Yukon 8-Day Exploration.

July 25 - August 2, 2024

Yukon Explorations are based at the Kluane Lake Research Station, Yukon. Throughout the program we will travel through the traditional territories of the Kluane First Nation, the Champagne and Aishihik First Nations and the White River First Nation.

Youth ages 17-30 can get a Howl Experience at the Kluane Lake Research Station (KLRS). This is a world class research and teaching facility located on the east side of Kluane Lake, Yukon. KLRS is operated by the Arctic Institute of North America with the University of Calgary.

Our Howl Educators will guide you through this Yukon experience with a few outcomes in mind: to encourage an interest in Arctic science, Indigenous knowledge/education, to reconnect with the natural world and to create opportunities to allow you to hear your own voice (howl) and through this, understand your place in the world. This is truly a unique setting in which to get inspired and gain experience.

Program cost:
$500-$1500

Price includes:

  • Flight from Calgary to Whitehorse (price does not include flight or transportation to Calgary)

  • All meals, accommodation, ground transportation

  • Activities (listed below)

  • Access to research station experts and educators

  • Honoraria for Indigenous Knowledge Keepers and Elder

This program offers guidance, education, coaching and support 24 hours/day for the duration of the program.

Upon acceptance into the program, a $250 deposit is required to secure your spot.

“The time I spent in the Yukon can only be described as life-changing. Howl presented me with a chance to reconnect with the natural world. They created a safe and welcoming environment that encouraged us to learn, share, and reflect. I’m excited to explore my newfound interests and honestly, I’m thrilled to continue learning. The Yukon exploration program gave me a place to be vulnerable and I haven't felt this comfortable in my own skin before.”

Kade, Yukon Exploration (2022)

Program highlights.

    • Various ongoing scientific studies (hare, lynx, squirrel, glacier, climate and conservation)

    • Drone surveys, wildlife cameras, telemetry, trapping, scat ID

    • Hiking to Kathleen Lake, Sheep Mountain and more

    • Parks Canada overview

    • Stargazing Workshop

    • Rafting trip

    • Glacier helicopter tour option (extra participant cost)

    • Cultural history

    • Trapline exploration

    • Storytelling

    • Culture Camp & Medicine Bag workshop

    • Natural Resources

    • Tourism

    • Education

    • Kluane Museum

    • Volunteer at food bank

    • Food security exploration

    • Yukon Wildlife Preserve

    • Takini Hot Springs

    • Glassblowing workshop

Program details.

Participants meet in Calgary, AB and fly to Whitehorse, YT together.

Program mainly takes place at the Kluane Lake Research Station (owned and operated by the Arctic Institute of North America and the University of Calgary).

For more information on the station itself, please visit the following websites: