Eddy Savage2016
Raised on Vancouver Island and now living in the seaside town of Nanaimo, Eddy has always had a passion for exploring the wild. His love of sharing nature with others drove him to become a naturalist specializing in Canada’s fauna, flora and ecology. As a high school student who had never been camping, Eddy signed up for an outdoor education program where he learned no-trace camping ethics, backpacking and canoeing skills. During this experience, Eddy realized he wanted to spend as much time as possible in the wilderness and among wildlife. Contemplating a plan for his university studies, he stumbled across a pamphlet for a program at North Island College. The program focused on coastal adventure tourism and, as he describes it, set in motion a wild array of experiences and opportunities that led him to where he is today. Something flipped the lights on, and he was hooked!
Eddy has led multi-day nature expeditions since 2008 on land and via sea kayak, canoe, small boat, expedition ship and sailboat, always focused on wildlife and wild places. He is proud to be a long-tenured grizzly bear viewing guide in Canada's Great Bear Rainforest, and credits his time studying these animals with further pushing him to focus his career on nature-based travel.
As a Nat Hab Expedition Leader since 2016, Eddy has led Photo Expeditions to Churchill, Haida Gwaii, Greenland, Iceland and China. Pairing photography with his passion for nature and wildlife, Eddy brings a strong and varied background to his Photo Expeditions. "Spending months of the year sitting in a small boat on a cloudy day in the pouring rain and trying to photograph grizzly bears with a dark forested background, you learn a thing or two about how to get the most out of your camera equipment," he says. For as long as he has been guiding, Eddy has written nature-focused articles and published his photography in print and online. From the Arctic tundra to the rainforest, Eddy enthusiastically shares his knowledge, experience and photography skills with travelers from around the world.
Eddy has led multi-day nature expeditions since 2008 on land and via sea kayak, canoe, small boat, expedition ship and sailboat, always focused on wildlife and wild places. He is proud to be a long-tenured grizzly bear viewing guide in Canada's Great Bear Rainforest, and credits his time studying these animals with further pushing him to focus his career on nature-based travel.
As a Nat Hab Expedition Leader since 2016, Eddy has led Photo Expeditions to Churchill, Haida Gwaii, Greenland, Iceland and China. Pairing photography with his passion for nature and wildlife, Eddy brings a strong and varied background to his Photo Expeditions. "Spending months of the year sitting in a small boat on a cloudy day in the pouring rain and trying to photograph grizzly bears with a dark forested background, you learn a thing or two about how to get the most out of your camera equipment," he says. For as long as he has been guiding, Eddy has written nature-focused articles and published his photography in print and online. From the Arctic tundra to the rainforest, Eddy enthusiastically shares his knowledge, experience and photography skills with travelers from around the world.
What's in My Camera Bag
My Packing Philosophy
Camera Bag
Mountainsmith Parallax Camera Backpack
Camera Equipment
Nikon Z6 body & FTZ adapter
Nikon D7200 body
Nikkor DX 10.5mm Fisheye (Northern Lights & Night Photography)
Nikkor 14-24mm f/2.8
Nikkor Z 24-70mm f/4
Nikkor 300mm f/4
Sigma 150-600mm f/5.6-6.3
Manfrotto 190X with ball head
Post-Processing Software
Adobe Premiere Elements
Adobe Photoshop
Adobe Lightroom
Mountainsmith Parallax Camera Backpack
Camera Equipment
Nikon Z6 body & FTZ adapter
Nikon D7200 body
Nikkor DX 10.5mm Fisheye (Northern Lights & Night Photography)
Nikkor 14-24mm f/2.8
Nikkor Z 24-70mm f/4
Nikkor 300mm f/4
Sigma 150-600mm f/5.6-6.3
Manfrotto 190X with ball head
Post-Processing Software
Adobe Premiere Elements
Adobe Photoshop
Adobe Lightroom
What Our Guests Say
Knowledgeable, fun-loving, kindhearted, flexible, caring, adaptable, attentive to details, a problem-solver, inquisitive and an environmentalist are just a few of the adjectives that best describe our Expedition Leader. Eddy enthusiastically shared his love for the Arctic. Everyday was filled with wonderful experiences and incredible surprises! Eddy is so well-liked and respected by the Churchill community.
S. Lytle
Eddy was marvelous! His knowledge and enthusiasm were great and so infectious. He was very, very well organized and helpful. I could not have taken the pictures I did without his superb help in getting me set up for extreme temperature shooting. The icing on the cake was the incredible pictures he gave to us at the farewell dinner that included a picture of myself jumping up in front of the northern lights.
K. Connell
Eddy was the best Expedition Leader I have had in 24 years of travel. He had everything planned for the whole trip without any problems. He was on 24/7. Even giving me his warm jacket to wear the whole time. He was kind, and every request was taken care of with no problem for him. He is very professional yet kind and caring. I hope to have him again in the future!
P. Colgate
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Northern Lights & Arctic Exploration
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Northern Lights & Arctic Exploration
Churchill, Manitoba is arguably the best place on Earth to view the aurora borealis—see it in comfort from secluded, private viewing locations, including our exclusive glass Aurora Pod with a 360° view on the sky.
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Northern Lights Photo Expedition
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Northern Lights Photo Expedition
You'll find no better location for aurora photography than Churchill—and no better approach than this one, led by an expert photographer guide, featuring five private, atmospheric settings for stunning images.
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The Wild Side of China: A Nature Odyssey
The Wild Side of China: A Nature Odyssey
Discover a side of China most travelers never see on our unique itinerary revealing wild panda habitat, rare wildlife and Chinese nature at its most entrancing—including close-up panda encounters.
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Haida Gwaii: Islands at the Edge of the World
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Haida Gwaii: Islands at the Edge of the World
Discover an archipelago of wonder off the coast of British Columbia—explore wild shorelines, ancient rainforest and 12,000 years of Haida culture on an intimate sailboat adventure in the marine wilderness.
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Ultimate Iceland Photo Expedition
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Ultimate Iceland Photo Expedition
Go longer, farther and deeper into the most remote corners of Iceland in pursuit of stunning landscape shots and native wildlife—with private flightseeing and boat tours for every possible perspective.
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East Greenland Photo Expedition
East Greenland Photo Expedition
Photograph raw Arctic wilderness on Greenland's rarely visited east coast near the edge of the Greenland ice sheet. From our deluxe expedition camp, we shoot by boat, kayak and on foot, in exceptional solitude.
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Churchill Polar Bear Tours
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Churchill Polar Bear Tours
See the King of the Arctic in the Polar Bear Capital of the World! Our small-group adventures to Churchill, Manitoba get you closer to more polar bears, in exceptional comfort and safety, than anywhere else on Earth.
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Why Brown Bears Look Different: A Guide’s Photo Diary
Why Brown Bears Look Different: A Guide’s Photo Diary
Having worked as a bear-viewing guide for the past decade, I can identify bears that I’ve seen year after year by their body proportions, facial features, scarring, fur colorations, and body movements. In fact, there are a few bears I can identify from half a mile away quite easily. I hope you’ll enjoy this collection of brown bear photos from our Alaska adventures and appreciate each bear in all its individuality!
An Expedition Leader’s Extraordinary Northern Lights Adventure in Churchill
An Expedition Leader’s Extraordinary Northern Lights Adventure in Churchill
You can usually find me exploring the Churchill area from late January until early April while leading Nat Hab’s Northern Lights & Arctic Exploration expeditions. Churchill is known for its iconic nickname, “The Polar Bear Capital of the World,” but let me tell you, this welcoming community is one of the best places to experience the delights of a northern Canadian winter as well as one of the nature’s most beautiful phenomenons: the northern lights.
Preparing for Photographing the Northern Lights
Preparing for Photographing the Northern Lights
Chasing the aurora borealis is an exhilarating adventure. Standing outside, looking into the sky at one of nature’s most beautiful phenomena is an experience that fills the soul. I have several key preparations in my Northern Lights Photography Kit that make my life easier and the rush of photographing the aurora borealis a lot of fun.
What’s in My Camera Bag? Wild Side of China Photo Expedition
What’s in My Camera Bag? Wild Side of China Photo Expedition
This is a longer expedition with lots of walking and short hikes, and we move every couple of nights for most of the journey. I’ve tried several camera/lens combinations over the years and found that simple and versatile is the way to go, since I don’t want to be weighed down as we tackle our next hike or feel overwhelmed by my lens choices. Read on for my typical camera setup!
Photograph Endangered Golden Snub-Nosed Monkeys in China’s Nature Reserves
Photograph Endangered Golden Snub-Nosed Monkeys in China’s Nature Reserves
One of the most rewarding experiences of my photo expeditions to China with Natural Habitat Adventures would have to be the time spent with golden snub-nosed monkeys. Please enjoy this collection of my photographs taken while on Nat Hab’s Wild Side of China Photo Expedition.
Photographic Wonders of China’s Four Sisters Mountain & Siguniangshan National Park
Photographic Wonders of China’s Four Sisters Mountain & Siguniangshan National Park
This UNESCO World Heritage Site boasts sub-alpine coniferous forests, Tibetan villages, herds of domesticated yak, rare sub-alpine birds and tranquil mountain streams that delight my inner photographer. I’ve compiled some of my favorites for your enjoyment.
Photographing Iceland’s Puffins
Photographing Iceland’s Puffins
Iceland is home to millions of nesting Atlantic puffins, approximately 60% of the global population of 12 million birds, give or take. While this number seems impressive, and you’d think they’d practically be falling from the sky all around us, finding and photographing them can sometimes be challenging.
A Guide’s Guide to Iceland’s Waterfalls
A Guide’s Guide to Iceland’s Waterfalls
Iceland is home to some of the most spectacular and photogenic waterfalls in the world. These waterfalls don’t necessarily have huge amounts of water flowing over them, but the rugged and unique landscape surrounding them adds to their charm and beauty. The diversity of new and old volcanic landforms provides for an exceptional array of waterfalls.
Gwaii Haanas: A Conservation Story in Canada’s Galapagos
Gwaii Haanas: A Conservation Story in Canada’s Galapagos
The Misty Isles, Islands at the Edge, Canada’s Galapagos, the Queen Charlotte Islands (briefly) or what is properly known as Haida Gwaii (meaning Islands of the People in the Haida language), is an archipelago comprised of more than 2,000 islands. It lies 34 to 78 miles off the northern Pacific coast of Canada. The surrounding waters teem with life as the mixture of cool Pacific Ocean upwelling and tidal currents.
