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| "Brilliant presentation, pitched at all
levels — novices and enthusiasts." |
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All of our
shows are designed for groups of 50 people or less and suitable for all
ages. A few of our shows can be done for groups of up to 75, given the
right presentation space. Call us to determine the best show for your
group.
Our shows
last about 50-60 minutes and we stay until the questions run out! We
suggest scheduling a 1½ hour time block: 10 minutes to warm-up,
50-60 minutes for the show and up to 30 minutes for questions and
discussion. Find out how to make our shows work best for your group by
looking at our show requirements.
We have
written these presentations with a Lake Louise focus, but many of them
can be adapted for the Banff area or for Yoho National Park.
Last, but
not least, we are usually developing one or two new shows each winter.
Call us to find out if more options are available.
The Big Little
Wildlife Show: Big Stories about Small Animals in the Canadian Rockies
This
show aims to prove that anything a big wildlife star can do, one of the
smaller supporting cast animals can do even better! You'll
discover that the really big stories of the Rockies are actually told
by some of the smallest creatures we have.
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Detail: When it comes to memory, anything a grizzly bear can do, a
hummingbird can do better. When it comes to hunting, anything a
wolf can do, a spider can do better. When it comes to
hibernation, anything a black bear can do, a wood frog can do
better. And when it comes to winter survival, anything a moose
can do, a shrew can do much, much better!
The Carnivore Code: Unlocking the Secrets of the Wolf, Lynx and
Wolverine
Three of the most elusive predators in our mountains do not give up
their secrets easily. Join us in cracking the “Carnivore Code!”
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Detail: Each predator is introduced by a funny character who delves
into how the lynx, wolf or wolverine hunts or scavenges for its
dinner. They also discover an intriguing number – part of the
Carnivore Code. Putting the numbers together, the presenter
explores how these three carnivores tell us what we need to do to make
the national parks an ecological success story.
The Great Divide Survival
Guide
For those who have ever wondered how wildlife survives in the harsh
world of the mountains, this show reveals all. Four amazing Lake Louise
animals strut their stuff -- some of them literally -- and the results
are comical and revealing.
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Detail: The show is a fictional book launch for a brand new guide to
Lake Louise. Each chapter features an animal unique to the high
country: the mountain goat, the marmot, the pika and the ptarmigan.
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Rocky Mountain Madness
How would you like to catch the most desirable disease in the world?
Rocky Mountain Madness usually strikes visitors within the first week
of their arrival, and then they're hooked for life. Join in the fun and
find out why the Rockies are so contagious.
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history, this show looks at past case studies of the disease. Visitors
to the Rockies have always been afflicted symptoms like Shutterbugitis
and Ascendophilia. The very worst cases simply must take up residence
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Major League
Grizzlies: A show for the bear fan in all of us
Go from being
bear fans to being bear fanatics! We’ll check out the
regular season, the playoffs and the off-season as we explore a year in the life of a grizzly
bear. The incredible bear facts are so amazing that by the end,
you’ll be buying season’s tickets and maybe even erecting a
shrine to the team in your basement.
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Detail: This show highlights grizzly bear biology from berry eating to
den digging and from hunting to hibernating. The medical miracles of
hibernation make it particularly interesting for anyone in the medical
profession.
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Wheel of Wildlife
With each spin, the Wheel of Wildlife transports you into the world of
Banff National Park's feature creatures. Whether we're discussing
animal identification or the latest wildlife research, this show is
sure to bring out the biologist in you.
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Detail: A wheel, much like the Wheel of Fortune, is the centerpiece of
the show. Round one is a "who's who" of the local wildlife, round two
focuses on wildlife issues and the final, or bonus, round is a life and
death game of survival roulette.
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The Top 10 Things You
Always Wanted to Know about Lake Louise... but were afraid to ask!
This "wide-angle" perspective on Lake Louise is
based on David Letterman's famous top ten lists. Join us in exploring
the most burning visitor questions like "Who was Louise?" and "How do
you keep a grizzly from charging?"
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Detail: The show begins with the top ten list of questions and then we
elaborate on each one.
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The questions provoke thought
and build on each other until the audience comes away with a
full-colour, wide-angle picture of why Lake Louise is more than just a
pretty face.
Topics include the Great Divide (is there a bridge across it?!), lake
colour, wildlife, history, and the biggest, deepest, or just plain most
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Solving the Puzzle of
the Wolf
Villain or angel? Predator or victim? Wolves are misunderstood and
mysterious, but this trip into the history and biology of one of
Banff's most elusive creatures will fill you in on the missing pieces
of the wolf puzzle.
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Detail: You'll find out how closely related your dog is to wolves and
be coached as a team of wolves getting ready for the Moose Cup. We fill
in pieces of a wolf puzzle as we explore a number of topics, including
wolf persecution, the role of wolves as keystone predators in the
ecosystem and the current situation for wolves in Banff National Park.
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Birds of the Rockies
Life in the high country is tough, but our birds are up to the
challenge! Whether they are long distance migrants or year round
residents, special features help each one to survive. Discover the
amazing adaptations and lifestyles of our alpine birds.
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Detail: With a jumbo sized checklist of alpine birds on hand, the
audience goes on a virtual birdwatching trip, ticking off four
incredible birds along the way: the rufous hummingbird, golden eagle,
Clark's nutcracker & American dipper. We've been very impressed
with the audience response to this show - people are excited to find
out that something they see every day is so interesting.
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Romance in the Rockies
Why settle for an ordinary romantic setting when you've got these
fabulous mountains?! The nature and history of the Canadian Rockies
provide the best ingredients in the world for romance. We unveil the
recipe in the Ultimate Rocky Mountain date Kit!
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Detail: As each kit item is introduced (flowers, music, perfume and
entertainment), you learn information about each, plus you get insider
tips on how to "Impress Your Date." Topics include: common wildflowers
and where to see them, flower pollination, the music of yodelling
cowboy Wilf Carter, the clean and invigorating scents of trees, animal
pheromones and mating behaviours, plus the inside scoop on Hollywood in
the Rockies. You will fall in love with this show!
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The NJ Academy Awards:
a show featuring research about the nature
of the Canadian Rockies
Join us for an awards show! We are honouring the research that has
transformed our understanding of nature and our national parks -
research that has really blown our minds. Three fabulous projects will
receive the coveted "NJ" award statue and the audience will be asked to
vote on three People's Choice Awards.
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Detail: As each award is presented (mycorrhizal fungi, wildfire
ignition sources and restoring wildlife corridors), you learn about
each research project in a fun and entertaining way. Costumes, pictures
and props illustrate concepts. The audience votes for three People's
Choice Awards featuring research bloopers, the best appearance by an
animal and the best use of a household object.
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Grizzly Groceries: A
Gourmet Tour
 For every novel food source used by
the grizzly bears of North America there is a fascinating story to be
told about grizzly biology and conservation. We'll visit four important
grizzly grocery stores, including the Salmon Superstore, Rocky's
Mountain Berry Stand and the I.G.G.A!
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America - the Arctic, the west coast, the Rockies - there is a key food
that fuels their survival. We introduce the audience to these foods,
including salmon, berries and even seals, and for each one tell the
behind the scenes story. For instance, grizzly bears move nitrogen from
salmon into old growth forests and need forest fires to create good
berry crops.
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The Wonder of Water
Celebrate the United Nations International Year of Freshwater by
meeting four incredible  creatures that make
water their home. These critters overcome the challenges of living in a
watery environment with ease and grace. And each one has a story to
tell about the connection between water and land, between themselves
and us.
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Detail: We explore the lives of aquatic insects by creating the
ultimate underwater "Superbug." Then we take a dive to find out what a
water shrew is and to meet "Harlie, the harlequin duck." Finally, we go
skating at Bow Lake to find out what lake trout have to teach us about
the quality of the water we depend on. Each section begins with a
personal story about discovering the wonder of water.
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The Seven Habits of
Highly Effective Ungulates: A Show About Hoofed Animals
What if the craze for business management books were to spread to the
animal world? Find out in this funny and insightful show that
highlights why elk, moose, bighorn sheep, mountain goats and our other
hoofed critters are so successful in the Canadian Rockies.
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Detail: Amongst the survival secrets to be revealed: martial arts
skills, unbeatable stomachs, and an ability to use almost every habitat
in the park.
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