August 21, Bottleneck Cove (Coyote Cove)

Position: 49.26.791N 126.13.271W
Current Conditions: Wind 0.0 knts, Temp: 62 degrees, Depth: 35'

We had a short move today just 7 miles, not much wind, so we motored all the way. During the trip we only saw two kayaks, some sea gulls, and small dolphins. Not much human activity on this side of Vancouver Island. The cove (off Sydney Inlet) we are in tonight is much smaller than last night and still deserted, except for a bird of prey we watched. It landed on the top of a dead tree and stayed there for 15 minutes, swooped down to the water and went back up to another tree. 5 minutes later it swooped down and splash it caught a fish. It then flew away with it's catch in its talons. We are not sure what type of bird it was. It was the size of an eagle, with white body feathers and a sort of dark mask covering the eyes and dark wings. Very fun. Hot Springs tomorrow.

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