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Whale cut from net in Sea of Cortez

Jul 5th, 2011 at 3:00PM: While rescuers search for the seven missing people who were aboard a boat that capsized in Mexico's Sea of Cortez over the weekend, these waters are filled with more than tragedy. I stumbled upon this video of a whale being cut from a hunting net and set free and I couldn't help but share. Members of the Great Whale Conservatory happened upon this trapped humpback whale in the Sea of Cortez. ...

Los Cabos' famed Arch experiences infrequent natural phenomenon

Los Cabos' famed Arch experiences infrequent natural phenomenon Apr 14th, 2011 at 4:45PM: Every four to seven years, the tide surrounding the iconic Arch of Los Cabos (El Arco) recedes to reveal a pristine, white sand beach. This natural phenomenon is happening today in Los Cabos. If you're in the area, stop by and check it out! Located in the region deemed "Lands End," the southernmost tip of the Baja California peninsula, this arch is a popular destination for travelers ...

Finding the Holy Spirit in Baja: A park is born

Finding the Holy Spirit in Baja: A park is born Jun 18th, 2010 at 5:00PM: Roughly twenty miles off the coast from the Baja town of La Paz lies a desert island no more than ten miles long and four miles wide. For centuries the locals have fished the bountiful waters surrounding Isla Espiritu Santo, or Island of the Holy Spirit. Scores of grouper, snapper, and a variety of fish in the jack family are snagged by locals and visitors daily. However, in recent years, ...

A new twist on Spring Break at Las Animas

A new twist on Spring Break at Las Animas Jan 23rd, 2009 at 4:00PM: Trade those tequila body-shots for a more serene scene at the Las Animas Wilderness Retreat. This is the only boat-in lodge on the Sea of Cortez in Baja, Mexico, and it is getting ready to redefine "spring break." Keg-standing coeds are in short supply, but regular wildlife is not. Hiking and snorkeling are among the activities that will bring you back to nature in a relaxing environment. If ...

Fishermen witness dolphin "stampede"

Dec 23rd, 2008 at 9:00AM: Fishing is one of those activities that's tailor-made for relaxing. Sure, there's some action involved when you finally hook a fish on the line, but until then there's pretty much nothing to do except sit back and relax. That was not the case however for a group of fishermen on a recent expedition in Mexico's Sea of Cortez. The group was out cruising when they came across a pod of dolphins and ...

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