Nature Photographers of America

Best of Yellowstone and Grand Tetons National Park Fall

World famous Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Parks are some of the most exciting places in the world to photograph landscapes and wildlife. This is a must see on any nature photographer's and wildlife lover's list. Join us as we explore this park and the surrounding areas.

The Greater Yellowstone ecosystem is a mountainous region bisected by the continental divide. Several peaks like Grand Teton are over 13,000 feet. Powerful geological forces created this landscape.

Fall is a great time to visit as the huge summer crowds and traffic jams are gone. Wildlife is more abundant. It is the time of year when many other professional photographers and videographers visit the park annually.

Yellowstone has one of the greatest concentrations of thermal activity. It is home to the famous Old Faithful. It also has beautiful rivers, geysers, springs, mudpots, waterfalls, canyons, ponds, and mountains. Vibrant leaves of aspen and cottonwood show off their fall color. We will visit a gorge carved by time and water that some people think rivals the Grand Canyon.

These two parks are the premiere wildlife viewing areas in the US. Creatures great and small await us at almost every corner. We will be visiting the parks during the rut for elk, moose, and pronghorn. This is a great time to photograph great wildlife behavior like courtship, territorial displays, and sparing. The elk will bugle, spar, and herd cows this time of year. Other species that are commonly photographed are moose, bison, big horned sheep, mule deer, coyotes, wolves, and bears. The mammals will have their prime winter fur since they are getting ready for the harsh winter ahead. Bird sightings can be very exciting as we will look for trumpeter swans and great grey owls or whatever else we discover.

Our itinerary will be planned around recent wildlife activity, lighting, and weather conditions. We need to take advantage of the unique opportunities. Our goal is to see the beauty of the parks. Come and enjoy the autumn tranquility of this great ecosystem.

Group Size:

Our group size is smaller than most other tour companies. This will maximize learning and allow us to get closer to wildlife.

This offers several advantages:

Maximize Learning, Better Access and allow a closer approach to wildlife.

We will be traveling in one vehicle designed for wildlife viewing.

Requirements: Skill and Fitness Levels:

Anyone with an interest in photography from a beginner to professional.

The participants should have a love of nature and enjoy the company of other people in a small group setting.

This trip will involve some short hikes from 1 to 3 miles some hikes may have slippery or uneven terrain.

Participants should be interested in both Wildlife and Landscape Photography.

For More info or to sign up please visit our website and click on the photo tours page

https://www.sphotography.com

About Us:

John Slonina has been leading photo tours and workshops for decades at both Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Parks and the surrounding areas. He knows the backroads to find the elusive wildlife and landscapes.

Peak Fall Foliage (Maine and New Hampshire) Photo Tours and Workshops

Join us on an autumn photo adventure to photograph beautiful Maine and New Hampshire. Explore the northern forest during peak fall foliage. We will photograph some of New England's most scenic places. We will be visiting several locations including Rangeley Maine, Northern NH, and the White Mountains.

We will photograph autumn reflections, waterfalls, rivers, great mountain vistas, covered bridges, and many more subjects. We will also photograph a lighthouse on the Maine Coast.

As a resident of New England, John has been photographing and exploring this area for decades. He is a professional photographer who knows the area inside out. John will take you to some well-known locations and several secret locations.

Where:
Rangeley Lakes (Maine), White Mountain National Forest (NH), Coastal Maine and other locations.

Skill and Fitness Level:
Anyone with an interest in nature photography from beginner to professional photographer. The participants should have a love of nature and enjoy the company of other people in a small group setting.
This trip will involve some short hikes from 1 to 3 miles some hikes may have slippery or uneven terrain.

Group Size:
Our groups are small. It will allow us to work with each participant to provide complete, informative, helpful lessons. This also ensures that no questions are unanswered.

Result:
We will help you create beautiful images and have fun but also teach skills and techniques you can use to take your photography to the next, higher level! When the weekend is over, attendees will have a solid understanding of nature photography and your camera.

Included:
5 nights lodging is included.
Photography Instruction
Transportation from hotel to field locations is included.

For more info or to register:
Please visit our website and click on the photo tours link
http://www.sphotography.com

About Us:
John Slonina is a professional nature photographer who has been photographing for over 35 years. John has a love of natural history. During the workshop, you will receive information on photography techniques and the natural world. Understanding nature not only increases your appreciation of the natural world but also helps you become a better nature photographer.

Grand Teton National Park Photo Tours and Workshops Winter

This is a must see on any nature photographer's and wildlife lover's list. Join us as we explore this winter wonderland. Discover the phenomenal photography opportunities of the quiet season. Winter is magical. The visitors are few and wildlife and landscape photography is outstanding.

This is one of the premiere wildlife viewing areas in the US. Wildlife stands out against the wintry background. Heavy snow in the higher mountain force wildlife to come to the low valleys, rivers, and lakes. Herds of bison walking thru the snow. Numerous big game species are in this area. We will look for buffalo, elk, coyotes, moose, wolves, elk, mule deer, bighorn sheep, and bald eagles. The mammals will have their prime winter fur. Bird sightings can be very exciting, as we will look for trumpeter swans, bald eagles, and great grey owls or whatever else we discover.

John Slonina has been photographing here for over 20 years. He is an authorized permittee of the national park. His experience brings in-depth knowledge of the area and its resident wildlife.

Tour begins and ends in Jackson Hole, Montana. No need to rent a car.

For More info or to sign up please visit our website. Click on the photo tours page and select the tour you want to learn about.

https://www.sphotography.com

Group Size:
We have a small group size which is substantially smaller than other tour companies. This will maximize learning and allow us to get closer to wildlife. I want to make sure you get the best shots while we are on location.

About Us:
John Slonina is a professional nature photographer who has been photographing for over 40 years. John has a love of natural history and photography.