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Tim Irvin

Ecologist & Guide

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Tim IrvinTim Irvin
Tim Irvin
Ecologist & Guide
Spirit bear on a mossy log in the rainforest.

Ecologist and wildlife guide

I am a naturalist first.

I explore nature and promote wildlife conservation through research, photography, writing, and wilderness expeditions.

I am also a guide and the Director of Wildlife Journeys, a small wildlife tour company that leads trips focussing on wolves, spirit bears, grizzlies, and more in the Great Bear Rainforest.

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If you love wildlife and wild places, then I have the email newsletter you’ve been waiting for. In each issue, I curate a selection of stories, images, and videos from the wild to inject a little wonder into your day to leave you feeling good about this beautiful planet.

Tours and Expeditions

Spirit bears

During these tours, we explore lush river valleys in search of spirit, or Kermode, bears in a place that National Geographic has called the “Wildest Place in North America.” Travelling with Marven Robinson of the Gitga’at First Nation, we will spend all of our time in the very heart of spirit bear territory seeking out these extraordinary and rare white bears.

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Coastal wolves

In a world dominated by human landscapes, the wilderness of the Great Bear Rainforest is a refuge for wildlife, including the wolf. In the words of eminent scientist Dr. Paul Paquet, “the remote ocean archipelago of the Great Bear Rainforest comprises North America’s most unusual and one of its most pristine wolf populations.”  In this expedition-style trip we offer the extraordinary opportunity to photograph these wild coastal wolves.

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West coast herring expeditions

The spring herring spawn is one of nature’s great wildlife spectacles. It may be less known that the annual salmon runs the west coast is famous for, but it attracts a profusion of marine and terrestrial predators alike. We are offering the only multi-day tour of this remarkable event on the remote west coast of Vancouver Island. This is the perfect way to shake off the winter cobwebs by immersing yourself in some of Mother Nature’s finest work.

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Coastal Grizzly Bears

Grizzly bear in the an estuary in the Great Bear Rainforest

The Kutzeymateen is home to one of the most dense populations of grizly bears in North America is the very best place in Canada for springtime grizzly bear viewing and photography.  During this tour, we will stay in a quaint floating lodge situated in a beautiful fjord. Just spending time in this place is worth the trip. The scenery is spectacular, the food is delicious and the photography opportunities are endless

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Recent posts

Conservation

Bear spray stops grizzly attacks

ByTim IrvinMay 11, 20104 min read
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In my work as a wildlife guide I have spent more time than most folks in close proximity to grizzly bears. I have also spent considerable time travelling through grizzly territory on personal adventures. So,occasionally,…
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Natural HistoryPhotography

Orchids in my backyard

ByTim IrvinMay 10, 20101 min read
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The  forest in my back yard is filled with wildflowers these days, despite the freakish bit of snow we had yesterday.  I discovered a handful of Yellow Lady’s slipper orchids growing about 30 meters from…
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Photography

Last spring in Victoria

ByTim IrvinApr 17, 20101 min read
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I just found this picture of Shooting Stars that I took last spring when I still lived in Victoria.  I haven’t taken any pictures of the spring flowers here in Ontario yet this year, but…
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Natural History

For the record – spring is early.

ByTim IrvinApr 17, 20103 min read
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I decided to use this blog, in part, to keep a record of my natural history observations and ideas. This intention has made me more attentive to my natural surroundings and piqued my  already vibrant curiosity….
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Photography

How to photograph an arctic wolf

ByTim IrvinApr 11, 20102 min read
How to photograph an arctic wolf
Several people have asked me how I got this picture of a wild wolf howling in the arctic. I have shared the recipe below for anybody who is interested. (Note: this story was published in Canoe Roots…
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Natural History

Darwin, Phoebe and me

ByTim IrvinMar 30, 20103 min read
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I saw an Eastern Phoebe yesterday. Phoebes are small and drab birds, they don’t have a pretty song, they do not do anything particularly endearing, other than bob their tails when perched on branches. I…
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