October 8th, 2009

Good morning from the Float House in Discovery Harbour Marina

The past few days have provided some excellent Grizzly Bear viewing at the Orford River in Bute Inlet. Sunny and warm for the most part, the last 3 days have produced a consistent number of bears (7 -10) feeding at towers 4 and 5. Each bear seems to have their own technique for catching fish, some far more successful than others. The picture attached is a middle aged male who we call the "Snorkeler" as he floats in the pool, finding his prey by looking under the water. (quite effective)
Yesterday our Grizzly tour had both Grizzlies and Orca as T20 and T21 (mammal hunting) were found traveling north at Race Point , just north of Campbell River. T20 made the day for our guests as he breached clear of the water just before we departed. We left them heading into Menzies Bay looking for a morning snack. On the way back from the Orford River, traveling south around Cape Mudge we ran into T20 and T21 again, difting in the tide near the Red Can.

Another few days before the wet weather begins. Hope you get out and enjoy the long weekend.

Cheers

Hurricane Jack
Campbell River Whale Watching