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Glacier National Park

"A Photo Adventure in the Crown Jewel of the Continent"

July 18-24, 2010

Glacier National Park, in Northern Montana, is considered by many to be the crown jewel of the national park system.  This spectacular park encompasses an area of rugged, snow-capped peaks carved like matterhorns.  In it a thousand waterfalls hurl themselves over cliffs, several dozen glaciers glisten in the sun, and over 200 lakes shimmer in sparkling beauty. Your photographic possibilities will be vast and numerous including the stunning alpine scenery, abundant wildlife, and meadows of wildflowers; all of this under the instruction and guidance of your experienced workshop leader. 

Glacier in July delivers the best in scenery, wildlife opportunities, fair weather, and wildflowers.  The days are typically in the 50º F to 70º F range with little chance of precipitation. You will be photographing landscapes and wildlife ranging from the low valleys lined with towering peaks to the alpine regions at or above treeline. Jeff will get you to the best locations at the right times to maximize the drama in the scenes.  You will walk away from this trip with an unforgettable photo adventure. 

Many of the locations are roadside or require a short hike to deliver us to extraordinary locations. As is true for all of Jeff's tours, you can not only expect to have photographic opportunities be maximized but you will also get significant time with learning Jeff's post-processing techniques. With the exception of the first night in Kalispell, we will stay the entire week lodged in one location so packing and unpacking will be unnecessary. Come join Jeff for a trip of a lifetime to the crown jewel of North America.

Itinerary

  • Sunday, July 18:  Airport pick-up. At 6:00 pm we meet in the lobby of motel for introductions and dinner.
  • Monday, July 19:  Drive from Kalispell to Lake McDonald and Logan Pass for morning pictures.  Check into lodge in St. Mary’s, MT – our headquarters for the remainder of the week.  Early afternoon critique and digital darkroom session.  Afternoon and sunset pictures on the Going-to-the-Sun Highway.
  • Tuesday, July 20:  Sunrise and morning pictures in the Chief Mountain area.  Early afternoon critique and digital darkroom session.  Afternoon and sunset pictures along Upper St. Mary Lake and Sun Rift Gorge.
  • Wednesday, July 21:  Sunrise and morning pictures at St. Mary Lake and Logan Pass.  Hike to Hidden Lake. Afternoon and sunset pictures on Logan Pass.
  • Thursday, July 22:  Sunrise and morning pictures in the Two Medicine Lake area.  Hike to Running Eagle Falls.  Early afternoon critique and digital darkroom session. Afternoon and sunset pictures on the Going to the Sun Highway.
  • Friday, July 23:  Sunrise and morning pictures at Swiftcurrent Lake. Hike to Red Rock Lake and Red Rock Falls.  Early afternoon critique and digital darkroom session. Afternoon and sunset pictures in the Many Glacier area.
  • Saturday, July 24:  Sunrise and morning pictures in Glacier.  Drive back across Logan Pass to Kalispell.  Tour ends at 11:00 am.  Airport drop-off.

*Tentative - subject to change

Tour Details

Date:  July 18-24, 2010

Fee:  $1895 per person
(based on double occupancy)

Origination Point: Kalispell, Montana

Nearest Airports:
Glacier Park International Airport, Kalispell, Montana

Rating:  Easy to Moderate

Limit: 6 people

Terms and Conditions

Tour Highlights

Six Days of Photography in:

  • The most dramatic mountain and alpine scenery in the lower forty-eight
  • Photograph many of North America's large mammals (e.g., mountain goats, bighorn sheep, grizzly bear, black bear, moose, elk and deer
  • Learn all of Jeff's technical and artistic techniques
  • Learn and practice Jeff's digital workflow
  • Experience Jeff's unique teaching style characterized by enthusiasm, intensity, and patience
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Testimonial

"Of all of the times I have been to Glacier, this time was the best.  I got to photograph areas that were spectacular and I really appreciate the guidance and instruction you provided.  Thank you for an amazing adventure" - Morgan F.