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TRIP DETAILS
All-Inclusive Lodge-Based Photo Workshop
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Start/End
Start: Eugene, OR at 5 pm
End: Eugene, OR at 3 pm
End: Eugene, OR at 3 pm
Group Size
Limited to 7 Guests
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TRIP OVERVIEW
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HIGHLIGHTS
- Discover the beauty of the Pacific Northwest during springtime on a photography workshop with Backcountry Journeys
- Explore two distinct areas of the region: the rugged southern Oregon Coast and the majestic Redwoods National Park in Northern California
- Spend the week chasing the best light and capturing great photos of the rugged seascapes, wildflowers, and towering Redwoods.
- Capture the beauty of spring wildflower blooms, including vibrant pink rhododendrons and blue lupine.
- Immerse yourself in the diversity of landscapes during this workshop, a guide favorite!
- Small group sizes with a great client-to-guide ratio.
The Pacific Northwest is one of the most beautiful places in the world during springtime. Backcountry Journeys is excited to offer a photography workshop featuring two distinct areas of the Pacific Northwest – the southern Oregon Coast and California’s Redwoods National Park. This workshop will be packed with great photography opportunities. We will spend the week chasing light over the rugged seascapes of southern Oregon, photographing wildflowers, and seeing some of the largest trees on the planet.
Our trip begins with several days along the Oregon Coast. The Oregon Coast stretches 363 miles and is considered by many to be the most beautiful coastline in the United States. The coast encompasses 79 state parks, 11 lighthouses, and 11 specially designed bridges. All 363 miles of the coast are rugged, perhaps the most rugged in the lower 48. Sea stacks, caves, and tide pools line most of the beaches and access is very good. There are endless compositions for avid landscape photographers. We will spend our time traversing south from Bandon, OR and we will visit the best beaches along the way.
The second part of the trip will focus on Redwoods National Park in Northern California. Redwoods National Park is home to some of the most majestic forests on earth. California’s Coastal Redwoods can achieve heights of almost 400 feet and survive up to 2,000 years. The park offers much more than the Redwoods – Spring brings a cornucopia of wildflower blooms to the park and its forests are often shrouded in fog (great for photos!). There are two wildflower species that we will be after – rhododendrons and lupines. Rhododendrons live amongst the towering Redwoods and have vibrant pink flowers, while the lupines thrive on the open hills overlooking the forests. With some luck, we will be able to see both species and photograph them.
All in all, a ton is packed into this workshop. It is one of our favorite workshops to host because of the diversity of landscapes we visit. Join us for a great experience you won’t soon forget!
Our trip begins with several days along the Oregon Coast. The Oregon Coast stretches 363 miles and is considered by many to be the most beautiful coastline in the United States. The coast encompasses 79 state parks, 11 lighthouses, and 11 specially designed bridges. All 363 miles of the coast are rugged, perhaps the most rugged in the lower 48. Sea stacks, caves, and tide pools line most of the beaches and access is very good. There are endless compositions for avid landscape photographers. We will spend our time traversing south from Bandon, OR and we will visit the best beaches along the way.
The second part of the trip will focus on Redwoods National Park in Northern California. Redwoods National Park is home to some of the most majestic forests on earth. California’s Coastal Redwoods can achieve heights of almost 400 feet and survive up to 2,000 years. The park offers much more than the Redwoods – Spring brings a cornucopia of wildflower blooms to the park and its forests are often shrouded in fog (great for photos!). There are two wildflower species that we will be after – rhododendrons and lupines. Rhododendrons live amongst the towering Redwoods and have vibrant pink flowers, while the lupines thrive on the open hills overlooking the forests. With some luck, we will be able to see both species and photograph them.
All in all, a ton is packed into this workshop. It is one of our favorite workshops to host because of the diversity of landscapes we visit. Join us for a great experience you won’t soon forget!
What's Included
- All listed meals and non-alcoholic beverages during the workshop
- All transportation during the workshop
- All lodging during the workshop
- All permits and park fees
- Professional photography guiding and instruction
- Gratuity for service staff
What's Not Included
- Transportation to and from Eugene, Oregon
- Meals not listed as included on the itinerary
- Lodging outside workshop dates
- Alcoholic beverages
- Souvenirs and personal items
- Gratuity for photography guide(s)
- Trip Insurance & Medical Evacuation Insurance - see plans here.
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Natural events such as wildlife & weather are certainly out of our control but every aspect of the trip including logistics, accommodations, vehicles, itinerary & your expert trip leaders will match the lofty promises we’ve made on the site – we guarantee it!
ITINERARY
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Most meals included – (B,L,D) denotes Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 1 (Travel Day) (D)
We will meet for an orientation dinner in the small, quaint city of Eugene, OR. We will discuss trip logistics and the plan for the week. Eugene gives up great access to the southern coast and our adventure will begin the next day.
Day 2 (B,L,D)
We will get an early start today and head towards the coast. Our destination is Bandon, OR - which is approximately 3 hours away. There are many scenic beaches along the way though and we will make stops along the coast, weather permitting.
Once in Bandon, OR we will check into our hotel and take a small break until early dinner. Our sunset spot tonight is the iconic Bandon Beach. It is one of the best beaches in Oregon and it is very photogenic.
Day 3 (B,L,D)
We will wake up for an early sunrise and head back to Bandon Beach. Sunrise offers a unique perspective of the beach. We will capture the sun hitting the Bandon Beach sea stacks and search for wildflowers. After some breakfast, we will pack up and head to our next spot – Brookings, OR.
The theme of the week will be early dinners. After dinner, we will go to a beach within the Samuel H. Boardman State Scenic Corridor for sunset. This is another beach that will make your jaw drop. The tide always makes this beach interesting too. We might be able to find some tidal waterfalls and streams for our compositions.
Day 4 (B,L,D)
Sunrise will bring us to a beach nestled along Cape Sebastian. We will again be searching for spring blooms of wildflowers along the coast. The morning light is great here and we might even get lucky with some fog as well. Light permitting, we might head into the Redwoods this morning too.
We will setup base in Crescent City, CA before grabbing dinner. Sunset will bring us back within the Samuel H. Boardman State Scenic Corridor.
Day 5 (B,L,D)
We will head into Redwoods National Park mid-morning to photograph the amazing trees. Light is best just after sunrise, as the forest can often have a light fog rolling around. We will hike a short trail and go as far as we like. Our focus will be the rhododendron bloom and the Redwoods. We will shoot for as long as the light permits.
We will enjoy a final dinner tonight and then prepare for sunset. The Oregon Coast is back on our agenda for sunset and we will travel back to Oregon in hunt of more sea stacks. Depending on weather, we might stay in Redwoods National Park and search for blooming lupines.
Day 6 (B)
We will travel into the hills above the coastal forests in the morning. Oftentimes, the hills are covered in lupine during spring, but each year varies. If we have time, we will do another short hike amongst the Redwoods. After our shoot, we will head back to Crescent City and then return to Eugene, OR.
Day 1 (Travel Day) (D)
We will meet for an orientation dinner in the small, quaint city of Eugene, OR. We will discuss trip logistics and the plan for the week. Eugene gives up great access to the southern coast and our adventure will begin the next day.
Day 2 (B,L,D)
We will get an early start today and head towards the coast. Our destination is Bandon, OR - which is approximately 3 hours away. There are many scenic beaches along the way though and we will make stops along the coast, weather permitting.
Once in Bandon, OR we will check into our hotel and take a small break until early dinner. Our sunset spot tonight is the iconic Bandon Beach. It is one of the best beaches in Oregon and it is very photogenic.
Day 3 (B,L,D)
We will wake up for an early sunrise and head back to Bandon Beach. Sunrise offers a unique perspective of the beach. We will capture the sun hitting the Bandon Beach sea stacks and search for wildflowers. After some breakfast, we will pack up and head to our next spot – Brookings, OR.
The theme of the week will be early dinners. After dinner, we will go to a beach within the Samuel H. Boardman State Scenic Corridor for sunset. This is another beach that will make your jaw drop. The tide always makes this beach interesting too. We might be able to find some tidal waterfalls and streams for our compositions.
Day 4 (B,L,D)
Sunrise will bring us to a beach nestled along Cape Sebastian. We will again be searching for spring blooms of wildflowers along the coast. The morning light is great here and we might even get lucky with some fog as well. Light permitting, we might head into the Redwoods this morning too.
We will setup base in Crescent City, CA before grabbing dinner. Sunset will bring us back within the Samuel H. Boardman State Scenic Corridor.
Day 5 (B,L,D)
We will head into Redwoods National Park mid-morning to photograph the amazing trees. Light is best just after sunrise, as the forest can often have a light fog rolling around. We will hike a short trail and go as far as we like. Our focus will be the rhododendron bloom and the Redwoods. We will shoot for as long as the light permits.
We will enjoy a final dinner tonight and then prepare for sunset. The Oregon Coast is back on our agenda for sunset and we will travel back to Oregon in hunt of more sea stacks. Depending on weather, we might stay in Redwoods National Park and search for blooming lupines.
Day 6 (B)
We will travel into the hills above the coastal forests in the morning. Oftentimes, the hills are covered in lupine during spring, but each year varies. If we have time, we will do another short hike amongst the Redwoods. After our shoot, we will head back to Crescent City and then return to Eugene, OR.
Please note that the exact sequence of the itineraries on all photography trips will be based on weather and lighting conditions. The goal on these trips is to make sure we are at the right place at the right time for the perfect light on our subjects. Also, itineraries can change for a variety of other circumstances including floods, forest fires, national park closures, road closures, and more. Due to the nature of wildlife and landscape photography, we do not guarantee any specific sightings or specific compositions.
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"Backcountry Journeys offers guests the unique opportunity to explore our natural world from behind their own lens. We run a selection of hand-crafted Photo Tours, Workshops & Safaris connecting passionate people to exceptional experiences. Locations include Yosemite, Alaska, Yellowstone, Glacier National Park, Hawaii, Utah as well as Botswana & Costa Rica."
- Russ Nordstrand, Backcountry Journeys Founder & Director
- Russ Nordstrand, Backcountry Journeys Founder & Director
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BACKCOUNTRY JOURNEYS
"Backcountry Journeys offers guests the unique opportunity to explore our natural world from behind their own lens. We run a selection of hand-crafted Photo Tours, Workshops & Safaris connecting passionate people to exceptional experiences. Locations include Yosemite, Alaska, Yellowstone, Glacier National Park, Hawaii, Utah as well as Botswana & Costa Rica."
All Images & Content are property of Backcountry Journeys Photography Tours, Workshops & Safaris LLC - Copyright 2024
TRIP CATALOG
Download our Trip Catalog for detailed information on our many destinations for photography tours, workshops, and safaris.