rivers and Mountains Conservancy.Additional support came from the AmericanPlastics Council, the California CoastalConservancy, the Institute of Museum andLibrary Services, the Water ReplenishmentDistrict of Southern California, MetropolitanWater District of Southern California, and LosAngeles County Supervisor Don Knabe.

WHALES: A JOURNEY WITH GIANTSThrough a multisensory experience of light,sound, and imagery, the Aquarium’s Great Hallis transformed into the underwater realm ofthe blue whale in Whales: A Journey withGiants. Major support from BT InfonetServices Corporation, NOAA’s NationalMarine Sanctuary Program, and EdisonInternational made this experience possible.Additional funding was provided by the 2004staff campaign and Esther Chao.

CESAR CHAVEZ ELEMENTARY SCHOOLAs an educational partner to the Cesar ChavezElementary School, the Aquarium of the Pacificengages students, teachers, and parentsthrough programs at both the school and theAquarium. With the goal of becoming a modelfor increasing science literacy in urban at-risk


The Aquarium'snew environmentalclassroom andwatershed exhibitare scheduled toopen in 2007.


youth through museum-school partnerships,Aquarium educators are onsite at the schoolevery week with hands-on science activitiesthat emphasize marine science. Each class visits the Aquarium once per year and participates in a classroom or theater programas well. The Aquarium’s commitment to offeringthis resource would not be possible without thesupport of THUMS Long Beach Company/Occidental Petroleum Corporation, the EarlB. and Loraine H. Miller Foundation, and theDwight Stuart Youth Foundation. See page12 for more on the Cesar Chavez Elementaryeducational partnership.

AQUARIUM SCHOLARSHIP FUNDThrough donations to the AquariumScholarship Fund, students from Title Ischools in Southern California’s underservedneighborhoods are given the chance to visitthe Aquarium. The Aquarium ScholarshipFund has provided free admission (and bustransportation, in some cases) to more than114,000 schoolchildren since its inception in 1999. Thanks to major grants from TheBoeing Company, the Earl B. and Loraine H. Miller Foundation, and the B.C. McCabeFoundation, this fund brought more than19,000 children to the Aquarium free ofcharge in 2005.

THE NAUTILUS SOCIETY: PLANNED GIVINGThe Nautilus Society was created to recognizethose individuals who have chosen to supportthe Aquarium by leaving a lasting legacy witha bequest, charitable gift annuity, or one ofmany other planned gifts. Some planned giftscan provide an annual income stream for thelife of one or more beneficiaries while alsoallowing donors and their families to receiveincome and estate tax benefits. Members ofthe Nautilus Society ensure the Aquarium’sfuture ability to provide ocean education forgenerations to come.


Dr. Lance Adams,the Aquarium's veterinarian, usesthe new portableultrasound equipment to perform an examon a sea lion.

STAFF CAMPAIGNThe 2005 staff campaign raised over$40,000 to purchase a portable ultrasoundfor use by the Aquarium’s veterinarian, Dr. Lance Adams. This support illustratesthe personal commitment of employeesand volunteers to provide first-rate care for the Aquarium’s 12,500 animals.

Ultrasounds pass sound wavesthrough the body and are excellent toolsfor looking at soft internal organs such asthe heart, lungs, liver, stomach, and eyes.The ultrasound purchased for the Aquariumis portable and can be used anywhere inthe Aquarium facility. With the ability to carefor our animals in their own habitats, we areable to minimize the stress experienced byour patients. Because water is such a goodconductor of sound, scans on fish andsharks can be done simply by holding theultrasound probe a few inches away from thepart of the animal being examined.

The Aquarium’s ultrasound machine can also record up to several minutes of anexam, which gives Dr. Adams the flexibility to scan an animal in the Aquarium and thenanalyze the images later. The images can beprinted or saved to a disk to collaborate withother animal care specialists. And, althoughit is the size of a laptop computer, this criticalmachine can be used on animals of all sizes.


Major Donors

AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.American Honda Motor Co., Inc. is theAquarium’s single largest contributor and a founding sponsor. In its third year of a four-year million-dollar pledge, AmericanHonda continued to support the Aquariumon many fronts beyond this vital contribution.The donation of a 2006 Honda Odyssey EXMinivan, valued at more than $30,000, helpedmake the second annual raffle a success.Continuing the tradition of providing Hondavehicles for Aquarium use, American Hondadonated an Odyssey minivan, a natural gas-powered Civic, and two clean-running CF130outboard motors for the Aquarium’s researchvessel. The company also provided a grant of$50,000 to support the summer presentationof Whales: A Journey with Giants.

AMERICAN PLASTICS COUNCILThe American Plastics Council presented the Aquarium with $100,000 towards anexhibit pillar in the new watershed exhibit.*Information about plastics in our ocean and what individuals can do to reduce plastic litter and marine debris will be featured on this pillar.

THE BOEING COMPANYA strong supporter of the Aquarium’s education programs, The Boeing Companyprovided the final $75,000 contribution in2005 toward a three-year $225,000 pledge.This vital funding supports the BoeingTeacher Institute (see page 13), the BoeingTeacher Open House (see page 13), andscholarships. A gift of $15,000 supported the Ocean Conservation Awards Gala. Inaddition to The Boeing Company’s support,the Employees Community Fund of BoeingCalifornia donated $25,000 to the Aquarium’sEducation Fund.

BT INFONETThe Aquarium of the Pacific received a total of$117,000 from BT Infonet in 2005. As a majorsponsor of Whales: A Journey with Giants, BTInfonet donated $100,000. The company wasalso a $10,000 underwriter of the sixth annualOcean Conservation Awards Gala. Furthersupport came from BT Infonet for their PacificCircle membership and for a contributiontowards a Magic Planet® digital video globefor the Aquarium’s educational efforts.

CALIFORNIA COASTAL CONSERVANCYThe California Coastal Conservancy awardedthe Aquarium $80,000 in support of OurWatershed Story, the public component ofthe Aquarium’s upcoming watershed exhibit.*

EDISON INTERNATIONALA longtime supporter of the Aquarium,Edison International gave $75,000 toward apledge of $250,000 to the Whales: A Journeywith Giants permanent exhibition to expandthe educational components, including additional exhibitry. A gift of $15,000 supportedthe Ocean Conservation Awards Gala. EdisonInternational was the original funder of thetwo models of Edi and her calf, Edison, thatare featured in the Whales: A Journey withGiants presentation.

INSTITUTE OF MUSEUM AND LIBRARY SERVICESAs part of its Museums for America program,the Institute of Museum and Library Sciences(IMLS) awarded the Aquarium of the Pacific a grant of $150,000 toward the creation of an interactive watershed model of the LosAngeles and San Gabriel Rivers, which will bethe focal point of the new watershed exhibit.*


*For more information on the new classroom and watershed exhibit, see page 24.

METROPOLITAN WATER DISTRICT OFSOUTHERN CALIFORNIAThe Metropolitan Water District of SouthernCalifornia awarded the Aquarium a $75,000City makeover grant for a “green” roof on theLEED (Leadership in Energy and EnvironmentalDesign) platinum-certified education classroomand surrounding native landscaping throughoutthe watershed exhibit.*

NATIONAL OCEANOGRAPHIC ANDATMOSPHERIC ADMINISTRATION (NOAA)NOAA’s National Marine Sanctuaries Systemsponsored Whales: A Journey with Giants witha contribution of $39,000. Another $29,000 wasdonated for teacher training workshops held byNOAA that were conducted at the Aquarium.

PACIFIC LIFE FOUNDATIONThe Pacific Life Foundation contributed $34,000towards the enhancement of the Whales: Voicesin the Sea interactive kiosk exhibit with a thirdviewing screen and an online componentwhere visitors can now learn about and listento the calls of whales and watch interviewswith scientists on the Aquarium’s website.

SAN GABRIEL AND LOS ANGELES RIVERSAND MOUNTAINS CONSERVANCYThe Aquarium was awarded a grant of $1.3million dollars from the San Gabriel and LosAngeles Rivers and Mountains Conservancyto build watershed exhibits and an environ-mental education classroom surrounded bynative landscaping.*

STEVE AND BRENDA OLSONPacific Circle Gold Sponsors Steve and BrendaOlson issued a $40,000 challenge grant for thefall mail appeal campaign. They also donatedan additional $2,000 for a contribution towardthe educational Magic Planet® digital videoglobe for the Aquarium.

THUMS LONG BEACH COMPANY/OCCIDENTAL PETROLEUM CORPORATIONTHUMS Long Beach Company (through its parent company, Occidental PetroleumCorporation) supported the Aquarium in2005 with $25,000 toward the Aquarium partnership with Cesar Chavez ElementarySchool and $25,000 for the creation of adeep salt water well onsite in an effort tosupplement or replace the Aquarium’scurrent sources of seawater.

WATER REPLENISHMENT DISTRICT OFSOUTHERN CALIFORNIAThe Aquarium was awarded a $350,000 five-year grant from the Water ReplenishmentDistrict of Southern California to support the Aquarium’s watershed education efforts,with an emphasis on groundwater issues. The grant included $250,000 for the creationof a new watershed curriculum entitled It AllFlows to Me with accompanying scholarshipfunds and a $100,000 grant to the new watershed education classroom exhibit.



Cesar Chavez students share their understandingof marine life withtheir parents.


$300,000+

American Honda Motor Co., Inc.

$250,000+

Rivers and Mountains Conservancy

$100,000+

American Plastics Council

BT Infonet

Water Replenishment District ofSouthern California

$75,000+

The Boeing Company

Edison International

$40,000+

NOAA National Marine Sanctuaries

Stephen and Brenda Olson

Pacific Life Foundation

The Pepsi Bottling Group

THUMS Long Beach Company/Occidental Petroleum Corporation

$25,000+

Anonymous

LeBurta Atherton Foundation

Dwight Stuart Youth Foundation

Employees Community Fund ofBoeing California

King's Seafood Company

Los Angeles County Supervisor Don Knabe

KUD International

B.C. McCabe Foundation

The Earl B. and Loraine H. MillerFoundation

The Kenneth T. and Eileen L. NorrisFoundation

Northrop Grumman Corporation

$10,000+

Brek Manufacturing Company

Capital Group Companies CharitableFoundation and Matching Gift Program

City of Long Beach Department ofPublic Works/Adopt a Waterway

CORE (Consortium for OceanographicResearch & Education)

The Walt Disney Company

Edwin and Maryann Feo

Dr. Allen and Charlotte Ginsburg

The Jacoby Family

Kajima Construction Services

Jean and Charles Lane

Long Beach Water Department

Metropolitan Water District ofSouthern California

Milbank, Tweed, Hadley & McCloy LLP

Molina Healthcare, Inc.

John and Michelle Molina

Luther and Ginger Nussbaum

The Olson Company

The Port of Long Beach

Jerry R. and Margaret H. Schubel

The Simons Foundation

SMG Catering

Marvin and Mariclare Suomi

TCS Translations

Tidelands Oil Production Company

$5,000+

Anonymous

Loraine Ackerman

Bank of America Foundation

Bank of the West

Bixby Land Company

Bovis Lend Lease, Inc.

BP America Inc.

Esther S.M. Chao

Comerica Bank

Confidence Foundation

Steve and Fran Conley

Cordoba Corporation

Dominic and Margaret DeCristofaro

The DeLong Family

Farmers & Merchants Bank

First Consulting Group

GeoEco

Jim and Gail Gray

Halbert, Hargrove/Russell LLP

Roy and Elda Hearrean

Bess J. Hodges Foundation

Coral and Ron Levin

Long Beach Energy

Betty White Ludden

Steven and Niko Mayer

Jack and Mary McFerran

Michael and Inez McKinnon

Paul and Patti Mickelsen

National Charity Support Foundation

Douglas and Freda Hinsche Otto

Pacific Retail Partners

Parker & Covert LLP

Dennis C. Poulsen and Suzanne M.Poulsen

Lynne M. Preslo and Wayne N. Sawka

Donors


The Aquarium of the Pacific isproud to acknowledge the followingindividuals, foundations, corpora-tions, and government partnerswho generously contributed $1,000or more in 2005. As a non-profitinstitution, the Aquarium relies on and deeply appreciates philanthropic support at all levels.

The Pacific Circleis the Aquarium’s premier group of

philanthropic supporters. Thesedistinguished leaders make it possible for the Aquarium to offera wide range of award-winning educational opportunities and mission-driven conservation programs. In appreciation, theAquarium provides unparalleledopportunities for involvement andan array of exclusive benefits.Pacific Circle donors are includedin the listing below.


RDM Investments, Inc.

Dr. Alan Robb and Dr. GuadalupePadilla-Robb

Rose Hills Company

Kurt Schulzman and Richard Neri

Richard & Elizabeth Steele Fund

Tom Turney and Jill Boivin

U.S. Bank Corporate Trust Services

Union Bank of California

William Waterhouse and Barbara LongWaterhouse

Wells Fargo Bank

$2,500+

Anonymous

Dr. Mary Jane Adams

Jacqueline Allen

Yvonne M. Bogdanovich

James and Elizabeth Breslauer

Jeanne M. Brodeur

Carnival Corporation

Doug and Holly Carpenter

Donald and Sally Clark

Kenneth and Jeanne Conklin

Cortina Productions

Electrosonic Systems, Inc.

Dr. James and Sue Femino/Femino Foundation

Ella Fitzgerald Charitable Foundation

William A. Garlin Jr.

Ron and Susan Gastelum

Frederick and Leslie Gaylord

The J. Paul Getty Trust

Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP

Patrick V. Gough Co., Inc.

Bob and Jennifer Hagle

James C. and Jorene Hankla

Madeline and Donald Heimark

Russell and Avalon Hill

Matt and Lisa Humphreys

JBS & Associates

Gary and Cheryl Justice

Kajima Foundation, Inc.

Keesal, Young & Logan

David H. Kiesling

The Kleiner Cohen Foundation

Trish and Don Lange

Michael and Vanessa Lewis

Ed and Deb Lyszczek

Harlan and Phyllis Miller

Mark and Cynthia Milstein

Mario and Therese Molina

Mona and Dr. Jeffrey W. Morris

William and Kathleen Mudd

Marsha Naify

Alex G. Nason Foundation

Edwin W. Pauley Foundation

William and Patricia Ralston

Securitas Security Services USA Inc.

Sidley Austin LLP

Thomas and Elizabeth Snow

Sony Pictures Entertainment

Barbara H. Stevens

Richard and Barbara Stratton

Len and JoAnn Todisco

Gary Wheeler and Barbara Yoshioka-Wheeler

$1,500+

Anonymous (2)

Begin Today for Tomorrow CharitableFoundation

Marc A. and Tara R. Bilbao

Jean Bixby Smith

Phil and Charlene Bosl

Bonnie Brae

Lee and Joseph Cerrell

Larry and Erin Collins

Paul Cooley and Rebecca G. Gladson

Dameron Family Foundation

Tiffany A. de Ruosi

Gordon and Susan DesCombes

Dr. Charles and Margaret Durnin

Don and Gay Durward

ERM Foundation

Roland and Stephanie Fournier

Jacky Glass

John and Elizabeth Hancock

Joseph Herron and Patricia Baird

Radm John and Nancy Higginson

Val and Bob Hoffman

Mark and Mary Hoover

Michael and Diane Jensen

Graham and Mary Ellen Kilsby

The Levin Family

Mayfair High School EnvironmentalScience Group

Neil McClean and Hilary Garland

Nancy and Chas Merrill

Moffat & Nichol International

Jeffrey Morgan and Kim Knepper

Joan B. Pauloo

John F. Penny and Ryan Caplette

Lindsey Philpott and Kim E. Moore

Nancy and Byron Pinckert

Carl and Mary Raymond

Will J. Reid Foundation

Nicholas L. Saakvitne and Sharon L.Heritage

John T. Shadden, Smith Barney

Kash and Theresa Sheikh

Charles and Ellen Steinmetz

Eiko and Floyd Stewart

Dr. Carolyn E. Summers

Ueberroth Family Foundation

$1,000+

Anonymous (2)

The Aaroe Associates CharitableFoundation

Tamara Achauer

Dr. Lance Adams

Afrikaan American Club and FrenchClub of Paramount High School

David and Merryl Alpert

Daniel and Theresa Aranda

Len and Karen Atkins

Bernard and Debbie Babcock

Doug and Connie Baker

John and Corinne Bertrand

Barbara Bixby Blackwell

Richard Boucher and Andrea Amram

George and Judy Breshears



Margaret Brewer and Steven Guest

Elizabeth A. Briggs

George and Jann Buaiz

Bubba Gump Shrimp Co.

John and Debra Cavanagh

Vince and Devon Cichoski

Robert A. Collins

David Comer and Elsie Tucker

Cindy and John Costello

Marjorie Countryman

John Crochet

Tim and June Cummings

Steve and Jackie Dodge

David and Kathy Dunn

Steven L. and Karen M. Eakle

Viktoria Engel Tyer and Emily Engel

Ensemble Investments, LLC

Enviro Communications, Inc.

Esherick Homsey Dodge and Davis

Falcon Waterfree Technologies

Charles Z. and Meri L. Fedak

Cecile Fisher and Isaias Castellanos

Adele W. Fortune and Steve Nash

Franklin Electronic Publishers

Russ and Karen Frerer

Taylor, Deacon and Otis Frey

Debbie and Bob Fults

Geof Garth and Jean Egan

Rocky and Deborah Gentner

Sandra B. George

The Granite Group

Greater Los Angeles OncologyMedical Corporation

Richard, Virginia, Shannon, Lauren,and Matthew Harting

Dr. Carl, Elise and Shelby Hartman

Otto and Shirley Henke

Gretchen Hinman

The Hite Family

Steven and Marsha Hively

Janet Horenstein

Bill Horton and Martha E. Guevara

Albert C. Hu and Michele E. Brantner

Warren and Ghislaine Iliff

Ingram Micro

Dr. Masashi and Teruko Itano

Ann L. Johnson

G. Bradford and Joan H. Jones

George and Bettina Kallins

Michael and Catherine King

Sam and Janet King

Jeanne and Ron Kipp

Patrick M. Kohler

Irene Kurata

Richard and Linda Landes

Robert and Nancy Latimer

Ms. Laura Loftin

Long Beach City College Foundation

Bob and Loretta Luskin

Mike and Georgie Lynch

John and Jacklyn Marcus

Mark IV Capital, Inc.

Gary and Gretchen Marlotte

Margie and Jon Masterson

Cindy L. Matsumoto and Gary Y.Matsumoto, Ed.D.

Margaret A. Maw

Jerry and Colleen McDonald

Kelly Sutherlin McLeod and Steven B.McLeod

Norman and Suzanne Metcalfe

Henry J. Meyer

Theodore N. Miller

Harriet M. Miller

Minnie Gant Elementary

Lee and Saundra Minshull

Corinne and Bruce Monroe

Kristine A. Morris and Brigida A.Knauer

David and Charlotte Morrison

Michael K. Nakashoji

Kathie Nirschl

David and Tina Nishida

Alex and Margie Norman

NRG El Segundo Operations Inc.

Laurie J. Nye

Richard and Donice Pancost

Rosellen and Harry Papp

Scott and Nicole Pearson

Peerless Injection Molding Inc.

Carol Phillips

Kristopher and Marie Plaskey

Lyn and John Pohlmann

Barbara A. Pollack and John A.Burkholder

Charles and Deborah Reames

Russell Remington

Winifred W. Rhodes

Janet and Fred Riedman

Steven and Robin Roffer

Jonathan and Barbara Roth

John and Susanne Rouse

Jonathan and Jamie Saltman

Shirley Saltman

Ned and Irene Sasaki

Russell S. Schwartz and Susan D.Goland

Jerry Shaw and Barbara Hemmerich

Cynthia K. Shelton

Shlemmer Investments

Rhonda and William Simmons

Andrew and Erin Sloves

Dr. Preston and Nancy Smith

Richard C. Smith and Patricia Frobes

Southwest Securities, Inc

Jeffrey Spofford

Duane and Vicky Stanton

Paul and Marcia Stelling

Sage and Debra Stevens

Alexandra and Terrence Sullivan

Brooke and Bob Sundstrom

Scott Sweetow and Lisa Green

Geraldine M. Tokar

Eric and Brandree Tomikawa

John G. Uriostegui

Jack and Dori Vance

Tamara L. White and Marie White

Windes & McClaughry

Randy and Nancy Wolfe

Howard and Jane Wright

Leah C. Young


Jerry Glass

Ione Groom and HerbieRichards

Jacqualine Johnston

Patrick James Kelly

Fred McQuilkin

Ray and Lillie Reynolds

Paula Shyko

Phil Spry

Margaret Teschke

Michael Walter

Carmelita Watts


Air Pacific, Fiji's International Airline

American Honda Motor Co., Inc.

BANCAP

Tim Barr, Rosser Design

Belmont Brewing Company

Beqa Lagoon Resort

The Boeing Company

Bradford Renaissance Portraits

Bubba Gump Shrimp Co.

Buono's Authentic Pizzeria

Buster's Beach House & Longboard Bar

California Pizza Kitchen

Celebrity Cruises

Cha Cha's Caribbean Fusion Cuisine

Clipper Cruise Line

Jose and Brigitte Collazo

Dale and Barbara Dinsmore

DSaster1 Consulting, Inc.

Extreme Pizza

Farmers & Merchants Bank

Four Seasons Resorts Bali

FujiFilm USA

GeoEco, Inc.

George's Greek Cafe

Bob and Jennifer Hagle

Harmony Ball Co.

Interactive Health

Islands Fine Burgers & Drinks

King's Fish House

King's Seafood Company

Korean Air

Matt Kotch

Lindblad Expeditions

Mai Tai Bar

Maui Wowi Hawaiian Coffee & Smoothies

McKenna's on the Bay

Med Rep Associates

Olives Gourmet Grocer

Parkers' Lighthouse

Press Telegram

RetroVision Productions, Inc.

Travis Rosser, Rosser Design

Rossmoor Pastries

Rowley Portraiture

Hugh T. Ryono

Elio Samame

Seasoft Scuba

Seth D. Glasco

Sidley Austin LLP

SMG Catering

Southwest Airlines

John Strong

Taco Beach Cantina

Richard H. Theiss

TUSA

Viking River Cruises

West Marine

In Kind Donors

In Memory Of In Honor Of

Edna Brock

Paul Cooley and Rebecca Gladson

Jessica Cummings

Warren Iliff

Alan Bruce Moore

Alicia Moldstad

Cortney Nelson

Kurt Schulzman and Richard Neri

Donations have been made to the Aquarium of thePacific in memory of the following people who haverecently passed away. We at the Aquarium of thePacific extend our deepest sympathies to the familyand friends of:

To commemorate a special occasion, milestone, or birthday, donations can be made to the Aquariumof the Pacific. The following people have been honored in 2005:


F I N A N C I A L S

Operating revenues increased by 13% over the prior year due to strong attendance, an18% increase in memberships and support, and a 12% increase in ancillary spending andparking revenue. The Aquarium generated $2.2 million in operating profit in each year to fund the rent to the City of Long Beach for the aquarium building. The increase in oper-ating expenses over 2004 reflected an increase in advertising costs in the SouthernCalifornia market and an investment in building new programs and exhibits.

2005 2004

Total Attendance 1,285,000 1,249,000

Operating & Support Revenue $27,856,000 $24,737,000

Operating & Support Expenses $23,001,000 $21,130,000

Operating Net Income $4,855,000 $3,607,000

Operating Net Income % 17% 15%

Reserve Replenishment $463,000 $1,048,000

Rent transfer to City of Long Beach $2,242,000 $2,158,000

Depreciation and Amortization $793,000 $492,000

Total Change in Net Assets 1,356,000 ($90,000)

In 2005 the Aquarium experienced a 3% increase in attendance—

representing the highest annual number of visitors since opening year.

FISCAL YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31

A Strong Year at the Aquarium


Admissions

Ancillary Spendingand Parking Revenue

Contributions,Membership, and Fundraising

Operating Interest and Other Earnings

Operating Revenues by Category

Programs and Marketing

Development and Membership

Administration

Operating Expenses by Category

2005 Attendance by Category

General Marketing

Membership and Other

Education

12%

12% 8%

8%

80%

80%

2%

23%

15%

21%22%

27%27%

52%

49%

64%

2005

2005

2004

2004


F I N A N C I A L S


AQUARIUM BOARD OF DIRECTORS(as of December 31, 2005)

Howard Chambers, Chairman

José Collazo

Stephen Conley

Gary DeLong

Edwin Feo

Bob Foster

Ron Gastelum

Jennifer Hagle, Board Secretary

James Hankla

Roy Hearrean

Russell T. Hill

E. Jan Kehoe, Co-Vice Chairman

Samuel King

Steven Mayer

Mario Molina

Luther Nussbaum

Stephen Olson

Douglas Otto

Carmen Perez

Dennis Poulsen

Lynne M. Preslo

Christopher Rommel

Jerry R. Schubel

Marvin J. Suomi

Thomas Turney, Co-Vice Chairman

MARINE CONSERVATIONRESEARCH INSTITUTE BOARD OF DIRECTORS(as of December 31, 2005)

Wolf H. Berger

Barbara A. Block

Laurel Harrison Breece

Gerald Capriulo

Ronland F. Fournier

Russell T. Hill

Roy Houston

Gary L. Justice

Lee Katz

Laura Kingsford

Anthony F. Michaels

Linwood Pendleton

Lynn M. Preslo

William Reeburgh

Jerry R. Schubel, Director

Paul A. Slavik

Craig M. Taylor

Richard J. Trent

Thomas W. Turney, Chairman

TRUSTEES OF THE PACIFIC(as of December 31, 2005)

Mary Jane Adams

Doug and Holly Carpenter

Esther Chao

Donald and Sally Clark

Tom and Annamarie Dean

Dominic and Margaret DeCristofaro

John and Vickie Dupuy

Walt and Linda Florie

Geof Garth and Jean Egan

Allen and Charlotte Ginsburg

Jim and Gail Gray

John and Elizabeth Hancock

John and Corinne Heyning

Radm John and Nancy Higginson

Matt and Lisa Humphreys

Warren and Ghislaine Iliff

Michael and Diane Jensen

Richard Katz

Renee and Jim Klein

Supervisor Don and Julie Knabe

John and Joan Knight

Charles and Jean Lane

Harlan and Phyllis Miller

John and Michelle Molina

James and Mary Montgomery

Charles Moore

William and Kathleen Mudd

Mayor Beverly O'Neill and WilliamO'Neill

Gainer and Lynne Pillsbury

Bill and Patty Ralston

Fred and Janet Riedman

Cathy Rigby and Tom McCoy

John and Patricia Shadden

William and Rhonda Simmons

Ric and Resa Trent, Chairman

Jack and Dori Vance

Ken and Nancy Walker

Bill Waterhouse

Steve and Marlene Young

A D M I N I S T R A T I O N

AQUARIUM EXECUTIVE OFFICERS(as of December 31, 2005)

Jerry R. Schubel, President and CEO

Vanessa Lewis, Vice President of Finance and CFO

Barbara Long, Vice President of Government Relations and Strategic Planning and Corporate Secretary

Warren Iliff, President Emeritus

AQUARIUM SENIOR STAFF(as of December 31, 2005)

Mary Beth Armbruster, Director of Membership

Jeanne Brodeur, Vice President of Development

Edward Cassano, Vice President of Programs and Exhibits

Amy Coppenger, Director of Education

Cecile Fisher, Acting Vice President of Communications and Marketing

Perry Hampton, Director of Husbandry

Kathie Nirschl, Vice President of Human Resources

Beth Redmond-Jones, Director of Exhibits

John Rouse, Vice President of Operations

Tina Sarty, Controller

Jeff Spofford, Director of Retail

Duane Stanton, Director of Information Technology

ANNUAL REPORT STAFF

Alexi Holford, Editor and Writer

Andrew Reitsma, Graphic Designer

Cecile Fisher, Editorial Advisor and Copy Editor

PHOTO CREDITS

Cecile Fisher (20 top left); Ken Kurtis (5 bottom right, 18 top); Jennifer K.Liebeler (7, 11 both, 12, 27); Sara Shoemaker Lind (15 bottom); NancyOttum (17 top); Andrew Reitsma (2, 3, 4, 5 top three, 8, 9, 10, 17 bottom,19 both, 20 top right & bottom left); Robin Riggs (23 top); GeorgianaSanchez (14); Robin Thornton (20 bottom right); Glenn Williams (15 top)

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