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THE "WHALE WATCHER"
The Whale Watcher is an all aluminum mono hull vessel that was designed specifically for whale watching. She is the only vessel of her kind in this area to introduce whale friendly water jet propulsion. This feature enables the Whale Watcher to swiftly soar through the water using its very force instead of potentially dangerous propellers. The vessel has state-of-the art navigational technology and multiple communication systems.
For your comfort and optimum viewing, the Whale Watcher has two climate controlled interior cabins with cushioned seating and three exterior viewing decks. Located in the main cabin, the Galley offers a variety of hot & cold entrees, snacks, alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages. The vessel is fully licensed and inspected by the United States Coast Guard. Captains and crew follow all Coast Guard and National Marine Fisheries Service safety and whale watching guidelines. A safety orientation is included in every on-board program.
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392 |
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Length on Deck |
130' (w/ pulpit) |
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5,800 gallons |
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28' |
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500 gallons |
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Depth @ Midship |
11.5' |
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500 gallons |
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5' |
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38 knots / 42 mph |
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Main Engines |
5 x DDC/MTU 16V2000 |
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1,285 bhp @ 2100rpm |
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5 x Twin Disc 6619SC |
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Waterjets |
5 x Hamilton HM-571 |
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Generators |
2 x Detroit Diesel, 40 kw |
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THE HWWC CREW
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Jon - Naturalist
Jon Brink first encountered whales at the age of 18 when he attended a NOLS (National Outdoor Leadership School) semester in Baja, Mexico. While doing his undergraduate work at the University of Maine, Orono in Wildlife Ecology, Jon began whale watching during the summers.
This experience combined his love of teaching and biology. He has worked in environmental education for over 15 years in a variety of locations including New England, California, Arkansas, Trinidad & Tobego and, most recently, Peru. In his spare time, Jon loves to fish, kayak, birdwatch and rock climb. Generally, he just loves to be outside. |
Mary - Naturalist
Mary Loebig is entering her 12th season with HWWC. During the off-season, she is a biology and math teacher at Dennis-Yarmouth Regional High School, a position she has held for thirteen years.
Mary received her Bachelor of Science degree in Environmental Biology from Fort Lewis College in Durango, Colorado. She also holds a degree in education, is certified in secondary Biology and General Science, worked as a naturalist/educator for the Cape Cod Museum of Natural History, and spent six years as a volunteer member of the Dennis Conservation Commission. Mary is also a bass player and vocalist for a local band, all of which keeps her very busy!
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Dona - Naturalist
Dona Tracy is a life long naturalist. She has been an environmental advocate and educator for over thirty years and is the Founder and President of a twenty-five year old not for profit wildlife protection, rehabilitation, research and education center, Wildcare Inc./Hudson Valley Raptor Center.
She has received awards from the Audubon Society and the New York State Veterinary Medical Association and has helped ban two deadly pesticides from our environment. Dona is also a writer and photographer who simply loves all things Nature. |
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Katie - Naturalist
Katie graduated from the University of Maine, Orono with a Bachelors' degree in Marine Science. Upon graduation, she moved to Cape Cod and interned at Hyannis Whale Watcher Cruises.
Katie is now employed as a Naturalist and loves being on the boat because, as she puts it, "I get to see these amazing animals all the time." Katie also works part-time at the Division of Marine Fisheries, where she analyzes video for bottom recovery in relation to the Hub Line pipe line.
When not working, she enjoys everything outdoors...scuba diving, kayaking and fishing, to name a few. |
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| Whale Watch Fact |
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| Fin whales can move quickly over large distances. In 1980, one fin whale was radio tracked covering a straight-line distance of over 1,000 miles in five days as it moved from the coast of Iceland to the coast of East Greenland. |
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| From on-cape or off, Barnstable Harbor is easy to find. |
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