PORT TOWNSEND — The last chance for a birding cruise to Protection Island this year will be New Year’s Eve.
The three-hour trip — hosted by the Port Townsend Marine Science Center in collaboration with Puget Sound Express — will leave from Port Townsend’s Point Hudson Marina at 1 p.m.
“Our New Year’s Eve cruise has become an annual tradition for many people, giving everyone a chance to see lots of birds and wildlife,” said Anne Murphy, the center’s executive director.
Naturalists from the center provide commentary during the cruise to Protection Island, a National Wildlife Refuge located at the mouth of Discovery Bay.
Trips may include an additional stop at the Kilisut Harbor/Mystery Bay area (between Marrowstone and Indian Islands).
Onboard refreshments are available.
Tickets are $55 per person — or $50 for members of the center, Burke Museum or the Audubon or Washington Ornithological societies.
Proceeds from the trip help to fund the center’s programs.
For reservations or more information, phone the center at 360-385-5582 or 800-566-3932, or e-mail cruises@ptmsc.org.
The center’s Whales in Our Midst traveling exhibit will remain on display in the Natural History Exhibit through Thursday, Dec. 30.
For more information, phone the center, e-mail info@ptmsc.org or visit www.ptmsc.org.
