08/29/2026
Late August marks the beginning of the salmon run in British Columbia, as salmon make their remarkable journey back from the Pacific Ocean to the rivers where they were born.
At Orford Bay, this return brings the landscape to life. As salmon gather in the rivers, grizzly bears come down to the water to feed, following a natural cycle that has shaped this ecosystem for generations.
Witnessing this moment from the riverbanks is a powerful reminder of how deeply connected the ocean, rivers, forests and wildlife are throughout Bute Inlet.
A very special day made possible by Homalco Wildlife & Cultural Tours a Homalco First Nation-owned company, sharing the lands, waters and wildlife of their traditional territory through the knowledge and perspective of the Homalco people.
We are deeply grateful to their team for making this incredible experience at Orford Bay possible.
Fawn Bluff is located on the unceded territory of χʷɛmaɬkʷu (Homalco).