North Star Adventures

5 Unique Ways to Experience Indigenous Culture in Canada

"When Joe Bailey started North Star Adventures in 2007, he decided to offer aurora tours that transport guests to several different locations looking for the best views and the best photo-ops. He calls his tours “aurora hunting” to pay homage to his Indigenous Dene ancestors. “Aurora hunting is kind of like storm chasing,” says Bailey. “It's exciting.” While guests wait for the northern lights to appear, Indigenous guides share Dene legends and stories. Changing locations often improves the chances of seeing the northern lights; if it’s cloudy and the northern lights are obscured or viewing is poor in one location, they move to another site several miles away near a lake, a meadow or perhaps even on a hillside. Instead of waiting for the aurora to come to a stationary site, Bailey and his guides search out the best vantage points for viewing this ethereal marvel of nature."