PORT HARDY, British Columbia – As technology becomes more accessible and teens are spending more time on the computer than outside, it might be the perfect time to plan a vacation that takes the family out of city living and back into nature.
But, this year, instead of going to the local zoo, embark on a unique outdoor adventure your teenagers will truly thank you for. Great Bear Nature Tours offers world-class world-class wildlife viewing excursions in the Great Bear Rainforest on the central coast of British Columbia. Excursions are based at the remote Great Bear Lodge, where one can savor the rare gift of intimate observation of grizzly bears living in their natural habitat.
Every viewing session is designed to be safe for all guests and are customized depending on the bears’ most active times, allowing for the optimal excursion every time. Spring brings the bustle of animals as the rainforest begins growing after the long, cold winter. The bears feed on the plants of the estuarine grasslands. It is also mating season for grizzly bears, which is often seen on the estuary. During the summer grizzly bears feed primarily on berries and skunk cabbage in the forest, as well as tubers out in the estuary. These plants are easily seen along the river edge, so most excursions, as in the spring, are by boat. Large amounts of salmon migrate into the river in autumn, drawing grizzly bears in to fish for their most protein-rich food source. At which time excursions visit a series of riverside blinds to witness the action.
No matter the season, this is the perfect destination for families with children 15 years or older, needing more time to breathe in fresh air, slow to the pace of nature and enjoy the natural entertainment the planet has to offer. Great Bear Nature Tours also offers hikes with experienced guides, kayaking and lounging time on the natural wood decks. There are also countless opportunities for taking nature photos that will keep families inspired for a lifetime.
The Great Bear Lodge is a floating eco-lodge 50 air miles from Port Hardy. Cell phone service and internet are not available, giving families ample time to reconnect with what is really important. All meals are cooked at the lodge using local, fresh ingredients and menus can cater to any diet restriction or allergy.
The Great Bear Nature Tour staff is dedicated to low-impact ecotourism. Thus, the lodge runs on wind, solar and micro-hydro power. There are five rooms available and up to ten guests stay at one time. Several families with younger children can rent out the entire lodge if necessary to negate the 15-year age limit. Prices vary depending on season. Visit www.greatbeartours.com for more details or call the reservation office at 888.221.8212.
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