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TRIP DETAILS
All-Inclusive Lodge-Based Photo Workshop
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Dates
June 8-12, 2023
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Price
$3,995
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Special Launch Price
TRIBE PRICE:
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Deposit
$2,000
Start/End
McKinleyville, California
Airport: ACV
Airport: ACV
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Availability
LIMITED
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Single Supplement
$450
Special Trip Departures are valid for new trip reservations only (no transfers)
TRIP OVERVIEW
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This all-inclusive photography workshop and tour will take place in the heart of northern California's Redwood forest, known for its towering ancient trees and breathtaking natural beauty. There will be both field photography sessions and image review, with a focus on techniques for landscape, nature, and macro photography.
The Redwoods offer some of the most productive forest landscapes in the United States. The reasons are simple - fog and light. The coastal habitat of the Redwoods consistently produces morning fog, and when combined with sunrise light rays, the result is spectacular.
This workshop also coincides with historical wildflower blooms. In certain areas of the Redwoods, the forests come alive with rhododendron blooms in early and late spring. In addition, superblooms of lupine can be found in higher elevation oak savannahs during some years.
Because the Redwoods prefer coastal habitats, we'll be staying right on the California coast for close proximity to the best locations. This gives us access to many rugged, sea-stack lined beaches along the California and Oregon Coast as well. The focus is Redwoods, but we have the option of shooting coastal scenes at sunset if conditions permit - diverse options are good!
This is an excellent opportunity for photography enthusiasts of all levels to learn new techniques, improve their skills, and capture the beauty of some of the largest trees on Earth.
The Redwoods offer some of the most productive forest landscapes in the United States. The reasons are simple - fog and light. The coastal habitat of the Redwoods consistently produces morning fog, and when combined with sunrise light rays, the result is spectacular.
This workshop also coincides with historical wildflower blooms. In certain areas of the Redwoods, the forests come alive with rhododendron blooms in early and late spring. In addition, superblooms of lupine can be found in higher elevation oak savannahs during some years.
Because the Redwoods prefer coastal habitats, we'll be staying right on the California coast for close proximity to the best locations. This gives us access to many rugged, sea-stack lined beaches along the California and Oregon Coast as well. The focus is Redwoods, but we have the option of shooting coastal scenes at sunset if conditions permit - diverse options are good!
This is an excellent opportunity for photography enthusiasts of all levels to learn new techniques, improve their skills, and capture the beauty of some of the largest trees on Earth.
HIGHLIGHTS
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- Photograph the largest trees on Earth!
- Mist and fog, which often blanket the Redwoods to create an ethereal, mystical atmosphere.
- Potential Wildflowers - Rhododendron in the Redwood forests and lupine along the coast and in the hills.
- The best locations within Redwoods National and State Parks, Del Norte Coast Redwoods State Park, Jedediah Smith Redwoods State Park, and more!
- Coastal photography opportunities along the rugged northern California coast!
EXPERIENCE NATURE'S GIANTS
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ITINERARY
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DAY 1
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Arrive to McKinleyville, California.
There will be a group orientation at 5:00 pm, followed by a group dinner.
There will be a group orientation at 5:00 pm, followed by a group dinner.
DAY 2-4
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We will depart for sunrise and morning shoots in the Redwoods. We'll spend as much time as we want, and visit numerous locations. Morning shoots can last many hours with the right combination of light and fog - we will shoot as long as conditions and light allow.
After, we'll get breakfast or brunch then spend some time reviewing and processing our images at the hotel.
In the evening, we will eat an early dinner as a group. Then, we'll either head back into the Redwoods or visit a location along the California coast for sunset.
After, we'll get breakfast or brunch then spend some time reviewing and processing our images at the hotel.
In the evening, we will eat an early dinner as a group. Then, we'll either head back into the Redwoods or visit a location along the California coast for sunset.
DAY 5
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On our final day, we'll spend a full morning in the Redwoods. We'll be able to shoot until the light fades.
Afterwards, we'll enjoy our last meal as a group and then conclude the trip.
Flights can be booked home out of California Redwood Coast-Humboldt County Airport (ACV) any time after 12 pm.
Afterwards, we'll enjoy our last meal as a group and then conclude the trip.
Flights can be booked home out of California Redwood Coast-Humboldt County Airport (ACV) any time after 12 pm.
What's Included
All meals and non-alcoholic beverages during the workshop
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All transportation during the workshop
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All lodging during the workshop
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Professional photography guiding and instruction
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National and State Park Entrance Fees
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Gratuity for staff (restaurant, etc.)
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What's Not Included
Flights to and from McKinleyville, California (ACV)
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Meals and lodging outside the workshop dates
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Alcoholic beverages
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Souvenirs and personal items
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Gratuity for your photography guide(s)
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THE BCJ EXPERIENCE
Our proven process for world-class photography workshops, tours, and safaris
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TRIP ENROLLMENT
Our team of Photo Adventure Specialists will guide you through onboarding and enrollment when you book a trip.
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ALL-INCLUSIVE
All logistics are taken care of from trip start to trip end - that means lodging, transportation, meals, and activities.
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AWARD-WINNING PHOTOGRAPHY
Expect excellence; from guides, to locations, to instruction. Our photo workshops are award-winning photography experiences.
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BCJ COMMUNITY
Become part of our family - interact with BCJ guides and new friends. Share images, ask questions, talk about everything photography!
Backcountry Journeys Photography Trips are World-Class
Don't take it from us - we're 2022 Travelers' Choice Award Winners on TripAdvisor!
Our Guests LOVE Backcountry Journeys
At Backcountry Journeys we’ve been perfecting photography trips for years and have some of the BEST photo guides.
With one of the highest return guest ratios in the adventure travel space we’ve become the gold standard for what a photography workshop should look like.
Our commitment to our guests & personalized attention is what sets us apart from the rest – and it shows.
Backcountry Journeys “Tribe” community is one of the most active in the industry – and our guests come back year after year to experience new photo destinations – sometimes several times per year!
SEE WHAT OUR CUSTOMERS HAVE TO SAY
“What an amazing trip we had! Thanks to Ben and PJ, our very competent and patient guides, we saw a huge variety of wonderful vistas from delicate snow scenes in the first two days contrasted with the steam arising in places, to massive mountains in cloud and sunlight, magical pine forests and geysers. At all times we had access to Ben and PJ to ask for advice of needed and they offered suggestions for good angles for shooting landscape and wildlife shots. Among the wildlife we saw were many bison and elk herds, pronghorn antelope, bald eagles, grizzly bears (Mum with two cubs), chipmunks, Red-tailed hawk, coyote and even distant wolves! We were very fortunate with the weather which allowed us to see the landscapes in a variety of moods in snow, cloud and sunlight, all helping to give us a broad taste of these magnificent wilderness parks.
I can highly recommend these tours to anyone as they are great value for money, often exciting, educational and a lot of fun!”
Marion A
Sydney, Australia
“Glacier National Park is glorious! I highly recommend taking this Backcountry Journeys trip. It was our second trip (previously did Zion and Bryce with Russ and Crystal) and my husband and I were very happy with the results.
Matt Meisenheimer is a fabulous guide who really takes his craft seriously. He always made sure we were in the right place at the right time and was willing to put in extra time to allow us to see more areas within the park.
Matt taught me new functions and features on my camera that made me enjoy the trip even more. To be honest, you don’t get much sleep on this trip – up early and out until late, but the landscapes are so beautiful, you just don’t mind.
I can’t wait for our next two trips with Backcountry in 2020 – Yosemite and Grand Teton. I’m sure those trips will be equally awe inspiring and rewarding.”
Linda E
Chicago, Illinois
"Just completed the Great Smoky Mountains in Autumn standard trip with Backcountry Journeys. This is my 3rd trip with BCJ and as was expected it was another awesome trip. Our guides, Russell Graves and Ben Blankenship were great. Having focused mainly on landscape tours previously, this tour had a good mix of landscape and wildlife. Our guides were patient, proficient and extremely helpful in providing tips on appropriate lenses and the proper camera setting for every occasion. Since they had abundant knowledge of the Smokies we were in the right place at the right time. To top off the fact that being in the Park was special, the food and lodging provided throughout the trip were top notch!"
Tony E
Springfield, Missouri
"I'm an amateur photographer and wanted a tour that focused on getting "the picture" as well as teaching you about your camera and getting those pictures. This group did exactly that. I went on Backcountry Journey's Ultimate Northern Lights 6-day trip in Oct 11-17, 2020. Had a fantastic experience! Our guide, Russ, was knowledgeable, helpful, patient and definitely wanted us to have a good photo experience. Ours was a small group (thanks to COVID), but he gave individual attention to each of us and was always ready to answer questions or help. Fortunately for our group, the weather, KP numbers, and solar wind cooperated and we got some incredible pics! Russ had several different sites picked out for us to view the Lights, and was flexible to make changes when the weather dictated to do so. They chose a very nice hotel and restaurants for us. They also had COVID rules that the group adhered to, making the trip comfortable under the circumstances. I would highly recommend the company and will travel with them in the future."
Cindy S
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
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