About Observation Post #7 Coal Oil Point, Goleta, California, United States A Survey Site Observation Post #7 is the survey site for "Gray Whales Count," a non-profit organization that surveys the northbound migration. This is a typical gray whale blow. Notice the heart-shaped pattern. Photo: Michael H. Smith "Gray Whales Count" census at station at Coal Oil Point, Channel Islands     Coal Oil Point, California (34.40N, -119.69W)       This Season Teachers Kids Orientation Registration Search Copyright 1997-2008 Journey North. All Rights Reserved. Questions or comments? Contact us.