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Johnstone
Strait
This
photo was taken by co-owner Christine Portmann. She broke
of from the main group to get started on dinner back at
base camp. As you can see it was a photo op all the way
home.
Johnstone
Strait has many moods, from dead calm to blustery gales
~ each as beautiful as the other.
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Orcas
passing by
Killer
whales are the star attraction in Johnstone Strait. Seeing
them from the kayak is one of the greatest experiences
to behold.
We
also see the whales from camp, from the boat ride to our
camp as well from high up on the cliffs from researchers
station at Eagle Eye.
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Pre
trip stretch
A
little warm up before a day on the water is a good idea.
This photo was taken at camp with the beautiful Tsitika
Valley as our back drop.
All
level or paddlers join our tours. From 12 to 80 year olds
have enjoyed our camp over the years.
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The
Bluff
This
is where the group hangs out when the killer whales pass
by camp.
We
also have a high powered spotting scope for you to use
to get a little closer to the wildlife from our perch
on the mossy bluffs.
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The Cedar tree
The cedar tree is the most important
Resource to the Kwakuitl people indigenous to this area.
This large cedar can be viewed on our hike to visit the
researchers.
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Mother
and calf
The
orcas are matrilineal. Like elephants, the oldest female
is the head of the family. A male will spend its whole
life with it's paternal mother, rarely getting out of
vocal range.
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Beach
break
We
will be stopping several times a day to get out and have
a stretch, lunch, visit a site of interest or relieve
ourselves.
If
at anytime you need a break, just let the guides know
and we will stop at the nearest beach.
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Hanging
out at camp
When
not kayaking, we will often be spending time relaxing
at camp. The tours are a great way to meet new friends,
sample some west coast cuisine and soak up the fresh ocean
air.
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