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The ORCA Card @theorcacard.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

Each year, ORCA asks riders to provide feedback on how they ride transit and how they use their ORCA card. If you have a myORCA account, you'll automatically be invited to take the survey. 🚨 If you don't have an account, sign up for free www.myorca.com/customeracco... or download the myORCA app.

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The ORCA Card @theorcacard.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

Fall vibes are finally here across Puget Sound! Check out some of our favorite fall spots you can get to by riding with an ORCA transit partner. Remember, your ORCA card works across seven different transit agencies on buses, trains, ferries, and more. 🍂 Reply below, what's your favorite fall spot?

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The ORCA Card @theorcacard.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

ORCA will be at the new Pinehurst station opening celebration on Sept. 30 from 2-6 PM. Learn how to pay for transit, ways to save money, and more. There will be live music, food, community orgs, and an activity with station artist Romson Bustillo. 📍 Pinehurst Link station, 13110 5th Ave NE

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The ORCA Card @theorcacard.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

🔔 Your ORCA card has a low balance? You can get notified about that. 1. Log into (or create) your account on myORCA.com 2. Click account settings 3. Scroll down and find the notifications you care about 4. Click the button on the right to turn your notifications on or off

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The ORCA Card @theorcacard.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

We're looking back at this summer with a few fun stats to share! It really was a summer to remember. From record transit ridership to our first summer of Tap to Pay, ORCA made waves across Puget Sound. Check it out! 🚍 23.9 million boarding taps 💳 2.3 million credit or debit card taps, and more!

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The ORCA Card @theorcacard.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

Reply below to let us know, where do you plan to go using your ORCA card this weekend? 📸 While you're out and about, snap a photo and tag us. We would love to share some of our favorite rider adventures!

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The ORCA Card @theorcacard.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

What was that?! Oh, just Boop telling you to ride transit and tap your ORCA card if you're going to the Seahawks home opener today. 🏈

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The ORCA Card @theorcacard.bsky.social · 03/09/2026

Apple Cup incoming, and we want to know who you're rooting for. Comment a 💜 if you're rooting for UW or comment a ❤️ if you're all in on WSU! UW hosts at Husky Stadium this year. If you're going to the game or a watch party, bus or light rail is your best bet to avoid traffic and parking fees.

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The ORCA Card @theorcacard.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

🎮 Headed to PAX WEST this weekend? Transit is the easiest way to get to the Seattle Convention Center. An ORCA card works on almost all forms of transit, so you can hop on a bus and transfer to light rail using the same card! If you're visiting, tap a credit/debit card to ride transit in Seattle.

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The ORCA Card @theorcacard.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

We can't help you with your homework, but we can help you get to school for free. 🎒 ✏️ Youth between the ages of 6 and 18 can get their own ORCA card and ride buses, light rail, ferries, and more for free. Order a free youth ORCA card online: info.myorca.com/youth-ride-f...

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The ORCA Card @theorcacard.bsky.social · 27/08/2026

🚍 ORCA transit partners have upcoming service changes to help keep Puget Sound moving this fall. Check out our article to get the full details on what's happening: info.myorca.com/news/service...

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The ORCA Card @theorcacard.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

Celebrate Community Transit's 50th anniversary on August 30 at Community Transit Day at the Evergreen State Fair. 🚍 Hop on Bluebell, an original bus that’s transformed into a museum. 💙 Pick up a 50th Anniversary ORCA card (while supplies last). ⭐ Collect stickers and bus trading cards.

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Zack Shoemaker @blitzswitch217.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

Boop ✅ M's Hat ✅ ORCA Card ✅ Ferry Boat ✅ Anything we're missing? @theorcacard.bsky.social

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The ORCA Card @theorcacard.bsky.social · 21/08/2026

What's in your Mariners game day bag? ⚾ Comment your essentials below. Here's a look into ours:

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The ORCA Card @theorcacard.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

Gotta tap 'em all! Check out this awesome Boop inspired Pokémon card made by @japacible on Instagram. We love your creativity, ORCA Pod! If you have any fun ORCA photos to share, tag us in your posts or send us a direct message, we love seeing what you all get up to.

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The ORCA Card @theorcacard.bsky.social · 06/08/2026

You've heard of Capitol Hill Block Party, but have you heard of Boop's Transit Party?? 🪩 🚍 It's a year round event, and the best part, tickets never sell out! But seriously, if you're headed to Capitol Hill this weekend, take public transit! Have fun without worrying about how you're getting home.

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The ORCA Card @theorcacard.bsky.social · 04/08/2026

☀️ We recently asked our followers where they were most excited to go this summer using their ORCA card. Check out some of our favorite answers (and maybe even get your own inspiration for the second half of Seattle summer)! If you use your ORCA card to explore, tag us in your photos on socials!

Where are you most excited to go this summer using your ORCA card? "Taking light rail to International District for some yummy dim sum. @alex_luna_m" "West Seattle and going to the Alki farmers market. @jiaqiwu"

"Perhaps the Seattle Central Library @annabelja" "Most excited to go to a book club outing at Elliott Bay bookstore! @brad_uss"

"Brb going to the Woodland Park Zoo for the gorilla babies @alexiszoesch" "Hoping to finally make it from the Eastside to the National Nordic Museum @raucous_raven"

"I'm most excited to take the newly wrapped water taxi to West Seattle!! @theoriginalkira" "Most excited for ferry trips to marry couples on the ferry with my husband @present_dale"

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The ORCA Card @theorcacard.bsky.social · 31/07/2026

Flying into Seafair Weekend like...✈️ 😎 ! The light rail takes you directly to Columbia City, where you can connect to shuttles or King County Metro buses to get to the festival site. Load a $6 All-Day Pass to your ORCA card and you can take unlimited trips on light rail and buses all day long!

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The ORCA Card @theorcacard.bsky.social · 28/07/2026

Are you subscribed to Tapping In? If not, you're missing out on monthly ORCA updates, first looks at new products, special giveaways, and more! ✉️ The July edition hits inboxes Wednesday, and we might be giving away some of our final SEA26 ORCA cards... Subscribe here: info.myorca.com/newsletter/

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The ORCA Card @theorcacard.bsky.social · 21/07/2026

All aboard, ORCA Pod! ⚓ Boop is headed to the waterfront for Fleet Week! If you're headed to Downtown Seattle piers, tap your ORCA card and take transit to avoid traffic and parking stress. If you don't have an ORCA card, you can tap a credit/debit card on buses, light rail, water taxi, and more!

Seafair Fleet Week 2026. Image of Boop on a ship in the water.

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The ORCA Card @theorcacard.bsky.social · 17/07/2026

Heading out to watch the big final on Sunday? Try using a 1-day pass on your ORCA card to save some cash! For $6, you can take unlimited rides on regional buses and light rail. That means if you plan to ride transit more than two times in one day, you could be saving money.

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The ORCA Card @theorcacard.bsky.social · 16/07/2026

ORCA systems have been experiencing intermittent issues. The ORCA team will continue to provide updates and resolution information here as it becomes available: support.myorca.com/hc/en-us/art...

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The ORCA Card @theorcacard.bsky.social · 14/07/2026

July is Disability Pride Month! ORCA has different cards to support the needs of different riders, including riders with disabilities. Eligible riders under 65 can apply in person or online for a free ORCA card and reduced fares. 🔗 Visit info.myORCA.com/save for more info or to apply online.

July is Disability Pride Month. Did you know ORCA has a Regional Reduced Fare Permit for riders with disabilities?

What is the Regional Reduced Fare Permit for riders with disabilities? Eligible riders can get a free ORCA card. Plus pay reduced fares on transit! info.myORCA.com/save

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The ORCA Card @theorcacard.bsky.social · 06/07/2026

⚽ Boop's game day tips: - Check the balance on your ORCA card at myorca.com and reload ahead of time. - No ORCA card? Just tap a credit or debit card on ORCA card readers. - ORCA works on almost all transit around Seattle, so if something is packed, consider taking alternative modes of transit.

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The ORCA Card @theorcacard.bsky.social · 02/07/2026

Long weekend here we come! The ORCA 3-day pass is a great option to save money when riding transit all weekend. 🇺🇸 🌭 ⚾ Riders with an Adult ORCA card can purchase a 3-day pass for $18, and riders using a Senior, Disabled, or ORCA LIFT card can purchase the pass for $6.

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The ORCA Card @theorcacard.bsky.social · 01/07/2026

🚍 🚆 ⛴️ Wondering how ORCA transit agencies keep riders moving on game days? We've got a behind-the-scenes look into what went into preparing the Seattle area to host a major world event. Read the full article here: info.myorca.com/news/transit...

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The ORCA Card @theorcacard.bsky.social · 30/06/2026

We're halfway through ORCA's scavenger hunt! Find all the code words and submit by July 6. 🔎 Collect code words to reveal a secret message. Once you have the secret message, submit it for a chance to win limited-edition ORCA prizes (while supplies last). 🔗 Visit form.typeform.com/to/SrRo6O1A

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The ORCA Card @theorcacard.bsky.social · 25/06/2026

Bringing back this iconic photoshoot to celebrate Seattle Pride! 🌈 Take transit to PrideFest activities and Downtown Seattle for Sunday's Pride Parade. Featured drag queens: ✨ Arrietty, @arrietty_theelf on IG ✨ CaraMel Flava, @caramel.flava on IG ✨ Stacey Starstruck, @stacey.starstruck on IG

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The ORCA Card @theorcacard.bsky.social · 23/06/2026

Join us at the Bremerton Ferry Terminal on Friday, June 26!. ⚽ 🌊 Play to win a special-edition SEA26 ORCA card or a SEA26 Boop plushie (while supplies last). 🗓️ Friday, June 26 ⏰ 2:00 - 6:00 PM 📍 Bremerton Ferry Terminal, 10 Washington Ave, Bremerton, WA 98337

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The ORCA Card @theorcacard.bsky.social · 18/06/2026

Representing Puget Sound...your participating ORCA agencies are suited up for a summer of soccer! This ORCA roster is absolutely stacked. Which transit team would you root for? ⚽ 🔥 P.S. You can buy Sound Transit jerseys on the ST Shop. Look for staff and volunteers wearing Pierce Transit jerseys!

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The ORCA Card @theorcacard.bsky.social · 17/06/2026

☀️ A holiday weekend in Seattle? Explore all the region has to offer with an ORCA 3-day pass. Skip the parking stress and the expensive ride shares; hop on transit and get in on all the fun. Enjoy unlimited rides on regional buses and light rail for only $18. #JoinThePod

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The ORCA Card @theorcacard.bsky.social · 16/06/2026

Join in on ORCA's SEA26 Scavenger Hunt! 🔎 Collect all the code words to reveal a secret message. Once you have the secret message, submit it for a chance to win limited-edition ORCA prizes (while supplies last). For full details and to submit your entry visit form.typeform.com/to/SrRo6O1A

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The ORCA Card @theorcacard.bsky.social · 12/06/2026

ORCA will be at the SeaTac Welcoming Plaza on June 15 to celebrate the first World Cup game in Seattle! ⚽ It's your chance to win SEA26 ORCA swag! (while supplies last) Check out the mini soccer pitch, BMX course, and more. 🗓️ Monday, June 15 📍 2918 S 176th St, SeaTac, WA 98188 ⏱️ 3:00 - 6:00 PM

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The ORCA Card @theorcacard.bsky.social · 09/06/2026

✉️ Send this to a friend who is coming to Seattle for World Cup! The easiest way to pay on most services is by tapping a credit or debit card. If you plan to ride frequently, an ORCA card can help you save money! Read our SEA26 Visitor's Guide here -> info.myorca.com/seattle-socc...

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The ORCA Card @theorcacard.bsky.social · 08/06/2026

🚨 myORCA app Android users: The recent myORCA app issues have been resolved, and the app should now be working as expected. Please update your myORCA app to the most recent version in the Google Play Store (version 1.7.4). Thank you for your patience as we worked to get the app restored.

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The ORCA Card @theorcacard.bsky.social · 04/06/2026

Boop is suited up and ready for a summer of soccer. ⚽️ We’ll be handing out these special-edition SEA26 Boop plushies featuring a soccer ball and the SEA26 logo at events during the month of June. @soundtransit will be doing the same! Stay tuned for event info and more!

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The ORCA Card @theorcacard.bsky.social · 03/06/2026

Happy Ride Transit Month, ORCA Pod! 🚌 ⛴️ 🚈 Can you check off every form of transit on this bingo card? Remember, with ORCA, you can ride and transfer between all seven of these agencies, from Everett, to Tacoma, to Bremerton, and everywhere in between! #JoinThePod

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The ORCA Card @theorcacard.bsky.social · 01/06/2026

☀️ Tap into Seattle summer! The promotional ORCA 3-day pass launches today and is available through August 31, 2026. It's an $18.00 flat rate for Adult riders, or $6.00 for ORCA LIFT and RRFP Senior and Disabled fare riders. Learn more in our press release! info.myorca.com/news/orca-3-...

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The ORCA Card @theorcacard.bsky.social · 01/06/2026

CAN'T WAIT! See ya later today 🥳

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The ORCA Card @theorcacard.bsky.social · 28/05/2026

And now, the moment you've all been waiting for....introducing the limited-edition SEA26 ORCA card! 💙 ⚽ This was created in partnership with 4Culture by local artist Alison Bremner. For a look at the making of this World Cup ORCA card, check out our blog post at info.myorca.com/news/sea26-o...

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The ORCA Card @theorcacard.bsky.social · 27/05/2026

⚽ Grab your jerseys and your cleats. It's almost time for kickoff, Seattle! Remember, you can now use an ORCA card or a credit or debit card that's already in your wallet to ride. Got guests coming to town for the World Cup? Let them know it's easier than ever to pay for transit!

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The ORCA Card @theorcacard.bsky.social · 22/05/2026

🌲 Did you know that you can use your ORCA card to take a bus directly to Mount Si or the Issaquah Alps? Trailhead Direct starts tomorrow and runs on weekends throughout summer. Tap an ORCA card, pay standard bus fare. Taking public transit to hit the trails, that's pretty cool. #TrailheadDirect

Trailhead Direct. Park. Ride. Hike. An image of a young boy running down a hiking trail with a woman behind him and a bus in the background.

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The ORCA Card @theorcacard.bsky.social · 22/05/2026

Not all newsletters are equal 📝 We have a special edition of Tapping In: ORCA Monthly News coming out next week and you don't want to miss it. Be sure to subscribe today at info.myorca.com/newsletter/

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The ORCA Card @theorcacard.bsky.social · 15/05/2026

Everyone 18 and under is eligible for free transit across Puget Sound! Youth between the ages of 6-18 can get a free Youth ORCA card and start tapping. For more info visit info.myorca.com/youth-ride-f... #JoinThePod

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The ORCA Card @theorcacard.bsky.social · 11/05/2026

Kickoff in Seattle is approaching ⚽ 💙 Here are a few things to remember: 1. ORCA works on all transit agencies 2. You can tap a credit/debit card 3. Getting an ORCA card can save you $ 4. Avoid long lines at ticket machines & tap directly on card readers More info: info.myorca.com/seattle-socc...

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Visitor's Guide - Seattle Soccer 2026 - myORCA

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The ORCA Card @theorcacard.bsky.social · 11/05/2026

All aboard! Tap to Pay using a contactless credit or debit card is now accepted on Kitsap Transit Fast Ferries. Cruising across the Sound just got even easier. Plus, throughout the summer, @kitsaptransit.bsky.social Fast Ferries sail on Saturdays - so get out there and start exploring 🌊

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The ORCA Card @theorcacard.bsky.social · 07/05/2026

ORCA will be at Bike Everett Day next Friday, May 15! 🚲 Come by to celebrate Bike Month and public transit at Everett Station with the ORCA team. 💙 Event Location: Everett Station, Everett, WA Time & Date: 3-7pm, 5/15

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The ORCA Card @theorcacard.bsky.social · 06/05/2026

Happy #BikeEverywhereMonth, ORCA pod! 🚲 Biking pairs great with transit, whether it's with trains, buses, or ferries. Our friends at King County Metro recently posted a blog detailing this pairing made in mobility heaven. Check it out! 💙 kingcountymetro.blog/2026/05/04/t...

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Too far to just bike? Bike + Transit: The perfect pair for Bike Everywhere month

It’s beautiful weather and you want to want to go someplace fun—but is it too far to go by your trusty bike? We’ve got a solution: combine transit and your bike—it’s easy, cheap and super convenien…

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The ORCA Card @theorcacard.bsky.social · 29/04/2026

POV You just got an ORCA card and are taking the light rail to the Eastside for the first time. 💙 🚆 Transit moments caught on film by Britany and Nolan at the @sound-transit.bsky.social Crosslake Connection opening. 📸 #CrosslakeConnection #JoinThePod

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The ORCA Card @theorcacard.bsky.social · 22/04/2026

Happy #EarthDay, ORCA pod 🌍 💙 Did you know: Public transit in the US saves 37 million metric tons of CO2 annually - the equivalent of removing millions of cars from the road (Source: APTA). So grab your ORCA card and help the environment today!

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