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JANUARY
Ultimate Wolves—Wildlife Models Shoot
Dates: Jan 10–15, 2009
Leader: Perry Conway
A wolf photography shoot in snowy landscapes. We place the wolves in packs as well as solitary situations to create
the definitive winter wolf portfolio. Additional bonus species added between wolf shoots.
Nature & Digital Photography Seminar with John Shaw
Dates: Jan 17–18, 2009
Location: Dallas, Texas
A 2-day seminar on nature and digital photography from one of the most renowned and respected nature photographers around.
Ultimate Yellowstone
Dates: Jan 24–31, 2009
Leader: Michael Francis
The very best of Yellowstone’s snowy interior, wildlife and landscapes guided by an exceptional photographer who
knows the park intimately. Travel in large snow coaches makes this trip very comfortable.
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FEBRUARY
Nature & Digital Photography Seminar with John Shaw
Dates: Feb 7–8, 2009
Location: Raleigh, North Carolina
A 2-day seminar on nature and digital photography from one of the most renowned and respected nature photographers around.
Japan's Winter Wildlife—Snow Monkeys, Whooper Swans, Sea Eagles & Japanese Cranes
Dates: Feb 12–27, 2009
Leader: Joe Van Os
Incredible photographic access to snow monkeys, Japanese cranes, whooper swans, white-tailed and Steller’s sea
eagles. Trip lengthened in 2009 for an additional day’s photography on Hokkaido. One of Earth’s finest—yet least known—winter wildlife shoots.
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MARCH
Florida Birds—The Best of the West
Dates: Mar 7–13, 2009
Leader: Jeff Vanuga
The best of western Florida’s extraordinary bird habitats at "high season" and a wonderful escape from winter. Shoot
habituated shorebirds, gulls, terns, skimmers, pelicans and a variety of herons. One day we photograph roseate
spoonbills and herons in Tampa Bay by small boats. Visit the Venice heronry.
Nature & Digital Photography Seminar with John Shaw
Dates: Mar 7–8, 2009
Location: Phoenix, Arizona
A 2-day seminar on nature and digital photography from one of the most renowned and respected nature photographers around.
Midway Atoll
Dates:
Tour 1: Mar 23–31, 2009
Tour 2: Mar 30–Apr 7, 2009
Leaders:
Tour 1: Joe Van Os
Tour 2: Perry Conway
"Shoot" amazing wildlife on this remote and newly re-opened wildlife refuge during the nesting season. Close
encounters with Laysan albatross, tropicbirds, boobies and great frigatebirds—plus Hawaiian monk seals and green
sea turtles.
The Aurora Borealis—Fairbanks, Alaska
Dates: Mar 9–16, 2009
Leaders: Terry and Julie Eggers
Capture the amazing spectacle of the nighttime aurora borealis, the ice sculptures of the World Ice Art Championships,
plus the "Limited" Sled Dog Racing Championships at Fairbanks. Relax at famous Chena Hot Springs Lodge.
Monument Valley & Slot Canyons
Dates: Mar 14–20, 2009
Leader: Cliff Zenor
A photographic exploration of the incomparable slickrock landforms found in the heart of Navajo country. Our group
explores the "Valley" with expert local Navajo guides.
Nature & Digital Photography Seminar with John Shaw
Dates: Mar 14–15, 2009
Location: Boston, Massachusetts
A 2-day seminar on nature and digital photography from one of the most renowned and respected nature photographers around.
White Horses of France’s Camargue
Dates: Mar 28–Apr 5, 2009
Leaders: John Shaw and Patrice Aguilar
Dreamlike white horses thundering—manes flashing, foam flying—across the shallow marshlands and ocean beaches
of France’s famous Camargue.
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APRIL
Springtime in Callaway Gardens, Georgia
Dates: Apr 5–11, 2009
Leader: Julie Eggers
The peak of the colorful azalea bloom at this world-renowned garden wonderland. Photograph thousands of exotic
butterflies in a tropical conservatory in a specially-arranged session prior to opening hours.
Galápagos
Dates: Apr 10–19, 2009
Leaders: Wayne Lynch, Aubrey Lang and Joe Van Os
Darwin’s enchanted islands during the 200th anniversary year of his birth. Photograph albatrosses, penguins, boobies,
tortoises and iguanas at their best. Travel aboard a luxurious boat with great midday snorkeling opportunities!
Finland's Arctic Wildlife
Dates: Apr 14–26, 2009
Leaders: David Tipling and Jari Peltomäki
Snow-covered landscapes and frozen lakes with arctic wildlife, including eider and reindeer. Special hides are used to
capture lekking capercailies. The best place to photograph European brown bears in old growth forest near the Russian
border.
Patagonia’s Mountain Landscapes—Torres del Paine, Fitzroy & Cerro Torre
Dates: Apr 16–May 1, 2009
Leaders: James Martin and Alejandro Ronchetti
The astonishing and incomparable rugged mountain landscapes of the southern Andes plus a photographic wealth of
wildlife, glaciers and vibrant fall colors.
Eclectic Holland
Dates: Apr 17–27, 2009
Leaders: Rinie van Meurs and Darrell Gulin
The best of Holland at the height of "tulip time." Trip visits the famous Keukenhof garden park and the northern bulb
fields. Create fantastic images at Apenheul primate zoo and the Kinderdijk Windmills World Heritage Site.
Great Smoky Mountains
Dates: Apr 18–24, 2009
Leader: Len Rue, Jr.
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.
Grand Canyon at Havasu Falls
Dates: Apr 18–25, 2009
Leaders: Todd Pierce and Adam Jones and local guides
Photograph Arizona’s most idyllic landscape. Camp amidst this land of fiery red rock, towering white waterfalls, turquoise
plunge pools, and soft greens of spring cottonwoods.
Mexico's Colonial Heartland
Dates: Apr 19–26, 2009
Leaders: John Shaw and Terry Eggers
Photograph the most beautiful colonial cities of Mexico’s central highlands—San Miguel de Allende and Guanajuato.
Exquisite architecture, mild climate, colonial romance and great photography combine on this highly productive tour.
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MAY
Wildlife of Brazil's Pantanal
Dates: May 1–15, 2009
Leaders: Wayne Lynch and Paulo Boute
The world’s premier wetland with photo access to stunning birds and mammals, plus the incomparable Iguassu Falls—recently
featured in the new Indiana Jones movie.
Turkey—Continental Crossroads
Dates: May 8–23, 2009
Leader: Mehmet Özbalci
Spectacular Cappadocia landscapes, extraordinary architecture, incredible Greek and Roman ruins, a wonderful cuisine
and friendly people combine to create this a Photo Safari of superlatives.
Ultimate Dolphins—Wildlife Models Shoot
Dates: May 9–16, 2009
Leader: Stuart Westmorland
An incomparable "wildlife models" shoot focusing on bottlenose dolphins in open water settings. Photo sessions also
include parrots, macaws and a host of tropical birds, plus monkeys and other Neotropical wildlife.
The Best of the Greek Isles
Dates: May 13–25, 2009
Leaders: Darrell Gulin and Joe Van Os
The iconic whitewashed villages, blue-domed churches, historic windmills and picturesque harbors provide the inspiration
for this exciting springtime photo shoot. Trip visits 3 quintessential Greek Isles—Crete, Mykonos, Santorini.
Tuscany
Dates: May 13–23, 2009
Leaders: Terry Eggers and Adam Jones
The classic Italian landscapes of cypress-lined roads, medieval hill towns, ancient Etruscan sites, and charming people
combined with marvelous regional food, served "Under the Tuscan Sun."
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JUNE
Washington's Palouse Country
Dates: June 13–19, 2009
Leaders: Darrell Gulin 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.
Predatory Animals of North America in Spring—Wildlife Models Shoot
Dates: Jun 14–19 2009
Leader: Len Rue, Jr.
A wonderful assortment of North American animals as "wildlife models" with babies placed in exceptionally beautiful
habitats.
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JULY
Brown Bears of Katmai National Park in Summer
Dates: July 7–12, 2009
Leader: Len Rue, Jr.
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, Washington
Dates: Jul 18–24, 2009
Leader: Terry Eggers
Mountain scenery, luxuriant wildflowers, rugged coastline, tide pools and verdant, moss-draped rain forest combine in
this quintessential Northwest shoot.
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AUGUST
Washington's Palouse Country
Dates: Aug 1–7, 2009
Leaders: John Shaw and Terry Eggers
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.
Humpback Whales of Alaska's Inside Passage
Dates: Aug 1–8, 2009
Leader: Stuart Westmorland
Breaching and bubble-net feeding humpback whales, orcas and bald eagles amid awesome Alaskan scenery
surrounding one of America’s most picturesque waterways and famous national parks.
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SEPTEMBER
The Masai Mara Wildlife Reserve, Kenya
Dates: Sep 4–18, 2009
Leaders: John Shaw, Darrell Gulin, Wayne Lynch, Jeff Vanuga and
Joe Van Os
More than 10 full shooting days at one of Africa’s (if not the world’s) most extraordinary wildlife safari locations, at our
exclusive camp, with 3 photographers per vehicle.
Denali National Park in Autumn
Dates: Sep 5–12, 2009
Leader: Len Rue, Jr.
The mountain, landscapes and wildlife of one of Alaska’s most spectacular parks at the predicted height of fall color.
The best time of year for the potential of clear skies to shoot Mt. McKinley.
Alaska Overland
Dates: Sep 5–14, 2009
Leaders: Terry and Julie Eggers
A classic Alaska road trip at the peak of fall color. Enjoy photography of spectacular snow-clad peaks, rushing rivers,
calving glaciers and a boat trip on Prince William Sound. Includes day trips to Denali and Wrangel-St. Elias National
Parks.
Essential China—Iconic Landmarks & Landscapes of the Middle Kingdom
Dates: Sep 7–22, 2009
Leader: Adam Jones
Photograph the nature and culture that parallel the centuries old traditions of Chinese art. Visit the Great Wall, Temple
of Heaven, the Li River at Guilin, Mount Huangshan, Xi’an and more.
Brown Bears of Katmai National Park in Autumn
Dates: Sep 12–18, 2009
Leader: Len Rue, Jr.
Bears in thick winter pelage with fiery red salmon in oxbow lakes and feeder streams. Trip can be combined with
Denali National Park in Autumn for 2 weeks of exciting photography.
Madagascar
Dates: Sep 12–29, 2009
Leader: James Martin
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.
Yellowstone & Grand Tetons in Autumn
Dates: Sep 20–26, 2009
Leader: Len Rue, Jr.
Two of America’s most scenically-spectacular wildlife parks during the exciting elk rut—at the peak of fall aspen color.
Botswana Wildlife
Dates: Sep 18–Oct 1, 2009
Leader: Joe Van Os
Shoot Botswana’s abundant wildlife from three of the country’s premier bush camps in delta and desert habitats. Added
photo highlights may include wild dogs and a troop of photogenic, habituated meerkats!
Colorado Fall Colors
Dates: Sep 27–Oct 3, 2009
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.
Predatory Animals of North America in Autumn—Wildlife Models Shoot
Dates: Sep 26–Oct 1, 2009
Leader: Perry Conway
North American animals as wildlife models with dazzling Minnesota fall color backgrounds.
Horses & Icons of the Wild West in Autumn
Dates: Sep 27–Oct 3, 2009
Leaders: Darrell Gulin and Jeff Vanuga
Capture the boundless beauty of horses and the essence of the American cowboy in this exclusive photo shoot.
Photograph herds of horses against mountain and red-rock backgrounds at our spectacular Wyoming ranch location.
Mongolia—The Golden Eagle Festival
Dates: Sep 27–Oct 11, 2009
Leader: David Tipling
Photograph impressive Kazakh falconers with their hunting eagles, the legendary Gobi Desert and Flaming Cliffs
dinosaur fields, plus the monasteries and landscapes near Ulaanbaatar.
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OCTOBER
Exploring Lake Powell
Dates: Oct 4–10, 2009
Leader: Cliff Zenor and local guides
Photograph towering buttes and panoramic Colorado Plateau landscapes reflected in tranquil blue-green waters.
Travel by boat to explore the lake’s "hidden gems" including numerous remote side canyons and untrodden rose-colored
beaches. Shoot the dramatic autumn western skies and glowing red-rock monoliths at sunset. Trip includes one
morning at Rainbow Bridge National Monument.
The World's Best Raptor Shoot—Wildlife Models Shoot
Dates: Oct 10–15, 2009
Leader: Perry Conway
Vivid fall colors accentuate the piercing fierce eyes of this incredible selection of North American hawks and owls on
this one-of-a-kind shoot in Colorado.
Nova Scotia—Photo Tour for Women
Dates: Oct 10–16, 2009
Leader: Julie Eggers
Rugged, rocky headlands, lighthouses carved into granite ledges, quiet harbors on foggy mornings, tide pools and
crashing waves, and hillsides of fall-colored maples—all of these exciting photographic possibilities describe our Nova
Scotia tour—for women only.
India—Rajasthan & Pushkar Fair
Dates: Oct 23–Nov 3, 2009
Leader: Adam Jones
Photograph the vast and vibrant camel market and the colorful traditionally-dressed ethnic groups near Pushkar.
Experience the best of Rajasthan—including the awe-inspiring Taj Mahal of Agra and the jewel-like "Pink City" of
Jaipur.
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NOVEMBER
Laos & Vietnam
Dates: Nov 3–20, 2009
Leader: James Martin and local guides
Sixteenth-century monasteries, pagodas, temples and spectacular coastal scenery are highlights of this Photo Safari
through Laos and Vietnam along the Mekong River to its delta and the sea.
Ultimate Antarctica
Dates: Nov 14–Dec 11, 2009
Leaders: Joe Van Os, John Shaw, Wayne Lynch,
Darrell Gulin, Chris Edwards, Joe McDonald, Mary Ann McDonald, Anna Sutcliffe and Ellie Van Os
The world’s most comprehensive photo cruise offered to the Falklands, South Georgia and Antarctica. Shoot 6 full days
in South Georgia. A peak experience in the life of a nature photographer!
Bald Eagles of the Chilkat River, Alaska
Dates: Nov 15–21, 2009
Leader: Perry Conway
The world’s largest gathering of bald eagles amidst a snowy mountain backdrop. Photograph these majestic birds in a
wide variety of inspiring winter settings.
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DECEMBER
Bosque del Apache & White Sands, New Mexico
Dates: Dec 5–11, 2009
Leader: Len Rue, Jr.
Photograph blizzards of snow geese and sandhill cranes plus eagles, ducks and a host of other wildlife, as well as the
undulating gypsum dunes of White Sands National Monument.
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