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Why Choose Backcountry Journeys?
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SMALL GROUPS
We only take out small groups to maximize personal attention and instruction while in the field. The small group experience is vital to a successful, fun and cohesive photography excursion where every member feels like an integral part of the trip. We hike, shoot, travel, eat, learn and marvel at the wonders of nature – as a team!
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HANDS-ON, ONE-ON-ONE INSTRUCTION
On all of our Photography Trips you’ll have ample one-on-one time with your instructor/guide. Get personalized photography instruction at your level in some of the most spectacular wilderness destinations on the planet.
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AWARD-WINNING LANDSCAPE PHOTOGRAPHER
You’ll be shooting alongside and benefiting from the experience of a professional photographer!
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GREAT LODGING
We stay in cozy, comfortable lodges on all of our lodge-based excursions. Get a great night’s sleep before heading out into the field in locales like Yellowstone, Yosemite or Rocky Mountain National Park.
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EXCELLENT MEALS
In our opinion food is one of the most, if not the most important part of any trip! We eat great out on the trail as well as at handpicked restaurants on all of our photography excursions. On some trips we even cook for our guests out in the field during evening photo sessions!
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GUIDING EXPERIENCE
Our guides have spent years guiding, hiking and photographing in Wilderness areas and National Parks throughout the United States.
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NATURALIST & PHOTOGRAPHY GUIDE
Many Photography workshop instructors can teach you what F-Stop to use or what shutter speed would work – but can they tell you all about the natural and human history of the landscape and the regions you are photographing? We can and will! We are avid hikers and nature lovers at heart. You will learn all about the Geology, Wildlife, Flowers, Birds etc. of any region you choose to photograph with Backcountry Journeys.
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LOCALIZED KNOWLEDGE
Go places only an award-winning photographer will know about. Combine that with local knowledge and you can’t go wrong!
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HAND-PICKED LOCATIONS & ITINERARY
All of our photography trips are planned specifically to take advantage of the right seasons to put you in the right place aft the right time.
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GROUND TRANSPORT INCLUDED
No hassle with organizing your own transportation. We’ve got you covered!
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FULLY LICENSED AND INSURED
We operate legally and with partnerships in all National Parks and Wilderness areas we visit and are 100% insured.
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PHOTOGRAPHY TOUR & WORKSHOP
Not only will you travel to some of the most exotic wildlife and landscape locales but we’ll put you in front of the action as well as give you some great pointers on all aspects of your photography. These trips are both fun and educational.
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WHAT YOU'LL LEARN
For photographers who are interested in furthering their education in the craft we’ll cover all sorts of topics throughout the trip including the exposure triangle, use of filters, long exposure photography, how to read the weather, the value of patience, night photography topics, wide angle & telephoto use and ultimately adding to your toolbox in your quest to capture great landscape & wildlife images!
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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."
- Russ Nordstrand, Backcountry Journeys Founder & Director
- Russ Nordstrand, Backcountry Journeys Founder & Director
TRIP CATALOG
Download our Trip Catalog for detailed information on our many destinations for photography tours, workshops, and safaris.
All Images & Content are property of Backcountry Photography Tours, Workshops & Safaris LLCs - Copyright 2023
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 2023
TRIP CATALOG
Download our Trip Catalog for detailed information on our many destinations for photography tours, workshops, and safaris.