In this lesson, students will take on the role of park superintendent and create a plan to balance the needs of park visitors and humpback whales. The students will examine and discuss important legislation and how it affects the park. They will use facts about humpback whales and park visitation to create a press release about a new policy regarding humpbacks and humans. Background Humpback whales are an important part of Glacier Bay National Park. They are one of the animals that visitors most want to see but they are also an endangered animal that relies on Glacier Bay as a sanctuary for fo Duration: 60 Minutes Additional Standards: NS.5-8.6 Personal and Social Perspectives NS.5-8.7 History and Nature of Science Objective In this lesson, students will take on the role of park superintendent and create a plan to balance the needs of park visitors and humpback whales. The students will examine and.