Hundreds of eagles raining down from above in a massive feeding frenzy! It is unlike anything I have ever experienced. A non-stop adrenaline fueled ride where eagles come from practically every direction and snatch fish from the surface of the water at speeds of up to 50. M.P.H. You will literally be right in the middle of all the crazy action. It is an incredible experience quite unlike any other!
This isn’t just for eagles either. We will also be looking for Black Bears, Humpback whales, Orcas, Dolphin, Seals, Sealions, Harlequin ducks and more. See the sample Itinerary below.
This workshop is small and limited to 8 photographers per group. It will sell out very quickly.
Use the form below to start the sign-up process.
When?
This workshop is in high demand and for good reason. There is no place like it anywhere on this planet. I highly suggest adding your name and email to the waiting list below.
2024 Group A – JUNE 3-7 2024- SOLD OUT
2024 Group B – JUNE 10-14 2024- SOLD OUT
2024 Group C – JUNE 17-21 2024- SOLD OUT
2024 Group D – JUNE 24-28 2024 – SOLD OUT
How Much?
This workshop costs $5800.00 USD per person. Full payment info such as % down, when the balance is due, cancellation and refund policy coming soon.
What’s Included In the Cost?
- 3 Gourmet Meals Per Day (If you have food allergies please let me know.)
- Lodging
- Photography Instruction
- Gear Troubleshooting (Hopefully this isn’t needed.)
- Guide Services
What’s Not Included In the Cost?
- Flights to the lodge.
- Travel Insurance.
- Lodging and transportation outside of the lodge. See below.
Getting There
This workshop takes place just south of The Great Bear Rainforest on a remote island in Canada. It is only accessible by boat or float plane.
For people coming from the USA – In order to make things faster, easier and more fun. I highly suggest the float plane. This will cost between $800.00 – $1000.00 US dollars round trip. I took one to the lodge and loved it! We will be chartering one from Kenmore Air just outside of Seattle.
The flights into the lodge typically take off 40 mins north of Seattle in the morning. The flight to the lodge is a couple of hours. This will put you at the lodge just in the right amount of time to get oriented, eat lunch and then we head out for our fist eagle feeding frenzy.
I suggest booking a flight to Seattle the day before your scheduled workshop. For instance: If your 1st scheduled workshop date is June 12th, your flight into Seattle should be arriving on the 11th. Book a hotel room in Seattle and then take an Uber or a cab to Kenmore Air the follow morning June 12th. Your flight on the float plane will be waiting for you. We will be arranging the flights with Kenmore Air.
For people coming from outside the USA – Book your initial flight to Vancouver, BC, Canada. This will put you a short distance from the lodge. You will then have to take a Float plane to the lodge. We are currently working on this portion of the logistics for people outside of the United States.
The Lodge
Located right on the water with its own resident pair of eagles, the lodge consists of 8 rooms each with their own private bath and shower. Each room features a queen size bed, WIFI and Satellite TV. I found the rooms to be super comfortable. Exactly what’s needed after a day of photography.
There is a common dining room where we will feast together and of course, there is a bar. The food is all prepared by an in house chef and much of the food is caught right there on site. Think fresh seafood. Fish & Crab! You won’t go hungry.
The views from the lodge are incredible and the crazy eagle action can actually be seen right from the deck.
Gear Recommendations
I highly suggest two camera bodies. If you only have one, that is fine too! At times the eagles are very, very close. I highly suggest a zoom lens like the 100-400 or 200-600. This is almost a necessity at times. I also suggest one good prime if you have one. A 400MM, 500MM or 600MM would be good.
No tripods or gimbals. If you must use something, a monopod will be okay. We will be doing all of our photography from a boat! Tripods get in the way.
Bring plenty of memory cards and spare batteries. You will need them. You can charge up over night but having more than enough batteries is always a great idea.
Clothing Recommendations
We will be in Canada but it will be summer. It can be on the cold side at night and warm during the day. Pack for easy to remove layers. I suggest a hat to keep the sun off your face. Sunglasses and sunscreen are a must .We will be on the water most of the time.
Sample Itinerary
Day 1 – Half Day – Fly into the lodge. Get situated with your room, have lunch and then a short orientation where we can discuss photography gear and settings. Then we take off for an afternoon eagle feeding frenzy until dark. Return to the lodge for dinner, then off to bed.
Day 2 – Full Day – Up early for breakfast together then we head out at low tide looking for bears feasting in the shallows. It isn’t uncommon to see whales, dolphins and load of marine mammals as well. Back to the lodge for lunch and then off for your second eagle feeding frenzy until dark and then back to the lodge for dinner and some much needed rest.
Day 3 – Full Day – Up early for breakfast together then we head out again looking for more great wildlife photo opportunities. Back to the lodge for lunch and then possible a short hike to Eagle lake where we look for bathing eagles. Head out for another eagle feeding frenzy until dark then back to the lodge for dinner and some much needed rest.
Day 4 – Full Day – Up early for breakfast together then we head out again looking for more great wildlife photo opportunities. Back to the lodge for lunch and then short siesta before heading out for another eagle feeding frenzy until dark then back to the lodge for dinner and some much needed rest.
Day 5 – Half Day – Up early for breakfast together then we head out again looking for more great wildlife photo opportunities. Back to the lodge by lunch and then back on the float plane back home.
Things To Consider
If you don’t like flying in small planes, this might not be the workshop for you. The majority of the photography is done from a boat. While the water is typically flat and smooth, if you don’t like boats then this workshop isn’t for you.