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PHOTOGRAPHY WORKSHOP TOURS
Our 16th year in 2009

FREE LOWEPRO BAG FOR ONE WORKSHOP PARTICIPANT
Sign up for a workshop and you're eligible to receive a new Lowepro backpack. At the end of the year one workshop participant will receive the bag by having your photo from a trip judged to be the best from all other participants. Judging will be done by an outside non-objective photographer.

Please read the Terms and Conditions at the bottom of this page for important information about the photo trips.

ONLINE REGISTRATION FORM
Pay deposit and / or balance using PAYPAL

2008 PHOTOGRAPHY WORKSHOP SCHEDULE

2009 PHOTO WORKSHOP SCHEDULE

Aransas Cranes

Feb. 18 - 21

$1,595

Scout trip being done in December after I move to Texas. Will use a top boat guide to take us to the best shooting locations.

 

Birds of Florida

April 11 - 17

$2,095

colorado winter photography workshop

 

 

TERMS AND CONDITIONS

DEPOSITS - A non-refundable $300 deposit will hold a space with balance due 45 days prior to trip. Foreign and Alaska trips require a non-refundable $500 deposit. If a deposit is received and the trip is filled, it will be returned and the you will be placed on a waiting list and notified if an opening occurs. Balance is due 45 days prior to the start of a trip.

CANCELLATION AND REFUND POLICY - All deposits are non-refundable. Upon receipt of notice you are unable to participate on a trip refunds on final balances paid are subject to the following fee structure - 50% of cost between 30 and 45 days if the spot is able to be filled (no refund if spot can't be filled) and no refund within 15 days of trip. If a program is canceled, full refunds will be made. Fees are based on reservations made for leaders airfare, grroup accommodations, guide fees and ground transportation. Travel insurance is recommended (see link on the links page for comparative rate information).

ACCOMMODATIONS - Lodging will be at AAA approved accommodations (double occupancy) where available. Single occupancy rooms when requested will require an additional fee based upon a hotels current rates. Also, if a roommate is not available you will be required to pay the single supplement fee.

COSTS - Price includes accommodations, ground transportation and meals. Not included are items of a personal nature including alcoholic beverages. Prices are quoted as part of a package and no refunds are given for unused services. Because some trips include photographing wildlife, First Light can't be held liable if subjects stated are not available for photographing. Wildflower and fall color trips are scheduled at typical peak times but weather conditions may cause conditions to not be ideal. Indoor presentations will be given on most trips.

TRIP SIZE - Most trips are limited to six people maximum. Because of this, it's recommended you sign up early to can ensure having a spot. Trip sizes are kept small so participants can get as much hands-on help as they wish. Certain trips have to have a minimum and may be cancelled. Check before sending final payments.

FLIGHT AND TRAVEL SCHEDULE - Try to arrange your flights to arrive early on the arrival date and depart late on the final day as we try to do some excursions the first evening and then again on the morning of the final day.

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TRAVEL INSURANCE - When you plan your next trip, it would be wise to think about getting trip insurance, especially for overseas or Alaska trips. My links page has information where you can compare prices and plans.