Take advantage of this unique opportunity to Photograph Common Loons, with chicks, at close range, as well as many other species and learn the techniques Greg uses to capture captivating still images and make them look their best.

We will be based at the 3.5 star Lac Le Jeune Resort which sits right on the main lake where the loons nest and raise their young.

All meals, lodging and other expenses as well as un intimidating and casual photographic instruction is included - all you have to do is get yourself there and we will take care of the rest!

We will have access to kayaks, canoes and small motor boats as well as a pontoon boat. We are at 4200' elevation and the city, which is only 20 minutes away, is 1100' elevation - this provides a variety of bird species as well as wildflowers for us to photograph!

Here is what some are saying about the 2009 trip:

Alan Nelson of Montana writes:

Just wanted to let you know I thought the trip was fantastic!!!!!! We had a great boat driver that missed out on some shot so others could get them. That is what separates a good tour leader from others

Neil Solomon from California writes:

From very close encounters with Loons to nesting Woodpeckers. Throw in a few Hummingbirds, too. This workshop should not be missed! I had a wonderful experience!

On the lake in front of the lodge you can easily photograph Barrow's Goldeneye with chicks, Common Loons with chicks, Ring-necked and other Ducks with chicks and, at the front door feeders, Rufous & Calippes hummers, Stellars, Junco's, Pine Siskins, Casins Finch, Grey Jays, Hairy & Downy Woodpeckers, Mountain & Black-capped Chickadees and more!

On the water, we have access to no less than 3 pairs of loons and usually 4-5 chicks and, every morning, 6-12 single loons in front of lodge. Most of the loons are friendly and fairly easy to photograph at close range. Besides the Common Loons on the lakes you can photograph Marsh Wrens, Black Terns and several other types of ducks (many nesting.)

We will also have opportunities available for nesting Red-necked Grebes, nesting Mountain Bluebirds as well Yellow-headed Blackbirds and nesting Woodpeckers.

We can usually enjoy great blue sky weather and warm days during time of year and at lower elevations we have rattle snakes, cactus and sagebrush which usually surprises most visitors.

Because of the high elevation of the lodge everyone should be prepared for possible cool days and nights.

The bird info above is virtually guaranteed!

Read on for dates and cost....

Dates and Cost:

June 25 - June 29, 2010 (4 nights) - $2,475 - includes 4 nights lodging (double occupancy), all activities (including boats and guide services), all meals, and photographic instruction.

June 30 - July 4, 2010 (4 nights) - $2,475 - includes 4 nights lodging (double occupancy), all activities (including boats and guide services), all meals, and photographic instruction.

June 25 - July 4, 2010 (9 nights) - $4,500 (save $450 plus get an extra day) - includes 9 nights lodging (double occupancy), all activities (including boats and guide services), all meals, and photographic instruction.

Single Supplement: $400 (for each workshop - limited availability)
Non-photographer discount: -$400 (for each workshop)

Terms:

A $1,000.00 deposit is required. The balance is due 3 months before the date of the workshop and is then non-refundable unless the tour sells out. If we do not receive your check for the balance on or before the due date, we will try to fill your spot off the waiting list. If your spot is filled, you will lose your deposit only.

Registration:

If you would like to inquire about further a 20details for these workshops, please call 410-239-8025 during normal business hours (Eastern Standard Time) or email me for details.

If you would like to register for this workshop, please fill out the registration form below. ( * = Required Field ) A deposit of $1000 is required to reserve your spot.

Please refer to our policies page for our cancellation and refund policies.