ALASKA COASTAL BROWN BEAR WORKSHOP
$9995 for 5 days
Thursday September 2, 2027 – Tuesday September 7, 2027
Arrive August 31 in Anchorage, workshop 9/2-9/7, depart September 7th in the late afternoon, or morning of the 8th.
It is very important that you plan on arriving on 8/31 with 9/1 as a buffer. You MUST be on the charter plane on 9/2 at 9am.
INCLUDED IN COST:
5 nights lodging at our premier bear lodge, chef prepared meals
Charter plane flights to and from the bear viewing lodge from Anchorage
A bear viewing guide for the duration of our stay at the lodge
All national park entry & day use fees
All photography instruction and editing sessions
1-hour group Zoom call covering everything you need to know to prepare yourself for this workshop 6 months prior
TIMELINE:
Charter Plane leaves at 9am on 9/2, start photographing bears by lunch time.
9/3-9/6 Session #1 7-9am, breakfast 9-10am, Session #2 10am-12pm, lunch 12-2pm, Session #3 2-5pm, Dinner 5-6pm, Evening session 6-9pm.
9/7 Session #1 7-9am, breakfast 9-10am, charter plane departs at 10am and arrives in Anchorage at approximately 12pm.
PHOTOGRAPHY LOCATION:
Lake Clark National Park
DETAILS:
We have a private lodge just for our workshop. We will all stay together in the lodge with a shared meal space, private rooms and bathrooms
Workshop limited to 6 clients with Tristen & Neil as guides and instructors
NECESSARY GEAR:
- Fishing waders with boots, or fishing pants with Xtratuf boots
- Tripod or monopod if you can’t hand hold your camera
- Short telephoto in the 70-200 range, and telephoto in the 300-400 range. 600mm will be too much
- Camera rain cover ($10-$100)
Travel Insurance (required)
A deposit of $5000 will hold your place in the workshop. The remaining balance of $4995 is due 90 days prior to the workshop on 6/1/27. If the deposit is too much up front we can schedule the payments as such. $2000 holds your spot, with the remaining deposit balance of $3000 due on 11/1/27 and the final balance of $4995 due on 6/1/27.
The $5000 deposit is non-refundable unless your spot is filled, in which case your deposit will be refunded.
NOT INCLUDED IN COST:
Air travel to and from Anchorage Airport in Alaska Tips for bear lodge guide, housekeeping, and chef. Anticipate tips of $700-$1000.
Hotel stay in Anchorage on 8/31, 9/1 and 9/7. We will coordinate which hotel we are staying at prior to trip.
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There are few wildlife experiences that compare to spending time with Alaska's coastal brown bears. In September 2027 join us for five unforgettable days at an exclusive bear lodge, where every day is dedicated to photographing these incredible animals in one of the world's premier bear habitats.
We will walk alongside them, watch them play, catch fish, clam, and live their lives in the wild in some of the most incredible coastal landscapes. We will not be viewing them from afar, our average distance will be roughly 30 yards or closer! We will be with a bear viewing guide each day that gives us instruction on how to interact safely with the bears.
Our dates also have a big chance for Northern Lights
Between outings, you'll return to the lodge to enjoy world class chef-prepared meals, comfortable accommodations, and the opportunity to review images and refine your skills.
You will have the opportunity to create powerful images while learning the techniques that bring wildlife photography to life. With a small group size of 6 guests and experienced instruction, you'll enjoy personalized guidance in the field, helping to improve your photography while experiencing Alaska's wild beauty up close.
From sunrise to sunset, every detail is designed so you can focus on what matters most, immersing yourself in an unforgettable wildlife photography experience.
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