Tracks Outdoor is located in Clearwater, British Columbia, the gateway to Wells Gray Provincial Park and is owned, operated and guided by Josette Prinsen.
Tracks Outdoor’s goal is to provide a memorable outdoor experience and share the passion for nature and wildlife in the great outdoors of Western Canada; all with an attention to safety and a sense of adventure. Customer service and the desire to exceed expectations is the focus.
Born and raised in The Netherlands, Josette studied biology in college and fell in love with Canada during a trip for her graduation project 1994. During this life changing experience, she spent 6 weeks on the Slate Islands in Lake Superior, Ontario exploring the wilderness of these remote islands. Many more trips within Canada later, she and her partner made the move to call Canada home.
Once in Canada, Josette focused on more training and experience.
Josette is enthusiastic, knowledgeable and truly excited to share her experiences with others.
As a Biology Teacher , with strong interests in the geology, nature and wildlife found in Western Canada, Josette’s familiarity of the area will add many memories to your vacation.
As an experienced hiking Guide, Tour Director and Trip Planner, Josette will ensure your vacation with Tracks Outdoor is unforgettable.
Tracks Outdoor is based in Clearwater, British Columbia, the gateway to beautiful Wells Gray Park. Just 125 kms north of Kamloops and 480 kms northeast of Vancouver, Clearwater is accessible by air: fly in via Kamloops, then drive Highway 5 north for 125 km. By car: Highway 1 (from Vancouver) and then Highway 5 north (from Hope), or by Train (Via Rail).
is the 3rd largest provincial park in British Columbia and probably the least impacted by visitors. The area encompasses over 540,000 hectares and includes the southernmost part of the Cariboo Mountain Range (peaks 2000+ metres/6000+ feet). The tag line for the area is “Waterfalls, Wilderness and Wildlife” and it is all in abundance in Wells Gray Park! The most famous waterfall in the Park is Helmcken Falls at 142 m which is taller than Niagara Falls! You will spend endless hours exploring the wonders of this park and never back track. From volcanic remnants to wilderness canoe camping and hiking; horseback riding to scenic flight tours; snowshoeing to Nordic skiing; backcountry ski touring to dogsledding...it is all here!
In the winter, the area is known for incredible, fine powder snow and moderate temperatures, which creates a fantastic winter playground. The Wells Gray Country is a definite must for winter enthusiasts!
Wells Gray country is noted for a wide variety of wildlife; including, black and grizzly bears, wolf, cougar, lynx, bobcat, wolverine, moose, deer and caribou. Have your guide show you their tracks!
