Churchill Polar Bear Expedition

October 23–26, 2010

Join us as we depart from Madison and fly via all-business-class private jet directly to Churchill, Manitoba, not accessible by road or direct commercial flights. After arriving we settle for three nights at a comfortable bed & breakfast where we will transfer via tundra buggies to explore the migration of the polar bears.

The northern seaport of Churchill, in the Canadian province of Manitoba, occupies a spit of land that provides the fastest access onto the ice. The polar bears are in no mood for detours once the waters of Hudson Bay begin to freeze. Biologists say sixty percent of the polar bear population can be found in this region of Canada. Due to environmental changes the population is at great risk of serious decline. The time is right now to experience this once-in-a-lifetime adventure, while enjoying the benefits of our exclusive private jet and the comfort of business class.

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"We had a wonderful time and met many wonderful new people. This was our first alumni tour but it definitely will not be our last!"
— Jim and Lynnette Schluter, WAA travelers, 2008

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— Warren Haug, WAA traveler, 2007

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Warm regards,

Sheri Hicks
Travel Director
Wisconsin Alumni Association

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