Companion Programs

Multiple Days

Activities for Companions that are not attending the conference.

Here’s what you can expect for companion programs during the ICAR Congress:

Bear spray demo + transportation to local hiking area

Wednesday, October 8th 2025 | $0

Join local wildlife experts for a Q&A session regarding best practices for exploring in bear country. Learn how to use bear spray and check out a can for the duration of your stay. Transportation will be available to the nearby Cache Creek hiking area and Grand Teton National Park.

Full Day Tour, Yellowstone National Park Lower Loop

Thursday, October 9th 2025 | $475

Join Jackson Hole EcoTour Adventures for a private, curated full-day tour of America's first National Park. Departure time is 6:00 am, breakfast and lunch are included. EcoTour guides will provide in-depth knowledge of the area's flora and fauna, and provide unique wildlife viewing opportunities. Short hikes are likely. Learn more at jhecotouradventures.com.

Raptor presentation + hot springs soak, Astoria Hot Springs Park & Conservancy

Saturday, October 11th 2025 | $95

Travel 20 minutes south of Jackson into the Snake River Canyon for a soak in the natural hot pools at Astoria Hot Springs while viewing a presentation by the Teton Raptor Center. Meet live raptor ambassadors and learn about the role these impressive birds play in the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem.

Gondola ride to Snow King summit; star shows, sun view with solar telescope, Science on a Sphere exhibit at planetarium

Friday, October 10th 2025 | $65

Ride the scenic Snow King Gondola to the top of Snow King Mountain for soaring views of the Jackson Hole valley and a unique planetarium experience including star shows, sun viewing through the solar telescope, and Science on a Sphere exhibit. Learn more at snowkingmountain.com.