Today was my first official day as an AK wildlife Cruise member! I have crewed before in the past, so today was literally all about learning the ropes to refresh my memory. It was so great to be out at sea with Captain Keith again, who is a man I truly admire and look up to. Anyone who spends time to protect, educate and care for wildlife is a true inspiration to me and that is certainly Keith. On our four -hour trip we travelled up to 38 miles and came across loads of wildlife from common birds such as Grey Herons, Greater Black backed gulls, Kittiwakes, Juvenile shags and Cormorants. We also saw wonders such as Kestrels, three peregrine falcons, oystercatchers, gannets and a great-throated diver in summer plumage. As for cetaceans we were lucky to see three porpoises but they didn't stay around for long, as they can hold their breath for up to half an hour if they need to. The weather was very changeable throughout the trip with the odd shower here and there but this led to beautiful dramatic clouds, which made you stop what you were doing for a second to watch the sun rays shine through. Overall I had an exciting first day off shore but still have much to learn. (Pictures from the AK Wildlife Trips can be found in the landscape/wildlife sections), Hope to see you aboard soon!
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January 2016
AuthorI believe that I was born in the wrong century and should have been born in the golden days of exploration I am also wildlife enthusiast. Find Out more on the home page. Categories |