Flower Photography Photo Hike with Don Tredinnick

Early June is a wonderful time to get out and see what flowers are blooming.

Join us for a photo hike as we explore the trails around the Old Cedar Ave bridge looking for flowers. Don Tredinnick of Frozen Hiker Photography will discuss compositional approaches to getting interesting images that can used year-round for floral photography.

This intermediate program is intended for those looking to further their camera photography skills. No registration required.

Questions? Contact MinnesotaValley@fws.gov or call (952) 854-5900.

Date and Time: Saturday, June 06, 2026 from 10am-12:30pm

Location: Meet us at the trailhead at Old Cedar Avenue. 9551 Old Cedar Ave S, Bloomington, MN 55425

Registration Information: There is no registration.

Activity Level: This program is outdoors. Less than one mile of distance is covered, with slow movement and plenty of stops to take photos. This program is led by Don Treddinnick of Frozen Hiker Photography. There will be plenty of time to ask questions both during the lecture as well as during the photoshoot.

What to Bring: Appropriate clothing for the weather. Insect repellent is recommended. Bring a DSLR or mirrorless camera and a lens or lenses that provide a range of focal lengths between 24 and 105mm. Macro lenses, extension tubes, close-up filters, and tripods are optional.

Accessibility: Accessibility at Old Cedar Avenue:

Restrooms and water fountains are available seasonally, from last frost to first frost typically. The restrooms are managed by the City of Bloomington. There is dedicated handicap parking. A portable restroom is available on site. Bluff and Hogback Ridge trails are nature surface. Bluff trail features a wooden boardwalk and has many steep inclines and declines approximately 0.25 miles in, but connects to the Minnesota Valley State trail 3.4 miles in, which is a flat and paved path. The pedestrian bridge is a flat concrete path. Depending on seasonal trail conditions, natural surface paths may be muddy (summer) or snowy (winter). Paths may not always be suitable for strollers and wheelchairs. There are no benches on the trails, but rest areas are located at the pavilion, Nature Play Area, and fishing pier. Trailhead is a <0.1 mile distance from the parking lot.

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is committed to providing access to these events for all participants. Please direct all requests for sign language interpreting services, close captioning, or other accommodation needs at least ten business days before the event to Oscar Hernandez at oscar_hernandez@fws.gov.