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Humpback whales in Southeast Alaska

Click here-Close up bubble netting Humpback Whale I took this video while on the Alaska charter yacht ‘Midnight Sun’. Humpback whales, scientifically known as Megaptera novaeangliae, are magnificent marine mammals belonging to the baleen whale family, Balaenopteridae. Here’s some information about the biology of humpback whales: Size and Physical Characteristics: Humpback whales are one of …

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Exploring the Mysteries of Southeast Alaska: A Journey through Time

Ahoy, fellow adventurers! Captain Eric Olsen here, owner of the illustrious yacht Midnight Sun, ready to take you on a captivating voyage through the history of Southeast Alaska. Nestled amidst a rugged landscape of towering mountains, ancient glaciers, and glistening fjords, this region has an enchanting tale to tell—one that spans centuries of human resilience, …

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Get to know Southeast Alaska

As an owner/Operator of a 70’ charter yacht cruising the Southeast Alaska coast I am still in awe on a daily basis.

A man holding a large fish in his hands.

Fishing the Alaska Coast

Halibut and salmon fishing in Alaska is an experience to remember. Then you get to eat some of the best wild seafood fresh from ocean.