This blog is where we bring you along on our wildlife adventures, sharing the unforgettable moments, challenges, and lessons learned from the field. It’s a place to recap incredible encounters, from locking eyes with a wild bear to witnessing the delicate balance of life in the wild. But more than just storytelling, this space is also dedicated to conservation updates, ethical photography insights, and practical tips to help you grow as a photographer. Whether you’re here to be inspired, learn more about protecting our planet, or refine your craft, we hope these stories ignite your passion for wildlife and the power of photography to make a difference.
The Best Spirit Bear Tour Yet
For the past five years, I’ve been returning to the Great Bear Rainforest, a place that feels more like a dream than something that belongs to this world. It’s one of those rare places where time seems to slow down. The air hangs heavy with the scent of cedar and...
Announcing Our First-Ever Conservation Storytelling Tour
We are beyond excited to announce something truly special — our first-ever Conservation Storytelling Tour, featuring one of the world’s most elusive and extraordinary species: the Himalayan brown bear. This new journey will take us into the rugged high-altitude...
New Alaska Bear Camp Dates Announced
We’re excited to share that, thanks to incredible demand, we’ve added additional dates for our Alaska Bears & Red Fish Camp in 2026—and for the first time, we’re announcing dates for 2027! With years of bear guiding expertise, we know exactly where and when to...
So You Want to Be a Pro Wildlife Photographer?
I get a lot of messages from people asking how to “go pro” as a wildlife photographer. The assumption is that once you reach a certain level—maybe after leading tours or hitting some big milestones—it all just clicks. You’re out there in the wild with your camera,...
Walking Among Wild Orangutans and the People Who Protect Them
Hi, this is Cassie. I’ve just returned from two weeks in North Sumatra. My first journey to this corner of the world, and my first time encountering orangutans in the wild. Even as I write these words, I can still feel the echo of the rainforest around me: the low hum...
Home from Sumatra, and Even More in Love with Orangutans
I just got home from Sumatra, and I already miss the rainforest. Every time I return, I fall more deeply in love with orangutans. There’s something incredibly humbling about spending time with them in the wild. The more I learn about these great apes, and the more...
How to Photograph Andean Bears
Photographing Andean bears is both an exhilarating and demanding experience. These elusive bears inhabit the remote highlands and cloud forests of South America, requiring patience, preparation, and an understanding of both their behavior and their environment. Unlike...
Record-Breaking Polar Bear Encounters in Churchill
My 2024 tours to Churchill stand out as the best of the past six years, and it's no surprise given the extraordinary abundance of polar bears we encountered. The sightings were nothing short of phenomenal. Highlights included a mother with two tiny spring cubs,...
5 minutes with a Spirit Bear
Our 5-day Spirit Bear tour in the Great Bear Rainforest was one of resilience, patience, and the kind of wild beauty only this remote part of the world can offer. We braved relentless rain day after day, the kind that soaks you to your bones, but our spirits never...
I Camped with Bears for 21 days
For three weeks, I lived among some of the most powerful and awe-inspiring creatures on the planet. Twenty-one days in Alaska, camping alongside the biggest browns on earth, wasn’t just a dream come true; it was an experience that profoundly changed my perspective on...
How to Photograph Polar Bears
Walking with polar bears is an unforgettable experience that leaves a lasting impression on any wildlife photographer. Often called the "Lords of the Arctic," these powerful yet elusive creatures represent both the raw beauty and the unforgiving realities of life in...
How to Photograph Spirit Bears
Embarking on a journey to photograph the rare and mystical spirit bear in the heart of the Great Bear Rainforest is a dream come true for any wildlife photographer. The spirit bear, with its ghostly white coat, is not just an elusive subject—it embodies the ancient...
Responsible Bear Viewing: Insights from a Bear Guide
As a bear guide, sharing the experience of observing these majestic animals in their natural habitat is one of the greatest joys of my work. There’s nothing quite like witnessing a bear navigating a meadow, fishing in a stream, or basking in the sun. However, bear...
10 Tips for Wildlife Photography
Wildlife photography is a fun blend of patience, technical know-how, and a love for nature. When you're photographing animals like bears, big cats, and great apes, capturing their true essence in the wild can be incredibly rewarding and a bit challenging. Here are...
Walking with pumas changed me
Bears are my favorite and always will be, but my recent experience with the pumas in Patagonia comes remarkably close. Back in February, I was fortunate enough to embark on a family journey to Patagonia, where I finally had the chance to witness these awe-inspiring...
Next stop: Orangutans
Hi everyone, These past few months have been a whirlwind of exploration and discovery. From the the foothills of the Andean mountains in Ecuador to the wild beauty of Patagonia, and the bustling streets of LA, each stop has been special and filled with its own unique...
The most profound bear experience
There are many bear experiences that hold a certain magic. I count myself incredibly fortunate to have crossed paths with so many bears in different places around the world. There's so many qualities about them that captivate me deeply. However, amidst these treasured...
Hello from the end of the world
Currently, I'm in Torres del Paine National Park in Chile, enjoying a family vacation while also on a scouting trip for pumas. The beauty of this place is absolutely striking, reminiscent of my home in the Canadian Rockies. The jagged peaks of the Paine Massif pierce...
The best bear experience
I'm often asked about my favorite wildlife destination, and for years, answering such a question seemed impossible. However, everything changed last August when our Alaska Fishing Bear Camp tour delivered the most incredible wildlife experience imaginable. After two...
Happy New Year + Mountain Gorillas Video
As 2023 comes to a close, I am so thankful for the incredible journey of the past twelve months. From the captivating and intimate moments shared with bears, great apes, and big cats, it’s been an extraordinary ride, which has been enriched by the privilege of sharing...
Two and a half weeks with Polar Bears
For the fifth consecutive year, I traveled to Churchill, Manitoba, the self-proclaimed Polar Bear Capital of the World. This annual pilgrimage has taken on extra meaning as my connection with this remote Arctic town deepens with each passing year. Churchill's unique...
Bears in beautiful fall colors
I recently embarked on a whirlwind 4-day journey to Vancouver Island, driven by a singular goal—to photograph coastal black bears in their element, engaging in the age-old ritual of salmon fishing. My curiosity was piqued after seeing several captivating images of...
Why you need to rank your photos
My number one tip to improve your photography
Beyond repair due to water damage
Words you never want to read
Did you always love bears?
No…and that is quite the story. In fact, my 5 year old self would be shocked!
How to balance photography with life
The demands of work and life will always be there. How do you find time for photography?
How to start your own conservation photography project
Some advice to help you get started.
5 things I wish I knew sooner about wildlife conservation
Are you interested in supporting wildlife conservation but don’t really know where to start?
Ethics of Wildlife Photography
We put together the following guidelines to help you make the right ethical choices when you’re in the field.
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There’s nothing quite like experiencing wildlife up close, in its natural habitat. Whether you dream of photographing powerful bears in Alaska, tracking elusive big cats, or immersing yourself in breathtaking landscapes, our tours are designed to bring you unforgettable encounters and help you elevate your photography skills. Each trip is crafted with conservation, ethical photography, and adventure in mind—so you’ll leave not only with stunning images but with stories that will stay with you for a lifetime.






























