Seabird & Whale Tales Excursion - Sunday, September 13th from 8 am - 4 pm

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Post on June 13, 2010 at 6:am - We are a GO!

Meet me down at the Town Wharf by 7:30 am. Departure is 8:00 am sharp! See you soon and get some coffee!!!!


Post on June 12, 2010 at 7:45 pm - All day trip is still a GO!

Hi: we are a GO for tomorrow's all day trip. Please be down at the Town Wharf by 7:30 am for we will try to board at that time. We will want to leave the dock by 8 am sharp!

Dress appropriately for there is still a chance of rain. Dress in layers and bring rain gear. We do have a heated cabin on the lower deck, but you will want to be outside with the whales and seabirds.

Call me if you have any problems or questions. My cell phone is 508-566-0009.

Looking forward to an exciting day offshore.

Best, Krill



Post on June 11, 2010: Our all day trip on Sunday is a GO!

Please check this site for updates on our all day trip scheduled for Sunday, June 13th from 8 am to 4 pm.

Due to the forecast of possible rain, please dress accordingly. The whales and seabirds are wet anyways so they are just as visible and active on a rainy day as they are on a clear day. And don't forget that it is typically 15 degrees cooler offshore than on the mainland so dress warm.

Bring your cameras and your binoculars and enjoy! Remember, there are no guarantees when one is viewing marine wildlife. However, we do guarantee that you will have a great time with great people.

Guest naturalists are Joanne Jarzobski from Captain John Whale Watching and Fishing Tours, David Clapp from Natural History Services and Jim Sweeney from Cape Cod Bird Club.

Tickets are still available. Call Krill at 508-566-0009 or email her at krillcarson@mac.com.

Hope to see you offshore and thanks for your support!

Best, Krill

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