Looking for a way to beat the winter blues? Nothing can raise your spirits more than the adorable harbor seals that make their way to Connecticut each year. Take a seal-watching cruise to enjoy the magical winter wildlife of the Long Island Sound. There’s only a short window to catch a glimpse of these cuties so start making your plans today.

Every year in March and April an adorable group of harbor seals enters the waters of the Long Island Sound as part of their migration pattern. Project Oceanology will transport you out to see them as the seals bask in the winter sun.

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Climb aboard the Enviro Lab II Research Vessel for a 1 1/2 hour-cruise out to Fisher’s Island. View up to 300 seals in a single outing as the crew navigates the Sound.

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Passengers must be six-years-old and older to join in on the seal-watching cruise. Bring your own binoculars if you have them or share the pairs on board.

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Bundle up and wear appropriate cold weather gear for the boat trip. This cruise is a rare chance to see and photograph seals in the wild.

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Trips to see these delightful marine animals take place on Saturdays in March and Saturdays and Sundays in April. The cruises fill up quickly. If you’re really excited about this opportunity, start making your plans sooner rather than later.

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The cost for the 1 1/2-hour seal-watching cruise is $40 for adults, $25 for kids ages 6 - 12, and $35 for military personnel. Perk your spirits up with a one-of-a-kind adventure on this magical winter cruise.

TripAdvisor/Super_Dino Find Project Oceanology at 1084 Shennecossett Rd., Groton, Connecticut 06340. For more information or to make reservations, visit their website. You can also follow them on Facebook.

Have you ever embarked on a seal watching cruise? Another exciting activity for families along the shoreline is this amazing hike that leads to some primitive Native American shelters.

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Find Project Oceanology at 1084 Shennecossett Rd., Groton, Connecticut 06340. For more information or to make reservations, visit their website. You can also follow them on Facebook.

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