Beluga Whales & Polar Bears: Churchill Summer Photo Expedition

Through the perspective of a gratified Nat Hab traveler, get an aerial view of beluga whales swimming in the Churchill River and watch polar bears roaming the rocky shoreline of Hudson Bay.

On our Arctic summer adventure, we get the opportunity to kayak at eye-level with beluga whales in the mouth of the Churchill River. Watch the glee on this Nat Hab traveler's face as the curious marine mammals follow closely behind her kayak!

Great travel photos start before you ever leave home! In this practical presentation, Photo Expedition Leader Laura Geissinger shares her favorite backyard photography tips to help you feel confident behind the lens. Get comfortable with your camera settings, learn techniques to practice at home, and build habits that will help you react quickly when the perfect moment occurs in the wild. Whether you're new to photography or hoping to sharpen your skills, this session is packed with suggestions to help you capture better images—wherever you roam.

Find out how your photos can make a difference for the planet, whether you’re a seasoned shutterbug or a newbie photographer. Photo Expedition Leader Anthony Amsel offers an inspiring look at how images captured by professional photographers, citizen scientists and nature lovers can contribute to research and help protect wildlife. From trail cams and drones to simple smartphones and high-end camera gear, learn how photography supports the conservation of species like whales, turtles, bears and more. Anthony also introduces easy-to-use apps that allow anyone to help gather essential data.

February 27 is International Polar Bear Day! But don’t celebrate too loudly—this holiday coincides with the time of year when polar bear mothers and cubs are sleeping soundly in their dens. Expedition Leader Eleanor Edye introduces us to these beloved bears, highlighting the Hudson Bay population we encounter on our Churchill adventures. Learn about polar bear reproduction and denning habits, seasonal hunting strategies, the challenges mothers and cubs face each winter, and why it’s vital that we protect polar bears during this vulnerable time.