Tucked in the kelp forests of the cold waters of the Salish Sea, one of the Pacific Northwest’s smallest marine mammal, the sea otter, once helped shape the entire region.

Fin whales may be the second-largest animal on earth, but when these sleek, fast swimmers break the surface, believe it or not, their fin is not the first thing you’ll notice.

The return of humpback whales in Anacortes and the Salish Sea is one of the most incredible wildlife recovery stories in the Pacific Northwest.

Horned Puffin. Photo Credit: Naturalist Sam Wallace Calling all birdwatchers! Did you know the Salish Sea is home to some of the best seabird and shore bird habitat on the West Coast? If you’re a self-proclaimed birder, then get ready to embark on the tour of a lifetime. Our three to four hour birding tours leave from Anacortes, Washington and venture out into prime bird habitat in search of unique and rare species. Get ready to cross those birds off your list. Birdwatchers,