
Knowledge Base for Guides
This resource page, created with help from research institutions and experts, is designed to give field staff an in-depth understanding of the key topics they regularly encounter.
It aims to enhance guide expertise, give resources to educate visitors, and promote environmentally responsible and sustainable practices during expedition cruising.
Cover Photo: Henry Wismayer, Visit Greenland
Articles & Resources
Cultural Heritage in a Changing Climate
Preserving Greenlands Cultural Heritage: Dr Alice Watterson
Marine Litter Toolkit: Engagement Ideas
Marine Litter Toolkit: ID-Cards
Marine Litter Toolkit: Presentation
Understanding Aurora Borealis: Kate Herlingshaw
The State of Svalbard Waters: Paul Renaud
Vanishing Glaciers: Phil Porter
Handbook for Guides: Polar Bears International
Unpredictable Arctic Weather: Lucas Frank
Seabird Pollution: Geir Wing Gabrielsen
Rephotography – from Past to Present
Marine IAS: Elizabeth Cottier-Cook
The Life and Challenges of Polar Bears: Geoff York
Funding
Knowledge Base for Guides has received funding from the Svalbard Environmental Protection Fund.

Last update: 28. October 2025