Blue Whales 2010

People who live in Redondo Beach are aware that blue whales have been seen in large numbers just west of King Harbor, about 3/4 mile from where I live. Commercial boats have been filled to capacity with people going out to observe the whales. On Friday, Sept 24, 2010, I launched my kayak and paddled out about 3 miles. I saw several blue whales, one at a time. Perhaps they were all the same whale. It was nice being in the kayak. Initially, there were no other motor boats out there, only some sit-on-top kayaks, some paddle boarders, and a sailboat or two. It was easy to hear the whales when they surfaced so I could immediately paddle toward them. (Staying 100 yards away of course) Unfortunately, some yahoos using jet boats came out later and made a big racket.