British Columbia’s Intertidal Ecosystem
April 9th, 2025
What lives in the shallows of the bc coast? Written by Josh Silberg A myriad of spineless wonders live everywhere you look in British Columbia’s intertidal ecosystem. At low tide, take a peek into a tide pool and count how many different species you can spot. The rocks are crusted with life. HIGHEST DIVERSITY OF SEA STARS EXIST IN BC…
Humpback Whales in British Columbia
March 26th, 2025
Written by Josh Silberg In the channel off in the distance, a heart-shaped blow spouts three meters into the air. The spray lingers for a few fleeting moments before poooosh. There it goes again! What you’re seeing is one of nature’s most charismatic creatures taking a breath. BC’S REBOUNDING HUMPBACK WHALE POPULATION Humpback whales are a treat to meet…
2024 Photo Contest Highlights
November 4th, 2024
Our 2024 Photo Contest Winners Each year our team looks forward to reflecting on the past season through the eyes of our guests. All of these images and videos have a story behind them and we are so glad our guests chose to share those with us! The winning entries are listed below and will be announced on our social…
Kayaking in The Bahamas: A Guide’s Perspective
August 23rd, 2024
Did you know that Spirit of the West offers kayaking trips in the warm, clear waters of the Bahamas? Our guide Al shares some highlights with you about their time in the picturesque Southern Exuma Cays. Stepping off the plane onto the hot tarmac in George Town, Bahamas was as glorious as I had anticipated. The warmth of the clear,…
Our Two Basecamps in Comparison
May 22nd, 2024
Both the Johnstone Strait Ultimate and Whales & Wilderness Glamping tours are excellent choices for sea kayakers of all ability levels. These are our basecamp-style trips, so we carry minimal gear in the kayaks and return to the same comfortable, established camp each night. If you’re new to camping, this is a great way to get a relaxed introduction to…
