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Documenting the places where people and wildlife meet.

From my studio at Channel Islands Harbor, I document the places where people and wildlife meet through field notes, photo essays, and lifestyle stories. Whether you’re here for ethical travel ideas or deep-dives into local ecosystems, these are the stories I’m proud to tell from the tide's edge.

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Alexis Noelle walks the boardwalk at the Piedras Blancas elephant seal rookery wearing a Salt + Noelle Admire from Afar jacket.

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Alexis Noelle 12/9/25 Alexis Noelle 12/9/25

Golden Hour at the Rookery: Elephant Seal Sparring & Sunset Light

Join me for a golden hour detour to Piedras Blancas, where the juvenile elephant seals are sparring in the surf. This photo essay covers the quiet chaos of the fall haul-out, unique thermoregulation behaviors like "sand sunscreen," and a first look at our new Admire from Afar branding.

Alexis Noelle 10/29/25 Alexis Noelle 10/29/25

A Windy Day in Morro Bay: Sea Otters, Storms & Local Life

Join me on an unforgettable day in Morro Bay, where calm mornings watching sea otters gave way to fierce winds and crashing waves. Explore the local flavors, shops, and wild coastal moments that make this Central Coast town so special.