With our veteran Captain Shamus "Shamu" at the helm the Saturday Ocean Magic whale adventure took us out into the Strait of Juan De Fuca. Here Captain "Shamu" put the Ocean Magic in perfect locations to view members of L Pod. These resident Orca were foraging for their favorite food of salmon. We had several passes by Mega L41 one of the big males of L Pod. We also got to see L 77 Matia and L 25 Ocean Sun. Just a great viewing of these majestic Orca. While enjoying these great whales, Capt. Shamu spotted yet more marine wildlife, a pod of three Humpback whales. These cetaceans were milling around, tail fluking, rolling on their sides, making loud blows when surfacing.... it was a magic time viewing them. Naturalists Derek and Nicola gave us in-depth knowledge on whale behavior and answered many questions. We then took a tour of Race Rocks Ecological Reserve. The small islands were alive with Stellar Sea Lions, California Sea Lions, Harbor Seals and many many birds. October is a great whale watching month! Photos by Marie "Orca-Magic" and Clint "Orcawizard"
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