Icebergs 1

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This photo shows three icebergs that can be seen from the shores of Blackhead, Newfoundland, on 3 June 2007. According to the International Ice Patrol, to the left is a small tabular iceberg, on the horizon in the center is a small iceberg with two spirals called a drydocked; to the left is another one classified as a small drydocked iceberg. Information on shapes found at http://www.icebergfinder.com/iceberg-guide/iceberg-faq.aspx#a13. Sizes are found at http://www.icebergfinder.com/iceberg-guide/iceberg-faq.aspx#a11. More information can be found at http://www.uscg.mil/LANTAREA/IIP/FAQ/FAQ_Icebergs.shtml. During iceberg season, we check the Ice Berg Finder site and subscribe to their weekly e-mail newsletter. We photographed the icebergs for approximately an hour; by the end of that time, we could see a fourth iceberg in the distance.

What a beautiful view from the peaceful, but very cold, banks of Blackhead. Although sunny and bright, the temperature only reached about 8 C (44 F).

Another view of the iceberg with waves breaking on the iceberg and on shore. This reminds us of an over-the shoulder view of the King and Queen of Hearts.

A tour boat comes alongside the iceberg. Between the spires a fishing vessel is visible as it goes out to sea.

The tour boat then moves to the tabular iceberg. These tour boats hold approximately 40 to 50 people.