We travelled 80 miles round trip today during our cruise. With clouds overhead and clear seas below we thought for sure if there was a whale we were going to find one. In the end we did, about 60 of them, and they were quite the crowd-pleaser after searching on the horizon for so long.
On our way back in from Jeffreys Ledge we intersected with a pod of Atlantic white-sided dolphins! This particular group was slowly moving to the Northeast and spread out over a good distance of ocean so everyone on board could leisurely watch them no matter what direction you were looking from the boat. With such relaxed dolphins we were excited when they reacted to the wake of the boat, jumping and leaping through the water.
Along our voyage to and from the Ledge we also got a quick look at a Basking shark and an Ocean sunfish for those towards the front of the boat. Since both of these creatures are fish and do not require the air to breathe many of our passengers were unable to catch a quick glimpse before these creatures quickly swam down into the depths of the ocean. An occurrence that happens occasionally though we have also had times when these fish have remained on the surface for all to see.
We would like to thank our VERY patient and understanding passengers today. We were on the move for most of the day, covering as much ocean as we possible could in one trip, and appreciate the effort of all who helped to search the horizon. The wild animals we call whales are as unpredictable as the weather. Things change in hours and days. Whales we had in one area yesterday, though not there today, could easily be back tomorrow. It is with a little luck, some incredible effort by everyone on the water, and the knowledge we possess that brings us that chance of encountering these amazing creatures.
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