Northern Lights & Arctic Exploration

Discover the wonder of the northern lights with Expedition Leader Lianne Thompson, who loves sharing the awe-inspiring spectacle of the aurora borealis with our Churchill travelers.

Solar Cycle 25 creates ideal conditions for viewing the northern lights. Expedition Leader Court Whelan, Ph.D. explains why this period of peak solar activity will maximize your chances of seeing the aurora borealis near Churchill, Manitoba.

Get expert northern lights photography tips from Expedition Leader Court Whelan, who's been photographing the brilliant spectacle of the aurora in Churchill, Manitoba, for the past decade.

Discover the reasons why the town of Churchill in Manitoba, Canada is one of the best places on Earth to see the mystical aurora borealis.

Originally presented September 20, 2024
There’s nothing quite like watching the aurora borealis dance across a dark winter sky—and the upcoming 2025 solar cycle is expected to bring with it the strongest northern lights in recent history! Expedition Leader Eleanor Edye shares details of our Northern Lights & Arctic Exploration adventure in Churchill, Manitoba, one of the very best places on Earth to look for them. Find out what to pack for this cold-weather expedition, learn about the various heated vantage points from which we view the northern lights, and discover what other activities to expect, from snowshoeing to dog sledding.

Originally presented September 17, 2024
Wonder what it’s like to experience wild nature amid the camaraderie of an all-women group? Our guests on these popular adventures often tell us they feel more comfortable in an all-women setting, especially when it comes to trying new things—from snowshoeing to kayaking with belugas to camping in brown bear territory. Expedition Leaders Judy Wilson and Jessica Morgan discuss our empowering Women in the Wild trips and the positive impact they have on our travelers. Not only are these adventures women-only and women-led, but the itineraries have a special focus on the contributions of women in the destinations we visit.

Originally presented August 19, 2024
Did you know that more than two-thirds of the planet’s freshwater is stored in glaciers and ice caps? In this installment of her Nature’s Decoders series, Expedition Leader Nikki Sentinella explores the many ways ice affects life on Earth, from shaping the terrain to storing water and sequestering carbon. Learn the differences between sea ice and glacial ice, find out what gives glacial lakes their brilliant blue hue, and discover the effect sea ice formation has on the Arctic food web, including polar bears.