Discover Sooke

Russ Nicks, owner and operator of Sooke Coastal Explorations informed us that a Grey Whale had washed ashore some time Friday or Saturday morning. He was taking people out to see it on his Eco Tours over the weekend. Mrs. DiscoverSooke and I decided that we would like to witness this for ourselves. We had mixed emotions because we are both very passionate about these graceful creatures, but decided that we should witness this event first hand, as it doesn’t happen too often.

There were dozens of people and families around the site where the Grey Whale washed ashore. Everyone was amazed at the size of this beautiful creature. It wasn’t apparent how he passed, nor do I have any idea what they will do. I’m assuming someone will want to do tests as Russ thought that this wasn’t a fully grown adult whale.

From what I know, most whales who pass, sink to the bottom, however I was told that this whale had been swimming around Beecher Bay for the last few days before the weekend. I’m assuming he passed away and the wind storms that we had quickly placed him on the rocks before he had a chance to head down to the watery grave.

It was a sight I’m glad to have witness, although I know I would have preferred to see him swimming in his natural environment.

Here is a video that we took on Sunday, April 5th, 2010.

RIP Mr. Grey Whale.

Filed under: Latest News on April 5th, 2010