Ahh.....sunsets Getting a chance to see the Orcas in the calm of the evening sky is unforgettable.

 

The Black Bear The Black Bear is a common sight on the islands along Johnstone Strait. They like to come down to the shore line and feed on all the creatures that live under the rocks. Their poor eyesight allows for some close encounters.

 

The Orca This photo was taken from the boat that takes us to our launch site on Village Island. We do not approach the Orcas too close. This bull happened to approach us under his terms.

 

An Orca calf The young Orcas tend to be playful. This youngen was happily porpoising along before diving under our boat.

Intertidal life At low tides we will be exposed to some of the more interesting and beautiful animals of our coast. Although much smaller than the marine mammals, they are no less intriguing. This is a Sea Urchin, which is a relative of the sea star. Just by taking a look, you can see what it would use for its defense against predators. They easily can be mistaken for a pin cushion.

 

Village Island We start our tour on Village Island at the ancient native village of Mamililacula. There we will find remnants of the past, as it was once a thriving winter home of the Mamililcula people for thousands of years.

 

Minke Whales The Minke is the smallest of the Baleen whales. They roam the seas of the Broughton Islands and neighboring Queen Charlotte Strait. This particular one was feeding on a ball of small fish.

 

Morning paddle Heading out for a pre breakfast paddle is often the best time to be on the water. The water is usually calm, and a low fog creates a surreal atmosphere.

 

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