Sounds like the Humpbacks are still
around the Sunshine Coast, Saltery Bay to Black Point area. There
were reports of an Elephant Seal, see photo below, in the Powell
River area. Lack of whale, dolphin or porpoise sightings has
otherwise limited this winter's postings, but for those interested in
my “Winter Hummingbirds”, there are three that have claimed the
feeder. One male and two female Anna's. With Christmas just around
the corner, here's wishing you and yours the best for the Holidays
and coming 2012 year.
Susan MacKay, Whales
and Dolphins BC
Humpback
Whales
I have continued to receive second and
third hand reports of up to 4 Humpback Whales anywhere from Myrtle
Rocks, just South of Powell River to the Saltery Bay / Earl's Cove
Ferry runs. Dates have been unclear, but they seem to estimate
between December 2 to December 8th.
Susan MacKay
December 6:
A rare treat this morning at 8:10am ! A
humpback whale was spotted heading south down the Malaspina Strait
past Myrtle Rocks. It was lazily taking long dives and frustratingly
out of range of our camera. But what a great sight to wake up to.
Holly Roy
Elephant
Seal
This is an unusual sight around Powell
River, so keep your eyes open.
December 9:
I think it the seal my friend saw
yesterday is an elephant seal????
Michael
December 9, 2011
Photo forwarded by
Michael Stewart
2012
Charter Cruises
There are a few week long
personalized Charter Cruises available. Information can be found on the main Whales
and Dolphins BC
site. Direct link to the page is: 2012 Charter Cruises
Susan
MacKay, Whales
and Dolphins BC