The Ocean Magic vessel left the Victoria Harbour with Capt. Gord at the wheel, first mate Mark and Derrek, our Naturalist on board. We were headed out in search of marine wildlife that is found in abundance in these nutrient rich waters. Our guests included visitors from Melbourne, Australia, England, France, USA, and Chemanus. Our trip took us south into the Strait of Juan de Fuca. We hoped we would see black dorsal fins and misty ' blows 'of ORCA, but they remained illusive today. Our visit to Race Rocks Ecological Reserve gave us views of 3 huge Elephant seals and smaller Harbour Seals lazing on rocks. Several Steller Sea Lions were swimming in the water. A sub adult Bald Eagle was poised to fly from its lofty perch on a rock. Our return trip took us past a green marker with roosting Pelagic Cormorants. Although the day was rather grey and cold, the sea was relatively calm. There is always something to see along the scenic, rugged coast of Vancouver Island. Today our guests appreciated the diversity that this area has to offer.Marie, Orca-Magic.
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