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		Dates May 1–8, 2007 Leader Jack Dykinga and Jeff Foott Fee $3,195 from Scottsdale, Arizona Deposit $300 Limit 16 Terms and Conditions Descend into one of the most idyllic landscapes in America—the heart of the Grand Canyon at Havasu—and immerse in this sumptuous land of fiery red rock, towering white waterfalls, turquoise plunge pools, and soft spring greens of cottonwoods, ferns and grapevine tangles. Havasu Canyon is arguably the most beautiful of the Grand Canyon’s numerous "side canyons"—those intersecting tributaries that aid the formation of the spectacular 280-mile-long chasm. Here, within the secluded lands of the native Havasupai—"the people of the blue-green water"—we’ll photograph in one of the most picturesque locations in Arizona, if not all of North America! Following sunset and sunrise shoots on the South Rim of Grand Canyon National Park, we travel to the village of Supai—where the mail still arrives by packhorse, and access is by foot, horse or helicopter. For our journey, packhorses carry most of our heavy gear down from the canyon rim, while we board a helicopter for an awe-inspiring descent into a labyrinth of red sandstone. From our landing site, an easy two-mile trail to camp leads us into the canyon’s remote backcountry, passing 80-foot-high Navajo Falls and 100-foot-high Havasu Falls. We spend four nights at the only private base camp in the Grand Canyon. Situated in a tranquil spot beneath shady cottonwood trees at the foot of an imposing red sandstone cliff, our camp features its own private beach and cobalt-blue swimming hole. Nearby, beautiful turquoise waters cascade over three major waterfalls—including majestic 200-foot-high Mooney Falls. From our comfortable base camp, we’ll walk up canyon to a hidden cleft in the cliff wall connecting to the Tonto Platform. This broad terrace, situated between the Supai Sandstone and Redwall Limestone formations, provides a wonderful vantage point to photograph sweeping vistas across the Grand Canyon to the North Rim, and also capture views of Havasu and Mooney Falls. Access to the bottom of Mooney Falls is possible by a narrow ledge for the adventurous and sure-footed members of our group. A walk into Carbonate Canyon will furnish opportunities to shoot the dramatic rainbow colors and the subtle shapes of this attractive narrow slot canyon. Some of the most enticing images will be found in several nearby side canyons whose murmuring springs feed lush gardens of ferns and watercress, and whose clear cascades lead to awe-inspiring overlooks. We’ll have a relaxed photographic schedule with many opportunities to revisit locations to enjoy the changing play of light and shadows, and explore the varied features of this remote and timeless landscape. In the words of author Loren Eiseley: "If there is magic on this planet, it is contained in water." In this magical land of blue-green water you can concentrate on your photography and, for a time, transcend the cares of the outside world. Day 1 (May 1) Fly to Phoenix, Arizona, and transfer to our hotel in Scottsdale in time for dinner. (D) Day 2 Morning departure for Grand Canyon National Park. We drive north through the Sonoran Desert and into the high plateaus and red rock canyons of northern Arizona. We arrive at our park lodge in time for evening photography on the South Rim. (BLD) Day 3 We rise early for a sunrise shoot along the South Rim. Leaving the national park later in the morning, we drive to the Hualapai Hilltop—where most of our baggage is transferred from the rim into the canyon by packhorses—and board our helicopter. We touch down in Supai Village and hike to our luxury base camp past photogenic Navajo and Havasu Falls. (An optional horseback ride from the village to our base camp may be arranged for an additional fee.) (BLD) Days 4–6 Considered the gem of the Grand Canyon, the red rock landscapes, frothy waterfalls and turquoise pools of Havasu, and their environs, are our photo subjects for three full days. We’ll have exceptional opportunities to capture the changing light on the land. (BLD) Day 7 We have time for morning photography before we return to Supai Village to board our helicopter for the return flight to the rim. Drive back to our Scottsdale hotel, arriving in time for a late evening farewell dinner. (BLD)   Day 8 (May 8) Participants depart at any time today. About our Havasu Falls Base Camp We spend four nights of the tour at a luxury base camp in Havasu Canyon. All camping equipment and amenities are provided, including roomy tents (singles are available), sleeping bags and "ultra-comfortable" air mattresses. The camp has picnic tables, camp chairs and hammocks. Delicious gourmet meals are prepared in camp by experienced and knowledgeable guides. Sun-heated showers are available at a wash/shower station—although you may prefer to bathe in the beautiful swimming hole.

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