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Orcas of the Salish Sea - B (ADULT)

Take a deep dive with us to learn about the orcas of the Salish Sea!

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1,399 US dollars
Skyline Marina

Service Description

The Salish Sea School is offering an "Orcas of the Salish Sea" course. This is a six-month (Jan.-Jun.) experiential learning series that will build a deeper knowledge about the orcas of the Salish Sea, connect you with local organizations studying orcas of the Salish Sea, introduce you to environmental issues affecting local marine life, and provide ideas about the ways you can help! The course includes six in-person lessons, six boat field trips, a Zoom meeting with research scientist Dr. Deborah Giles of Wild Orca, a Zoom meeting with whale biologist Monika Wieland Shields of Orca Behavior Institute, an in-person field trip to the Orca Survey Center in Friday Harbor, and a Wine and Orca Design evening of fun. All lessons and boat trips will launch from Skyline Marina in Anacortes. Students will also have access to a private Discord channel to build community connections. We purposefully curate a small, in-person, community learning experience (up to 6 participants per group). There are no virtual enrollment options for this course. Wed. January 24, 2024 @6PM - Group Meet & Greet - Orca Art Fun! Wed. February 21 - Learning Zoom Sat. February 24 @11AM- lesson + boat trip Wed. March 20 - Research Scientist Zoom Fri. March 22 @11AM - lesson + boat trip Sat. April 20 @11AM - CWR visit + boat trip Fri. May 3 - Rain date Sat. May 18 @11AM- lesson + boat trip Fri. June 7 @11AM - lesson + boat trip Sat. June 15 @11AM - lesson + boat trip Sat. July 13th - Rain date

Cancellation Policy

The Salish Sea School – Cancellation & Refund Policy Because our programs require advance staffing, vessel scheduling, permits, and preparation, all bookings include a 25% non-refundable deposit, unless otherwise noted below. Refund policies vary by program type. All cancellations must be submitted in writing and received within the timeframes listed below. To ensure fairness and consistency for all participants, exceptions to this policy cannot be made, including for weather, illness, or personal emergencies, unless explicitly stated. Wildlife Tours & On-Water Programs More than 72 hours (3 days) before departure: You may cancel or reschedule your booking. The 25% deposit is retained, and the remaining 75% of your payment will be refunded. Within 72 hours of departure: Refunds or rescheduling are not available unless we are able to fill your spot. If we successfully resell it, you will receive a refund minus the 25% deposit. No-shows or missed boats: No refunds are available for no-shows. Weather & Safety: If The Salish Sea School cancels a program due to unsafe weather or conditions, you will receive a full refund or the option to reschedule. Non-Wildlife Programs (Spring, Fall, and Winter Programs) Cancellations made at least 5 days prior to the course start date: Your class fee will be refunded, less the 25% processing fee. Cancellations made fewer than 5 days before the course start date: No refunds are available. Summer Programs 91 or more days prior to session start date: Refundable, minus credit card processing fees and a $250 deposit. 61–90 days prior to session start date: Refundable, minus credit card processing fees and 50% of full tuition. 0–60 days prior to session start date: Non-refundable. The Pulse (Virtual Continuing Education Program) - No refunds are available for this program. Participant Requirements for small boat tours- The maximum weight limit for each participant is 250 pounds.

Contact Details

  • Skyline Marine Center, Skyline Way, Anacortes, WA, USA

CONTACT US

360-230-8018

info@thesalishseaschool.org

​​​​​501(c)(3), EIN 83-3277816

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2201 Skyline Way, Unit 101

Anacortes, WA 98221

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