Who We Are Now

In the 1980s, the Inuit of Kingaok (Bathurst Inlet) bought into the Lodge. Currently, the ownership is split 50:50 between the Warner family and the Kapolak family, under their business arm, Kingaunmiut Ltd. Four generations of Inuit have been involved with the Lodge. Boyd Warner, son of Glenn and Trish, now manages the Lodge, joined by Sam and Allen Kapolak and biologist Page Burt, the staff naturalist.

Members of the Warner family and the extended Kapolak family are involved in all the lodge operations, from boat captains and guides to chef, housekeeping staff, and camp managers.

Bathurst is unique - our guests have the opportunity to get to know their Inuit hosts on a personal basis. Friendships form and people often keep in touch for years. About 20% of our guests return for a second, third, fourth (or more!) visits.

“I’ve traveled the Arctic on skis, crampons, snowshoes, by qamutik and raft, but never have I had a chance to learn as much or interact in a meaningful way with the people who call this harsh, beautiful land home. Thank you, Sam, Jason and all of the Inuit, and especially Page. ”

— Jo Ann Creore, Edmonton, AB
“My fifteenth visit, and each one better than the last; wonderful people, wonderful scenery, and always something new! ”

— Cynthia Chalk, Philipsburg, QC
“There is no way I could have ever imagined the spectacular experience I have had the past week. Thanks to Page, the Warners and the Kapolaks for making this possible. Such peace and beauty I have never before enjoyed. ”

— Jim & Helen Blakelock, Ajax, ON
“There are a million travel packages out there, but none we have ever seen gave us the feeling that we would be appreciably integrated into the community or place being visited. This community feeling is a priceless characteristic of Bathurst.”

— Mike & Pat Boring, New Mexico
“There is probably nowhere on this earth with quite the same access to such a rare environment. How privileged I was to be part of this for a brief moment in my life.”

— Stephen Burnett, Kingston, ON
“The Arctic scenery is awesome, the animals that we saw were amazing; the lodge itself is cozy, but what really makes the place special is the people.”

— Isabelle Ford, Sarnia, ON
“Dedicated personal service, superb food and a great interpretive service in a wilderness area. All you have to do is keep breathing and enjoy the wildlife. ”

— Dr. Terry Bassett, Lethbridge, AB
“When life is too hectic and demanding, I shall stop and remember with respect and gratitude that I have been so privileged to visit here. Thank you to everyone. ”

— Hazel & Roger Sumner, Wiltshire, UK
“I came to be refreshed, to experience unspoiled land and find spiritual sustenance. I leave with renewed faith in people . . . and a restored optimism in all things. A truly wonderful, memorable week. ”

— Norman Metzger, Indianapolis, IN
“Some days, everywhere you looked was a photograph waiting to be captured: redpolls, white crowned sparrows, and yellow warblers, all the way up to ptarmigan and of course, the caribou! What a thrill this has been! We're so glad that you shared it with us. ”

— Ted & Kathy Krug, Kobel, ON