EXPEDITIONS 2016 Cover Photo ©Scott Sporleder HELLO, ADVENTURERS!
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EXPEDITIONS 2016 Cover Photo ©Scott Sporleder HELLO, ADVENTURERS! Welcome to another exciting season with Adventure Adventure Canada has always undertaken a wealth of Canada. We’re back from our first summer of expeditions Arctic itineraries, and 2016 is no exception. We’re looking aboard our beautiful new ship, the Ocean Endeavour, and forward to returning to the Northwest Passage, as well as I’m pleased to report that she is exceeding expectations. Canada’s eastern Arctic regions, and Greenland. We’ll explore With a complement of twenty Zodiacs, a gorgeous top- the vast polar landscape and get out on the land, and we'll deck observation area, and multiple presentation spaces, experience the warm welcomes that can only be found in some the Ocean Endeavour allows us to make more stops faster, of the world’s most remote settlements. share more of our resource staff’s knowledge, and take in remote destinations like never before. As ever, we are travelling with a full roster of Canada’s best and brightest. Our expert resource staff of authors, musicians, We’re kicking off the summer with our award-winning archaeologists, historians, geologists, biologists, culturalists, Mighty Saint Lawrence itinerary, named one of National and naturalists will be on hand throughout each and every Geographic Traveller’s 50 Tours of a Lifetime in 2015. expedition to ensure that our voyages are steeped in culture, This extraordinary sailing begins in Québec City, and travels wildlife, dramatic landscapes, and human history. By the time down the river that was the historic heartbeat of Canada for so the summer rolls around, I can never wait to get back to the far many years. Famed for some of Canada’s best whale watching, north, and after seeing these regions for yourself, I think you'll not to mention the stunning natural beauty of areas like know why. Saguenay Fjord and Cape Breton, the Gulf of Saint Lawrence has to be seen in person to be truly appreciated. Yours in adventure, 2016 represents a few exciting steps for us. Among these: we’re returning to Sable Island! This itinerary was a huge success when we launched it in 2014, garnering widespread press Cedar Swan attention and rave reviews from passengers. We’re heading Adventure Canada ceo back this year to explore the dunes and marvel at one of the world’s last remaining herds of wild horses. It’s sure to be an unforgettable trip. CONTENTS THE AC EXPERIENCE 3 OUR RESOURCE SPECIALISTS 5 PARTNERS THE WALRUS FOUNDATION 6 CANADIAN GEOGRAPHIC 7 NIKON 9 STUDENTS ON ICE 10 EXPLORERS CLUB 11 DISCOVERY FUND 12 EXPEDITIONS 2016 MIGHTY SAINT LAWRENCE 15 SABLE ISLAND 23 NEWFOUNDLAND CIRCUMNAVIGATION 29 GREENLAND & WILD LABRADOR 37 HEART OF THE ARCTIC 45 ARCTIC SAFARI 53 ARCTIC EXPLORER 61 INTO THE NORTHWEST PASSAGE 69 OUT OF THE NORTHWEST PASSAGE 79 THE OCEAN ENDEAVOUR 89 PRICING 93 IMPORTANT INFORMATION 95 REGISTRATION FORM 96 ©Andre Gallant THE ADVENTURE CANADA EXPERIENCE Travelling with Adventure Canada is an experience unlike any always onshore during excursions. Staff and passengers dine other—and not just because of our incredible destinations. together for lively, informative conversations; we believe We pride ourselves on an immersive cultural experience both laughter should be a part of every experience. on and off the ship. Our unique mix of entertainment and humour is integral to Our shipboard programming is fun and educational. We host our evening concerts, trivia nights, theme dinners, and dances. presentations, debates, and workshops to provide perspective Each day’s excursions are thoughtfully planned to make the and understanding; our expedition staff—experts in their most of the local environment and conditions. Hiking, wildlife respective fields—are approachable, available on deck, and viewing, historic sites, community visits, and Zodiac cruising MURRAY WAGHORN Twelve expeditions with Adventure Canada are regular activities. Engaging presentations and hands-on vision of tourism is a sustainable one. We are grateful to work activities are offered each day; these range from photography alongside so many talented individuals and have them invite and printmaking workshops to examinations of ancient peoples us into their home territories. In turn, we are proud to invite and current events. You choose activities that are best suited to community members on board to enjoy the hospitality of the your abilities and interests. Ocean Endeavour while sharing their stories and experiences with us. Our close relationships with local people in the regions we visit set us apart. Adventure Canada has a proud history of Fun and casual, rugged yet comfortable—Adventure Canada’s working with communities, hiring locally, and ensuring our expedition cruises are true voyages of discovery. ©Danny Catt 4 ©Michelle Valberg OUR RESOURCE SPECIALISTS Adventure Canada’s team travels to some of the world’s We are authors and painters, we are archaeologists wildest, most remote destinations. Polar bear sightings, and filmmakers. We are musicians and geologists Zodiacs zipping between waves, and towering icebergs are and anthropologists and marine biologists. We are all in a day’s work. Time and time again, it is our intrepid birdwatchers and songwriters, photographers and hunters, team of resource specialists that gives us our 35% return- culturalists, philosophers, politicians, meteorologists, customer rate. We fly the majority of our staff members in sculptors, historians, sailors, and swimmers of sub-zero specially for each voyage—this ensures that we have experts water. We hail from far and wide, and we are luminary minds in the specific regions aboard who are as excited to be there in our respective fields. Above all, we share in a deep love for as you are! discovery. For learning. For exploration and growth. And we are family. 5 In 2016 we are once again pleased to partner with the award- OUR PARTNERSHIP winning magazine, The Walrus, and the charitable, non-profit WITH THE WALRUS Walrus Foundation. The Foundation is dedicated to creating a forum for FOUNDATION conversation on matters vital to Canadians. Among its many contributions to the Canadian conversation is The Walrus magazine—winner of more awards in its ten years of publication than any other Canadian title. The Walrus Foundation also publishes original high-quality content at thewalrus.ca, creates digital projects such as Walrus Ebooks, partners with Blue Ant Media to produce documentaries and other programming at thewalrus.ca/tv, and trains young professionals in media, publishing, and non-profit development. You can join members of the Walrus Foundation aboard our 2016 Mighty Saint Lawrence expedition. OUR PARTNERSHIP WITH THE ROYAL CANADIAN GEOGRAPHICAL SOCIETY Adventure Canada is proud to join the Royal Canadian The Canadian Geographic Photo Club is Canada’s largest Geographical Society and Canadian Geographic magazine online photo community, and the presenter of the Canadian in presenting two 2016 expeditions: Sable Island and Geographic Photo Contest, Wildlife Photography of the Year Greenland and Wild Labrador. contest, and others. Our Canadian Geographic Photo Club voyage to Sable The Royal Canadian Geographical Society was founded in 1929 Island (June 11–19) with its iconic wild horses, windswept “to make Canada better known to Canadians and to the world”. dunes, and rare seabirds, will be a photographer’s dream For more than eighty-five years, the Society has published come true. Canadian Geographic magazine—the third most widely read magazine in Canada. Additionally, the Society fulfills its The Royal Canadian Geographical Society Expedition, Greenland mandate through its geographic education program, speaker and Wild Labrador, (June 29–July 11), explores the pristine series, research grants, and expedition programs. fjords of two sublime coastlines on a journey truly deserving of the term ‘adventure.’ We look forward to working with the rcgs and Canadian Geographic to create exceptional experiences and programming aboard these unique, thrilling voyages! 7 ©Mike Beedell ©Mike Beedell “ IF YOU’RE NOT GOING TO BE IMPRESSED AFTER TAKING THIS TRIP, THEN NOTHING WILL IMPRESS YOU. THE WORD I WOULD USE TO DESCRIBE THIS TRIP IS ‘AWESOME’.” — ALEX TREBEK, JEOPARDY! HOST AND RCGS FELLOW, PICTURED HERE IN GREENLAND WITH HIS WIFE JEAN ABOARD OUR 2015 ARCTIC EXPLORER EXPEDITION OUR PARTNERSHIP WITH NIKON As the world leader in digital imaging, precision optics, and elusive combination of artistic creativity, entrepreneurial spirit, photo-imaging technology, Nikon is globally recognized for and community commitment, which is reflected in her diverse setting new standards in product design and performance for career and stellar reputation. Michelle’s work has appeared in its award-winning consumer and professional photographic many magazines including National Geographic, US Magazine, equipment. Nikon Canada distributes consumer and In Style, Above & Beyond, Ottawa Life, Canadian Geographic, professional dslr and hd-slr cameras, Nikon coolpix® PhotoLife, Reader’s Digest and Chatelaine. She is the founder of compact digital cameras, Nikon 1 advanced cameras with Project North. interchangeable lens system, nikkor optics, speedlights, and system accessories. With this partnership, travellers aboard Adventure Canada expeditions will be able to experience first-hand the high image quality and optical excellence of Nikon cameras, lenses, and gear—and try out this precision equipment for themselves. Join Michelle on Some expeditions will feature award-winning