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Photo Adventures

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What is a Photo Adventure?

A photo adventure with me is a mix of a photography tour, where participants are guided to the best locations, and a photography workshop, where there is a greater emphasis on education which often includes classroom sessions. On my photo adventures participants can expect to be in the field as much as possible. While technical assistance is always available, conversations and teachings will focus more on identifying photography opportunities, personal and creative expression, and how to capture the scene in a way that tells a story. I also delve into the field craft of understanding wildlife subjects: interpreting body language, anticipating behavior, and piecing together environmental factors in order to give yourself the best chance to capture amazing images ethically.  

2023

NANPA Spring Texas Wildflower
Regional Event

Mar 30 - Apr 2, 2023
4D/3N | Max 8 seats

Includes excursions, guiding, and instruction

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Women's Only:
Spring Wildlife in Grand Tet
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Co-lead: Jennifer Leigh Warner
May 21-27, 2023
7D/6N | Max 8 seats

Includes lodging, transportation, excursions, guiding and instruction

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Scouting Trip:
The Faroe Islands

Co-lead: James Kelly

June 26 - July 3, 2023 | 7D/6N | Max 3 seats
Includes lodging, transportation, excursions, guiding and instruction

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Wild Horses of Utah
Sep 1-4, 2023
4D/3N | Max 3 seats

Includes lodging, transportation, guiding and instruction

NEW for 2023

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Fall Wildlife in Grand Teton
Co-lead: Jennifer Leigh Warner
Sep 22-28, 2023
7D/6N | Max 8 seats

Includes lodging, transportation, excursions, guiding and instruction

FILLING QUICKLY

Women only:
Fall Wildlife in Grand Teton
Co-lead: Sarah E. Devlin
Oct 5-10, 2023
6D/5N | Max 6 seats


Includes lodging, transportation, excursions, guiding and instruction

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Wild Monterey:
Wildlife of the Central Coast

Oct 19-22, 2023
4D/3N | Max 4 seats

Includes excursions, guiding and instruction

Wild Horses of Arizona
Nov 2-5, 2023
4D/3N | Max 5 seats

Includes lodging, transportation, meals, excursions, guiding and instruction

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Wild Texas:
Colors of Caddo

Nov 9-13, 2023
5D/4N | Max 4 seats

Includes lodging, transportation, excursions, guiding and instruction

Only 2 Seats Available 

Colors of Caddo
Co-lead by Gary Randall
Nov 16-19, 2023
4D/3N | Max 8 seats


Includes lodging, transportation, excursions, guiding and instruction

FILLING QUICKLY

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Colors of Caddo
Co-lead by Gary Randall
Nov 19-22, 2023
4D/3N | Max 8 seats


Includes lodging, transportation, excursions, guiding and instruction

FILLING QUICKLY

Wild Texas:
Whooping Cranes and Wading Birds

Dec 14-18, 2023
5D/4N | Max 3 seats

Includes lodging, transportation, excursions, guiding and instruction

Only 1 Seat Available!

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2024

Japan Winter Wildlife: Hokkaido
Feb 4-15, 2024

12D/11N | Max 4 seats
Includes lodging, transportation, meals, excursions, guiding and instruction

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Japan Winter Wildlife:
Snow Monkey & Song Bird Extension

Feb 15-21, 2024

7D/6N | Max 4 seats
Includes lodging, transportation, meals, excursions, guiding and instruction

The Faroe Islands
Co-lead: James Kelly
June/July 2024
7D/6N | Max 6 seats

Includes lodging, transportation, excursions, guiding and instruction

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The Arctic Circle Adventure
Co-lead: David W. Shaw
Aug 20-27, 2024
8D/7N | Max 8 seats

Includes lodging, local transportation, meals, guiding and instruction

I also offer single and multiple day private photo adventures and instruction for individuals or small groups. Contact me directly to inquire about this option!

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Ongoing

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