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Whale Waters Update for Glacier Bay Effective June 28, 2024

June 28, 2024 · Source: National Park Service

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Glacier Bay National Park and Preserve Superintendent Tom Schaff announced today that a 13-knot vessel speed limit is being implemented in the eastern portion of Lower Bay whale waters. These updated operating requirements are effective from 5 AM Friday June 28th until further notice.

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