“Silence in itself is rich. It is exclusive and luxurious. A key to unlock new ways of thinking. I don’t regard it as a renunciation or something spiritual, but rather as a practical resource for living a richer life. Or, to put it in more ordinary terms, as a deeper form of experiencing life than just turning on the TV to watch the news, again.”
― Erling Kagge
Traditionally, Inuit have viewed the polar bear (nanuq) as a powerful, near-human spirit requiring immense respect—a relationship rooted in beliefs that the bear's spirit can bring prosperity if honored correctly, or misfortune if treated improperly.
The tracks of a mother and two cubs across the snow covered ice. This is how we follow them.
Mountainous icebergs that have been locked in the frozen ocean for the long winter.
The landscape appears devoid of life, but there are seals, bears, foxes, crows, and much more in this vast wilderness.
A mum and her cubs watching the watchers.
Little cotton balls running across the vast white plane.
Siblings finding comfort in each other while they wait for their mum to return.
Curious creatures that will one day be the masters of their environment.
Small cubs already showing how fierce they can be.
A mum is always looking out for her cubs. Making sure they have the highest ground and are safe from danger and the unknown.
Polar bears have an incredible sense of smell. She knew we were coming from miles away.
Masters of their environment.
Did you know that polar bears skin is black and their fur is transparent? They dry off by rolling around in the snow.
Safety in family
More cuddles at the top of an iceberg
Playtime while mum sleeps
Fluffy butt napping at the end of a long day.
Always on alert to sounds, smells and sights. This little one woke up to check us out.
Time to find a new spot to rest. Not everyone is ready to leave.
The love of a mum and her babies is strong.
Always keeping an eye out to ensure everyone is safe.
We are always being watched
The perch for the bears is building sized iceberg locked in the frozen ocean. Safe high ground.
Always good to keep a safe distance and be ready to move.
The magic of the northern lights putting on a show
Coming right down on us like an eagle in the night.
Our home away from home to give us shelter on this grand adventure.
Our eventual escape. Storms finally lifted and the airport resumed flights. Happy to be boarding.
It's not real until you actually take off!