So I got to witness something pretty cool today. My fiance Crystal and I were invited to attend a seal release. I have some pictures here. These seals were rehabilitated at Vancouver Aquarium Marine Mammal Rescue and Rehabilitation Centre. Each of the seals was adopted by a family who got to release them and give them a new name. It was a very class act.
It took place in Lions Bay. There were about 30 people in attendance. There were some appetizers and some sparkling wine. Once the guests of honour arrived they were given half an hour to relax. Once they woke up from their nap the carriers were removed from the van and placed on the boat launch. Each adoptive family was called up in turn to release there seal. Once the carrier was opened the seals were allowed to get there bearings and then they each headed for the water.
It was quite a sight to see four plump healthy seals released back to the wild.
About Me
- Hells Jellyfish
- The Hells Jellyfish is a loosely associated group of SCUBA and skin divers who share a passion for being in the water. The Hells Jellyfish Dive Club came into existance in 2001 as a way for a couple of recently certified SCUBA divers to create a group of dive buddies and get into the water more often. Since its inception the focus of the dive club has expanded to be more of a general promotion of diving. Currently we are focused on diving in British Columbia, Canada but hope to expand that as we gain more members with experiences outside that area.
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