Our experienced Capt. Shaun took the Ocean Magic 2 vessel out past the breakwater and south a couple of kms off Albert Head to encounter 2 , then four Humpback Whales that were busy foraging and doing acrobatic manoeuvres. It was awesome to watch these huge whales catapult out of the water, hurling 40 plus tons of animal out of the water and returning with a mighty splash. Our guests on board were anxious to see 'Orca' so our Capt and crew headed the Ocean Magic over toward Eagle Point, San Juan Island where some members of L pod were seen . L 72, 'Racer ' was clearly identified. A member of K Pod ,K 21 ,'Cappuccino ' was identified as he swam amid several females of L Pod. He then swam off into the distance to be framed by Mt.Baker in the background. It was a great encounter once again, with the fantastic marine life found here in these productive waters. Marie Orca-Magic, Clint "Orcawizard"
Most of the images on the blog are shot with a 400 mm telephoto lens. Because of our restrictions around wildlife (100+ meters), we use powerful lenses to better share orca activity that passengers see on their trips. Keep in mind this also heavily compresses space between objects. We also crop images for best blog viewing.
The videos are generally shot in wide angle and are very realistic to what the eye sees on the boat. Please enjoy the photos for the telephoto view, and the videos for a boat based, real life passenger view.
Prince of Whales Youtube
We've upped our anti with new HD videos shot by Orcagirl. Videos will be shot every Wed and Thursday on the 3:30pm Ocean Magic 2 Adventure. Stay tuned..
Race Rocks Reserve
Amazing ecological reserve we visit on our tours
Clint Rivers / Orcawizard
Orcawizard's photo is currently featured in the blog banner. Click his picture to see his website
Marie O'Shaughnessy / Orca Magic
Photographer and blogger Orca Magic
Mark Malleson / Mallard
Mallard is POW's principal photographer and orca expert. Click his picture to see his website.
Brian Glennon / Beemer
Beemer is a zodiac diver and photographer at POW. Please click his picture to see his website.
Maria Chantelle Tucker / Orcagirl
Orcagirl is POW's Web, Media & Blog Master. Click her photo to visit her website.
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