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Beam Reach

Live the life of a marine biologist

Study killer whales, conduct your own field research, and learn to sail during a 10-week off-campus adventure in the Pacific Northwest.

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Photo galleryEvery program captures thousands of images of whales & their ecosystem. View our best shots »

Sound libraryOur hydrophones let you hear & record orca calls and marine noise. Listen to underwater sounds »

MapsTrack our boat & the killer whales around the Pacific Northwest. Get your bearings »

Alumni connectionsHear from previous students about their experience & get advice. Interact with past students »

Beam Reach blog posts

When will ferries in British Columbia stop killing orcas? 06/30/2019
Washington orcas seek fishy dessert in California; find mostly a fishless desert 04/01/2019
What killed orca J34? 12/20/2018

Latest news about orcas & salmon

Canadian Navy responds to scientists’ stop-sonar letter 04/30/2012
Sonar heard in Puget Sound – through WA State ferry! 02/29/2012
NOAA’s search & tag cruise embarks 02/17/2012