Lead Guide and founder. A combination of explorer, academic and artist.
Jason graduated with distinction at the 2018 graduating class at Harvard University, and is also an award-winning graduate of the Western Academy of Photography with over two decades of commercial photography experience.
He may have logged more time observing bears and their natural habitat throughout Whistler's Callaghan Valley than most, and the company's exclusive agreement with the Whistler Olympic Park provides unique access. @bohopro
Sherry Hilliard is a Whistler-based tourism entrepreneur, community leader, and founder of Whistler Photo Safaris. She has been leading bear safaris for several years and has an intimate knowledge of the local habitat. She holds a Bachelor of Commerce in Entrepreneurial Management and brings an extensive background in film and television, along with a passion for business start-ups, to her work.
A trustee of Whistler Waldorf School, vice-president of the Whistler Waldorf Land Society, and co-chair of the Campus Build Committee, Sherry helps guide the school’s K–12 campus project. She thrives on the pace of bear safaris—and tries to hibernate when the bears do. @sherry_hilliard
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JOEL LYCKLAMA
Joel is a professional hiking and back country guide with decades of experience leading adventurers of all ages into the wilderness who attended Mount Royal University for his BA in Eco Tourism and Outdoor Leadership. He enjoys traditional climbing, ice climbing, caving, kayaking, mountaineering, wilderness first aid and wilderness survival. Joel has a passion for his home, Whistler; when he's not on Safari Joel can be found on overnight hiking trips in the mountains or working with adults and youth through the many social programs he is involved with, including emergency social services. |
CHRIS GRANICOLO
After leaving Ontario three years ago to pursue a career in media & tourism, Chris has found his home in the Coast Mountains of British Columbia. With a passion for science, history, geography, and the outdoors, he enjoys sharing his knowledge of Whistler’s stunning natural environment. When he's not leading a tour or off on an adventure, you'll likely find Chris piloting his drone or planning his next shoot.
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LORENA GARAL
While racing mountain bikes, Lore's love for nature began to grow very quickly. With a lifestyle and sports that took her to the mountains, she had the opportunity to grow up among trees and wildlife. After winning few National titles, Lore decided to focus on her other passion: wildlife! and started an NGO called Wimok to promote and support wildlife conservation programs. This new path took her to the Mayan Riviera where she worked as a Nature Guide collaborating hand in hand with biologists and local communities in the conservation of flora and fauna of the region. Today she is in Canada guiding our tours. @LorenaGaral |
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BYRON JAMES
Byron grew up in the English countryside, where he spent his early years on a farm, developing a deep appreciation for the natural world. After a decade long career in tech with a security software company, he discovered Whistler while backpacking in 2022 and fell in love with the mountain lifestyle. He returned soon after with a work visa, eager to make this vibrant community home. |