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In this episode we talk about Gandll K’in Gwaay.yaay through the storytelling lens of Haida Watchman Dalen Moody, and Norm imagines himself soaking in the sacred pools from his living room chair. Travel through story with us at https://farandawayadventures.com. See more at Far and Away Adventures.com.

Dalen shares quiet moments, healing waters, and the humble work of keeping the island clean and protected—everything from scrubbing geothermal pools to preserving habitat for native bats. Norm reflects on how even hearing about this place changes his pace of mind.

From cultural stewardship to environmental balance, the episode explores how slowing down—even just by listening—can reconnect us with something essential.

For those who can’t visit just yet, this armchair journey will bring you closer to the heart of Haida Gwaii. And when you’re ready to go in person, visit https://farandawayadventures.com.

More information on Haida cultural sites: Haida cultural sites – Gwaii Haanas National Park Reserve, National Marine Conservation Area Reserve, and Haida Heritage Site

In this episode we hear Norm reflect on how just listening to stories from Gwaii Haanas brought up emotion and introspection. Learn more about visiting in person at https://farandawayadventures.com. More stories at Far and Away Adventures.com.

Norm shares how a podcast episode turned into a personal reckoning about how we travel, why we travel, and how places like this can change us—even through a screen.

This one’s for those at home with a craving for something more. Begin dreaming at https://farandawayadventures.com.

More information on Haida cultural sites: ⁠Haida cultural sites – Gwaii HaanasNational Park Reserve, National Marine Conservation Area Reserve, and HaidaHeritage Site

In this episode we talk about the South Pacific’s tourism transformation—without ever leaving your chair. Host Normand Schafer takes you through a virtual tour of what Far Sight Innovations Consultancy is building behind the scenes: apps that bring Fijian music and folklore to life, websites connecting you to village artisans, and systems that let you plan cultural excursions from your living room. Armchair travelers, rejoice—this one’s for you.

In this episode we talk about Gwaii Haanas as told by guide Erich Kelch and interpreted by Norm, who takes us on an armchair journey through mossy forests, village remains, and open sea. Experience it for yourself at https://farandawayadventures.com. Dream deeper at Far and Away Adventures.com.

Norm reflects on what makes Gwaii Haanas such an extraordinary place—how it’s not just about what you see, but how it makes you feel. With Erich’s help, we’re transported into a space of reverence and wonder.

This one’s for those at home with a craving for something more. Begin dreaming at https://farandawayadventures.com.

More information on Haida cultural sites: ⁠Haida cultural sites – Gwaii HaanasNational Park Reserve, National Marine Conservation Area Reserve, and HaidaHeritage Site

In this episode we talk about how a remote ancient village on Haida Gwaii can come alive through storytelling—no travel required. Haida Watchman Douglas Moody joins Norm for a moving conversation about T’aanuu Llnagaay. Experience the magic for yourself at https://farandawayadventures.com. Start planning with Far and Away Adventures.com.

Douglas paints a picture of this hauntingly beautiful site, where moss-laced beams still whisper the stories of generations past. Norm asks what it’s like to guard and guide visitors through a place so sacred—and so silent. The result is a profound dialogue on memory, respect, and the responsibility of keeping culture alive.

Whether you're dreaming from home or preparing for the real journey, this episode proves you can feel connected to a place through story alone. To turn inspiration into itinerary, visit https://farandawayadventures.com.

More information on Haida cultural sites: ⁠Haida cultural sites – Gwaii HaanasNational Park Reserve, National Marine Conservation Area Reserve, and HaidaHeritage Site

In this episode we talk about what it feels like to travel through story, connection, and cultural truth — even from your chair. Normand Schafer paints a vivid portrait of his time with the Duvata Collective, from village encounters to forest treks, oral traditions to meals made with ancestral love. This is an audio journey into the Fiji most travelers miss — and one you won’t forget.

In this episode we talk about the intersection between travel and responsibility, guided by Shelly Sansom, founder of Ocean Edge Expeditions in Haida Gwaii. Shelly tells Norm how she transformed office life into building voyages rooted in respect: feasts with elders, access to master carvers, forest walks, and paddleboarding—all designed to foster meaningful dialogue, connection, and presence. Visit ⁠⁠⁠https://farandawayadventures.com⁠⁠⁠ to plan your expedition into the heart of Haida heritage. Discover more at Far and Away Adventures.com.

Guests often describe deep shifts in perspective—whether learning Haida stories at a carving studio or experiencing the calm of ancient forests. Shelly shares how travel can fuel reflection, cultural pride, and new beginnings for people rediscovering connection to their own heritage.

For listeners who dream without regret—and seek purpose in travel—this episode shows how ethically guided exploration becomes a lifelong memory.

Visit ⁠⁠⁠https://farandawayadventures.com⁠⁠⁠ if you would like to book a trip to any of the places we discuss.

More information on Haida cultural sites: ⁠Haida cultural sites – Gwaii HaanasNational Park Reserve, National Marine Conservation Area Reserve, and HaidaHeritage Site

In this episode we talk about connecting with ancestral culture in a way that respects tradition, place, and lineage. Linda Tallis, guide, watchman, and cultural interpreter from Skidans, shares how she brings visitors into Haida history—through totem poles, heritage centers, longhouse pit sites, and clan stories carried through generations. Visit ⁠⁠⁠https://farandawayadventures.com⁠⁠⁠ to plan your expedition into the heart of Haida heritage. Discover more at Far and Away Adventures.com.

Linda describes how poles were selected and designed after decades of dormant traditions, and how community members—like watchmen—ensure respectful interpretation and site preservation. She recounts walking ancestral trailways and quiet moments in Una Unaigai, a place she knows deeply and loves.

Listeners will hear how blending wilderness with story can transform travel and how curiosity guided by respect creates lifelong memory.

Visit ⁠⁠⁠https://farandawayadventures.com⁠⁠⁠ if you would like to book a trip to any of the places we discuss.

More information on Haida cultural sites: ⁠Haida cultural sites – Gwaii HaanasNational Park Reserve, National Marine Conservation Area Reserve, and HaidaHeritage Site

In this episode we talk about the magic of experiencing a culture through your senses — the drumbeats, the wood smoke, the laughter. Host Normand Schafer takes you along on his immersive afternoon at Culture Village Fiji, where he connected with the spirit of the islands without ever leaving his seat. A true armchair escape with heart.

In this episode we talk about what it’s like to step onto a boat and into a world unchanged by time. Visit ⁠https://farandawayadventures.com⁠ to plan your expedition into the heart of Haida heritage. Discover more at Far and Away Adventures.com.

Jeff Reynolds of Maple Leaf Adventures tells Norm about ten years of guiding guests along British Columbia’s wild coast—where Spirit Bears, ancient forests, and Haida culture transform not just your itinerary, but your worldview.

This is travel you’ll never forget.

Visit ⁠https://farandawayadventures.com⁠ if you would like to book a trip to any of the places we discuss.

More information on Haida cultural sites: ⁠Haida cultural sites – Gwaii HaanasNational Park Reserve, National Marine Conservation Area Reserve, and HaidaHeritage Site