JANUARY
Angkor Wat and Bagan—Temples of Cambodia and Myanmar
Dates: January 12–27, 2005
Leader: James Martin and local guides
An outstanding visit to two of Southeast Asia’s awe-inspiring and highly photogenic centers of ancient religious activities
Ultimate Yellowstone
Dates: January 23–30, 2005
Leader: Michael Francis
The very best of Yellowstone’s snowy interior, wildlife and landscapes guided by an exceptional photographer who lives there
Laos and Vietnam
Dates: January 28–February 17, 2005
Leader: James Martin and local guide
Sixteenth century monasteries, pagodas, temples and spectacular coastal scenery—highlights of this Exploratory through Laos and Vietnam along the Mekong River to its delta and the sea
FEBRUARY
Ultimate Yellowstone II
Dates: January 30–February 6, 2005
Leader: Michael Francis
The very best of Yellowstone’s snowy interior, wildlife and landscapes guided by an exceptional photographer who lives there
Japan's Winter Wildlife
Dates: February 5–19, 2005
Leader: Joe Van Os and local guide
Incredible photographic access to snow monkeys, Japanese cranes, whooper swans, white-tailed and Steller’s sea eagles. One of Earth’s finest—yet least-known—winter wildlife shoots
MARCH
The Singular Beauty of Herons
Dates: March 6–12, 2005
Leader: Joe Van Os
An extraordinary and very relaxed shoot at two of Central Florida’s most remarkable, accessible and photogenic heronries at the peak of the nesting season
Monument Valley and Slot Canyons
Dates: March 19–25, 2005
Leader: Cliff Zenor
A photographic exploration of the incomparable slickrock landforms found in the heart of Navajo country. Our group explores the “Valley” with an expert local Navajo guide
Joshua Tree National Park and the Anza-Borrego State Park
Dates: March 26–April 1, 2005
Leader: Jeff Vanuga
Our “digital desert” field workshop will provide field instruction emphasizing shooting techniques to digitally capture wildflowers, palm groves, cacti and sweeping vistas
APRIL
White Horses of France’s Camargue
Dates: April 2–10, 2005
Leaders: Joe Van Os and Patrice Aguilar
Dreamlike white horses thundering—manes flashing, foam flying—across the shallow marshlands of France’s famous Camargue. Optional Provence extension
Undiscovered Patagonia
Dates: April 16–27, 2005
Leaders: John Shaw and Alejandro Ronchetti
Exceptional landscape photography of Chile’s mountainous Central Patagonia at the height of fall color. Can combine with Patagonia’s Mountain Landscapes tour
Sakura Hanami: Landscapes of Traditional Japan at Cherry Blossom Time
Dates: April 17–29, 2005
Leader: Stuart Westmorland and local guide
A photographic exploration of Japan’s shrines, temples, gardens, waterfalls and exquisite rural landscapes at the height of spring’s cherry blossom time
Great Smoky Mountains
Dates: April 23–29, 2005
Leader: Darrell Gulin
Photograph a rich diversity of plants, animals and beautiful habitats at the height of wildflower season. Learn techniques for shooting wildflowers as close-ups and in landscapes
Patagonia’s Mountain Landscapes
Dates: April 25–May 5, 2005
Leaders: John Shaw and Alejandro Ronchetti
The astonishing rugged mountain landscapes of the southern Andes plus a photographic wealth of wildlife
MAY
Wildlife of Brazil's Pantanal
Dates: May 6–21, 2005
Leaders: Cliff Zenor and Paulo Boute
The world’s premier wetland with stunning birds and mammals, plus the incomparable Iguassu Falls
Ultimate Dolphins
Dates: May 7–14, 2005
Leader: Stuart Westmorland
An incomparable “wildlife models” shoot focusing on bottlenose dolphins. Photo sessions also include a host of tropical birds and other Neotropical wildlife.
Snow Monkeys and Giant Pandas
Dates: May 24–June 6, 2005
Leader: Joe Van Os and local guides
Photograph Asia’s two most endearing wildlife icons in springtime. Shoot pandas in a riverside setting in Wolong, China, and snow monkeys with newborn infants in Nagano, Japan
JUNE
The World’s Best Raptor Shoot, Spring
Dates: June 4–9, 2005
Leader: Perry Conway
A fabulous smorgasbord of hawks and owls are served up in dramatic mountain backgrounds and vibrant prairie wildflowers. No other raptor models shoot compares to this one
Predatory Animals of North America, Spring
Dates: June 4–9, 2005
Leader: Len Rue, Jr.
A wonderful assortment of North American animals as “wildlife models” with babies
California Redwoods and the Oregon Coast
Dates: June 4–10, 2005
Leader: Cliff Zenor
Giant coastal redwoods and flowering rhododendrons at the peak of bloom plus the dramatic southern Oregon coastline
Pacific Northwest Gardens
Dates: June 4–10, 2005
Leader: Darrell Gulin
Explore and photograph many of the famous public and private gardens in the Pacific Northwest in springtime and learn the secrets of an expert’s unique garden photography techniques
Washington’s Palouse Country in Spring
Dates: June 11–17, 2005
Leaders: John Shaw and Joe Van Os
The world’s most intriguing tapestry of photogenic “rolling” farm country and beautiful barns—blue skies, yellow canola, chartreuse lentils and emerald wheat.
Essential Iceland
Dates: June 11–23, 2005
Leader: Wayne Lynch and local guide
The Land of Fire and Ice as few will ever see it—puffins, icebergs, waterfalls, wildflowers, geysers and unusual coastal landscapes
The Polar Bears and Wildlife of Spitsbergen
Dates: June 23–July 5, 2005
Photo Leaders: Wayne Lynch, Joe Van Os, Rinie van Meurs and Darrell Gulin
Expedition Leader: Dennis Mense
Exceptional polar bear photography, High Arctic landscapes, fantastic wildlife—the ultimate Arctic Photo Safari
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JULY
Brown Bears of Katmai National Park in Summer
Dates: July 1–6, 2005
Leaders: Perry Conway and Todd Pierce
The classic bear/salmon conflict at Brooks River Falls. No other location or season offers this classic shot of falls-jumping salmon and the hungry bears awaiting them
Olympic National Park
Next Generation Field Workshop
Dates: July 26–31, 2005
Leaders: Ray Pfortner and Nancy Rotenberg with chaperoning assistants
Talented instructors offer our young workshop team members one-on-one and group field instruction, shooting a variety of subjects in this diverse national park
Washington’s Palouse Country at Harvest Time
Dates: July 30–August 5, 2005
Leaders: Darrell Gulin and Joe Van Os
The Palouse in its “gold season.” Waving wheat and dazzling auburn lentils are the substrate for photogenic barns and spectacular crop patterns during the harvest
AUGUST
Kenya Wildlife
Dates: August 26–September 10, 2005
Leader: Jeff Vanuga and local guides
Masai Mara, Lake Nakuru and Samburu—the classic Kenya wildlife safari, during the zebra/wildebeest migration season, with only 3 photographers per vehicle
Namibia Wildlife and Landscapes
Dates: August 28–September 12, 2005
Leader: Wayne Lynch and local guides
The wildlife of Etosha National Park and the spectacular sand dunes of Sossusvlei are featured in this exciting tour. Trip includes Cape Cross fur seal colony, kokerboom “forest” and more
Focus On: Horses and Icons of the Wild West
Dates: August 29–September 3, 2005
Leaders: Darrell Gulin, Joe Van Os and Rick Sammon
Capture the boundless beauty of horses and the essence of the American cowboy in this exclusive photo shoot
SEPTEMBER
Focus On: Denali National Park in Autumn
Dates: September 3–10, 2005
Leaders: John Shaw, Jack Dykinga, Len Rue, Jr. and Cliff Zenor
The mountain, wildlife and landscapes at the predicted height of fall color at our exclusively chartered lodge within the park
Brown Bears of Katmai National Park in Autumn
Dates: September 10–15, 2005
Leaders: John Shaw and Len Rue, Jr.
Bears in thick winter pelage with fiery red salmon. Can be combined with Focus On: Denali National Park in Autumn
Unbelievable Madagascar
Dates: September 13–October 3, 2005
Leader: Wayne Lynch and local guides
Photograph the strangest assemblage of wild animals and habitats in the world—lemurs, chameleons, tenrecs, spiny forest, baobabs and also visit a fantastic native species game farm
Predatory Animals of North America, Autumn
Dates: September 24–29, 2005
Leader: Perry Conway
North American animals as wildlife models with dazzling fall color backgrounds
Colorado Fall Colors
Dates: September 24–30, 2005
Leader: Todd Pierce
Colorful aspen forests punctuate photography of mountain topography—jagged, pointed summits and deep breathtaking valleys straight out of an artist’s imagination
OCTOBER
South Dakota Wildlife, Bison Roundup and Mt. Rushmore
Dates: October 2–8, 2005
Leader: Michael Francis
A spectacular stampeding bison herd is just the start of this exciting photo shoot of abundant prairie wildlife and fall color, plus the towering American icon, Mount Rushmore
Focus On: Capitol Reef National Park & The Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument, Utah
Dates: October 2–9, 2005
Leaders: Jack Dykinga, Jeff Foott, Jeff Vanuga and Cliff Zenor
Photograph soaring, multicolored cliffs, cottonwood-lined canyons, fluid sandstone sculptures, waterfalls and flaming aspen groves
The World’s Best Raptor Shoot, Autumn
Dates: October 8–13, 2005
Leader: Perry Conway
Vivid fall colors accentuate the piercing fierce eyes of this incredible selection of North American hawks and owls on this extraordinary one-of-a-kind shoot
Acadia National Park, Maine
Dates: October 8–14, 2005
Leader: Len Rue, Jr.
Learn the techniques to shoot rugged coastal landscapes, vibrant fall colors, prolific mushrooms, a photogenic lighthouse. In addition, learn the techniques for eating a tasty lobster dinner
Bryce Canyon National Park and Antelope Canyon
Dates: October 10–16, 2005
Leader: Cliff Zenor and local guide
The sensuous lines and luminous reflected light of Upper and Lower Antelope Canyons plus the incredible glowing “hoodoo” landscapes of Bryce Canyon National Park
Essential China
Dates: October 14–November 1, 2005
Leader: Joe Van Os and local guide
Photographs the nature and culture that parallel the centuries old traditions of Chinese art. Visit the Great Wall, Temple of Heaven, and the Li River at Guilin, Mount Huangshan, and more
Alps In Autumn: Zermatt, Berner Oberland and Chamonix
October 15–27, 2005
Leaders: James Martin and José Delgado
Spectacular mountain photography including the Matterhorn, Jungfrau, Eiger, Monch, Chamonix Needles and Mont Blanc at the peak of fall colors
NOVEMBER
New Zealand Flying Safari
Dates: November 1–14, 2005
Leader: Wayne Lynch with Aubrey Lang and local guides
Photograph the spectacular land of The Lord of the Rings traveling by luxurious private Douglas DC-3 aircraft. Wildlife, landscapes, mountain scenics and rare penguins
The Falkland Islands
Dates: November 24–December 12, 2005
Leader: Jim Martin and local guides
A comprehensive and leisurely visit to one of the world’s great wildlife photography locations. Hike to nearby penguin and albatross colonies, see elephant seals battle on the beach
DECEMBER
Private Ranches of the Rio Grande Valley
Dates: December 3–9, 2005
Leader: Michael Francis
Exclusive access to four unique ranches, each providing several professionally designed photo blinds offering a photogenic wealth of amazing birds and mammals along the Rio Grande
White Villages of Southern Spain
Dates: December 3–16, 2005
Leaders: Joe Van Os and José Delgado
Andalusia—regarded as quintessential Spain. Photograph the picturesque whitewashed villages of the Costa del Sol, plus Granada and the stately Alhambra palace
FEBRUARY 2006
Ultimate Antarctica
Dates: February 2–March 1, 2006
Leaders: Joe Van Os, Wayne Lynch, Darrell Gulin, Dennis Mense, Rinie van Meurs, and 11 other leaders
The world’s most comprehensive photo cruise offered to the Falklands, South Georgia and Antarctica during the height of the penguin chick-rearing season. Shoot 6 full days in South Georgia
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