He Followed the Road North and Found Home
Meet Sheldon, the driver, guide and host behind Aurora Storm Chasers. Originally from Newfoundland’s Burin Peninsula, he’s made Yellowknife his home—and he’d love to show you what made him stay.
From the East Coast to Yellowknife
Sheldon left Newfoundland for Ontario at 18 and earned his Class 1 licence at 21. He’s spent more than 30 years driving professionally. In 2019, he came to Yellowknife as a visitor. He began driving tour buses, got involved in tourism and found himself falling in love with the North. What started as a visit became a whole new chapter. Now, he gets to welcome other visitors to the place that won him over.
Good Company Comes with the Tour
Sheldon loves meeting people. Get him talking and you’ll soon find yourself swapping stories, sharing a laugh or listening to a little music along the way. He sees himself as an entertainer as much as a guide. Making people feel welcome is a big part of why he does this, whether you’re joining him for an evening under the aurora or spending a day exploring Yellowknife.
Sheldon offers guided tours in both English and Spanish. Let him know your preferred language when you reach out to book.
Thirty Years Behind the Wheel
There’s a lot to take in when you’re visiting somewhere new. Sheldon brings more than 30 years of professional driving experience to the job, so you can settle in and enjoy the ride. Our spacious highway coach gives you room to get comfortable, with heating and an onboard heated washroom for longer outings. From the first pickup to the ride back, you’re in experienced hands.
leave a little room for the unexpected
On an aurora tour, Sheldon follows the conditions. If the lights are putting on a show, we’ll stay and watch. If it’s time to look elsewhere, we’ll get back on the road. The journey is as much a part of the experience as the place we stop. Come and share a laugh, and see where adventure takes us.
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Have something in mind beyond our regular tours? Sheldon’s connections with local operators can help you explore more of the North.
Ask him about dog sledding, snowmobiling, summer fishing or a personalized outing to Namushka Lodge. He’ll help you look into what’s available during your visit.
COME AND SEE WHAT made hIM stay
Sheldon arrived in Yellowknife as a visitor and found a place he wanted to call home. Now, he gets to share it with you. Spend an evening beneath the aurora, head out across Great Slave Lake or follow him through the streets of Old Town. Come discover what draws people North—and what makes some of them stay.