Hello, grade 5 families!
This blog post contains some details about the Salish Sea field trip we are going on together. For privacy reasons, some specifics about location and date are not included here and you can refer to the previous emails sent.
Here are some photos and a video clip from our Salish Sea preparation session today:
Here is a video of what it looks like to be aboard the “Wild 4 Whales” boat:
Here is a photo of what the boat looks like:
As well, here is a summary of what guests aboard the “Wild 4 Whales” boat should know and try to do to prepare for a safe, comfortable trip:
-Dress in many, many warm layers (as if you were going on a ski trip). For example, wear a base layer or “long underwear” type garment underneath your pants. It will be VERY COLD, WINDY, AND WET! *No need to wear school uniform—treat it like a WARM CIVVIES DAY!
-Wear waterproof or water resistant rain jackets and rain pants if you can. Ski pants and ski jackets work well!
-Wear winter boots or rain boots—or any footwear that will keep your feet dry and warm.
-Wear warm headwear that is not likely to blow away (no ball caps). A toque and a scarf or neck warmer would be good. Your face will be cold from the water and wind!
– Gloves are a good idea.
-Bring your water bottle and your pocket snack.
***Students should NOT BRING PHONES, CAMERAS, TECHNOLOGY or other valuables that could be lost or damaged at sea. (Adult volunteers may bring cameras or devices and resume responsibility for them. However, my caution is that I almost lost my iPhone in the ocean on a Salish Sea trip. So this time I will bring my phone in a clear “wet bag” wear it on a string around my neck.)
Other notes:
There is one bathroom available to us aboard the boat.
There are enough life jackets available for everyone, but they will be stored unless needed (just like on a ferry).
There is strict safety protocol and guests must show they can be listening closely to follow all safety instructions.
If you are concerned about the possibility of sea sickness, of course it is a family decision whether or not to take certain preventative measures.
The staff of Eagle Wing tours are experienced in supporting anyone who may feel unwell when on board the boat.
Tiffany Poirier 