Ten years ago, a young ornithologist and novice nature guide named Justin Peter sat in a lecture hall at the University of Guelph in Ontario.
He was attending a presentation by Harvey Locke, one of Y2Y’s co-founders. Harvey’s message of wilderness conservation and wildlife connectivity resonated with Justin — so much so, he was moved to donate to Y2Y.
Fast forward to today, Justin is now the Director of Programs and senior naturalist for Quest Nature Tours, a leading tour company that operates small-group tours in natural history, culture and the arts on all seven continents.
Every December, the team at Quest Nature Tours chooses a charity to support with a holiday donation… and last year, Y2Y was selected! Harvey’s presentation must have left a lasting impression on Justin, the resident “bird nerd.”
Kidding aside, Quest Nature Tours helps guests enjoy a front row seat to view spectacular landscapes and wildlife during their luxury tours to B.C.’s North Coast, the Yukon and Southeast Alaska (among many other global destinations). The guides and their guests have a deep love and appreciation for wilderness, wildlife and nature.
It’s a love and appreciation shared by all Y2Y donors.
Every time we receive a gift of any size from a donor like you, we know it’s coming from someone who cares deeply about nature and wildlife — from larger animals like grizzly bears, caribou, or wolverines, down to the smallest songbirds, salamanders, and lady’s slipper orchids.
Just as many drainages feed a larger watershed, so do many donors create this conservation movement. Your collective generosity adds up to something far greater than any single gift.
Thank you for the many ways you show your love of wildlife (and unleash your nature nerd) with Y2Y!
More ways to safeguard this ecological gem:
- Give a gift of securities
- Start a monthly donation
- Encourage your employer to donate or match your giving
- Give a tribute gift in honor of someone you love
- Consider leaving a gift of nature in your will
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