Waiting for the ice to form on Hudson Bay, this Polar Bear walks the beaches in search for calories.
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Memory Lane- Up the Hill
There are great hiking trails throughout the town of Colorado Springs.
Shot of the Day- Hudson Bay Tundra
Two weeks before the tundra is covered with snow and Hudson Bay is iced over, the landscape looks remarkably surreal.
Moment of Impact- Polar Bear Dreams
The moment a Polar Bear came up to a rover that I was in for the first time was one of the best moments of my life.
Shot of the Day- Sparring Giants
Sparring Giants
Shot of the Day- Belly Cooler
Polar Bears need extremely cold temperatures to be comfortable. This bear cools himself by lying on the ice.
Week’s Review- Rafting the Pai River
Deep in the heart of the jungle bordering Myanmar and Thailand, the Pai River meanders through canyons filled with waterfalls and wildlife. At times the violent currents rushing against giant boulders create class-four rapids generating both excitement and fear, other times it allows it’s visitors a chance to float in it’s warm, calm murky water.
After hours of winding roads and praying that our breakfast wouldn’t escape in the backseat, we arrived. A roadside rafting center where we received helmets, life jackets and our six man raft. Our always cheerful guide, Thep got us in the vessel and we headed off. Hours of beautiful scenery, the deafening sounds of the jungle surrounding us and a relaxing river, left us smiling and laughing until our guts hurt.
Our jungle camp, made of platforms and mosquito nets, was a perfect ending to a beautiful day. It wasn’t all glamorous however. While eating under candle light, I felt an insect the size of a beer bottle crawl over my bare foot. Of course there were foot long millipedes, poisonous spiders and the ever present danger of snakes lurking in the darkness. The good stuff.
The next morning we all woke up refreshed and ready for rapids. A full day of rapid after rapid with a guide that loved throwing clients out of the boat on purpose. Of course, we always egged him on when the threat was aimed at someone not yourself. We ended near sunset and headed back to the beautiful, quirky town of Pai.
Rating out of ten: Nine. It would have been a ten if I would have brought beer.
Word to the wise: Bring beer and a waterproof camera.
Shot of the Day- Morning Sparring
Play fighting is very important to the development of Polar Bear social behavior.
Story in Pictures- Wat Rong Khun
The white temple of Thailand, Wat Rong Khun is buried deep in the heart of the Chiang Rai rainforest. It’s the story of Hell and Heaven. 
Shot of the Day- Forming Arctic Ice
Ice begins to slowly form in Wapusk National Park, Churchill, Canada.
Shot of the Day- Drinking Bear
An abnormally hot fall leaves this male Polar Bear overheated.
Memory Lane- Songkran Monks
These Monks celebrate the Thai New Year by playing in a nation wide water fight
Shot of the Day- Inukshuk
The Inukshuk was an important way to landmark a particular area of significance for many indigenous peoples of the Arctic. The landscape is often barren, so these rock piles were placed as type of sign. They could mean anything from, "Caribou this way" to "Uncle John was here", etc.
Moment of Impact- Life is Good
My first overseas trip. My mind finally understood what my soul already knew. Relax. Have fun. Take care. Life is short. Life is great!
Shot of the Day- Waiting for Ice
Polar Bears spend a significant amount of their time resting while they wait for ice to form. Spending very little calories is important during this four month fast.
Shot of the Day- Storm Rolling In
Alaska: A winter storm rolls into an already bitter cold valley.
Travel Schedule- Winter 2011-2012
✈ Winter Travel Schedule 2011 – 2012
01) May 01, 2011- Anchorage, Alaska
02) Oct 03, 2011- Phoenix, Arizona
03) Oct 10, 2011- Colorado Springs, CO
04) Oct 21, 2011- Churchill, Manitoba
05) Nov 12, 2011- Colorado Springs, CO
06) Nov 25, 2011- Amman, Jordan
07) Dec 15, 2011- Cairo, Egypt
08) Dec 29, 2011- Dubai, United Arab Emirates
09) Jan 03, 2012- Bangkok, Thailand
10) Jan 18, 2012- Yangon, Burma
11) Feb 08, 2012- Luang Prabang, Laos
12) Feb 22, 2012- Hanoi, Vietnam
13) Mar 07, 2012- Siem Reap, Cambodia
14) Mar 15, 2012- Kuala Lumpor, Malaysia
15) Mar 20, 2012- Singapore, Singapore
16) Mar 25, 2012- Jakarta, Indonesia
17) Apr 30, 2012- Manila, Philippines
18) May 21, 2012- Taipei, Taiwan
19) May 30, 2012- Anchorage, Alaska
*Dates May Vary
Shot of the Day- Abstract Slopes
Alaska: Fall often brings dramatic sunsets in Alaska’s interior.
Shot of the Day- Fire in the Sky
Alaska: Fall often brings dramatic sunsets in Alaska’s interior.
Shot of the Day- The Watchtower
Alaska: Jagged talus dominates an otherwise barren landscape
Shot of the Day- Termination Dust
Alaska: The first snow on tops of peaks signals the end of the Alaska’s beautiful summer
Shot of the Day- Prospecting for Gold
Alaska: Since the late 1800′s, Alaska has had Gold fever. To this day, prospectors make their living by searching out the rare mineral. The gold rush is alive and well.
Shot of the Day- Autumn Moon
Alaska: A full moon rises over Wrangell St. Elias National Park, Alaska.
Shot of the Day- Mountains and Mountains
Alaska: Every mountain is different. Each, a very unique look.
Shot of the Day- An Alaskan Bush Camp
Alaska: A typical Alaskan bush camp during Autumn