Who We Are
We have always simply been a team of outdoor enthusiasts with a common passion for exploring the Earth’s magnificent natural treasures, and working to ensure these places and parks will always exist for future generations to enjoy. Our mission is based on the conviction that through bringing groups to share in inspiring, rejuvenating experiences at the heart of nature, together we can help cultivate a deeper appreciation for our precious planet.
Jeremy Delost and Anina Imhof founded Black Bear Explorers in February 2006.
Our Trips
We aim to keep the spirit of adventure alive in everything we do!
Our Experience:
The Na Pali coast on the island of Kauai, Hawaii
The Big Island of Hawaii
The Gila Wilderness, New Mexico
The sacred canyons of northern Arizona
Grand Canyon National Park
The Copper Canyons region of Mexico
The wilderness of Southeast Alaska
Big Bend National Park, Texas
Guadalupe Mountains National Park, Texas
Costa Rica, especially the Osa Peninsula
The Berner Oberland region of the Swiss Alps
California’s Sierra Mountains
Colorado’s Rocky Mountains, including
White River National Forest and
The Weminuche Wilderness
Our Favorite Activities:
Backpacking
Hiking
Photography
Mountaineering
Snorkeling
Skiing
Cross Country Skiing
Snowboarding
Snowshoeing
Paragliding
Canyoneering
Rock Climbing
Kayaking
Canoeing
Camping
Cycling
Rafting
Archaeology
Surfing
Yoga
Exploring!
Our Groups
Most Black Bear Explorers trips are limited to 6 – 12 people. We like to keep our groups small because it seems to foster the sort of team atmosphere that allows trust, encourages true exploration, and tends to form life-long friendships. Smaller groups are able to travel lightly, leaving less of a footprint on the wild and pristine environments we visit.
Once you have adventured with us, you’re Black Bear Family. And it really does feel like a family. We want to keep in touch, hear about your newest adventures… and you will want to see what we’re up to!
More than 50% of our trip participants are Black Bear Family members! We are proud to have so many members joining us again and again each year. What keeps them coming back is the unique nature of our trips, the contagious passion of the guides, and the opportunity to explore the world’s most remote and precious hidden gems!
We’re Members of:
The Sierra Club is America's oldest, largest, and most influential grassroots environmental organization. Inspired by nature, we are 1.3 million of your friends and neighbors working together to protect our communities and the planet.
Annually, REI dedicates a portion of its operating profits to help protect and restore the environment, increase access to outdoor activities, and encourage involvement in responsible outdoor recreation.
