Some places on earth are so glorious that they can only be described as a treasure chest of natural wonders. The Great Bear Rainforest is one such bounty-filled spot where earth lovers can fill their minds, senses and spirits with nature.
By Pamela Grant

Walking a trail in the Great Bear Rainforest in British Columbia, you stop to soak in the sheer beauty of the landscape. While standing on shore, enjoying the splendor of pristine nature, you spot something extraordinary coming out of the dark green forest – a white bear – the Spirit Bear. It is an unforgettable moment that trumps many other natural sites around the world.

The Great Bear Rainforest is filled with such stunning biological and ecological treasures that even the most seasoned global eco-traveler is sure to experience a sense of awe. In this protected area, there are old-growth forest, giant salmon, soaring bald eagles, beautiful streams, glacier-fed fjords and barely visited backcou...