Orca Southbound by Lund
Orca by Lund late this afternoon! After scanning the clam waters and not seeing any Whales, Dolphins or Porpoises for days, I was beginning to wonder if there are even any Sea Lions around. This evening I was told about one lone Sea Lion just resting on the surface, south of Powell River. That was it till the call came in today. Maybe this time they’ll stay around? Keep your eyes open.
Susan MacKay, Whales and Dolphins BC
Orca – Killer Whales
Orca between Lund Harbour and Savary Island
February 23, 2012
Photo by Crystal Mitchell
February 23:
At 5:20pm February 23rd there was a pod of 3-4 (Orca sighting off Lund, BC). One looked very small, might have been a baby. But the pod otherwise kept tight together. They were coming from Major Rock on past Lund. The pod was headed South East towards Powell River. The pod was about half a kilometer out from the Lund Dock. They were moving at a slower pace, but kept their pace up. I wish I had my big camera to capture a closer look! Picture was taken from the pub deck!
Crystal Mitchell
5 pm A call came in that there were 3 to 5 Orca including one large male headed Southward, passing the end of Savary Island and towards Powell River, from just off of Lund. Gina Wood was watching them from her Lund Water Taxi Office.Thanks Gina!
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2 Responses
Fantastic! If I were to plan a week or two kayak vacation what would be the best place(s) to go and when in order to possibly see Orcas? Thanks for your love and dedication to this beautiful place!
Thanks for the comment. There are many factors. First and foremost, a reminder that since these are wild animals, there are no guarantees to see Orca. Just look at the sightings reports and you can tell that they have their own schedule. Also, in kayaks, even if they are in an area, you may not be able to position yourself fast enough to see them. There are however many great kayaking options with great possibilities of seeing Orca at the top end of Johnstone Strait. The best weather is in July and August. If you'd like further information, please feel free to email me. Click on the "report a Sighting by Email" link. Susan
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