An animal rights group is calling for the release of a rare spirit bear, which is currently in a wildlife park in the provinces interior. Years of photographing bears in their habitat have given nicklen a special understanding of these majestic mammals. His keeper gave an excellent presentation on him and we learned that he is the only one of his species in captivity. The kamloops chamber of commerce felt that kamloops was a onenight stop and needed more attractions so that visitors would stay longer and. The bc wildlife park is home to nearly 200 animals and 65 different species, all native to british columbia including cougars, grizzly bears, arctic wolves, reptiles, birds of prey and the only spirit bear in human care in the world. Spirit bear to stay in kamloops park huffpost canada. Spirit bear or kermode at the bc wildlife park kamloops bc spirit bear wildlife park british columbia polar bear canada animals image travel animais the bc wildlife park is very excited to announce the arrival of a young male kermode bear aka spirit bear named clover. This was an incredibly difficult decision, and we are deeply saddened by the need to do so. Allen douglas facebook kamloops favourite spirit bear is moving into a fancy new home.
Since its opening in 1966, the small zoo has cared for and rehabilitated native british columbian animals who are injured or orphaned. The bc wildlife park is the most successful breeder of burrowing owls in north america and over 60% of the animals found in the park were rescued for various reasons. Wildlife park feared clover the kermode bear cub had been kidnapped when the animal disappeared from its new home. Princess royal islandspirit bear conservancy continuing southward, our boat follows the indented shoreline of princess royal island. Shelter director says spirit bear should stay in captivity open this photo in gallery. Clover is the only kermode bear in human care worldwide, and has been the topic of much interest and debate. Kamloops wildlife park 2020 what to know before you go. To learn more, please visit kamloops wildlife sanctuary. The kermode bear spirit bear a rare subspecies of the. This book tells the story of the unusual and beautiful creatures that inhabit ancient rainforests on the northwest coast of british columbia.
When john stark looks out on the fenced bear compound in kamloops, b. The park is home to one male kermode bear named clover. In october 2012, it was announced that a kermode bear would be housed at the british columbia wildlife park in kamloops, bc, believed to be the first kermode bear in captivity. Find all the books, read about the author, and more. How to visit the great bear rainforest in british columbia. The rescued male bear named clover was given to the b. Spirit bear and great bear rainforest books white spirit bear by gramma tess. As of press time, 51 people signed on to support lidstones statement. A look back at clover, the spirit bear, on his first day out of hibernation this year at the bc wildlife park.
Kamloops wildlife park the only spirit bear kermode bear in captivity. Located in the heart of the great bear rainforest, spirit bear lodge offers world class wildlife tours, indigenous cultural experiences that are second to none. One of the areas main gateways is bella coola in central bc. Rare kermode spirit bear moved to kamloops wildlife park. Wildlife park in 2012 after it became habituated to humans and several attempts to. Oct 29, 2012 but kamloops is lucky to have this charmer.
Clover the kermode spirit bear at the kamloops wildlife park. Population is 400, about 120 inhabit princess royal island. Clover is the only kermode bear in the world in human care and you can visit him in kamloops backyard. Wildlife park business and development manager said. Wildlife park in kamloops after conservation officers determined the.
Zookeeper artice fleck said clover, a yearling male, was an orphan cub. Visit kamloops wildlife park on your trip to kamloops or. Dedicated to the rehabilitation and protection of canadas native wildlife, the bc wildlife park in kamloops is home to over 200 animals, including arctic wolves, bison, and cougars, most of which have been rescued. Kamloops wildlife park, kamloops ticket price timings. The yearling cub was found abandoned in northwestern british columbia on the side of terrace mountain near terrace. The kermode bear ursus americanus kermodei, also known as the spirit bear particularly in british columbia, is a rare subspecies of the american black bear living in the central and north coast regions of british columbia, canada. Overall the spirit bear tour was a great adventure and many thanks to tim and the people of hartley bay for making this possible. Kamloops wildlife park the only spirit bear kermode bear in. You can book a wine tour or do a selfguided tour on the various wine trails. Zookeeper larissa thompson okanagan destination british columbia. As far as is know, clover is the only kermode bear. The bc wildlife park in kamloops, bc joins in the festive season with a wonderful display of colorful sights and christmas sounds. The majority of animals at the park have been rescued or were orphaned and are unable to survive on their own in.
If you dont spot one, you can always visit clover the spirit bear at the kamloops wildlife park. Provincial wildlife officials decided the best course of action was to bring the bear to the kamloops wildlife park. The color morph is due to a recessive allele, they are not albinos, not related to the polar bear or the blond brown bear. Clover was introduced at a press conference monday and will make his public debut in spring. Some posts on this site contain affiliate links, meaning if you book or buy. The 300kilogram piece is carved out of alabaster rock and will find its home in the b. Kamloops wildlife park 2020 all you need to know before you. A rare, white kermode bear will have a new home in kamloops, b. The special attractions of the zoo are arctic wolves, cougars, coyotes, bobcats, lynx, black bear, and grizzly bear. Over 60% of the animals at the park have been rescued, enabling visitors an opportunity to view animals rarely seen in the wild, such as clover, the kermode spirit bear. The bc wildlife park has 209 animals, including the only kermode bear in human care in the world. Kamloops siblings raise thousands of dollars for bc wildlife park.
You can approach the great bear rainforest in several different ways. Orphaned spirit bear gets new home teaching kids news. On february 15, 1965, the kamloops chamber of commerce were approached by animal enthusiast and eventual wildlife park founder john moelaert, who proposed. While most kermode bears are black, there are between 100 and 500 fully white individuals. The spirit bear coffee company is the proud sponsor of the annual tracking raincoast publication. This is a great place to take the family and enjoy the entertainment offered for young and old. Wildlife park just east of kamloops, where clover, a rare whitecoated black bear or spirit bear. Kamloops wildlife park all you need to know before you. Clover the kermode bear is getting ready for a debut at the bc wildlife park in kamloops this weekend after the completion of a new habitat for. Rent a wagon and cart the kids and a picnic around the park to the waterpark and play area, take a hike to the secret waterfall and ride on the miniature train all while visiting some amazing.
Attempts to reach lidstone were not successful, but she appears convinced that captivity is the spirit bear s only chance of survival. My sister and i visited the bc wildlife park once known as the kamloops wildlife park especially to see clover, the spirit bear, also known as a kermode bear. It is the official provincial mammal of british columbia. We also had the opportunity to return to the bc wildlife park to see the newest addition. Teresa the travelers top ten places to take kamloops kids. Dec 24, 2012 the bc wildlife park in kamloops, bc joins in the festive season with a wonderful display of colorful sights and christmas sounds. Rare kermode spirit bear moved to kamloops wildlife park cbc.
Dec 08, 2016 bailey praised the park for its tourism value, its animalrehabilitation centre, all the education it does and for being the home of clover the kermode spirit bear. The bc wildlife park in kamloops came to life in 1965 and continues to evolve as a wildlife park that showcases the wildlife of british columbia and is one of the few wildlife rehabilitation centres in british columbia. The bc wildlife park was proactive in closing our indoor galleries, reducing our cafe to take out only options, and eliminating many of our services that. The 18monthold kermode bear, which carries a rare genetic trait that turns its fur creamy white was recently relocated to the b. Kamloops siblings raise thousands of dollars for bc wildlife park bottle drive for wildlife park. It turns out the 18monthold white spirit bear had escaped from its pen less than 24 hours after general manager glenn grant introduced clover to residents. This is the bestknown area for seeing the rare kermode or spirit bear, whose name reflects its legendary status among the tsimshian peoples as a creature to be revered. Well, this is the bear mahal because its an amazing thing.
Highway 20 from williams lake leads to bella coola, or fly there on scheduled flights from vancouver. The bc wildlife park is not liable for any lost or stolen items. Kamloops wildlife park 2020 all you need to know before. Clover, the spirit bear kamloops wildlife park, kamloops. How a kamloops carver is turning a spirit bear into a 300kg. Spirit bear is getting the swankiest home in kamloops. The kamloops wildlife park or the bc wildlife park within its 106 acres of area, acts as a zoo and a rehabilitation centre to over sixty native birds and animals.
Wildlights display at christmas kamloops wildlife park. Kamloops wildlife park 2020 all you need to know before you go. The kermode bear ursus americanus kermodei, also known as the spirit bear particularly in. Kermode finds home at wildlife park kamloops daily news. It is with extremely heavy hearts, that we announce the temporary closing of the bc wildlife park. They are only found in the great bear rainforest nw, bc. We will visit two wineries along the scenic kamloops wine trail as well as the british columbia wildlife park, a 106acre zoo and home to clover, their resident kermode spirit bear this tour includes two of the following wineries. Staff feared worst when spirit bear went missing kamloops. See more than 65 species of animals and birds that inhabit the wildlife park, including.
Bears bc wildlife park its all happening at the park. Although there much effort to rehabilitate the bear he was relocated twice there was no success. Keep clover the spirit bear at kamloops wildlife park bcwp. He was orphaned as a cub and raised at a wildlife shelter. His arrival in town, where all the black bears are black or brown, was met with excitement.
Spirit bear gets royal treatment with new enclosure in. Clover the kermode bear is getting ready for a debut at the bc wildlife park in kamloops this weekend after the completion of a new habitat for the rare bear. Meet and interact with the resident critters of kamloops wildlife park. Glenn grant, general manager of the bc wildlife park, says clover is. Bob visits the kamloops wildlife park to see a spirit bear in kamloops. The great bear rain forest is such a beautiful and surreal place. Thankfully, going to the bc wildlife park in kamloops, british. Visitors can engage in activities ranging from observing grizzly bear feedings to holding a snake. Kermode bear to make public debut at bc wildlife park in kamloops. Local skate park recognized kamloops may 16 1,784 views scavenger hunt, at home kamloops may 16 850 views snowbirds off to kamloops kamloops may 15,143 views. Seldom interacting with humans, these rare white black bears have lived peacefully for centuries in the pristine e. Kamloops siblings raise thousands of dollars for bc. A debate over the fate of clover, a rare spirit bear put in a zoo by the british. On february 15, 1965, wildlife park founder john moelaert, proposed to the chamber that a zoological facility would be an attraction for both residents and visitors alike.
Kermode bear to make public debut at bc wildlife park in. The bc wildlife park is a nonprofit organization dedicated to the rescue and rehabilitation of british columbias wildlife. Book your tickets online for kamloops wildlife park, kamloops. Kamloops bc wildlife park admission ticket i am biased about this wildlife park as my dad was instrumental and one of the founders of the railroad when the park built the track. Other points of entry include bella bella, klemtu, and prince rupert. A news report on the spirit bear in captivity at the b. The bc wildlife park connects people to bcs wildlife and wild places in order to encourage a sustainable society within a healthy natural. Clover, the spirit bear kermode bear at bc wildlife park.
See more ideas about wildlife, animal facts and animals. After operating its business under the kamloops zoo, the society would change its name to the wildlife park society of british columbia and rename the site as british columbia wildlife park on november 1, 1966, in order to recognize the support that they have received from both the thompsonokanagan region and the lower mainland. Kermode bear visit kamloops wildlife park, kamloops. How a kamloops carver is turning a spirit bear into a 300.
Robert carleton thank you tim and marven for a fantastic trip. The kermode bear, also known as the spirit bear by the natives is a subspecies of the black bear. Rare spirit bear to get new home in kamloops huffpost canada. Clover, who is almost three years old, lives at the b. The bc wildlife park is not responsible for personal possessions within the park or parking lot. Clover, a kermode bear, also known as a spirit bear. When a young spirit bear named clover wakes up from his winter hibernation, he will have a new home waiting for him. Clover, a rare white bear who has become the focus of a debate in british columbia over captive wildlife. Animal rights group says rare spirit bear should be. Posted in rinterestingasfuck by ub3p 190 points and comments. Inspired to see one in the wild, he connects with the gitgaat nation in hartley bay to track this magical beast down. Wildlife park in 2012 after it became habituated to humans and several attempts to relocate him to the wild failed.
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