A Personalized Approach to Yellowstone & Grand Teton Photography Workshops & Tours

Want to spend April/May, or September/October somewhere with abundant wildlife and amazing landscapes? Spend 6 Days in Yellowstone & Grand Teton National Parks, alongside an award-winning photographer. Whether you are photographing the wildlife, stunning landscapes, or amazing geothermal features, we will strive to make this a bucket list trip to remember.

Yellowstone, established in 1872 as the nation's first National Park, is a place of exceptional and unparalleled natural beauty. The park boasts a remarkable diversity of wildlife, including bison, elk, moose, Bighorn sheep, mule deer, coyotes, wolves, and grizzly bears, earning it the nickname "Serengeti of North America." This rich wildlife coexists with breathtaking landscapes and dynamic geological formations, making Yellowstone a true haven for nature photographers.

Grand Teton National Park, established in 1929, is renowned for its rugged mountain terrain, pristine lakes, and abundant wildlife. It is a must-visit destination for nature enthusiasts and outdoor adventurers.

This workshop and tour is offered in the Spring during April/May, and in the Fall during September/October. Both are magical seasons in Yellowstone & Grand Teton National Parks.

Spring offers first looks at bears coming out of their dens with cubs. An advantage of attending a spring workshop is that school is not out for the summer yet.

Autumn is when fall colors are at their peak, and animals like elk, bison, and moose are in the rutting season. Grizzly bears and wolves are in their prime, showcasing full winter coats in preparation for the first snowfall. An advantage of a fall workshop is the departure of the summer tourist crowds, leaving the park open for dedicated photographers and nature enthusiasts.

The workshops and tours span three full days in Yellowstone National Park, and 3 full days in Grand Teton National Park, from dawn to dusk, focusing on capturing large mammals, panoramic landscapes, and geothermal features. The workshop is designed to arrive into Bozeman Airport and depart from Jackson Airport. You may arrive and depart from the same airport for a $250 supplement due to the additional 4 1/2 hours of driving on the morning of your departure day.

Activity level: The vast majority of the photographs will be taken in close proximity to the vehicle. If desired, the ability to hike approximately 1 mile throughout the day for short excursions to different areas.

This Yellowstone & Grand Teton photography workshop & tour is not limited to photographers. Anyone interested are welcome to join the tour. Camera phones are acceptable for travel companions, but consumer photography gear is not. Travel companions will pay only $1250. Due to the proximity to wildlife, pets are not allowed on the photography workshop. Thank you for understanding.

Tour groups are limited to 3 people. The small group size will allow everyone plenty of room for personal space and photographic gear. It will also allow plenty of time for One-on-One photographic workshop instruction. Photographers of all levels of experience are welcomed.

Groups of 3 or more can be accommodated and should contact me directly to make reservations.

Private workshops or tours are also an option. Message for details.

Highlights

★ A unique photography experience in 2 national parks
★ Three (3) full days in Yellowstone National Park & Three (3) Full Days in Grand Teton National Park
★ A chance to photograph bison, elk, moose, Bighorn sheep, mule deer, coyotes, wolves, black bears and grizzly bears
★ Small group size to allow for individual instruction
★ Additional days may be added to any photography tour. The rate is dependent upon how many photographers are in your group.
★ A portion of the proceeds from each photography tour is donated to help protect Yellowstone & Grand Teton National Parks. The donation will be made in my late brother‘s name.
★ We have spent 2 decades scouting locations to help maximize the time spent taking pictures. All wildlife are wild, and as such, no guarantee can be made that certain wildlife will be present. However, every time we have had a tour, we have seen the targeted wildlife in multiple locations!!

★ Participants should meet for pickup at the Bozeman International Airport (BZN), in Bozeman, MT. The airport is located roughly 3 hours from the hotels in Cooke City, MT. Pick up and drop off at other airports, including Billings Logan International Airport (BIL), in Billings, MT or Idaho Falls Regional Airport (IDA) can be arranged for a $250 fee.
★ The workshops & tours can start in Grand Teton National Park by flying into Jackson Hole Airport (JAC) and departing from Bozeman International Airport (BZN). Workshops that start and end at the same airport will be assessed a $250 supplement due to the extra 4 1/2 hours of driving on your departure day.

Sample Itinerary
• Arrive Saturday afternoon in Bozeman, MT
• I will pick you up and drive you to your hotel in Gardiner, MT
• 3 days of photography in Yellowstone National Park, then drive down to Jackson, WY
• 3 days of photography in Grand Teton National Park
• Depart hotel each day prior to sunrise
• Morning session of photography
• Lunch in the parks
• Afternoon session of photography
• Travel back to hotel
• Dinner
• Meet for 1 hour review of photography and group discussion or free time
• Fly out on Saturday afternoon

What is included:

★ 6 Full Days of Photography inside 2 world-famous national parks.
★ Airport transfer to/from Bozeman, MT Airport (BZN) or Jackson Hole, WY Airport (JAC)
★ Daily transportation to/from photography sites
★ Entrance fees to Yellowstone & Grand Teton National Parks
★ Professional instruction before, during and after daily photography excursions
★ Group photography discussion and review
★ Tours are rain, snow or shine

What is not included:
• Travel arrangements to/from Gardiner, MT or Jackson, WY
• Hotel accommodations
• Meals
• Photography gear
• Travel insurance
• Hotel incidentals and sundries

What to expect after registering:

• After your deposit is processed, you will receive a Booking Confirmation Email that has Hotel Information, including discount codes and direct links, as well as Airport Information and Meal Information
• 120 days prior to the workshop, the remaining amount is due, and you will receive the 120 Day Email that includes Things to Bring, Airport Pick up Information, as well as my Cold Weather Photography Checklist
• 30 days prior to the workshop, you will receive the 30 Day Email that includes What to Pack, Travelling with Photography Gear, and Pick up Information again.
• 3 days prior to the workshop, you will receive a quick email to touch base that includes the Airport Pick up Information, and my Contact Information, again.