We’re Excited to Share: A New Course for Professional Guides

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Knight Inlet Lodge

Field Notes & Logbooks Training:
Professional Journaling for Bear Viewing Guides

We’re pleased to support the launch of a new resource for guides: Field Notes & Logbooks, a self-paced course created by Daryl Dancer, Commercial Bear Viewing Association Level #3 Bear Viewing Guide, Naturalist and Instructor.

A wildlife encounter is more than a moment—it’s a responsibility.

Whether you’re guiding guests through grizzly country or observing wildlife in sensitive habitats, the way you record and recall field experiences matters.

Field Notes & Logbooks is a self-paced, practical training for commercial bear viewing guides, naturalists, and wilderness educators who want to:

  • Build a professional note-taking habit
  • Create clear, consistent logbooks that meet industry standards
  • Deepen personal observation skills for safer, more ethical guiding
  • Leave a trace of knowledge—not disturbance—in every ecosystem you enter

You’ll learn how to document behaviour, weather, sightings, and situational awareness—while also capturing the quiet nuances that make each moment unforgettable.

This is more than journaling. It’s your record of care, competence, and connection to place.

Enroll now and receive instant access: Ideal for guides-in-training and seasoned pros who want to up-level their practice.

For inquires please contact Daryl Dancer – daryladancer@gmail.com


The CBVA is proud to support this valuable resource and encourage guides and organizations to explore how it may compliment your field practices and assist you in obtaining higher guiding certification!

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