Rolf Hicker Photography

Name: Rolf Hicker Photography
Address: 1003 Ocean Place, Port McNeill, BC, V0N2R0, CA
Telephone: +12509562449

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Rolf Hicker Photography

I'm a 35+ year full time pro travel, nature and wildlife photographer, published in ads, magazines, books, calendars etc. around the globe. Happy photographing

I'm very passionate about photography and I hope I can brighten up your day with my pictures. I have been traveling around the globe for 35+ years as a pro travel, nature and wildlife photographer. At this stage I pull back from traveling to have time to raise my kids. I'm still in photography and offer photography workshops and photo tours in combination with my "The Artists Point B&B" around Northern Vancouver Island. http://www.vancouverislandtours.info

10/08/2024

🌊🐾 Wow, can’t believe it!

Tomorrow marks my last tour of the 2024 season, and I’m heading back to the Broughton Archipelago and Knight Inlet one last time!
The Traditional Territory of the Kwakwaka'wakw People and the Da’Naxda’xw Awaetlala First Nation in British Columbia, Canada⁠🥰

As we approach autumn, the weather can be unpredictable, but it looks like we’re in for a treat: the rain is set to clear, and the winds should calm down.

The boat is all set—packed, fueled, and checked for oil. We got fresh drinking water from our own well and are ready to go on the Ambient Light.

Next up: prepping fresh food for lunch and getting the coffee and tea cups ready for an early morning start.

We will be in the truck early tomorrow and drive straight down to Alder Bay RV Park & Marina to launch the boat.

And then it’s all up to the nature and wildlife gods. l
Luckily, I usually have a good relationship with them! 🌲✨

07/26/2024

Ahhh, it's pretty amazing to be one of the 7 best places in the world to see wild dolphins.
Plus, 𝐫𝐞𝐩𝐮𝐭𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞 𝐨𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐬 𝐩𝐮𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐰𝐞𝐥𝐟𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐦𝐚𝐥𝐬 𝐟𝐢𝐫𝐬𝐭.

Plus, reputable operators that put the welfare of the animal first

07/23/2024

Knight Inlet in British Columbia is one of the most beautiful places I've ever experienced. Feeling blessed to spend most of my summer days here! 🌲✨

Here's a stunning drone panorama of Glacier Bay in late spring, a place I don't get to visit often, but it blows me away every time. 📸💚

Knight Inlet is within the traditional territory of the Da’Naxda’xw Awaetlala First Nation in British Columbia, Canada.

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07/18/2024

🌟🎉 We are thrilled to announce that we have been awarded the Tripadvisor Travellers' Choice Awards 2024! 🎉🌟⁠
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This incredible recognition is a testament to our unwavering commitment to ethical wildlife watching and creating unforgettable experiences for our guests. 🌍🦁🐢⁠
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Thank you to all our amazing guests who have shared their memorable journeys with us and left such wonderful reviews. Your love for wildlife and our planet fuels our passion every day. 💚🙏⁠
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Join us in celebrating this achievement and continue to support sustainable tourism. Together, we can make a difference! 🌱✨⁠
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04/10/2024

🌱🎉 We're thrilled to announce a milestone achievement for our company! 🎉🌱

We are proud to be the second and smallest business on Northern Vancouver Island to be certified as a Biosphere Sustainable Tourism Destination! 🌍♻️

This prestigious certification recognizes our commitment to sustainability and environmental stewardship.

As a small company, this accomplishment means even more to us. It reflects our dedication to making a positive impact on the planet while providing exceptional experiences for our guests.

From implementing eco-friendly practices in our operations to supporting local conservation efforts, every step we take is guided by our commitment to preserving the beauty of our region for future generations.

Thank you to everyone who has supported us on this journey.
Together, we are proving that sustainability is not just a goal but a way of life.

Let's continue to work together to protect our planet and create a brighter, greener future for all. 💚🌿

03/27/2024

I'm very proud and happy to have my images (actually two) used in this article. Yet I'm also very disappointed about the photo credit given to two photo agencies instead of the photographer.

That also means that two agencies made money on the image while I have not even received a notification for the sale, which probably turns out to be another 5$ sale after the agencies have shared all their shares.

And we wonder what is wrong with this world? 😢🤣

More importantly, the image was photographed right here in front of 'Yalis, aka Alert Bay, in the Traditional Territory of the Namgis First Nation, off Vancouver Island North , British Columbia, Canada.

The iconic marine mammals may not belong to one species but several. Surprise!

03/23/2024

Herring is still going strong today in front of our house in Hyde Creek, the Traditional Territories of the Namgis First Nations.

These photos are from yesterday.

03/22/2024

𝑵𝒐𝒓𝒕𝒉𝒆𝒓𝒏 𝑳𝒊𝒈𝒉𝒕𝒔 𝒐𝒇 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝑺𝒆𝒂

It is such a fantastic experience to see the herring spawn right in front of the house.

Last year was the first year it was recorded in our area ever, and it is even better to get confirmed again this year.

It took a couple of days to get to Hyde Creek from Port McNeill and further down the Strait.

Watching the milt change the water's colour is magic.

It provides plenty of food for many different animals in the region, from birds to sea lions to our humpback whales.

Such exciting days!

12/24/2023

Wishing you all a peaceful, happy Merry Christmas and only the very best for the New Year!

Thank you for following and for supporting my family!

11/06/2023

08/01/2023

Beautiful grizzly bear foraging for food along the low tide line in Knight Inlet, Traditional Territories of the Kwakwa̱ka̱ʼwakw People, British Columbia, Canada.

📸 Rolf Hicker Photography

07/31/2023

Sunset with beautiful clouds above a jagged rocky island offshore from the town of L'Anse Aux Meadows, Northern Peninsula, Newfoundland Labrador, Canada.

📸 Rolf Hicker Photography

07/30/2023

The sun settles on top of the forest clad banks of George Lake, a popular hiking spot in Killarney Provincial Park, Ontario, Canada.

📸 Rolf Hicker Photography

07/29/2023

07/28/2023

Sunset in the Catlins Forest at the Petrified Forest at Porpoise Bay and Curio Bay, Southland, South Island, New Zealand.

📸 Rolf Hicker Photography

07/27/2023

Grizzly bear cub walking along a small island in Knight Inlet, Traditional Territories of the Kwakwa̱ka̱ʼwakw People, British Columbia, Canada.

📸 Rolf Hicker Photography

07/25/2023

Humpback whales and icebergs off the north-western coast of Newfoundland, Canada.

📸 Rolf Hicker Photography

07/24/2023

Sunset at the Pancake Rocks at Punakaiki, Tasman Sea, West Coast, Paparoa National Park, South Island, New Zealand.

📸 Rolf Hicker Photography

07/23/2023

There is nothing more relaxing than gentle cascading water, always in motion and fresh. Rainbow Falls is a waterfall situated in Monashee Provincial Park in British Columbia, Canada and is well worth the drive and walk to see.

Rocks at the base of Rainbow Falls in Monashee Provincial Park, Okanagan, British Columbia, Canada.

📸 Rolf Hicker Photography

07/22/2023

A lone humpback whale plies the Pacific Ocean waters off Northern Vancouver Island while surrounded by the beautiful scenery of the area.

The coastal waters of Northern Vancouver Island are steeped in natural beauty and when you add wildlife such as orca whales, humpback whales, sea lions, dolphins and much more to the scenery mix you have one spectacular destination.

The spout of a humpback whale reflects the late afternoon sunlight with beautiful mountain scenery of Vancouver Island in the background. Traditional Territories of the Kwakwa̱ka̱ʼwakw People, British Columbia, Canada.

📸 Rolf Hicker Photography

07/21/2023

Pacific white-sided dolphin (Lagenorhynchus obliquidens) racing underneath the surface along the Great Bear Rainforest coastline, Traditional Territories of the Kwakwa̱ka̱ʼwakw People, British Columbia, Canada.

📸 Rolf Hicker Photography

07/18/2023

Always nice to see my photos chosen by National Geographic for such an important article.

How to plan a responsible whale-watching tour.

A multi-billion-pound industry, whale-watching tourism can be little-regulated around the world. So how do you choose a responsible operator?

07/17/2023

Toetoe plants along the Kaikoura Beach, Kaikoura, East Coast, South Island, New Zealand.

📸 Rolf Hicker Photography

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1003 Ocean Place
Port McNeill, BC
V0N2R0

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+12509562449

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http://www.rolfhickerphotography.com/

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I don’t think a single picture can show the feelings and emotions when we have an opportunity to watch a grizzly bear mom with her cubs. But as a trained bear-watching guide I'm also very aware of my responsibilities, especially in those unique moments. Moms with cubs usually are fairly nervous as there are many threats around them at all times, especially in the first year. Whenever I find a mom with cubs I instantly slow down and come to a standstill asap to judge the situation as they are easily disturbed. After watching them from a distance I get a good feeling if they are stressed or not and that will bring me to my decision in f we can get closer to them or not. Fortunately I normally have guests which are full behind me in regards that we do not want to disturb the bears and sometimes have to accept that we might be only able to watch them from a distance. But often we are also lucky and the grizzly bears are totally fine with us as it was on this tour. It might helped that we only watched them from a distance for some days, maybe thats why they trusted us and were relaxed around us most of the time during the rest of our season. Wildlife always comes first and most of the time they honour our respect with beautiful moments like this one.

A look back to 2018 British Columbia Moments - Bear Tours with Vancouver Island Photo Tours Impressions from a few amazing, late spring/early summer bear watching tours around the Broughton Archipelago and the Great Bear Rainforest, Traditional Territories of the Kwakwa̱ka̱ʼwakw People, British Columbia, Canada. Do not expect to see this on every tour but it is something you can see here in beautiful British Columbia! © Rolf Hicker Photography and Vancouver Island Photo Tours http://vancouverislandtours.info

And one of my favourite clips for #WorldOceanDay2023 A pod of resident orca whales (killer whales) travelling with a small pod of Pacific white-sided dolphins off northern Vancouver Island. ~Rolf First Nations Territory, Traditional Territories of the Kwakwaka'wakw People, British Columbia, Canada. 📸 Rolf Hicker Photography

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