Orcas Near Spieden Channel
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Caudal Peduncle ThrowPhoto by Naturalist Kate Janes
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Tail WavePhoto by Naturalist Kate Janes
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Picking Up Speed
Photo by Naturalist Kate Janes
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Picking Up SpeedPhoto by Naturalist Kate Janes
"Before even exiting out of the marina our guests were treated to an uncommon sight. A Belted Kingfisher was perched atop the break water, sitting still as can be allowing guests to get a great look at the small shorebird. It seemed today was the day for Steller Sea Lions. We discovered 3 swimming in various locations throughout our journey. They cruised just barely below the surface allowing our eyes to follow their carmel colored bodies until they broke the surface for a breath. In Haro Strait we found Orcas! Moving northward they were spread out over a mile some traveling off shore while others hugged the shoreline so close that it seemed they would be rubbing against the rock! Set against the basalt their exhalations were highlighted creating great photo opportunities for our passengers. We spent time with Slick (J16) and her subpod consisting of Mike (J26), Keet (J33), Alki (J36) and sweet little Echo (J42). We also watched as Samish (J14) rolled about with her youngest J45 and Suttles (J40). The Orca finale came with great looks at Hy'shqa (J37), Doublestuff (J34), Blackberry (J27), Princess Angeline (J17) and her youngest J44. On our journey back towards Anacortes we did a nice slow pass near Spieden Island where we found Sitka Deer, Fallow Deer and even a Mouflon Sheep ram & ewe grazing under the tree line! At the waters edge we even found Harbor Seals soaking up the last of the days sunshine." - Naturalist Kate Janes
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