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January 7, 2026
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Another beautiful Canadian book, sent to me by my friend, Carolyn. This particular book arrived on new years eve and I knew that I wanted it to be my first read of 2026. It was such a special and meaningful volume to begin the year with, filled with stunning photographs of polar bears, as well as glimpses of other wildlife, from foliage to birds.
It was incredible to get a glimpse into this frozen world and the lives of the majestic bears. Their lives are hard and the changes to the ice are deeply concerning. It was wonderful to watch a mother bear raise her pair of cubs and to learn what she teaches them and what their odds are once they leave her side.
There were heartbreaking scenes as well - the image of the recently dead mother bear, with her 1-2 year old cubs grieving over was was deeply affecting and will stay with me.
Despite the sadness and the worry I have for their future, I found this book inspiring, awed by the animals and landscape portrayed.
Another beautiful Canadian book, sent to me by my friend, Carolyn. This particular book arrived on new years eve and I knew that I wanted it to be my first read of 2026. It was such a special and meaningful volume to begin the year with, filled with stunning photographs of polar bears, as well as glimpses of other wildlife, from foliage to birds.
It was incredible to get a glimpse into this frozen world and the lives of the majestic bears. Their lives are hard and the changes to the ice are deeply concerning. It was wonderful to watch a mother bear raise her pair of cubs and to learn what she teaches them and what their odds are once they leave her side.
There were heartbreaking scenes as well - the image of the recently dead mother bear, with her 1-2 year old cubs grieving over was was deeply affecting and will stay with me.
Despite the sadness and the worry I have for their future, I found this book inspiring, awed by the animals and landscape portrayed.
November 24, 2025
Manitoba rises to the North Pole, with spectacular Lake Winnipeg flowing in the centre. Towns are mainly below and beside it. Sublime scenery is protected in low access regions, with pristineness that is astounding to believe. “Northern Manitoba” is usually erroneous, describing locations below the province’s centre. Roads go to Lynn Lake but train to Churchill come out of Thompson. The ride takes 45 hours from Winnipeg.
I dream of experiencing the powerful presence of Polar Bears, on the coast of Hudson’s Bay. They rely on ice, thick enough to traverse freely. In summertime, they forage around Churchill. Cars are unlocked in driveways and streets. Anyone can leap into them for a safety hatch.
Millions of people have had the fortune of seeing and photographing Polar Bears but this is not an essay book drawing from long ago archives. Assisted in the narrative text by nature writer Rebecca L. Grambo, this book recounts a poignant, unforgettable experience with a bear family by photographer Dennis Fast. Each portrait is glorious and you want to reach out and caress those sweet bear noses, dusted with snow as they roll and play!
This is the most moving book I have read and looked upon. Natural death is important to me. Only two Polar Bears were found in natural repose. Dennis witnessed the ascension of a Mother of two. The grief of her cubs impacted me. I will honour all three of them with tender quotes from “Wapusk: White Bear Of The North”.
“Her cubs cling to her for support, grief apparent on their faces. The passing of a magnificent animal is deeply moving. The cubs interact with other Mothers and cubs. Survival depends on the lessons they learned from their Mother. If she taught them to hunt during their first winter on ice, they will survive.
Mother, may you rest in the peace of all wild things
And may your children live to bear your courage”.
I was fortunate to gaze into beautiful Polar Bear faces at the Assiniboine Zoo as a child. Debby, the worlds’ eldest, reached 41 years-old.
I dream of experiencing the powerful presence of Polar Bears, on the coast of Hudson’s Bay. They rely on ice, thick enough to traverse freely. In summertime, they forage around Churchill. Cars are unlocked in driveways and streets. Anyone can leap into them for a safety hatch.
Millions of people have had the fortune of seeing and photographing Polar Bears but this is not an essay book drawing from long ago archives. Assisted in the narrative text by nature writer Rebecca L. Grambo, this book recounts a poignant, unforgettable experience with a bear family by photographer Dennis Fast. Each portrait is glorious and you want to reach out and caress those sweet bear noses, dusted with snow as they roll and play!
This is the most moving book I have read and looked upon. Natural death is important to me. Only two Polar Bears were found in natural repose. Dennis witnessed the ascension of a Mother of two. The grief of her cubs impacted me. I will honour all three of them with tender quotes from “Wapusk: White Bear Of The North”.
“Her cubs cling to her for support, grief apparent on their faces. The passing of a magnificent animal is deeply moving. The cubs interact with other Mothers and cubs. Survival depends on the lessons they learned from their Mother. If she taught them to hunt during their first winter on ice, they will survive.
Mother, may you rest in the peace of all wild things
And may your children live to bear your courage”.
I was fortunate to gaze into beautiful Polar Bear faces at the Assiniboine Zoo as a child. Debby, the worlds’ eldest, reached 41 years-old.
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