The Marine Mammal Center’s Post

So, Kickstart did a do-over. Released on the 5th of March, she was back in our care at The Marine Mammal Center six days later. The kind person who called found her huddled by a building in Pt. Reyes Station. I’ve shared Kickstart's story a few times to bring attention to her plight, all the marine mammals we care for each year, and how that care gives us a window into ocean health. Kickstart covered tens of tough miles of ocean waves swimming around Tomales Point to be found where she was, a couple kilos lighter and raising a flipper to signal she was ready to tap out. We were more than willing to take her in for further care.  We might have as few as one or as many as ten patients “re-strand” each year, which is far fewer than 1% of all those we treat. So, she’s indeed a rare bird. I’m glad to report that we’re ready to release her again! With more weight on her this time and a clean bill of health (again), she’ll break for the ocean waves of West Marin this Friday. Hold a good thought for this little trooper! Kickstart, Klaatu and Cavebear on March 5, 2025. Photo Credit: The Marine Mammal Center #MarineMammals #OneHealth #OceanConservation #SecondChance