Wildlife

From coastal BC to Alberta's boreal forests, Western Canada is home to whale, grizzly bear, moose, salmon, eagle and many more. Done safely, wildlife watching in Western Canada can be a thrilling way to connect to nature. 

Here in Western Canada, humans share habitat with a wide array of animals. At ZenSeekers, we take inspiration from the Indigenous worldview that sees humans as existing within the ecosystem (not above it), and approach wildlife and nature with respect, curiosity and wonder. Our stories about wildlife are designed to help you do the same.

Port Alberni British Columbia River Viewpoint Closer ZenSeekers Tom Powell

Watch salmon run, connect to nature and community in Alberni Valley

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In the Alberni Valley, the salmon run offers a chance for visitors to connect to nature and the...

Immerse in whale watching, Indigenous culture in nature's home, North Vancouver Island

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Wild salmon jumping, whales breaching before your eyes and bears potentially around any bend...

Forget what you thought you knew about bear hibernation

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Do bears truly hibernate? And could their winter behaviour inspire medical breakthroughs or help us...

Cougar in forest

Staying safe in cougar territory

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Do you know how to avoid encountering a cougar on the trail, or what to do if you do have an...

Sheep or goat, goat or sheep: tell the difference

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You've probably seen them as you drive through the national parks in Alberta or BC: those furry...

Wolf by Milo Weiler

Wolf or coyote: what’s the difference?

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Many a rancher will be able to tell you whether you've got a wolf or a coyote at a second's glance...

Black bear or grizzly: tell the difference with these 3 tips

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You’re out on the trails and you’ve spotted a bear, you are convinced it’s a black bear, but your...

Lac La Biche birding Paul Lavoie ZenSeekers

Go birding in Lac La Biche for a nature refresh

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With over 230 species of bird, and 150 lakes spread across Lac La Biche’s boreal landscape, birding...

A fox (left) buck (middle) and a bear (right)

Babes in the wild: wildlife photography and safety tips in Alberta

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For photographers like Paul Lavoie, spring is wildlife photography season. But he didn’t expect to...

Bear safety: know how and when to use bear spray

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If you hike anywhere in Western Canada you should be educated on bear safety and what to do if you...

Culture and conservation intersect in Vancouver Island documentary

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During location scouting for their film Finding Solitude, Jaiden George and Tristan Hinder-Hohlweg...

Edson Alberta ABWays2Winter Snowshoeing Ice Skating Nordic Skiing

Edson’s got the edge on winter for outdoor family fun

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When Ginette Martin looks out at her acreage near Edson, here’s the lovely scene she may see on a...

A white dog sits on some rocks enjoying the alpine lake and mountain view

Zen out with these adorable animal photos

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From dog-friendly hikes, to a surprise encounter with wildlife in the mountains, to getting up close...

Bird

Birds that brave the Canadian Winter

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Bundled up with scarves, mitts, big jackets and toques you brave a walk through the winter landscape...

Bear

Fishing expedition turns into amazing wildlife tour

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With fishing lines dipping into the glassy ocean, we sat and waited. Boredom brought the lines up...

Great Bear

Into the lair of the Great Bear

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As dusk descends, an explosion of violence shatters the tranquility of the world’s largest remaining...

Moose

Meeting a moose for breakfast

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Chris Wheeler says he lives in Whistler but I’m willing to bet he spends more time on the road than...