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Volunteers spend long hours guarding pups

Oct/07/09 06:38 AM

Seals Sitters, both new and seasoned, spent many long hours over the past two weeks making sure that pups on our shore have rested safely.

Often out at the crack of dawn and lingering well past dark, our volunteers put the needs of pups before their own needs and busy lives. But it is truly a labor of love ~ and volunteers reap the rewards of a unique glimpse into the world of marine mammals and of the human friendships that are borne out of time spent on the beach.

Some volunteers brought their children to “seal sit” and learn about seals while the pups entertained them with their yawns, stretches and periodic swims in the water below. It was also an extraordinary opportunity for Seal Sitters’ older youths to witness wildlife first-hand ~ sometimes even earning extra credit at school by seal sitting.

Seal Sitters thanks the many volunteers who have donated time this season. If you are a trained volunteer who has yet to be called, please email us and let us know the dates and times you are available!