Summer’s here and it’s the perfect time to get out on the water! Nothing beats a beautiful sunset as we cruise through Chuckanut & Bellingham Bays. Our Chuckanut Bay Cracked Crab dinner cruises, running every Friday and Saturday at 6:30 pm, are sold out this weekend, but we still have space on the rest of… Continue reading Chuckanut Bay Cracked Crab Cruises Sold Out This Friday/Saturday
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Great Whale Sightings On The Way To & From Victoria Yesterday
Yesterday we were lucky enough to see J-pod twice from the Victoria Star 2. First, we saw them on the way to Victoria, just off Bird Rocks, then we saw them on the way back at Salmon Bank. We saw the same group on the Island Commuter, during our whale watching tour from Friday Harbor.
Orca & Minke Whales Sighted Over The Last Two Days
Great whale sightings continue, with J & K pods located near Vendovi Island/Viti Rocks on Tuesday, and Orca and Minke whales found just west of San Juan Island yesterday. We are now seeing them frequently on our dedicated whale watching tours on the Island Commuter, as well as our trips to/from Victoria on the Victoria… Continue reading Orca & Minke Whales Sighted Over The Last Two Days
Lots & Lots Of Whales!
The Orca whale sightings have been great over the last couple of weeks. On one of our Victoria cruises we even hit what our captain called a “trifecta”, with sightings of 3 different species – Orcas, Minkes and a Gray whale. The weather has been kinda so-so in recent days, but the forecast is calling… Continue reading Lots & Lots Of Whales!
All 3 Resident Pods Of Orca Whales Spotted Yesterday!
Yesterday we had a chance to see all 3 pods of Orca Whales – J, K and L pods! In other exciting Orca news, K pod has a new member – K43 has been identified and is thought to be about 5 months old. (Photo courtesy of NW Cable News)
Orca Whales At Turn Point Lighthouse – 6/13/10
The weather was beautiful yesterday afternoon – we had a great day on the water. We were lucky to spot J-pod near the Turn Point lighthouse on Stuart Island. We also spotted a few Minke whales as well. We’re in the middle of peak season for whale spotting, so now’s a great time to go… Continue reading Orca Whales At Turn Point Lighthouse – 6/13/10
Essence Of Bellingham Photo Competition – Fairhaven Morning
The City of Bellingham just concluded their “Essence Of Bellingham” photo competition, and one of winners was “Fairhaven Morning” by Ken Salzman. It nicely captures Taylor Street Dock, Bellingham Bay, the Alaska Ferry Terminal, and if you look carefully enough, one of our vessels – the Victoria Star 2. Mayor Dan Pike said about the… Continue reading Essence Of Bellingham Photo Competition – Fairhaven Morning
Transient Orca Whales Spotted Today (Sunday 5/30)
Despite the so-so weather forcast, it’s turned out to be a decent day out on the water. Today we found a group of transient Orca whales just outside of Friday Harbor, during our whale watching tour. After watching them frolic for a while, we headed north to check out the wildlife at the north end… Continue reading Transient Orca Whales Spotted Today (Sunday 5/30)
Memorial Day Weekend Trips To The San Juan Islands & Victoria, BC
The long holiday weekend is coming up – a perfect time to take a trip to the San Juan Islands or Victoria, BC. We still have space available on our cruises this Friday, Saturday, Sunday or Monday. Reservations for our trips to the San Juan Islands or Victoria can be made through our website, or… Continue reading Memorial Day Weekend Trips To The San Juan Islands & Victoria, BC
Transient Orcas Spotted Today (Sunday 5/23)
The Island Commuter is out this afternoon viewing a group of transient Orcas, just south of Vancouver Island. Hopefully our Victoria Star passengers will also see them on our 5pm departure from Victoria as well!
