FOR Misty Dawn's CAMERA CRITTERS and Mary's MOSAIC MONDAY this is a continuation of an earlier FullTime-Life post about California sea lions in Oregon (click the blue link to see it). Thanks to both hosts!
I was more than fascinated by the opportunity to get close-ups of these gentle giants at Newport's Sea Lion docks. Instead of trying to rephrase what we learned about them, I am reproducing the FAQ sign. (Each picture will enlarge on clicking.)
I'm still not totally sure about whether the sea lion docks are a good idea or not, but it was great to have the up close and personal photo ops!
Awwww..sweet and good info that I learned from Sallie
Posted by: Rambling Woods | September 08, 2012 at 07:54 PM
Wonderful and I too get to see these gentle giants in a few weeks somewhere in LA...yeah~
Posted by: Mary Howell Cromer | September 06, 2012 at 04:57 AM
Wow! Great photos and how lucky to be able to get that close to them.
Posted by: Mick | September 04, 2012 at 01:34 PM
Fascinating creatures, Sallie! They sure seem to love the docks, so I guess if it doesn't harm them it's okay. :)
Posted by: Gail | September 04, 2012 at 12:52 PM
What great photos! I haven't seen any of these in years...they are such interesting animals! Hugs!
Posted by: Lavender Dreams | September 03, 2012 at 05:11 PM
They look pretty contented LOL
Posted by: Joe Todd | September 03, 2012 at 02:13 PM
How wonderful to have got so close to the sea lions, wonderful shots. The individual sections of the mosaic did not enlarge for me just reopened the mosaic in a different window, never mind just thought you might want to know.
Posted by: lindyloumacinitaly | September 03, 2012 at 09:38 AM
Wonderful shots of the sea lions. What a treat that would be to see them there.
Posted by: Carver | September 03, 2012 at 05:27 AM
When I saw this post I thought of the seals that have made their home on Cape Cod and now sharks frequent the area. Tourism is up. It is a tough balance.
Posted by: Mary Pellerito | September 03, 2012 at 04:48 AM
Oh, they're a GREAT idea!! I saw wild sea lions playing today at the head of the Great Australian Bight!! Would have killed for a dock for them to rest on - but only for selfish reasons so I could get a photo!!
Posted by: Red Nomad OZ | September 03, 2012 at 03:49 AM
Beautiful photographs, fantastic animals, such views are real joy. I am greeting
Posted by: ZielonaMila | September 03, 2012 at 01:04 AM
What great shots you have. I love those beautiful animals with their sweet faces.
Posted by: Riet | September 02, 2012 at 11:02 PM
I think they have the cutest little faces!
Posted by: Carletta | September 02, 2012 at 08:14 PM
I have been having trouble posting a comment on your blog. I've tried many times I changed my URL I noticed it was from a blog that I deleted so I hope this one works.
You have great shots of seals here. The one in the bottom right of the mosaic looks like she's puckering up for a kiss. In San Fran the seals were given pontoons to lie on so they wouldn't lie on the wharves where people walk.
Posted by: diane | September 02, 2012 at 07:17 PM
Sea lions are very adorable!! Thanks a lot for interesting information about them. Especially about their ears. Next time I go to an aquarium, I will take a close look at them. Excellent photos! Have a wonderful week!
keiko
Posted by: snowwhite | September 02, 2012 at 05:54 PM
I love these guys!!
especially the bottom right
what a face he has
fantastic collage
Posted by: dianne | September 02, 2012 at 04:42 PM
I cannot even begin to imagine getting up so close to the sea lions. These are fabulous captures. I really feel like I am there with you. I think Ridge felt like one of them when he did the old Polar Plunge. I like Oregon like I do Washington. genie
Posted by: genie | September 02, 2012 at 01:55 PM
they're really cool. i enjoyed reading that fact sheet, too. thanks!
Posted by: TexWisGirl | September 02, 2012 at 07:25 AM
They are much cuter than the human sea lions in the swimming pool who splash around and kick everybody, lol !
Posted by: Gattina | September 02, 2012 at 07:11 AM
What a lovely group of gentle animals!
Posted by: bettyl | September 02, 2012 at 03:47 AM
You really got some great shots. Looks like some of them will soon fall off the docks.
Posted by: Gaelyn | September 01, 2012 at 11:13 PM
Nice shots, we visited Newport years ago and really enjoyed the docks at Newport.
Posted by: Yogi | September 01, 2012 at 09:13 PM
These are great!
Posted by: Sandy Carlson (USA) | September 01, 2012 at 08:32 PM
Very cool shots! I have always enjoyed those rare moments when I can get up close to these guys. As much as we are allowed anyhow. They are really neat animals and thanks for sharing the fact sheets too.
Posted by: Denise | September 01, 2012 at 05:11 PM
Cool shots of the Sea Lions, Sallie! We both have the Oregon Sea lions this week. They are cute critters. Wonderful photos.
Posted by: Eileen | September 01, 2012 at 04:41 PM
As I commented before. You have the most interesting shots and some great information. I enjoyed learning more about these graceful creatures.
Posted by: Rita aka Cashjocky | September 01, 2012 at 03:55 PM
It must be nice to have your own free dock. Great captures, Sallie.
Have a wonderful weekend :)
Posted by: Pam :) | September 01, 2012 at 02:45 PM
Nice shots - this reminds me of one time when I was in San Francisco and saw sea lions on the docks.
Posted by: Al | September 01, 2012 at 12:54 PM
I definitelythink they were posing for you. Very cute!
Posted by: Halcyon | September 01, 2012 at 11:14 AM
Some cute captures-I love the facial close-ups!
Posted by: HAZEL | September 01, 2012 at 10:58 AM
Beautiful creatures.
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Posted by: Rose | September 01, 2012 at 10:33 AM
Awesome post! Seals are so fun to watch!
Posted by: Misty Dawn | September 01, 2012 at 09:45 AM