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Canada: Spirit Bear

A modern-day Indiana Jones, host Richard Wiese takes viewers around the world in search of adventure, wildlife, and cultures untouched by modern civilization. Whether traveling to India to spend a day in the life of elephants, or exploring the wilds of Canada, Richard seeks the answers to questions that have been asked throughout history.

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Canada: Spirit Bear

Season 2 Episode 207 | 26m 46s | CC

Born to Explore journeys to Canada in search of the legendary grizzly bear. Richard Wiese travels to British Columbia, a region filled with mountains, hidden lakes, and a past rich in the spirit of adventure and exploration. Explore the remote islands of Haida Gwaii, where Richard discovers the mystery of one of Canada’s most sacred sites.

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