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J pod in Haro Strait, 7/20/2018. Photo by Stephen Rink

  • NOAA Plans Résponse to Save J50 (Seattle Times)
  • Bills Allowing Sea Lions to be Killed Clears Key Hurdle
  • Harbor Seals are Easy Scapegoats in Harbor Seal Decline (Vancouver Sun)
  • Grieving Orca Mother Still carries Deceased Calf (Seattle Times)

  • 03 August 2018
  • Donna Sandstrom
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    Yesterday we went to Olympia to testify in favor of a bill that would establish a 1,000 yard buffer around the endangered southern resident orcas for all boaters. The proposed legislation is based on a recommendation by WDFW in a recent adaptive management report. We whole-heartedly support this because it will give the whales the space they need to find and catch their food, and one perimeter for all boaters will be easier to communicate, comply with and enforce. On the long road to recover the orcas, this is the next step. Thanks to the West Seattle Blog for covering it here. ... See MoreSee Less

    FOLLOWUP: Local legislators co-sponsor two bills to keep boats further away from endangered orcas

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    (November 2022 photo via Twitter, by @i8ipod) Two bills to keep boats further away from endangered Southern Resident Killer Whales are making their way through the State Legislature, with West Seattle...
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  • J and K pods passed by West Seattle yesterday, hea J and K pods passed by West Seattle yesterday, heading south. They were stretched out and traveling slowly, unusually close to our side of the Sound. Hundreds of people watched from shore, and I don't think any of us will ever forget it. Hope and inspiration for all we do. Happy New Year, everyone! (Thanks to Robin Sinner for the photos.)
    It's Giving Tuesday! Help us reach our goal of rai It's Giving Tuesday! Help us reach our goal of raising $3000 today. We are one-third of the way there! With your help we'll keep connecting the west coast for the whales, and protecting the southern residents. Together we are making a real difference for J, K and L pods by quieting the seas around them. Your gift matters! The more we raise, the more we can do. Donate here: https://thewhaletrail.org/connect/donate/ Whale-sized thanks from the bottom of our orca-loving hearts. (Photo of breaching southern resident by Mark Sears, Permit 21348)
    "The orcas aren't giving up and neither can we." W "The orcas aren't giving up and neither can we." Whale Trail Director Donna was interviewed by Parks Canada for their new Superpod Blog. Learn about the history of The Whale Trail, recovering the southern resident orcas, and the orphaned orca who inspired it all. Check it out! https://bit.ly/3x1ieaV
    We're heading to Telegraph Cove to celebrate the 2 We're heading to Telegraph Cove to celebrate the 20th anniversary of Springer's rescue! She was two years old and stranded far from home when this photo was taken by Mark Sears in January 2002. She was rescued and reunited with her pod that July, and today she's got two calves of her own - the only successful orca reunion in history! Celebrate with us on the north island this weekend or in spirit from wherever you are. https://thewhaletrail.org/celebrate-springer-2022/
    Director Donna's book "Orca Rescue!" was honored b Director Donna's book "Orca Rescue!" was honored by the American Society of Journalists and Authors. Go, Springer, Go! https://bit.ly/3yTklzk
    Twenty years after she was rescued, Springer bring Twenty years after she was rescued, Springer brings us together again. Join us in person or via livestream for this special KNKX event. Register now! @kidscanpress @knkx885 @elliottbaybookco
    Happening Tomorrow! "Telling the Story of Springer Happening Tomorrow! "Telling the Story of Springer" webinar featuring panelists Bob Lohn, John Ford, Lance Barrett-Lennard, Lynne Barre, and Donna Sandstrom. Webinar Event: Thursday, December 9, 2021 at 3 pm PST. Register Now: https://register.gotowebinar.com/regi.../8704787796708377868 Almost 20 years ago a young killer whale named Springer brought the Northwest together. The young #orca first spotted alongside ferries in Puget Sound turned out to be an orphaned Northern Resident killer whale hundreds of miles from home. The new book "Orca Rescue: the True Story of an Orphaned Orca Named Springer," describes how she was rescued, rehabilitated, and returned to her pod on the north end of Vancouver Island. Today she is thriving, with calves of her own. Hear the inspiring story from a panelist of people who lived it, and its lasting lessons for the recovery of Southern Residents. This webinar is co-sponsored by the NOAA Office of National Marine Sanctuaries and NOAA Fisheries Service #KillerWhales #SRKW #SpeciesInTheSpotlight Photo of Springer in Puget Sound by Mark Sears.
    It’s not too late to join our writing contest an It’s not too late to join our writing contest and share your love for the Orcas! Visit our site for all the details and prize categories. Looking forward to reading your poems/stories! https://thewhaletrail.org/connect/welcome-the-orcas/ #welcometheorcas
    Has anyone seen the Orcas recently? Share your ima Has anyone seen the Orcas recently? Share your images of our favorite Southern Residents live in action or your own image colored and proudly posted in your window! To download a welcome sign visit https://thewhaletrail.org/connect/welcome-the-orcas/ #welcometheorcas
    Join us this month as we Welcome the Orcas. Color, Join us this month as we Welcome the Orcas. Color, write, post...we have something for everyone to share their love of our southern residents! https://thewhaletrail.org/connect/welcome-the-orcas/ #welcometheircas
    Good news for Orcas! WDFW sets new rules for comme Good news for Orcas! WDFW sets new rules for commercial whale-watching to protect southern residents. (Photo by Sears NOAA Permit 21348). https://thewhaletrail.org/news/the-directors-take/ #givethemspace #welcometheorcas
    Feels like the perfect weather for getting cozy an Feels like the perfect weather for getting cozy and writing. Share your favorite Orca story or your hope for their future. Submit you poem/story online for prizes! www.the whale trail.org/connect/welcome-the-orcas/ #welcometheorcas
    Looking for things to keep yourself or your kids b Looking for things to keep yourself or your kids busy? Join us in Welcoming the Orcas! Color, Print, Post. We look forward to seeing your creativity! To download template visit: https://thewhaletrail.org/connect/welcome-the-orcas/ #welcometheorcas
    Looking for ways to join us in Welcoming the Orcas Looking for ways to join us in Welcoming the Orcas? Put a Whale In Your Window. Visit our site to download your sign! https://tinyurl.com/yc2bdabt
    Join us for our 4th Annual Welcome The Orcas (virt Join us for our 4th Annual Welcome The Orcas (virtual) Celebration! This December, share your love for the Orcas. #welcometheorcas Link in bio for details.
    #TakeThePledge & stop disturbing critically endang #TakeThePledge & stop disturbing critically endangered Southern Resident orcas. - - Commercial Operators (https://t.co/LJKFpy5ZbG) - - Recreational Boaters (https://t.co/Pz3JPyhHff) - - Individuals (https://t.co/ZcdO7bHnjn) https://t.co/pygmVGfrQx
    Today, national and regional conservation groups a Today, national and regional conservation groups and respected environmental experts submitted a letter to all U.S. whale-watch operators requesting them to “Take The Pledge” and make a commitment to suspend viewing of the Southern Resident Killer Whale population, effective immediately. - - - #TakeThePledge #GiveThemSpace #southernresidents
    A few more hours left to #GiveBig Big for the whal A few more hours left to #GiveBig Big for the whales. Thank you so much to everyone who's given so far - over $2,000 from 26 donors! There's still time to give, till midnight tonight - with your help we'll keep connecting the west coast with the whales, & speaking up for them when it matters. It's not too late! (Breaching southern resident in Puget Sound, photo by Mark Sears, Permit 21348) https://www.givebigwa.org/the-whale-trail - - - #orcas #srkw #marineconservation #landbasedwhalewatching #killerwhales
    Whale-sized thx to everyone who Gave Big yesterday Whale-sized thx to everyone who Gave Big yesterday. There's still time to give until midnight tonight! The Whale Trail started with 16 sites in Washington State. Now there are more than 100 locations, from CA to BC. Our signs are customized to show which animals can be seen there & when. #GiveBIG today and help us keep connecting people to whales, dolphins, and their ocean home. https://www.givebigwa.org/the-whale-trail - - - #orcas #srkw #marineconservation #landbasedwhalewatching #killerwhales #princerupert #princerupertbc
    Last year we celebrated the arrival of J56, the ne Last year we celebrated the arrival of J56, the newest member of J pod. The calf has survived her first year - what does her future hold? Support The Whale Trail & give J56 and her family the acoustic space they need to survive & thrive. We know it's a tough time for everyone. Give what you can, and thank you from the bottom of our orca-loving hearts! #GiveBig for the whales today! https://www.givebigwa.org/the-whale-trail - - - Photo by Mark Sears, permit 21348. - - - #orcas #srkw #marineconservation #killerwhales #landbasedwhalewatching #thewhaletrail #GiveBig
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    It's Giving Tuesday! Reach deep and help us keep protecting the southern residents and connecting the west coast for the whales. Our goal is to raise $3000 today. Your gift matters! Thank you from the bottom of our orca-loving hearts. (Sears photo #21348)
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