We spent the whole day in Provincetown today. We got there before lunch and wandered around shopping a bit. Bought some salt water taffy, always a must, and a few souvenirs for Delaney and Adam. (I found a scarf for me, what's new?) Then we had a quick lunch on the wharf and boarded the Dolphin VIII for a 3 1/2 whale watching trip. The company employs marine biologists on each boat to describe the whales and the marine preserve, etc. The guide we had this time was excellent! After 2 previous trips I didn't learn a whole lot new, but he was very engaging and interesting to listen to.
Provincetown harbor and pilgrim memorial. Although I hardly ever miss a chance to climb tall objects for a good view, I have never been up to the top of this tower.
A replica of a Portuguese sailing ship from the 1700s
Race Point light house
A fin back whale that cruised along beside the ship for a few minutes. This one was just off Race Point, still within sight of P-town.
The one humpback we saw. This one was more than 1 1/2 out of P-town. They are one of the only whale species that actually flips their tails out of the water when they dive. Their tails are uniquely marked so that marine biologists can identify them this way. This whale has given birth to three different calves and has been migrating to Cape Cod for over 10 years.
We also saw a pod of about 50 dolphins that enjoyed playing in the wake that the boat made.
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