The Rescue of Nanoose - Softcover

Borrowman, Mary; O'Loughlin, Chloe

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1894898206 ISBN 13: 9781894898201

Publisher: Touchwood Ed, 2006

Based on a true story, this book tells the story of Nanoose, the fortunate whale that was able to taste freedom again, thanks to the brave efforts of Captain Mike and Captain Jim..In September of 1994, an ususual rescue took place in the chilly waters off Telegraph Cove, a tiny, picturesque village perched on Vancouver Island's north coast. It was not stranded hikers or fishermen in distress who needed help, but a large humpback whale, which had become hopelessly entangled in a rope that had fallen from a fishing boat.Mary Borrowman and Chloe O'Loughlin tell the story of how the resident community of whale watchers sprang into action, and through the brave actions of two skippers, Captain Mike and Captain Jim, gave the whale its freedom.Based on a true story, The Rescue of Nanoose features delightful full-colour illustrations by Jacqueline Wang and will appeal to children of all ages.

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About the Author:

Mary Borrowman Lives in Telegraph Cove, B.C., where she and her husband have operated Stubbs Island Whale Watching for 25 years. Chloe O'Loughlin is executive director of the B.C. Chapter of Canadian Parks and Wilderness Society.

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