Having first hand knowledge of how these tours are run it comes of no surprise.  I warned the guides and lead people of the Wilderness Explorer to change there guiding practices.  Practices which meant "Not impeding the natural movements of brown bears".   I witnessed numerous times when they would escort large groups, 20-35 people into pristine wilderness and not control their guests.  At times they would block the movements of bears traveling the banks in search of migrating salmon.  Allowed their clients with tens of thousands of dollars of camera equipment to do as they please. Parents that would allow their children to play as though it was Disneyland. Scatter beaches with equipment kayaks, paddle boards, life jackets etc.   As for the guides they should have heeded my warnings of change or found employment elsewhere.  I carried lead heat in a 12 guage but lead by example always reminding my clients we change our behavior not there's.

Chris Casey
Bear Creek Outfitters