Whale Encounter Off Massachusetts Coast | Boston News

Alan Carter, a lifelong fisherman from Manchester, New Hampshire, had an unforgettable surprise while out on the water with his brother-in-law—spotting a pod of whales off Massachusetts for over an hour, feeding and playing right before them. Unlike any organized whale watch, this spontaneous encounter left him awestruck and vowed to be a memory he’ll never forget. But with such beauty comes responsibility: laws like the Marine Mammal Protection Act and Endangered Species Act require keeping at least 300 feet away (1,500 for North Atlantic right whales), slowing boats to 10 knots, and never feeding them. This magical moment reminds us we’re guests in their world—and respect is key. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/4ce9248be723d7d4