One gorgeous day a couple of weeks ago we had Jacey, Lucas and Taylor for part of a day. We went to the water to splash around and have a picnic, and this little fellow got curious and decided to investigate us. We were amazed as the little round head got close enough to distinguish between a sea otter and a seal, then more so as he swam closer still. He nuzzled the kayak that Taylor was sitting in, even as she leaned over to try to pet it. It would swim away, and we'd think that was it, and then suddenly he'd be closer than ever. The last picture I took he was literally just looking up at me, as I bent over to take that picture he seemed to pose for me. I wish I had snapped my toes into the picture, to show that he was honestly right at my feet.
Jacey named him Salty, and he played with us for about 45 minutes before he finally wandered away down the beach. I do hope his mama called for him, and they were reunited.
My dad used to say if you see a seal you might as well pack up your fishing gear and go somewhere else, because you aren't ever going to beat a seal to a fish. But since we never catch a fish anyway, it was awesome to have this sea animal in the palm of our hands.
5 comments:
very cool to see wildlife up that close!
A treasure to remember! My mom got up close and personal with a seal a few years back, when it came after the salmon she was reeling in. He was so bold, my brother had to whack him on the head with the net before they could get the fish on board!
we usually run into seals when we're out kayaking, but never have seen one quite that close. For some reason, though, they are curious enough to hang around and watch you.
Dear Vicki, this is your blog speaking. You haven't written on me for awhile, what's up with that!? Also, your other blog told me that it feels abandoned since you started it and never posted anything there. It has the seagulls to keep it company, but their squawking gets boring after awhile.
That would have worked so much better if it would let me post anonymously! Now you are going to think I'm wierd for addressing you as "Vicki". I Love you Mom,
Zach
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