PLYMOUTH – Join the New England Coastal Wildlife Alliance June 13 for an all-day marine excursion to view seabirds, whales, dolphins, basking sharks and ocean sunfish along the Massachusetts coast. The upcoming Seabird and Whale Tale excursion is scheduled from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, June 13. NECWA is a volunteer, nonprofit organization. All trip proceeds go to support marine wildlife research, education and conservation. Enjoy guided wildlife commentary by David Clapp (Natural History Services), Jim Sweeney (South Shore Bird Club) and Joanne Jarzobski (Capt. John Boats). Travel aboard the Tails of the Sea, a 110-foot commercial whale-watching vessel owned and operated by Capt. John Boats (www.captjohn.com), leaving from the Plymouth Town Pier at 8 a.m. and returning by 4 p.m. While offshore, a plankton tow and demonstrations will be conducted, chumming for seabirds and a free onboard nature raffle.
Tickets pre-sale are $90 and then $100 after May 31. Go to www.necwa.org to download the registration form. Space is limited to ensure lots of viewing room along the rail. Group rates available. For more trip information, call Carol “Krill” Carson at 508-566-0009.
Special hotel offer from Hampton Inn & Suites: Stay at Hampton Inn & Suites in Plymouth Friday night for $89 plus tax. Included is Hampton’s “On the House Hot Breakfast” Saturday morning as well as shuttle bus service to the boat. Call Hampton Inn & Suites at 508-747-5000.
