Learn how to get stunning images of a variety of birds and mammals that call the Centennial Valley their home. You will have a chance to see over 100 species of birds on this workshop and get images of many of them. We will also see mammals such as pronghorn and moose.
This workshop is limited to just 3 - 5 photographers, so each participant will receive personalized and focused attention.
This workshop will focus on getting images of a variety of bird species including:
Trumpeter Swans
Short-eared Owls
Swainson's Hawks
Long-billed Curlews
Red-necked Grebes
Mountain Bluebirds
Western Tanagers
Yellow Warblers
Green-tailed Towhees
Pink-sided Juncos
Black-headed Grosbeaks
Red-naped Sapsuckers
American Avocets
Cinnamon Teal
Ruddy Ducks...and more!
Many of these birds will have young with them or will be feeding young.
Mammals we are likely to see and photograph include:
Moose
Elk
Pronghorn
Badger
Fox
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So, come join me on this adventure into a secluded paradise where you never have to worry about other people getting in the way.
We will be photographing in the mornings and in the evenings. Dual trips allow the best opportunity to get images of the birds and mammals while they are most active.
I will teach you techniques to capture these birds and mammals without disturbing them, so you get them in natural postures and behaviors.
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SCHEDULE
June 12 and 19 are travel days
June 13 - 18 are photography days
I will pick you up at Salt Lake City International Airport and from there our adventure begins. I will transport you to the lodge where we will be staying, on all field outings, and back to the airport when our trip is done.
Workshop fee includes:
Personalized instruction
Lodging
All transport during tour
Most meals
Two field outings per day most days
Workshop fee does not include:
Cost of getting to Salt Lake City International Airport, alcoholic beverages, soda, or gratuities.
We shoot rain or shine unless there is lightning or other hazardous conditions. If we get weathered out we will keep busy doing other wildlife photography activities.
Best bird photos are obtained with 600MM or more. Hand-holding is best, but tripods and monopods also work well.
There will be hiking on uneven terrain, so you must be able to hike up to 2 miles at altitude (7000 feet above sea level). You will need to be able to traverse hills with unsure footing. At times, you will need to be able to sit on the ground without excessive movement for a morning or evening shoot (a few hours) as we photograph certain species such as swans, cinnamon teal, avocets, and phalaropes.
Generally, we do not shoot from blinds, thus good camouflage clothing from head to toe is needed including face mask and gloves (see image below). I can provide suggestions for good camo clothing if you don't already have the gear.
Patience and persistence is required to get the best images as we drive and hike the valley and surrounding areas. This is a wildlife photography tour and I always strive to get birds close for great images, but this tour should be viewed as the overall outdoors adventure it is. You will see many wonderful areas of a large high mountain valley while photographing birds and mammals in a very natural setting.
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Additional Notes:
The workshop itinerary is subject to change and is to be considered provisional.
This workshop requires a minimum number of participants, if sufficient workshop places are not sold the workshop may not be run, this workshop has a minimum participant level of 3.
Not all mentioned wildlife can be observed & photographed at all times of the year, thus some activities may be considered seasonal & not available.
Given we use the only lodging in the valley there is a no refund policy for this workshop. Once you pay your deposit I can give no refunds if you cannot attend.
With only 3-5 spots available it will not take long to fill this workshop, so please register soon to reserve your spot!
If you have questions or would like more information email me here.