Spring whale hunting is over.. this year, for all practical purposes.
Barrow 3 small whales
Time to Look !
Wainwright – No whales
Pt. Lay – One whale
Point Hope – Two whales Omnicks & Oktolliks Crews
Those are very sad numbers of actual food for almost 7 thousand people.
Time to Pack .. ..
Barrow could have had a much higher success rate, if it were not for people (crews) rushing to the lead with snowmachines and metal boats – just as the whales were coming to the Point, (our location). Seven crews hyjacked our trail, and took over the ice with much clamor and noise making – which scared all the animals away.
Once your crew is setup @ the lead, there are no machines permited this close. walk – keep quiet and no loud noises.
Time to Scat !
Waiting & Watching for FOOD!