#RG Regram NatGeo: Photograph by paulnicklen for natgeo // What is your spirit animal? I have many, but this encounter with the elusive, rare, and shy Kermode Bear (or Spirit Bear) was one of the most beautiful and powerful experiences I have ever had in nature. After weeks and months of searching, I came upon this bear fishing in a stream. Instead of being scared and running away, this bear was completely relaxed and allowed me to step into his world and capture intimate moments that help connect people to a fragile and magnificent landscape that needs protection. That is how I knew he was one of my spirit animals. With jedweingarten and cristinamittermeier #nature #bear #spiritbear #kermodebear #wildlife natgeocreative thephotosociety #beauty #keepexploring #letsexplore #love #follow #instagood #photooftheday #picoftheday #instagramhub