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Quest for the Spirit Bear
Princess Royal Island
What's Involved?
This trip aboard the 'Ocean Light II' takes you to one of the
world's most spectacular coastlines. You will explore the inlets,
bays and old-growth forest of the spectacular midcoast of British
Columbia, including Princess Royal Island, the ancestral home
of the rare white Kermode Bear. The surrounding mountains and
rainforest are home to grizzly bears, wolves, wolverines, black
bears, spirit bears, deer, and beavers. The Great Bear Rainforest
offers incredible variety. We will walk trails, explore creeks,
search for and hopefully photograph Spirit Bears, black bears,
grizzly and wolves.
 Typically at this time of year, humpback whales frequent the
inlets and bays: we will watch and photograph these magnificent
mammals when the opportunity presents itself. Due to extreme
weather conditions and rough terrain and to maximize our chances
of a Spirit Bear, we will utilize native built viewing platforms
in certain situations. We will also explore estuaries and bays,
and watch the remarkable feat of salmon spawning. This is a multi-faceted
trip, focusing on the bears but also on the entire ecosystem
in which they thrive.
We will use the Ocean Light II as a base, and a motorized inflatable
to transfer people between the boat and the shore. Six kayaks
are on the 'Ocean Light II' for those wishing to enjoy the tranquility
of paddling as we explore one of the last unlogged temperate
rainforests in the world.
The
photographic opportunities are amazing. This trip will give you
access to some of the best bear viewing locations in the world!
Participants should arrive in good physical and mental shape
prepared for a flexible itinerary that may require much physical
activity, including hiking on uneven and wet terrain. Weather
conditions may be variable and participants must be prepared
for adverse weather including torrential rain and cold temperatures.
Although conditions may be difficult at times, the rewards are
great, as you become part of a small percentage of people who
have explored the wonders of the Great Bear Rainforest.
For more information or to book this BC sailing charter
to Princess Royal Island and the Great Bear Rainforest in British
Columbia call toll free (USA & Canada) 1-800-465-8884.
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