bill mckim, Author at Bill McKim’s Jersey Shore Whale Watch Tour

Saturday whale watching trip.

October 17, 2020 // by bill mckim

We had another nice group of people for Saturday as well watch trip we saw two whales and 30 dolphins at sunset it was a beautiful day to be out on the ocean everyone was thrilled if you’re on the trip please take the time to leave a review thank you I hope you enjoyed it as much as we all did another great job done by Danielle and crew

Tail Slapping good time today

October 14, 2020 // by bill mckim

Everyone enjoyed the whale watching trip today, photo by one of our fans on the trip Anne Marie, nice pictures.

We had a great whale watching trip today with a special guest Brian from news 12 New Jersey. We headed south towards Manasquan direction we generally don’t go in that direction. We were able to locate two whales on our three hour tour. Our guide Danielle said these were two new whales that she didn’t have in her extensive catalog so that was good news for her she loves documenting new whales come out with us soon wheels are everywhere we promise that you will see a whale on our trip thanks Bill

here are some photos from today’s trip.

Friday afternoon whale watching trip fan photo

October 11, 2020 // by bill mckim

Look at this amazing photo one of the people on the boat took of the jumping shark.
I believe Trisha took this photo, thanks for sharing it.

Photos October 10th whale watching trip

October 10, 2020 // by bill mckim

We found two whales today both were humpback whales we were just 2 miles off the beach today another great whale watching trip our guide Danielle did a great job today spotting the whales.

Amazing Sunday Funday Whale Watching Belmar

October 4, 2020 // by bill mckim

Another amazing whale watching trip we were just 2-3 miles off the coast of Belmar up to Asbury Park at one point we’re up near Long branch Humpback whales everywhere great day we all really enjoyed it and we got some beautiful photos of two whales swimming side-by-side. I love speaking to families on thier first whale watching trip enjoying the ocean.
As I was leaving the parking lot a car stopped, and thanked me for taking them whale watching.Folks you made my day!
I will have some more photos to add.
We will also be holding a whale watching photographing contest with many prizes and categories.

Beautiful October weather today. Https://www.jerseyshorewhalewatchingtour.com

Coming back to the marina after whale watching

October 3rd we saw at least 7 different whales

October 3, 2020 // by bill mckim

So today was one for the books we saw dolphins A Minke whale and at least seven different humpback whales.
here are some photos from a record-breaking whale watching trip today.

When I see its peak we are watching the season today was even better than ever thought it could be seven whales is pretty amazing.

we also saw over 100 dolphins, it was an amazing day. Great to be out in the fresh ocean air.

12 HOUR OFF SHORE WHALE WATCHING ADVENTURE OCTOBER 19TH

September 29, 2020 // by bill mckim

I promise we will do it again join newsletter to make sure you are first to know, this next trip will sellout in a day!

here is the trip review from October 19th https://jerseyshorewhalewatchingtour.com/2020/10/trip-to-the-promise-land-of-whales/

It’s finally here! Our OFFSHORE WRECK WHALE WATCHING ADVENTURE! This will be an EXCLUSIVE 12-hour trip 50-60 miles offshore to search for migrating humpback, finback, and minke whales! We will also be looking for bottlenose dolphins, common dolphins, pilot whales, pelagic birds, and who knows what else! We are limiting this trip to only 30 people so get your tickets now before it sells out!

We are SO excited for our 12-hour offshore trip on October 19th!

If you are joining us, expect to see a beautiful sunrise as we make our way east towards the Triple Wrecks. You will have plenty of room to relax as our three experienced observers search the waters to find you some of the largest whales in the North Atlantic. Large schools of dolphins, jumping tuna, diving birds, and sea turtles are all commonly seen on these trips. Here are some photos of the marine animals we hope to find!

about the boat

The Queen Mary is an 85’ Gulf Craft saltwater fishing boat fully restored in 2017. It features a huge cabin with ample covered seating and tables, we will socially distance our time inside, as well as plenty of room on 2 decks. She is licensed and approved for up to 95 passengers, so space certainly isn’t an issue! The Queen Mary has a large top deck to view the action or just relax and enjoy the scenery.

Though we emphasize the whales, our trips focus on all sea life. We take time for birds, dolphins, sea turtles, fish, and anything else that we find of interest at sea. On each trip there are enough leaders for the group size. Leaders are chosen not only for their whale/ pelagic experience, but also for their abilities to help you with spotting and identifying the life forms that are found. Remember, you are one of many, if you have a question for a leader, don’t be shy, ask them, and stick close to them for identification assistance.

Thank you, and I hope to see you aboard! I can’t wait -Bill

just another day at the office for Danielle with a whale breach in the background August 2020

Danielle Marie Brown Will be leading our tour

yes on bringing face masks in case we need to be inside the boat cabin at some point, rain or shine, but it will be the captain’s call on safe water conditions.
October 19, 2020
6am-6pm
Boarding at 5:30am sharp!
Queen Mary
Point Pleasant, NJ

cost is $200 per person
**Tickets are available by pre-paid reservation only. All tickets are non-refundable. However, if the trip is cancelled due to weather we will reschedule for another day, you would have the option for a 75% refund if you can’t make rescheduled date.

This is a unique trip, this is not a trip for someone who does have good sea legs, or is a beginner boater.

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Whales September 25th trip: Minke and Humpback

September 25, 2020 // by bill mckim

We had another great day on Jersey shore whale watch. Here are some photos.

Whale watching photos Sept 23 trip

September 23, 2020 // by bill mckim

Another great day whale watching we saw 3 Humpback whales on the trip we were just 2-3 off the coast of Asbury Park and Long Branch nj. Join us soon. Whale watching season is peak season right now.

Great group trip — These girls scouts loved seeing the whales! Jersey Shore whale watch review September 23rd 2020

Jersey Shore whale watch review September 23rd 2020

Every year thousands of humpbacks travel along the east coast. We follow them

September 18, 2020 // by bill mckim

We follow them for a few months each year. Each year in late summer to mid fall, whales all types of whales head south to the warm Caribbean waters. We will take you out to see for yourself the giants of the sea.The sounds they make blowing or slapping their fins is something you won’t forget. Join us soon on a 3 hour whale watching trip,it’s great family fun. We do socially distance people so make sure to book early as most trips sellout due to reduced capacity.

whale watching trip 4 whales!

September 17, 2020 // by bill mckim

Wednesday was a great trip. We started with a Minke whale these whales are the smallest of the big whales and are very fast and difficult to photograph Here are a couple images of the Minke whale we saw off Asbury Park Wednesday

Below is a Minke whale off the coast of New Jersey

The minke whales are the second smallest baleen whale; only the pygmy right whale is smaller. Upon reaching sexual maturity (6–8 years of age), males measure an average of 6.9 m (23 ft) and females 8 m (26 ft) in length, respectively. Reported maximum lengths vary from 9.1 to 10.7 m (30 to 35 ft) for females and 8.8 to 9.8 m (29 to 32 ft) for males. Both sexes typically weigh 4–5 t (3.9–4.9 long tons; 4.4–5.5 short tons) at sexual maturity, and the maximum weight may be as much as 10 t (9.8 long tons; 11 short tons).

The minke whale is a black/gray/purple color.^{[clarification needed]} Common minke whales (Northern Hemisphere variety) are distinguished from other whales by a white band on each flipper. The body is usually black or dark-gray above and white underneath. Minke whales in New Jersey have between 240 and 360 baleen plates on each side of their mouths. Most of the length of the back, including dorsal fin and blowholes, appears at once when the whale surfaces to breathe.

Minke whales typically live for 30–50 years; in some cases they may live for up to 60 years.

bait fish long branch nj , whales love menhaden fish

breaching whale 2020 asbury park deal nj — I missed photographing this full out of the water breach, my camera was in stand by mode i wont make that mistake again, whale photography is always fun

Coming back to the marina after a very successful 3 hour whale watching trip

Whale watching trip review

September 7, 2020 // by bill mckim

Saturday was a great trip. It Mickey where was Budd within the first 20 minutes of the trip off of Asbury Park deal beach area. Everyone loves seeing the Minkey Whales and there was tons of bait fish around the area. We then continued north and spotted at least three different humpback whales . Bill was not on the trip so we don’t have as many photos. Bill was photographing a wedding Saturday so he wasn’t able to be with us but here are some photos taken by some of the customers on the boat the first few are from our friend and who some of you have met selling shirts at the boat.

Saturday 9/5 whale watching report

September 6, 2020 // by bill mckim

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