Minnesota Winter Wildlife 2026
Experience the beauty of winter wildlife in Minnesota, during a private photography workshop. This engaging program offers a chance to photograph breathtaking winter scenes and a variety of wildlife while honing your photography skills with guidance from knowledgeable instructors. Each day is filled with hands-on practice and valuable feedback, tailored to support both novices and seasoned photographers. Join us for this exceptional opportunity to improve your craft and capture stunning images in a serene winter landscape!
Private small group workshop
Contact for details or booking
Experience the beauty of winter wildlife in Minnesota, during a private photography workshop. This engaging program offers a chance to photograph breathtaking winter scenes and a variety of wildlife while honing your photography skills with guidance from knowledgeable instructors. Each day is filled with hands-on practice and valuable feedback, tailored to support both novices and seasoned photographers. Join us for this exceptional opportunity to improve your craft and capture stunning images in a serene winter landscape!
Private small group workshop
Contact for details or booking
Experience the beauty of winter wildlife in Minnesota, during a private photography workshop. This engaging program offers a chance to photograph breathtaking winter scenes and a variety of wildlife while honing your photography skills with guidance from knowledgeable instructors. Each day is filled with hands-on practice and valuable feedback, tailored to support both novices and seasoned photographers. Join us for this exceptional opportunity to improve your craft and capture stunning images in a serene winter landscape!
Private small group workshop
Contact for details or booking
Wildlife In A Winter Wonderland
Winter 2025
Join us for an immersive photography workshop in Minnesota, a winter wonderland renowned for its breathtaking landscapes and diverse wildlife. This workshop will provide you with the unique opportunity to capture the beauty of this remarkable habitat during one of the most magical times of the year.
Arriving on the first afternoon, we'll settle in and prepare for an exciting week ahead. Each day, we will explore the bog’s enchanting scenery, including its frosty trees, serene frozen lakes, and the chance to photograph a variety of birds and other wildlife that thrive in this unique ecosystem. Our expert instructors will guide you through techniques for capturing stunning images in winter conditions, covering everything from composition and lighting to wildlife photography tips.
Throughout the workshop, there will be plenty of opportunities for hands-on practice and constructive feedback in a supportive environment. Whether you’re a beginner looking to improve your skills or an experienced photographer seeking to expand your portfolio, this workshop is designed to inspire and elevate your photography. Don’t miss this chance to connect with fellow photography enthusiasts while creating lasting memories of the breathtaking wildlife and landscapes. Reserve your spot today and get ready for an unforgettable photographic adventure!
Inclusions: Instruction throughout the day, full daily itinerary with maps to our amazing locations, image critique session, post processing course
Not included: Travel, airfare, transportation, alcoholic beverages, items of a personal nature, travel insurance, etc anything not listed as included, accommodations*
*Optional: Add on accommodations with your reservation to stay with the group, or choose to book your own. Note that lodging in the area typically ranges from $175-300 per night.
Rich Habitat Home to Amazing Wildlife Variety
Throughout the workshop, our expert guide will lead participants to a variety of prime locations, each offering unique opportunities for wildlife photography. With extensive knowledge of the area and its inhabitants, the guide will strategically navigate to spots known for sightings of both birds and mammals, ensuring that participants have the best chance to capture stunning images. From tranquil meadow trails teeming with life to dense forests where elusive species may be lurking, the diverse settings will provide a rich backdrop for your photography. The guide will share insights on animal behavior and habitat, enhancing your understanding of the wildlife and helping you refine your photographic techniques in real-time. This tailored approach ensures an engaging and memorable experience for every participant.
Here’s a list of wildlife that can be seen in winter in the areas we will be targeting:
Great Gray Owl: Large owl with gray plumage and striking yellow eyes.
Northern Hawk Owl: Medium-sized owl known for its long tail and bold markings.
Boreal Chickadee: Small, friendly bird with a dark cap and white cheeks.
Common Redpoll: Small finch with a red cap, often seen in flocks.
Black-capped Chickadee: Small bird with a black cap and a cheerful song.
Pine Grosbeak: Large finch, rosy in males, known for its sociability.
Snowy Owl: Iconic white owl, especially stunning in winter.
American Tree Sparrow: Small brown bird with a distinctive central spot.
Ruffed Grouse: Stocky bird often foraging on the ground.
Moose: Large mammals, frequently seen near water or feeding on shrubs.
White-tailed Deer: Commonly spotted in the area, often seen in small groups.
Coyote: Canine known for its adaptability, often heard howling.
Bobcat: Elusive small cat species. We may see prints in the snow and with luck a glimpse.
Red Fox: Small, cunning fox with a bushy tail, often seen hunting in the fields.
Ermine: Small mammal that is brown in warm seasons and turns white in winter!
F.A.Q. & Terms
I’m flying in, what airport should I look at?
The closest airport is Duluth International Airport (DLH)
What kind of car should I rent? What are the roads like?
We will be driving on a mix of paved and dirt roads throughout the trip. Due to the winter weather will need an SUV or 4x4 vehicle.
Payment Options
Pay in installments or pay in full now. Installments start with a non-refundable deposit to hold your spot. The balance is then due 60 days ahead of the trip.
Cancellations Policy
The deposit amount of $1000 is non-refundable. Should you wish to cancel with at least 60 days notice on a trip paid in full any amount paid over the deposit can be deferred to another trip. No refunds/transfers will be given within 60 days of the trip dates.
Travel Insurance
Guests are responsible to obtain travel insurance for this trip. You can often add this on from your airline when booking your flight or through a third party service. We are not responsible for delays, inclement weather, travel cancellations, or costs associated with weather or travel disruption.
We Are On Nature’s Schedule
Our itinerary is flexible to adjust for light, weather and any other conditions that may impact our sessions.