Guardians

This article journeys into the remote wilderness of Chilko Lake in British Columbia, where ethical wildlife tourism meets Indigenous-led conservation. Through the lens of grizzly bear encounters, it reflects on what it means to be a respectful visitor in a land still shaped by wild rhythms, cultural stewardship, and the fragile balance between access and protection.

A brown bear standing among dry, leafless branches and sparse pine foliage in a natural forest setting.