{"id":93246,"date":"2024-10-29T08:00:00","date_gmt":"2024-10-29T13:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/allyant.com\/?p=93246"},"modified":"2024-10-28T13:28:26","modified_gmt":"2024-10-28T18:28:26","slug":"banff-bound-a-somewhat-accessible-journey","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/allyant.com\/blog\/banff-bound-a-somewhat-accessible-journey\/","title":{"rendered":"Banff Bound: A Somewhat Accessible Journey"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>My family recently embarked on a vacation to <a href=\"https:\/\/parks.canada.ca\/pn-np\/ab\/banff\">Banff National Park<\/a>. We packed up our mothers, my guide dog Jeb, and ourselves for an eight-hour journey from our home in Missoula, Montana. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As someone who is blind, I\u2019ve always had mixed feelings about traveling. While I eagerly anticipate the food, weather, and meeting new people, one of the main attractions of vacationing\u2014sightseeing\u2014isn\u2019t something I can fully experience like a sighted person. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To make the most of our trip, we planned activities, locations, and experiences that I could enjoy more fully. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In this article, I\u2019ll highlight some of the accessibility successes and challenges I encountered during our trip.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Traveling with a Guide Dog<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>To ensure we didn\u2019t encounter any issues bringing my guide dog, Jeb, across the U.S.\/Canadian border, we contacted <a href=\"https:\/\/www.guidedogs.com\/\">Guide Dogs for the Blind<\/a> (GDB), the organization that trained Jeb. <\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image is-style-default\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"610\" height=\"403\" src=\"https:\/\/allyant.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Aaron-and-guide-dog-jeb.png\" alt=\"Aaron Page and his guide dog Jeb.\" class=\"wp-image-93257\" srcset=\"https:\/\/allyant.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Aaron-and-guide-dog-jeb.png 610w, https:\/\/allyant.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Aaron-and-guide-dog-jeb-300x198.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 610px) 100vw, 610px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>GDB offers client support services, including travel assistance, to help identify any legal requirements for traveling internationally with a guide dog. They recommended I have the following:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Jeb\u2019s official paperwork from GDB, identifying him as a graduated and active service dog.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Vaccination records from Jeb\u2019s vet, particularly his rabies vaccination status.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A completed <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/importation\/dogs\/dog-import-form-instructions.html\">CDC Dog Import Form<\/a> and receipt.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Overall, the process went smoothly. GDB emailed a PDF of Jeb\u2019s paperwork, which I could print, and Jeb\u2019s vet also sent a PDF of his vaccination records. Once I had the vaccination records, the CDC Dog Import Form was relatively quick and easy to fill out.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With all the necessary documents in hand, we headed for the border, where\u2026 we weren\u2019t asked for any of it. Ironically, if I hadn\u2019t had all this paperwork ready, we likely would have been asked to present it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">GuideAlong<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"565\" height=\"90\" src=\"https:\/\/allyant.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Guide-Along-logo.png\" alt=\"GuideAlong formerly known as GyPSy Guide App logo\" class=\"wp-image-93254\" srcset=\"https:\/\/allyant.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Guide-Along-logo.png 565w, https:\/\/allyant.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Guide-Along-logo-300x48.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 565px) 100vw, 565px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>My partner Sybil heard about an app that provides audio tours based on your phone\u2019s GPS location, but she wasn\u2019t sure what it was called or where to find it. Thankfully, we live in the age of ChatGPT and Microsoft Copilot. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I asked Copilot for a list of apps that offer audio tours based on GPS location, and <a href=\"https:\/\/guidealong.com\">GuideAlong<\/a> was at the top of the list. This app completely transformed my experience on the trip, allowing me to enjoy the sights and scenery in a way that was much more accessible to me as a blind individual.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The GuideAlong app offers in-app purchases of various tours at many different parks and locations, not just Banff. For our trip, I purchased two tours: one for Lake Louise, Emerald Lake, and the surrounding area, and another for Banff town proper. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We connected my phone to our car\u2019s Bluetooth, and as we traveled, everyone in the car got to listen and experience the audio tour. We heard some amazing stories, including the construction of the Spiral Tunnels and how the Banff Springs Hotel was initially built facing the wrong direction. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The two tours provided hundreds of announcements along their routes, and we heard the vast majority as we traveled to each of our destinations. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It was a fantastic way for me to immerse myself in the surroundings without feeling like a burden by asking others to describe the scenery, and we all enjoyed hearing some fascinating stories.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Takakkaw Falls<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1376\" height=\"2448\" src=\"https:\/\/allyant.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/AP-Coyla-Waterfall-Photo.jpg\" alt=\"Aaron Page and his mother, Coyla, standing on the walking path leading up to Takakkaw Falls.\" class=\"wp-image-93249\" style=\"width:330px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/allyant.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/AP-Coyla-Waterfall-Photo.jpg 1376w, https:\/\/allyant.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/AP-Coyla-Waterfall-Photo-169x300.jpg 169w, https:\/\/allyant.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/AP-Coyla-Waterfall-Photo-768x1366.jpg 768w, https:\/\/allyant.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/AP-Coyla-Waterfall-Photo-863x1536.jpg 863w, https:\/\/allyant.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/AP-Coyla-Waterfall-Photo-1151x2048.jpg 1151w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1376px) 100vw, 1376px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>One of the unexpected highlights of our trip was definitely <a href=\"https:\/\/www.banfflakelouise.com\/experiences\/takkakaw-falls\">Takakkaw Falls<\/a>. It wasn\u2019t on our original itinerary, but as we traveled from our Airbnb in Golden to Banff, the Guide Along app mentioned Takakkaw Falls, one of the largest waterfalls in Canada, and described how truly amazing it is. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>While I couldn\u2019t see the waterfall, a walkway leads nearly to the base of the falls, where you can hear the roaring water, feel the pressure of its powerful flow, and sense the cool mist in the air. The sound and feel of the falls helped me understand and appreciate its immense size and scope.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"4032\" height=\"3024\" src=\"https:\/\/allyant.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Falls-Map-Photo.jpg\" alt=\"A raised relief model of Takakkaw Falls and the surrounding mountainous region, with detailed topographical features. Snow-covered peaks and glaciers are depicted in white and blue, while green areas represent lower elevations with vegetation. Blue lines indicate rivers or streams, and small labels mark specific areas or paths. Trails and routes are outlined, possibly for hiking or exploration. \n\" class=\"wp-image-93253\" srcset=\"https:\/\/allyant.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Falls-Map-Photo.jpg 4032w, https:\/\/allyant.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Falls-Map-Photo-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/allyant.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Falls-Map-Photo-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/allyant.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Falls-Map-Photo-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/allyant.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Falls-Map-Photo-2048x1536.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 4032px) 100vw, 4032px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Another unexpected bonus when visiting Takakkaw Falls was discovering an amazing onsite 3-D model. This model shows the falls, the glacier that feeds it, and the surrounding area. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We came across it while walking back to our vehicle, and it was an unexpected delight. It was incredibly informative, allowing me to feel and understand the layout of the land and grasp the immense size of the glacier feeding Takakkaw Falls.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Buffalo Nations Museum &amp; BeMyAI<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>While the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.buffalonationsmuseum.com\/\">Buffalo Nations Museum<\/a> in Banff didn\u2019t advertise or offer any accessibility services for the blind, it was still an engaging experience for me, thanks to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bemyeyes.com\/mobile-app\">BeMyAI<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"4284\" height=\"5712\" src=\"https:\/\/allyant.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Buffalo-Nations-Museum-Image-1-rotated.jpg\" alt=\"A display from the Buffalo Nations Museum. There is a mannequin dressed as a Native American figure standing next to a life-sized model of a horse. The mannequin is wearing traditional attire, including a long white garment with colorful geometric patterns in red, blue, and yellow. It also has a headdress with horns and long black hair. The horse model is adorned with decorative gear, including a headpiece and a blanket with similar colorful patterns and fringes. \" class=\"wp-image-93251\" style=\"width:404px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/allyant.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Buffalo-Nations-Museum-Image-1-rotated.jpg 4284w, https:\/\/allyant.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Buffalo-Nations-Museum-Image-1-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/allyant.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Buffalo-Nations-Museum-Image-1-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/allyant.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Buffalo-Nations-Museum-Image-1-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https:\/\/allyant.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Buffalo-Nations-Museum-Image-1-1536x2048.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 4284px) 100vw, 4284px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>As my partner Sybil and I moved from one exhibit to another, she snapped photos of the exhibits (with the museum\u2019s permission) using her phone\u2019s camera app. She then sent me the photos, which I quickly ran through BeMyAI. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Although the process was a bit clunky, and not all descriptions were perfectly accurate, it allowed me to enjoy the experience. I especially appreciated being able to sit down afterward and go through the photos at my leisure. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The photo above was actually the first one Sybil took, and it generated the most amazing description using BeMyAI. If you\u2019re curious, check out the alt text on the image above, which is almost the exact text generated by BeMyAI for this exhibit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Banff Park Museum<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>When planning our trip, we researched museums and other sites with accessibility services. Like most folks in 2024, we relied on a combination of recommendations from friends, family, and coworkers, Google searches, and AI tools like Microsoft Copilot. <\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"214\" src=\"https:\/\/allyant.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Banff-Park-Museum.jpg\" alt=\"The Banff Park Museum, a rustic building with a wooden exterior, featuring prominent beams and a covered porch area. It appears to be located in a scenic, mountainous area, possibly a park or a historic site. In the background, there are tall trees and a glimpse of mountains. The foreground has a paved walkway and a wooden fence, and the overall atmosphere is tranquil and picturesque, likely captured during twilight, as lights are glowing under the porch.\" class=\"wp-image-93250\" style=\"width:446px;height:auto\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Based on this research, we believed that the <a href=\"https:\/\/parks.canada.ca\/lhn-nhs\/ab\/banff\">Banff Park Museum<\/a> offered accessibility services for both the hearing and visually impaired. Unfortunately, when we arrived, the staff were unaware of any accessibility services for individuals who are blind or have low vision.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As a consolation, the staff did not charge me for admission. I used BeMyAI to describe some of the exhibits, though most were simply of local wildlife. Being from Montana, where wildlife is abundant, I didn\u2019t feel as compelled to photograph and describe each exhibit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Cave and Basin<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/parks.canada.ca\/lhn-nhs\/ab\/caveandbasin\">Cave and Basin<\/a> was definitely on our itinerary, as its website listed numerous accessibility services and even mentioned that guides were available, which seemed like a great way for someone who is blind to experience the site. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1562\" height=\"693\" src=\"https:\/\/allyant.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Cave-and-Basin-Image.jpg\" alt=\"Four people facing away from the camera, looking at a large, illuminated cave or grotto interior. The rocky walls are rugged and feature a variety of textures. A pool of clear water sits at the base of the cave, reflecting the light. The group consists of two adults and two children. The atmosphere seems to be one of exploration and wonder as they observe the natural formations.\" class=\"wp-image-93252\" srcset=\"https:\/\/allyant.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Cave-and-Basin-Image.jpg 1562w, https:\/\/allyant.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Cave-and-Basin-Image-300x133.jpg 300w, https:\/\/allyant.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Cave-and-Basin-Image-768x341.jpg 768w, https:\/\/allyant.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Cave-and-Basin-Image-1536x681.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1562px) 100vw, 1562px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Unfortunately, I wasn\u2019t the only person in our group with a disability\u2014one of our group members has a motor disability that makes walking long distances quite difficult. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When we arrived at Cave and Basin,we realized that they weren&#8217;t comfortable proceeding with the amount of walking involved. Rather than leave anyone out, we decided to spend the time driving around and listening to more of the Banff Town Tour on the Guide Along app\u2014something we could all enjoy together.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Our journey to Banff National Forest highlighted how accessibility can significantly enhance or hinder the travel experience for individuals with disabilities. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>While we encountered some challenges, such as the lack of advertised accessibility services at certain sites, we also discovered unexpected delights like the 3-D model at Takakkaw Falls, audio tours using Guide Along, and the invaluable assistance of BeMyAI. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Our trip was a testament to the importance of thorough planning and the willingness to adapt when things don\u2019t go as expected. Despite the obstacles, the beauty of Banff and the shared experiences with my family made the journey truly memorable. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I hope our experiences inspire others to explore and advocate for more accessible travel options, ensuring that everyone can enjoy the wonders of the world.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>My family recently embarked on a vacation to Banff National Park. 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