Morning Whale Watch

"Morning Watch" is something that the team here takes turn rotating through. Essentially, the job is to rise at around 4:30 a.m. and drive the Westside of the island where there are ample water views in search of whales. I've done this quite a few times now and must say it is an incredible sight to behold this island at sunrise.

The snow-capped Olympic Mountains are viewable as well as Mt. Rainier. In addition to the amazing mountains in the distance, this time of morning is exquisite for wildlife viewing. So far on Morning Watch, I've seen fox, eagles, seals, deer, hummingbirds, rabbits and porpoises. Actually seeing whales is unusual, but even without the whales it is well worth the early morning alarm clock.

I love doing Morning Watch because of all the photo opportunities as well as having the island all to myself:



All the best,
Michelle