My most memorable memory from my time in the Canadian High Arctic was the year the arctic wolf pups were hanging out near the end of the airstrip. Folks at the Eureka station would often go see if they were around and visit them when possible. One evening I went out on my own.
As I approached I thought the pups may have been gone since I didn't see them out and about. But then I noticed the sleeping babysitter wolf off in the distance.
And sure enough, the pups were there. Just laying around on the tundra.
I approached slowly. The pups popped up as I got closer. The babysitters head also popped up and she looked me over. After a short time she laid her head back down. It felt like I was given permission to hang around for a while.
Slowly the pups got up and started to play right in front of me.
Of the four arctic wolf pups there was one that lead the pack.
The arctic wolf pups seemed very comfortable with my presence. It was such a joy to be right there with them.
The wolf pups kept playing with each other and getting curious with their surroundings. Eventually they started to walk off towards the babysitter wolf, who was still just laying down keeping an eye on what was happening.
At some point I decided to put my camera away and just enjoy the moment. Thinking about the experience can still take me back to how calm and peaceful it was. It's a cherished memory :)
The full series of photos is here: paulloewensk.ca/arctic-wolf-pu…
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The siblings again :)
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