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- Animals Enslaved to a Life in the Entertainment Industry(11.2010) Subliminally we are sending messages to these children that it is justifiable to take something against it's will; we are telling them it is okay for something to be treated inhumanely.
- PETA Files Constitutional Lawsuit Against SeaWorld on Behalf of OrcasIn what may be the first lawsuit of its kind, People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA), along with five marine mammal experts, are filing a suit in federal court against SeaWorld for violating the Thirteenth Amendment rights of orca whales.
Visit Orcas Island in the San Juan ArchipelagoOver 700 rural islands make up Washington's San Juan Archipelago, but only four (Orcas, San Juan, Lopez, and Shaw) are served by the ferry system or by small seaplanes. Orcas is the largest of the four developed islands.
Tilikum's TruthLearn the history of Tilikum and why he is not the "monster" that is sometimes portrayed in the media.- The Similarities in the Orca and ToyotaThe risk we take when stepping in a car, or stepping in a tank with a killer whale, should be assumed and accepted.
- Killer Whale Lifecycle and Diet - Orca Lifespan and FoodBetween the two subspecies, killer whales or orcas will eat just about anything. Learn about the killer whale's diet and life cycle here.
- Killer Whale Facts - Orca InformationKiller whales or orcas are the apex predators of the ocean. Learn all about killer whales by checking out these facts.
- Killer Whale Orca Vs Great White SharkA fight between a killer whale or orca against a great white shark is epic, but would almost always lead to victory for the killer whale. Find out why the marine mammal is more deadly than the great white.
The Best Place in the World to See an Orca (Killer Whale) in the WildThe best place in the world to see orcas, or killer whales, in the wild is off the coast of Vancouver Island in British Columbia. Spend a few days, or more, camping on a remote island and kayaking in Johnstone Strait. You will never want to leave!- Are SeaWorld Killer Whales to Blame for Death?Questions regarding the death of a trainer at SeaWorld, outcries from animal activists.
- The Orca or Killer Whale: Facts and InformationAlthough the Orca is commonly known as the killer whale it is actually in the dolphin and porpoise family.
Get Ferried Away to Orcas Island, WashingtonLooking for that million-miles-away-from-it-all feeling that only comes from escaping to an island? You'll find it on Orcas Island, off the mainland of Washington state - no passport required!- Use a BiocomposterBiocomposting reactors use environmentally friendly microorganisms to transform food waste, paper, and biodegradable plastic into water and carbon dioxide.
Freeing Orca'sIs freeing Orcas the right thing to do?
The Real Free Willy: Should Captive Orcas Be Released into the Wild?A major feature film "Free Willy" touched the hearts of people world wide and evoked a sort of dominant ideology-one that fired emotions in viewers to advocate the freedom of Keiko. Was releasing him into the wild the right thing to do? He loved humans!- The Orca - The Killer WhaleLearn about the orca, and how they live. Find out the physical features of an orca, and their life span.
FREE ACTIVITIES and EVENTS AROUND the SAN JUAN ISLANDS THIS SUMMEROf all the things you could do in the San Juan Islands this summer, plenty of them are free activities and events. Check it out and come visit!
Five Movies Featuring Aquatic TerrorsThe release of 'Shark Night 3D' prompted this list of aquatic terror flicks that don't feature sharks.
Weekend Adventures in Washington StateThe Pacific Northwest has some of the most spectacular scenery in the United States. If you're looking for a weekend trip from the Seattle area, here you'll find plenty of excellent options to choose from.- The End of the Line for Colt Harris?Colton (Colt) Harris-Moore, AKA Barefoot Bandit possibly trapped on Orcas island without a way to get out.
Killer Whale Tragedy at SeaWorld and Orca FactsKiller Whale kills his trainer: Dawn Brancheau- Befriending the OrcaA poem with a message to save the whale.
Under the SeaA poem about my facination with the ocean- Spa Review of Rosario Resort and Spa In The San Juan Islands Off Puget SoundThis article reviews the Rosario Resort and Spa located in the San Juan Islands 80 miles outside of Seattle Washington.
