This is a journey of awareness, education and inspiration. The Great Bear Rainforest, located on the North Coast of B.C. is one of the most incredible natural ecosystems in the world. It contains 25% of the remaining intact temperate rainforest in the world and is an area is highlighted by world class wildlife and rich First Nations culture. Our exploratory trip here July 2009 on standup paddleboards was featured on the cover of the May 2010 issue of Explore Magazine. We are really excited to offer adventurous standup paddleboarders the opportunity to SUP in this amazing environment.
Norm Hann of Mountain Surf Adventures recently completed the Standup4GreatBear Expedition which was a 400km first ever-standup paddleboard trip along the proposed oil tanker route from Kitimat to Bella Bella, BC. This expedition brought awareness to the wildlife and traditional food harvesting areas of the coastal First Nations, showcasing what is at risk if oil tankers were to be allowed on the north coast. Norm has guided in this area for over ten years and knows the people and wildlife intimately. Join Norm on this personally guided SUP trip as he highlights this world-class destination and shows you an area at risk. SUP with salmon, paddle with whales, search for the Spirit Bear and experience the powerful, traditional culture. This is a unique, one of a kind expedition that will connect you, educate you and inspire you.
Dates: August 24-30th, September 3-9th,
Investment: $2,750+ hst (CDN)
Group Size: 6
Price includes meals, traditional First Nations dinner, all stand up paddleboard gear, and roundtrip ferry ride between Prince Rupert and Hartley Bay. Travel to and from Prince Rupert and overnight stay prior to trip not included.
Our 2009 Exploratory SUP Trip:
