Valley Ho Power Squadron

Whale Watching Cruise

The Whale Watching Cruise is scheduled for a Saturday in January or February of each year to observe the southward migration of gray whales along the Southern California coast. The particular date will depend upon the timing of the whales migration, and they do not necessarily utilize the Gregorian calendar. Power boats of the Valley Ho Squadron fleet will take members as space permits for the observation of these behemoths. The whales will not be approached, disturbed or harassed by these observers, and all observations will be made from a reasonable distance in accordance with California and federal regulations.
The cruise normally starts at Marina del Rey, and following the observations, a lunch may be held on the dock with food supplied by members or Sea Gals, or the group may assemble at a nearby restaurant. The purpose of the cruise is social and fellowship, as well as providing some learning and understanding of the whales behavior.