[CINC] Saturday's Condor cruise

[Carolyn McCleskey]

Just ignore the previous post, sent in error by a slip of the finger !


Saturday's Sightings
1 Minke (just a few brief glimpses)
1 Mola  Mola  
Many groups of Common Dolphins ( total about 700)
3 Humpback Whales, including "Rope"

Capt. Matt headed southwest under overcast skies and moderate fog, although the sea was calm and glassy.
Around noon, the fog lifted and when we reached the spot the whales have been favoring, we were greeted by three
large Humpbacks and immediately recognized "Rope".
They all gave us great views, short down times and lots of beautiful flukes for photo I.D.  Rope thrilled everyone by a close approach and long spy-hops as she floated on the surface, while the others joined her.  After about an hour of friendly action, they suddenly trumpeted, turned and headed southeast.  
As we headed to the harbor, the fog returned, thicker than ever.
Leeza Charleboix and Bruce Matthews were kept busy by many questions from interested visitors, and Bob Perry was abourd to document the happenings, while Mat and Sasha
handled the food and drink for all.  Today was very special for Leeza, marking her first outing away from her baby, and the great whale encounter made it extra special for her !
P.S. Good photo I/D shots by Carolyn McCleskey
 


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