Whale Watch Reports

We sent out our whale watching fleet today and they came back with more reports of Gray Whales! When you come out with us, you may notice these animals have patches of white scattered about their bodies. Would you believe that those patches are actually living animals as well? They are clusters of barnacles! On a full grown Gray Whale,...
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As the summer months begin we get the privilage of spotting some of the nearly 200 resident Gray Whales that frequent the Oregon Coast off Depoe Bay. The Morning Star and the Mariner were successful today in the ongoing quest to visit these giant denizens of the sea. The term "resident" when it applies to marine species means that the animals do not migrate to...
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The Sunrise set out in search of whales today and found their mark! This was an indiviudal traveling alone which is not uncommon among the Gray Whale species. Generally preferring a solitary life, you will usually see them one at a time or traveling in small groups during migration or feeding. We would be thrilled to take you out on your...
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We are very happy to report yet another successful day of Whale Watching! The Gray Whale is the most common to spot in the waters off Depoe Bay. We know them as gentle giants today, but in the days of harpooning these animals got the nickname "devilfish" for their aggressive reactions. Of course we know now they are the furthest thing from evil,...
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What a spectacular day on the ocean! The Morning Star had one of their best trips yet today with being able to see our resident Gray Whales, Seals, and even a large female Orca with her calf! While these sights aren't exactly 'rare' for the Oregon Coast, that doesn't mean it's any less exciting when they happen, especially when the whales are...
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