[CINC] IPCO 7/28

[Dick Bellman]

Saturday's trip aboard the Islander produced results almost exactly the
same as the Condor Express, which is not surprising as we both explored the
waters off east Santa Cruz into the gap between Santa Cruz and Santa Rosa.
 Aboard the Islander saw:

   -      12 Humpbacks (with more in the vicinity)
   -        4 Blues (and seemingly more in the vicinity)
   -      750 Common Dolphins

Seas were lumpy and there was significant wind which made viewing somewhat
challenging.  Nonetheless were treated to at least 3 or 4 full breaches,
numerous tail lobs, many pec slaps and some spy hopping.  The Humpies were
definitely in a playful mood, much to the delight of the almost full
complement of passengers.  There was just enough room to accommodate the
people which we picked up at Prisoners on the way home.

Thanks to Captain Alex for leaving the confines of his office and
navigating the somewhat rough seas to put us on the whales.  Laurie and
Bill provided the always capable crew support.  Thanks to Linda Hitt for
her great work as the other naturalist on board.

Dick Bellman
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