NOAA’s latest update on resident Orca Whale L-87, nicknamed Onyx, shows that he’s moving west, along with members of J-Pod. As of January 14th, they were out near Cape Flattery, the northwesternmost point of the contiguous United States. The whales were definitely on the move over the last four days, travelling about 300 miles or… Continue reading January 14 Update On Orca Whale L-87’s Movement – Headin' West
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January 10 Update On Orca Whale L-87's Recent Movement
NOAA issued an update on resident Orca Whale L-87, nicknamed Onyx, on January 10th. It looks like Onyx, as well as the members of J-pod with him, are in the same area. However, the chart below shows their movement, with them circling Texada and Lasqueti Islands. We will continue to post updates here, or you… Continue reading January 10 Update On Orca Whale L-87's Recent Movement
Follow Local Resident Orca Whale L-87 On NOAA’s Website
In late December the Northwest Fisheries Science Center tagged local resident Orca L-87 with a satellite linked tag. According to the Center, “The information gathered from this tag will address the data gap in winter distribution identified in the Recovery Plan as well as provide information for improving Critical Habitat designation. This technique has been… Continue reading Follow Local Resident Orca Whale L-87 On NOAA’s Website
New La Conner / Deception Pass Lunch Cruise Introduced
We are excited to introduce a brand new cruise for 2014 – our La Conner / Deception Pass Lunch Cruise from Bellingham, WA. We’ll be going out six Saturdays during the months of June, July and August, departing Bellingham at 10:30 am. This tour aboard the Salish Sea gives you a great opportunity to visit… Continue reading New La Conner / Deception Pass Lunch Cruise Introduced
2013 Bellingham Central Lion’s Club Christmas Ship A Huge Success
The Victoria Star 2 arrived back last night after a wonderful weekend in the San Juan and Gulf Islands, spreading joy, toys and treats to kids throughout the Salish Sea. Volunteers with the Bellingham Lion’s Club dressed as pirates and clowns, handing out handmade toys and balloon swords, and of course Santa was on board… Continue reading 2013 Bellingham Central Lion’s Club Christmas Ship A Huge Success
10% Off 2014 San Juan Cruises Gift Certificates
Looking to get your holiday shopping done early? San Juan Cruises has gift certificates available for our 2014 season. It’s the perfect holiday gift for friends, family or co-workers. Gift certificates for our Whale Watching Adventure Cruise, <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www web based project management tool.whales.com/Cruises/Cracked-Crab-Evening-Cruise.aspx” target=”_blank”>Chuckanut Cracked Crab Dinner Cruise, Sucia Island Picnic Cruise, unWINEd On The Bay Wine Tasting… Continue reading 10% Off 2014 San Juan Cruises Gift Certificates
Christmas Ship 2013 With The Bellingham Lions Club
The Bellingham Lions will be taking out the Victoria Star 2 again for their annual Christmas Ship cruise in the San Juan and Canadian Gulf Islands. Santa will be aboard, delivering gifts and cheer to children throughout the islands. It’s a tradition that’s now in it’s 66th year. Whatcom Magazine just ran a nice feature… Continue reading Christmas Ship 2013 With The Bellingham Lions Club
Whales & Wildlife Report – September 19, 2013
Super Pod! We saw all three local pods of Orca Whales on Thursday – a “super pod” is what local whale watchers call a gathering of members of J, K and L pods in one area. It doesn’t happen very often, but when it does, it’s very cool! Lots of activity all around the boat… Continue reading Whales & Wildlife Report – September 19, 2013
Whales & Wildlife Report – September 15, 2013
There was a bit of fog again this morning, but it dissipated as we made our way into the San Juan Islands. We journeyed through the middle of the archipelago, before heading out towards the southwest side of San Juan Island. Once there, we found a group of active Orca whales, and were able to… Continue reading Whales & Wildlife Report – September 15, 2013
Whales & Wildlife Report – September 14, 2013
Despite the fog (which cleared in the afternoon), we had a great day out in the islands. We started the day by cruising through the middle of the San Juans, then started hearing reports of resident Orcas to the north. We went up close to Point Roberts, and were rewarded by seeing members of all… Continue reading Whales & Wildlife Report – September 14, 2013
