Well on Friday we'd heard that Jpod might be visible from shore. Hendersen and I (my cat) headed down to Dallas road however it appeared that the orcas were a bit farther then we'd hoped (3 miles or so). So with that in mind, we headed home however I couldn't resist posting this photo of him, as we scout the water for orcas.
Today we found Jpod foraging and socializing. When we arrived the animals were spread out but shortly after grouped up and started to socialize.
We saw multiple breaches, including a few synchronized breaches. Unfortunately we were a bit far for photos of that however I am hoping to get one soon. Before heading home, we stopped in at Whale Rock to see some Stellar Sea Lions and Harbour Seals.
It was warm and sunny today, another glorious day to experience these amazing creatures.
Today, on yet another beautiful day, we caught up with JPod off of San Juan Island (between Eagle Point and False Bay) foraging, playing, and resting. 
Playful behavior between 3 young males.
Today was yet another incredible day out on the water. We stopped in to visit sea birds in Oak Bay (Chain Islands), as well as Chatham and Discovery Islands where we saw a River otter and a few eagles soaring above.
Then on to San Juan Island where we caught up with Jpod who was milling, resting and traveling. Saw our little friend again J40 (offspring of J14). 
5 Star passengers look on as Jpod passes by. When we left them, they were traveling north towards Turn Point.
We were lucky to see a couple of Dalls Porpoise and Rhinoceros Auklet (bird) on our way home.
Today 5 Star was not on the water however on a walk up to King George Terrace, I was pleasantly surprized to find orcas (i assume Jpod) traveling past. Although the photos are not great, it gives you an idea of where they were in proximity to Victoria. I did see many breaches as well.
Today we found Jpod spread apart, traveling north west towards Race Rocks. We stayed with them for approximately 40 minutes. Saw one of the calfs, hope to get a better photo soon.
What an incredible day today! Turns out that JPod was at San Juan Island today and what a treat that was. We arrived on scene to find several Dalls Porpoise milling about. 
The Jpod group spread out, traveling and speed porpoising. Got a good look at the eldest male "Ruffles / J1" (top photo)...
Today we found a lone Grey Whale on it's way to Beechy Hd (Sooke). We stayed with him for approximately an hour before heading to Race Rocks to see many Stellar Sea Lions and two Bald Eagles. 
It turned out to be a beautiful day on the water this afternoon. With Transient orcas around yesterday and a Grey whale today, it's a good time to experience the wonders that this coast has to offer us.
I am excited to see what lie ahead....
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Today we had a pleasant voyage. We coasted across Victoria's waterfront to Beechey Head then to Race Rocks where we saw Stellar Sea Lions, some Cormorants and Bald Eagles. Then we traveled to Discovery and Chatham Islands where we saw Harbour Seals, Cormorants nests, and Bald Eagles. On our way back we saw a Great Blue Heron, gliding low over the Oak Bay waterfront. On the way into Victoria Harbour, we saw a River Otter walking along the docks near the float homes in James Bay.
Sighting reports Jpod in Puget Sound today, maybe tomorrow we will get lucky and see them! Fingers crossed.
Today the weather kicked up, but there were no whales to find anyways. We saw Sea Lions and Elephant Seals at Race Rocks, Harbour Seals, Bald Eagles, and River Otters at Discovery Islands in Oak Bay.
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We were watching transients that day, T14 and friends to be exact. This is what the perspective looks like from inside the blackfin boat.
photo of T14 here taken on the same day.
This was taken last year from the blackfin boat. I'll be making posters of this image - it blows up beautifully to 18 inches wide. Truely is a once in a life time photo.
