Puffin Patrol 2025

Frequently Asked Questions

Photo: Chris Whalen
When is Puffin Patrol?

August 1 – August 31st, 2025

Every night there are two shifts that go out to patrol. The first shift is from 8PM to 10PM, and the second is from 10PM – 12AM. 

Headquarters is at O’Brien’s Boat Tours. Each shift begins and ends there. 

The address is: 

22 Lower Road, Bay Bulls, NL, A0A 1C0

Registration will go live in July!

Waivers will be released with registration!

Each night we are limited to 7 car-fulls of people.

You can join the waitlist! If spots become available, you will be notified in the order registered for the waitlist.

No! There is no age limit to patrol, but patrollers under 18 must be accompanied by an adult at all times while patrolling.

Every patroller must bring their own:

  • Flashlight
  • Fluorescent safety vest
  • Gloves (leather or nitrile coated are recommended)

 

We will provide nets and crates, and sanitize them between each use.

No. Unfortunately, we are currently unable to provide transportation to Witless Bay, the patrolling area, or accommodations for volunteers.