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BEAR VIEWING ADVENTURES
Into the Wild WITH

ALASKA BEAR ADVENTURES

Trip.
Optimal Viewing Seasons
The prime bear-viewing season spans from June
through early September and Alaska Bear Ad-
ventures understands the peak viewing time
frame for the different areas based on habitat
High above the rugged Alaskan wilderness, a to the viewing platforms at Brooks Falls where and fish runs.
woman with a deep love for flying has turned her one can witness brown bears fishing for salmon, Because Alaska Bear Adventures is based out of
passion into a remarkable adventure. Dee Per- offering unparalleled photographic opportuni- Homer, they are closer to the premier bear view-
kins fell in love with flying in her early 20s and ties. ing destinations. This means less traveling and
continued to fly while working as a nurse, rais- The Classic Day Trip offers a guided trip to ei- more bear time! Family-friendly, senior-friendly,
ing three daughters and earning her Ph.D. In ther Lake Clark National Park or Katmai National and perfect for wildlife enthusiasts, their tours
2010, Dee began assisting visitors in experienc- Park. The pilot, who is a trained naturalist bear prioritize guest safety and wildlife conservation.
ing the great Alaska wilderness and grizzly bears guide, stays with you while you observe bears Journey with Alaska Bear Adventures and see
through Alaska Bear Adventures. With the help graze on sedge grass or dig for clams. the places where bears roam free.
of her daughters, she became one of the few Other trips include the Short and Sweet Day Trip, For more information and reservations, visit
women-owned businesses to offer bear viewing. Premium Day Trips and the Private Classic Day alaskabearviewing.com or call 1-877-522-9247.
Combining flying with her love of wildlife, she of-
fers guests an unforgettable experience sharing
the raw power, beauty and awe of the untamed
Alaskan wilderness.
Alaska Bear Adventures offers exceptional day
tours to premier bear-viewing locations such as
Katmai National Park, Lake Clark National Park,
Brooks Falls and the McNeil River State Game
Sanctuary (only if you were able to secure a slot
to the sanctuary during the lottery from the Alas-
ka Department of Fish and Game). Alaska Bear
Adventures also provides air charter services and
flightseeing tours that enable guests to soar over
glaciers, mountains and crystal blue lakes.
Departing daily from Homer, Alaska, these
guided adventures provide a personal look into
the lives of these animals in their native habitat.
Bears are their passion and they invite guests to
come along with them and experience the ex-
hilarating world of Alaska’s famous coastal brown
bears.
A Journey into Bear Country
Guests embark on scenic flights aboard Cessna
bush planes or DeHavilland Beaver float planes,
traversing breathtaking landscapes of volca-
noes, glaciers, and mountains before arriving at
remote bear-viewing sites. Depending on the
destination, tours range from 4 to 8 hours, with
ample time allocated for observing bears in the
wild. The Brooks Falls Trip in Katmai National
Park is self-guided. The pilot escorts visitors to
the ranger station and then guests walk 1.5 miles
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