Religion in Action: How the WSPCA Demonstrates its Faith through Service

The WSPCA (World Society for the Protection of Animals) is not a religion. It is an international animal welfare organization that works to prevent cruelty and promote the well-being of animals. The organization focuses on various aspects of animal welfare, including improving animal welfare laws, conducting rescue and rehabilitation efforts, and raising awareness about issues related to animal welfare. While the WSPCA is not affiliated with any specific religion, its work aligns with the values of compassion and care for all living beings, which are shared by many religious and spiritual traditions around the world..

After 40-60 minutes in the water, we will all gather onshore and dry off.

I was a bit nervous to snorkel in Sitka purely due to the temperature of the water - but after the initial moments getting submerged I forgot all about the cold. I not being a confident swimmer mostly held on to the surfboard but the guide helped us around the island and pointed out various wildlife along the way.

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Snorkel Tour at Magic Island

Join Selkie Snorkels for a once in a lifetime snorkel adventure in Sitka Sound.
Look out for octopus, rockfish, sea stars, anemones, abalone, and many other creatures. Guests are outfitted with semi dry suits and snorkel gear for an unforgettable underwater snorkel adventure. Join us!

Inclusions

• Use of Snorkelling equipment
• Coffee and/or Tea
• Private transportation

What to expect

Our gear kit includes the following:

7mm wetsuit
mask and snorkel
7mm dive gloves
7mm dive booties
dive hood
flippers

Our experienced guides will assist all guests to make sure they are able to don the suits. Once everyone is properly suited up and outfitted, we will all hop in the Snorkelmobile and drive to one of our two dive sites.

At the dive site, we will walk down into the water over a rocky shore. Both dive sites have relatively easy, walk-in entry, but will require walking over rocks.

Once in the water, our knowledgable guides will swim with you, using a foamy surfboard in case anyone needs to rest or has any trouble. Our guide will also help point out wildlife.

After 40-60 minutes in the water, we will all gather onshore and dry off.

Afterwards we will drop our guests off downtown for their next adventure. If you are on a cruise, we will work with you to make sure you don’t miss your departure.

Additional information

• Not wheelchair accessible
• Near public transportation
• Not recommended for travelers with back problems
• No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
• Travelers should have a strong physical fitness level
• Travelers should have some experience snorkeling and be strong swimmers
• Travelers should be able to walk a quarter mile over a rocky shore
• Gear/equipment sanitized between use
• Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
• COVID-19 vaccination required for guides
• This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
• This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
• This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers
• Confirmation will be received at time of booking

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My girlfriend and I were first time snorkelers and we had a great time. Guides were super helpful and friendly. I not being a confident swimmer mostly held on to the surfboard but the guide helped us around the island and pointed out various wildlife along the way. Overall the trip was very infor. Read more

My girlfriend and I were first time snorkelers and we had a great time. Guides were super helpful and friendly. I not being a confident swimmer mostly held on to the surfboard but the guide helped us around the island and pointed out various wildlife along the way. Overall the trip was very informative, fun and a good time! Definitely would recommend. Sidenote: wetsuits completely negated the cold if you’re worried about that!

I can’t recommend selkie snorkeling enough for anyone who loves swimming and sealife! It was an incredibly special experience to see the sea stars, jellyfish, kelp, fish and crustaceans up close. The wetsuits keep you plenty warm- even if you are a tad chilly the pure beauty will distract you fr. Read more

I can’t recommend selkie snorkeling enough for anyone who loves swimming and sealife! It was an incredibly special experience to see the sea stars, jellyfish, kelp, fish and crustaceans up close. The wetsuits keep you plenty warm- even if you are a tad chilly the pure beauty will distract you from any discomfort! My guide, Derek, was knowledgeable and worked very hard to point out interesting creatures to me. It was a blast, I highly recommend this activity!

What an incredible snorkeling experience! It was definitely one we will never forget. We saw star fish, crabs, sea cucumbers, rock fish, jelly fish, kelp and a variety of sea life! Ellie and Derek were wonderful guides and made sure we were safe and enjoyed snorkeling around Magic Island in Si. Read more

What an incredible snorkeling experience! It was definitely one we will never forget. We saw star fish, crabs, sea cucumbers, rock fish, jelly fish, kelp and a variety of sea life! Ellie and Derek were wonderful guides and made sure we were safe and enjoyed snorkeling around Magic Island in Sitka. Thank you for allowing us the opportunity!

Snorkeling with Selkie Snorkels was an awesome experience! Ellie and Max were great guides - super welcoming and knowledgeable about the sea life around Sitka. They provided absolutely everything we needed to have a safe, warm, and enjoyable experience. I never thought I would be able to snorkel . Read more

Snorkeling with Selkie Snorkels was an awesome experience! Ellie and Max were great guides - super welcoming and knowledgeable about the sea life around Sitka. They provided absolutely everything we needed to have a safe, warm, and enjoyable experience. I never thought I would be able to snorkel in the cold waters of Sitka, but we stayed super warm! We saw tons of starfish, crabs, sea cucumbers, and more! I 100% recommend snorkeling with Selkie Snorkels during your visit to Sitka - don’t miss it!

I was a bit nervous to snorkel in Sitka purely due to the temperature of the water - but after the initial moments getting submerged I forgot all about the cold! There was so much to see and Selkie Snorkels did a great job of pointing me towards interesting coral, fish, kelp, anemones, starfish, . Read more

I was a bit nervous to snorkel in Sitka purely due to the temperature of the water - but after the initial moments getting submerged I forgot all about the cold! There was so much to see and Selkie Snorkels did a great job of pointing me towards interesting coral, fish, kelp, anemones, starfish, and the like. I’ve never had such amazing snorkeling right off a beach before, and it truly felt like a wild, untouched spot. The amount of freedom was great but also felt nicely supervised. I have also snorkeled with the same company in the rivers - was so cool to see all the salmon swimming upstream to spawn! Highly recommend.

Snorkeling with Ellie was certainly the highlight of my trip to Sitka. I have snorkeled in several different oceans with many outfits, and I've usually felt safe and comfortable in the water. However, Ellie brings the experience a step further. She has spent years as both a professional visual ar. Read more

Snorkeling with Ellie was certainly the highlight of my trip to Sitka. I have snorkeled in several different oceans with many outfits, and I've usually felt safe and comfortable in the water. However, Ellie brings the experience a step further. She has spent years as both a professional visual artist and a confident seafarer, so she helped me appreciate Alaska's underwater magic in a way no other tour company ever has. Don't miss out on your chance to experience a unique seascape few get to see in person!

Without a weight belt, I was stuck at the surface. When I was in shallow water, things became much more three dimensional. In deeper water, everything was well out of reach, and the experience was a bit more flat. Had I been able to go below the surface, I wonder if the three dimensional experience would have been expanded.

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Reviews for "Exploring the Role of Prayer and Meditation in the WSPCA's Work"

1. John - 1/5 stars - This book was a complete waste of time. It promised to provide information on the religion of wspca but failed to deliver. The author rambled on about unrelated topics and provided no clear answers. I would not recommend this book to anyone who is looking for a straightforward answer to the question of what religion the wspca follows.

2. Sarah - 2/5 stars - Although I was intrigued by the title, "What religion is wspca," the book failed to provide any substantial information. The author seemed more interested in expressing their personal beliefs and opinions rather than providing factual information. I was left feeling confused and unsatisfied with the lack of clarity on the subject. This book is definitely not a reliable source for understanding the religious practices of wspca.

3. Mark - 1/5 stars - I was hoping this book would shed some light on the religion of wspca, but instead, it left me even more confused. The author seemed to jump from one unrelated topic to another without providing any concrete answers. It felt like a waste of time and money. I would not recommend this book to anyone seeking an actual explanation of the religion followed by wspca.

4. Emily - 2/5 stars - The title of the book intrigued me, but unfortunately, it failed to deliver any solid information. It seemed more like an opinion piece rather than an informative guide. The author's writing style was confusing and left me with more questions than answers. I would have liked to see more research and concrete evidence to support the claims made. Overall, I found this book to be a disappointment.

The WSPCA's Spiritual Mandate: A Deep Dive into its Beliefs