Ft. Bragg 13 August 2006

People rushed from the cabin to the rail, as the pterodroma flew by the boat. Soon, nearly everyone was crowded on the bow, as I gave directions for the skipper to follow the bird. We did this successfully for 17 minutes, with the bird making passes at the bow as closely as 30 feet. The thrilling excitement of this chase was unimaginable! Finally, the bird rapidly peeled off, leaving a wake of deliriously thrilled seabirders.