In this course you will learn:

• Salish Sea natural history, including human history and the interconnectedness of species on land and sea.

• Orca symbolism and lore within the Coast Salish region

• Morphological traits, behaviors, and social structures of Orcas

• Salmon species basic life history and phenology

• Ecological roles, impacts, and new facts about Southern Resident and Transient Killer Whales

• To hear and discern different Orca vocalizations

• How to ID individual orcas by their unique features

• How to support Orca conservation efforts

• Tips for whale watching (where to go, what to look for, how to ID individuals, and more).

This course will be co-led by Madelaine Katz, a nature educator and student of the Salish Sea, and Jazmen Yoder, outdoor educator, naturalist, and founder of Northwest Natura.

Tickets are available at www.northwestnatura.com/fieldtrips/p/orcas