ISLAND PARK PHOTOGRAPHY TOUR FIELD GUIDE
Chasing Owls and Autumn Light: A Five‑Day Yellowstone Fall Photography Workshop
A five‑day, small‑group workshop focused on Yellowstone wildlife and landscapes—useful for photographers seeking focused guidance and targeted owl and wildlife opportunities.
Chasing Owls and Autumn Light: A Five‑Day Yellowstone Fall Photography Workshop.
Join an exclusive, five‑day Yellowstone Fall Photography Workshop based out of Island Park and West Yellowstone that pairs intimate instruction with concentrated searches for the park's wildlife, including the elusive Great Gray Owl; the program is limited to just five participants to keep the experience hands‑on and personalized.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Great Gray Owl and Broad Wildlife Focus
The workshop targets the Great Gray Owl as a key species while also making space for photos of bears, elk, bison and other fauna—participants should expect the program to adapt daily to wildlife opportunities since owl sightings cannot be guaranteed.
Five Days of Field Time and Hands‑On Instruction
Over five days and four nights the itinerary emphasizes extended in‑park sessions and evening shoots, giving photographers repeated opportunities to chase morning and evening light across Yellowstone's fall landscapes.
Intimate, Small‑Group Experience
Limited to five participants, the workshop offers a personalized, hands‑on experience that keeps instruction focused and the group nimble in the field.
What the day feels like
What the Workshop Feels Like
Days are centered on wildlife and landscape photography, with evening and morning field sessions inside Yellowstone and breaks taken as needed; over the course of the five‑day workshop you’ll follow the guide’s daily plan as it shifts to pursue wildlife activity and light.
THE WILDLIFE
Great Gray Owl and Broad Wildlife Focus
The workshop targets the Great Gray Owl as a key species while also making space for photos of bears, elk, bison and other fauna—participants should expect the program to adapt daily to wildlife opportunities since owl sightings cannot be guaranteed.
THE PHOTOGRAPHY
Five Days of Field Time and Hands‑On Instruction
Over five days and four nights the itinerary emphasizes extended in‑park sessions and evening shoots, giving photographers repeated opportunities to chase morning and evening light across Yellowstone's fall landscapes.
THE GROUP
Intimate, Small‑Group Experience
Limited to five participants, the workshop offers a personalized, hands‑on experience that keeps instruction focused and the group nimble in the field.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this workshop suits—and who should think twice.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
The workshop runs October 14–18, a five‑day program with four nights of lodging; expect fall light and wildlife activity during these dates.
Participants meet in West Yellowstone, MT (arrival at the Best Western by 2:00 PM on October 14) before the group heads into the park for the first evening session.
The verified program cost is $3,200 per person with a $1,000 deposit required to reserve a spot; the workshop is all‑inclusive for the stated dates.
No specific gear list was provided in the verified notes; participants should be prepared for full days in the field and for walking up to 1 mile on uneven terrain.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the workshop?
Five days (October 14–18) with four nights of lodging.
Where do we meet and when does the trip start?
Meet in West Yellowstone, MT; arrive at the Best Western by 2:00 PM on October 14, with an in‑park session at 3:00 PM.
Is the Great Gray Owl guaranteed?
No—Great Gray Owl sightings are a key target but are not guaranteed; the guide will adapt daily to maximize wildlife opportunities.
How many participants are in the workshop?
The workshop is limited to five participants for a personalized experience.
What level of fitness is required?
Participants should be prepared to walk up to 1 mile one way on uneven terrain and to handle long field days with breaks as needed.
What is the cost and deposit?
The verified cost is $3,200 per person and a $1,000 deposit is required to reserve a spot.