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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

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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 Texas:
Colors of Caddo

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

Includes lodging, transportation, excursions, guiding and instruction

Only 1 Seat Available 

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


Includes lodging, transportation, excursions, guiding and instruction

Only 2 Seats Available 

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


Includes lodging, transportation, excursions, guiding and instruction

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Wild Texas:
Whooping Cranes and Wading Birds

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

Includes lodging, transportation, excursions, guiding and instruction

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Wild Texas:
Whooping Cranes and Wading Birds

Dec 18-22, 2023
5D/4N | Max 3 seats

Includes lodging, transportation, excursions, guiding and instruction

---Sold Out---

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2024

Japan Winter Wildlife
Feb 2024

1 seat
Special Opportunity to travel with Bender on her first Post-Covid trip back to Japan!

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Costa Rica:
Birds & Wildlife

Co-Lead: Lee Hoy
Mar 16-27, 2024

12D/11N | Max 8 seats
Includes lodging, transportation, excursions, guiding and instruction

North Central Florida:
Spring Wetland Birds

Mar 19-23, 2024

5D/4N | Max 4 seats
Includes lodging, transportation, excursions, guiding and instruction

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Spring Wildlife in Grand Teton
Co-lead: Jennifer Leigh Warner
May 19-25, 2024
7D/6N | Max 8 seats

Includes lodging, transportation, excursions, guiding and instruction

Wild Monterey:
Wildlife of the Central Coast

May 30-June 2, 2024
4D/3N | Max 3 seats

Includes lodging, transportation, excursions, guiding and instruction

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The Nature of Nome (AK)
Co-lead: Dawn Wilson
June 16-22, 2024
7D/6N | Max 6 seats

Includes lodging, transportation, excursions, guiding and instruction

The Faroe Islands
Co-lead: James Kelly
July 1-8, 2024
8D/7N | Max 4 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

Fall Wildlife in Grand Teton
Women's Only
Sep 22-28, 2024
7D/6N | Max 5 seats

Includes lodging, transportation, excursions, guiding and instruction

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Fall Wildlife in Grand Teton
Co-lead: Jennifer Leigh Warner
Sep 29- Oct 5, 2024
7D/6N | Max 8 seats

Includes lodging, transportation, excursions, guiding and instruction

Wild Horses of Arizona
Women's Only
Oct 31-Nov 3, 2024
4D/3N | Max 5 seats

Includes lodging, transportation, excursions, guiding and instruction

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Colors of Caddo
Nov 7-11, 2024
5D/4N | Max 4 seats

Includes lodging, transportation, excursions, guiding and instruction

Colors of Caddo
Co-lead: Gary Randall
Nov 14-17, 2024
4D/3N | Max 8 seats

Includes lodging, transportation, excursions, guiding and instruction

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Wild Texas:
Whooping Cranes and Wading Birds

Dec 2024
5D/4N | Max 3 seats

Includes lodging, transportation, excursions, 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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