Spring Migration Expeditions 2026 – Salish Sea to the Great Bear Rainforest Each year, our vessels – the schooner Passing Cloud, and our new expedition
Gwaii Haanas Through Your Lens – A Journey of Photographic Art and Visual Story Telling Situated on the southern portion of the Haida Gwaii Archipelago,
In the traditional territory of the Heiltsuk and Kitasoo-Xai’xais First Nations, the rhythms of tide, salmon, and season shape both land and life. This is
A 300-nautical-mile journey from Port McNeill to Brentwood Bay, British Columbia What makes our Inside Passage & Salish Sea Fall Migration expedition so unique is
We’re excited to share a major milestone in the Outer Shores Expeditions journey: the addition of our new vessel, the 70-foot (21-metre) ketch, Ocean Wayfinder.
Killer whale behaviour and acoustics specialist Dr. Volker Deecke joined us at for an exciting webinar session exploring the fascinating world of killer whales. Learn
As we wrap up our 2024 expedition season and approach the end of another year, I wanted to take this opportunity to share some behind-the-scenes
Go on a virtual adventure with Outer Shores Expeditions’ owner, founder, and captain Russell Markel as he guides you through the wonders of Gwaii Haanas
In this webinar, Outer Shores Expeditions’ owner, founder, and captain Russell Markel takes you on a virtual journey through this breathtaking region. Enjoy stunning photos,
This spring, the Small Ship Tour Operators Association (SSTOA), Wilderness Tourism Association of British Columbia (WTA), and Oregon State University (OSU), were awarded funding from
Discover the majesty of Canada’s Great Bear Rainforest, where each voyage is a distinctive exploration of one of the world’s most pristine wildernesses. Here are
As many of you know, Outer Shores Expeditions has always been committed to protecting the incredible marine environments we explore. Today, I’m thrilled to announce
Welcome to the magnificent realm of Northern Vancouver Island, where nature’s wonders unfold in a mesmerizing symphony of life and beauty. Picture yourself aboard Passing
She has been called Brian Walker’s “masterpiece,” and with good reason. Decades after legendary ship architect William James Roué—most famous for designing the iconic Bluenose,
I recently lived a personal dream come true – spending nearly two weeks with my family, including our seven-year-old son and my niece and nephew,
If you’ve spent any time out on the BC coast recently you may have noticed something exciting that’s happening – the return of sea otters
