Videos & Webinars
VIDEO | The Bear Coast
VIDEO | A Day in the Life of an Alaska Grizzly Guide
VIDEO | Traveler Series: Alaska's Coastal Grizzlies
WEBINAR | Otterly Remarkable: Small Creatures Making a Big Impact
Meet the small(ish) mammal with an outsized effect on marine ecosystems: the sea otter! Expedition Leader Laura Geissinger introduces us to this playful traveler favorite, from its behavior and physiology to its often-fraught history, including aggressive hunting during the fur trade era that nearly led to the species’ extinction. She also discusses how events like oil spills have impacted their recovery. Learn why this keystone species is vital to ocean ecosystems, what’s being done to protect its populations—and where you can spot sea otters on our Alaska adventures!
WEBINAR | Conservation Connect: Help Halt Mine that Threatens Alaska Brown Bears
Lake Clark National Park is home to hundreds of Alaska's iconic brown bears—the same ones we encounter at our Alaska Bear Camp! Unfortunately, their habitat is under threat from a mining interest that would devastate this pristine landscape. Nat Hab's Brooke Mitchell talks with Jennifer Woolworth, Alaska Program Manager at the National Parks Conservation Association, about the proposed Johnson Tract Mine and the impact it would have on the area. Ask questions and learn what you can do to help halt this threat to Alaska’s beloved brown bears.
WEBINAR | Bear Photography: Around the World in Eight Bears
From the Arctic tundra to the forests of China and Southeast Asia, from the coasts of Alaska to the mountains of South America, the planet’s eight bear species (sloth, polar, black, moon, sun, spectacled, panda and grizzly/brown) make their homes in a variety of habitats. Expedition Leader and pro photographer Court Whelan shares fun facts about each bear species and his tips for photographing these charismatic creatures. Learn what camera gear to pack and which settings to use for shooting in different landscapes, plus which Nat Hab trips offer the best opportunities to capture stunning bear images.