Critters

This gorgeous bear was just one of the fabulous wildlife sightings on a trip through the Yukon

My husband, Mark, and I decided that leaving southern Alberta for an adventure to the Yukon would be just the learning experience two teachers on summer holidays needed.

We were fortunate to capture photos of numerous types of wildlife on our journey, including wood bison wandering the highway near Muncho Lake in northern British Columbia.

Once we were in the Yukon, we were treated to picturesque loons first thing in the morning on Lake Laberge; a white swan near Burwash Landing; a porcupine crossing the road on the way to Kluane National Park and a cheeky squirrel just outside a restaurant at Haines Junction.

One of our favourite sightings though was this huge black bear that we spotted just o‡ the road somewhere near Watson Lake.

It wasn’t until I reviewed my photos later that I realized the bear looks as though he is just out for a casual morning stroll, and taking time to stop and smell the flowers.

This classic moment really captures everything wonderful about the Yukon for me. I loved the vast spaces, the long spans of uninterrupted highway and being able to take the time to stop wherever and whenever we wanted to soak up its natural beauty. Without a doubt, this trip put the Yukon on the top of our list of “places-in-canada-to visit—again!”

It was a truly inspirational journey to a part of Canada everyone should visit at least once in their lifetime!