Wildlife notes:

The elephant seals are getting along famously. They lie together, nibble at each other, groan, growl, croak and gurgle together, both on land and swirling in the sea. It’s always the fellow that seeks her out and initiates things. Sometimes, he slowly sneaks closer and lays his head on her back or puts his flipper on her back. It is adorable.

Facility work:

• cleaned solar panels
• clearing Energy Building roof of debris

Vessels:

20 ecotourism, 2 private

Weather:

Sunny, winds variable and light in the morning, gentle westerly breeze in the afternoon. Daytime temperatures: low 10, high 18 degrees.