By Alisa Lemire Brooks | Orca Network Whale Sighting Network Coordinator
Just days after sending out our last update J pod & L87, and part of K pod, made their first fall foray to the inland waters of Puget Sound chasing after fall salmon returning to their natal rivers to spawn as they do each year.
Over the next few months J pod was in Puget Sound for 14 days in November, 7 days in October, and 9 days in September. The chum and coho salmon that were reluctant to go upstream due to low flows may have provided some sustenance for Js and occasionally K pod as well. Two wonderful videos of Southern Resident orcas by Alisa Lemire Brooks can be found at the links below, so you may enjoy watching these beautiful whales along with all the others lined up on the shoreline to witness their passing
During one of their stays, one human mother took her children on a journey following along with the whales from shore until there was light no more:
…The kids were bathed and in PJ's in their stroller for a truly Magical moment. We could see them under moon light and really hear their blows…
Orca Network provides a place for humans to connect to the whales and learn about their needs and the issues they face. The connections people feel toward the Southern Residents are so strong and deep. Through these connections people gain a strong stewardship ethic and become advocates for this struggling population of orcas which gives hope Js, Ks, and Ls have a fighting chance.
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