Sustainability

Support Local

Eat, drink, & sleep local

As you explore our beautiful region, we encourage you to show support and respect for the locals by eating, drinking, and staying local. When you “eat, drink, and stay local,” you show a commitment to environmental sustainability by reducing the carbon footprint associated with transporting goods over long distances. Local produce and products typically have a smaller ecological impact, contributing to a more sustainable and eco-friendly travel experience. 

An additional value you add is contributing to the livelihoods of local food suppliers, artisans, and small businesses. Whether it’s savoring farm-fresh produce at a local seasonal market, enjoying a beer at our locally-owned brewery, or choosing accommodations offered by local hosts, you’re not just a visitor; you’re a supporter/patron/investor of the community. Choosing to eat, drink, and stay local is a commitment to responsible and meaningful travel, fostering a deeper connection to the places we visit while positively impacting the communities. 

Health, safety & accessibility in remote spaces.

Due to limited cell service, rugged terrain and unpredictable weather, it is essential to adventure smart when exploring the remote and awe-inspiring landscapes of Northern B.C. We encourage you to be equipped with suitable outerwear, always carry essential safety gear, including food, water, up-to-date maps, first aid supplies, and reliable communication devices. 

Take care of your neighbours, be considerate of individuals with disabilities, and offer help if needed. When visiting we ask you to respect accessible parking spaces, ramps, and facilities designed to make the visit accessible for all. Show courtesy on the trails by yielding accordingly: cyclists yield to everyone, while people with mobility aids have priority over others.

Forest, Fish & Fires

Let’s make a conscious commitment to environmental stewardship by actively practicing the principles of reducing, reusing, recycling, and pack-in-what-you-pack-out. By working together, we can significantly reduce our ecological footprint.  

Each year BC experiences an increase in fire activity and poor air quality. Our region historically has been safe from these seasonal disasters but as of recent years have been noticeably affected. We ask that you please respect fire ratings and regulations by keeping fires small and manageable and have the proper measures available to extinguish a fire. 

Demonstrate respect for wildlife by refraining from interacting with them, never feed wildlife, as it can disrupt their natural behaviors, and when fishing or hunting, ensure you have the appropriate licenses and are following regulations and restrictions.

Stewards of our environment

Although our area echoes vast open spaces, with no crowds, we ask you to please stay considerate and take part in considerate travel by leaving what you find behind, and when sharing the beauty of our surroundings on social media, consider leaving vague location tags to preserve the tranquility and privacy of these places.

Let’s honor our local Indigenous people as stewards of our environment and learn from their wisdom. Reminding us that we were not the original inhabitants, and wildlife can be present anywhere and anytime.

Practice good etiquette by keeping your pets on leashes (unless otherwise posted), honour property boundaries and signage, and ensure proper waste disposal of litter or food in animal proof bins.