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You could go on a safari, see wildlife and take great photos.
Or you could follow Gudrun, the "Wolf Tracker", Gary the "Bear Whisperer" and truly experience nature.
A biologist, a wildlife specialist, a cross-country ski loppet and mountain run world champion, Gudrun and her amazing connection with wolves were the focus the movie "Searching for the Coastal Wolves" shown at the Banff Film Festival, Fall 2007. You will find her at Nipika Lodge in the Kootenay Rockies.
Imagine breathing in the early morning fragrances of the forest, learning to spot its secret messages, seeking wildlife tracks and reading the story they tell you: an elk rubbed against this tree, and these broken leaves are actually leftovers of a meal enjoyed by a forest creature just a few hours ago. Who is looking at us from the top of this rustling tree and what are the living arrangements in this burrow? The woods bristle with life all around you.
Gary knows intimately most of the bears in the wetlands and alpine areas of the Cariboo Mountains: their unique habits, temperament, family units and colorings. While amongst the grizzlies, he thinks like a bear. As he communicates with them he speaks in a soft monotone filled with his special brand of humor - "Hey, bear, how's the fishing?" - conveying calmness but also, when required, a stern command - "Enough bear, back off now". This is a unique Canadian wilderness bear viewing adventure.
Whether or not you see that elusive wolf or bear, you will come back with all your senses on high alert and brimming with new impressions, feelings and knowledge, enriched forever with a fuller connection to your environment.
- Nature Trek BC
This short nature getaway to the Kootenay Rockies is perfect for Albertans and guests that like to venture away from the busier mountain parks. Enjoy the retreat at the cozy wilderness lodge from where you do a couple beautiful interpretive nature hikes. details/rates/dates: .pdf file
- Cariboo Bear Whisperer BC
In the British Columbia's Interior Rainforest, Gary "The Bear Whisperer" will show you where the bears come out of hiding. 2009 is the first year of a major salmon run and the best season is end of August, until late October. details/rates/dates: .pdf file
- Great Bear Rainforest BC
See the Kermode Bear! The journey on water and on land takes you through one of the last gems on the Pacific Coast. The wilderness is alive with eagles, salmon, bears and wolves... ten thousand year old native cultures. details/rates/dates: .pdf file
- Mountain Footsteps BC
This is an ideal combination of 2 nights backcountry camping with a stay at a wilderness lodge. You explore alpine regions hiking through beautiful meadows, along river valleys up to mountain passes while learning about nature and wildlife. details/rates/dates: .pdf file
- In the High Country BC
Travel the backcountry and mountain valleys and peaks with a bear expert who has a lifetime of grizzly bear and wildlife experience. This adventure takes you into the high alpine, the "land beyond the tree". details/rates/dates: .pdf file
- Birding in the Cariboos BC
Located on the Pacific Flyway, British Columbia is a birding paradise with over 200 species in the Cariboo Mountains. Join Phil Ranson, a Master Birder and Cariboo Mountains Bird Specialist. Best season from May until July. details/rates/dates: .pdf file
- Wilderness Expedition BC
This backpacking expedition takes you to the higher alpine regions of the Kootenay Rockies with impressive views of some of the highest ranges in the Canadian Rockies. There may also be visits to historic places, story telling and nature-based awareness activities. details/rates/dates: .pdf file
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