Yellowstone Winter Photo Tours:
Wildlife and Landscapes

Instructional Photo Tours and Workshops

January 2024 (BOTH TOURS SOLD OUT)

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Embark on a memorable winter adventure into one of nature's most magnificent ecosystems. Experience the wonder of Yellowstone’s wildlife and capture stunning landscape photographs in the captivating atmosphere of this picturesque season. We will travel the snowy terrain in a private van and snow coach, providing the opportunity to explore destinations within and around the park. Winter is a magical time in Yellowstone when the crowds have left, and wildlife is abundant. More Information

Best of Florida
(Everglades, Big Cypress, Sanibel, and More)

Instructional Photo Tours and Workshops

February 2024 (SOLD OUT)

February 2025 (almost full) 2 different tours

Escape the cold and join us in paradise as we photograph the wild areas of Florida. We will be photographing several birds including spoonbills, nesting eagles, ospreys, hawks, owls, pelicans, herons, manatees, alligators, and crocodiles, and many more species of wildlife. We will photograph Sanibel Island, Everglades, Delray Beach area and Big Cypress National Parks. We will explore beautiful coastlines, swamps, boardwalks, and several secret locations. This is bird photography at its best. More Information

Northern Lights (Aurora): Alaska

Instructional Photo Tours and Workshops

March 12-18, 2024 (SOLD OUT). Sign up for 2025 and 2026

The Northern Lights stand as an awe-inspiring marvel of nature, captivating spectators with their breathtaking display. The years 2024 - 2026 is the peak range of the 11-year solar cycle so this is the best time to view the aurora. We pick the dates so you get a mix of moonlight and the new moon to get the darkest nights and those great silhouettes! John Chumack, a globally acclaimed professional Astro-photographer, will be a co-leader. More Information

Great Smoky Mountains in Spring

Instructional Photo Tours and Workshops

April 20-24, 2024 (SOLD OUT)

Capture the breathtaking beauty of cascading waterfalls, meandering streams, vibrant wildflowers, majestic mountain ranges, and enchanting water reflections. Within the Smokies, you'll encounter an array of wildlife, including black bears, turkeys, elk, and deer. With spring in full bloom, it presents the perfect opportunity to photograph the prime season while enjoying the serenity away from bustling crowds. More Information

Oregon: Pacific Coast and Columbia Gorge

Instructional Photo Tours and Workshops

May 10-17, 2024 (1 space left)

Join us as we travel to beautiful Oregon. Our journey will take us through a series of extraordinary sites nestled along the Oregon coast. Prepare to be captivated by a landscape that brims with inspiration. Take in the beauty of enchanted forests, traverse majestic sand dunes, marvel at the grandeur of towering sea stacks, explore vibrant tide pools, encounter the rich history of iconic lighthouses, and be enthralled by the sight of colossal waves. Additionally, we will have the opportunity to capture waterfalls and breathtaking vistas within the picturesque expanse of the Columbia Gorge. More Information

Acadia National Park (+ Puffins) 

Instructional Photo Tours and Workshops

June 10-14, 2024 (1 space left)

Capture the awe-inspiring charm of Acadia National Park and the Maine Coast as you photograph iconic lighthouses, enchanting harbors, and rocky landscapes. Experience where the mountains meet the ocean, surrounded by nature's stunning beauty. There will be two boat excursions during this tour: one that unveils a puffin colony and seals on a secluded island nestled off the coast of Maine, and another to photograph the Bass Harbor Light against the backdrop of the rugged coastline. More Information

Maine Coast Downeast:
Puffins, Seals, Lighthouses, and Whales

Instructional Photo Tours and Workshops

June 17-21, 2024 (1 space left)

Join us on a journey to the secluded Downeast Maine Coast. Embark on an adventure capturing wildlife and stunning landscapes both on land and at sea. Prepare for three boat excursions, where we will photograph puffins, seals, whales, soaring eagles, and multiple lighthouses. Our exploration will extend beyond borders as we venture to Campobello Island in Canada and the Quoddy Head Light, marking the easternmost point in the United States. Don't miss this extraordinary opportunity to witness the wonders of nature. More Information

Alaska Land and Sea
(Wildlife, Eagles, Mountains, and Glaciers)

Instructional Photo Tours and Workshops
July 9-17, 2024 (Almost Full) Expanded for 2024

Explore wild Alaska by land, sea, helicopter, and dog sled. This is an incredible trip for both wildlife and landscape photographers. We will photograph glaciers, mountains, eagles, whales, sea lions, seals, moose, sea otters, puffins and more. Included are four separate full-day boat rides on a small private boat where we can get close to wildlife. Photograph eagles perched on sea cliffs as they plunge into the water to snatch fish. Be captivated by their magnificent flight, against stunning backdrops, offering you an up-close encounter from the boat. We also will look for bears along a scenic glacier fed river. More Information

NEW! Ultimate Alaska Bears Photo Tours

Instructional Photo Tours and Workshops
July 21-28, 2024 (SOLD OUT)
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Join us on an extraordinary adventure—the ultimate bear photo tour in Alaska, unrivaled anywhere else on the planet. This tour is scheduled during the peak season when bears and their cubs engage in activities like fishing. Capture thousands of bear images as we photograph their behaviors. Our accommodations will be at a brand-new lodge situated in a distinct location, nestled alongside a picturesque and untamed river. From here, we will embark on jet boat excursions where we will have the opportunity to photograph the bears from the vantage point of our boats, in the river, and on land. More Information

Canadian Rockies (Fall)

Instructional Photo Tours and Workshops

September 18-25, 2024 (SOLD OUT)
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The Canadian Rockies offers an exhilarating setting for photographing breathtaking landscapes and wildlife. Our lens will capture the essence of renowned destinations such as Banff National Park, Lake Louise, Jasper National Park, and the Icefield Parkway. The autumn season enhances the photography experience, showcasing a remarkable array of subjects including wildlife engaged in their rutting season, awe-inspiring scenery, vibrant fall foliage, iconic waterfalls, majestic glaciers, towering mountain ranges, and countless other captivating elements. Prepare to capture the extraordinary beauty that awaits us. More Information

Maine and New Hampshire:
Peak Fall Foliage

Instructional Photo Tours and Workshops

October 1-6, 2024 (SOLD OUT)

Embark on a captivating journey to explore the enchanting wonders of Rangeley Lakes, the picturesque Maine Coastline, the majestic White Mountains, and the scenic landscapes of Northern New Hampshire. Photograph the breathtaking beauty of the region as we capture the vibrant hues of the peak fall foliage, waterfalls, streams, lighthouses, wildlife, wildflowers, mountain ranges, and the mesmerizing reflections that adorn these awe-inspiring destinations. (modified and expanded for 2024). More Information

Zion and Bryce National Parks

Instructional Photo Tours and Workshops

November 3-9, 2024 (2 spaces left)

Photograph some of the best locations in the Southwest including Zion, Valley of Fire, and Bryce Canyon. Photograph the grand scenery of canyons, plateaus, hoodoos, rivers, petroglyphs and ghost towns. Take a river walk through a famous slot canyon. The canyons at Zion are amazing as the rich hues of autumn drape across the landscape. Enjoy the awesome fall beauty of the Southwest. (modified for 2024) More Information

Bosque del Apache & White Sands: New Mexico

Instructional Photo Tours and Workshops

December 5-10, 2024 (3 spaces left)

World famous Bosque del Apache offers unique bird and wildlife photography opportunities. Photograph thousands of sandhill cranes and snow geese as they flock to the fields and marshes. The Sandhill Crane count is around 12,000. Add to that an impressive tally of 70,000 snow geese, 40,000-plus ducks (at least 14 species), Canada geese, Gambel's quail, roadrunners, bald eagles and more than 300 other winged species. We will also visit White Sands National Park where you will experience the photogenic white dunes, an incredible petroglyph site, and the stunning Organ Mountains in Las Cruces. More Information

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Washington (Olympic National Park)

Cape Cod (Massachusetts) Coastal Landscapes, Whales, Seals

Southwest at Night

Arizona Birds

Southern Arizona (Birds and Wildflowers)

California Coast

Oregon (Bend, Central, Crater Lake)

Grand Teton Winter