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Animal Encounters

Boo the Golden Bear Boo is ready for his close up. But not too close... Photo Joanne Elves
Grizzly Boo Entertains and Educates at Kicking Horse Mountain Resort

He’s massive! His yellow claws are as long as my fingers and tap the ground as he saunters beside me in that carefree way only the king of the forest can. His chestnut brown fur still wet from his morning plunge in the pond glistens in the sun. Even though
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Gananoque aerial from 1000 Islands Helicopter Tours Photo Stephen Johnson
Gananoque Ontario – All That You Expect, and More!

I love it when a travel destination surprises you. I came to Gananoque, Ontario expecting charming small restaurants, scenic views of the St. Lawrence River and friendly local residents. I found all that, plus helicopter rides, horseback riding, and grooming donkeys. We started strong on our trip to Gananoque with
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Canada Wild: What to Do When You Come Across a Wild Animal When Camping or Hiking

Canada has 39 National Parks and eight National Park Reserves encompassing prairies, coastlines, forests and frozen peaks, only a small fraction of Canada’s immense 10 million square kilometre landmass. The unending supply of places to camp, hike and adventure in Canada means there is a good chance you will be near
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Perth Is for Animal Lovers: 5 Animal-Inspired Activities in Perth, Australia
Perth Is for Animal Lovers: 5 Animal-Inspired Activities in Perth, Australia

Perth is more than just Australia’s most remote capital city and an excellent place for a beach holiday. It’s a great holiday spot for animal lovers too. Every visitor to Australia wants to see its unique wildlife up close, and there are plenty of opportunities for that in Perth. There
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