Sandra Lee Photography presents …
WYOMING – A Photographic Workshop
“Spring Wildlife in Wyoming”
May 7 – 10, 2025
Registration NOW OPEN! Inquire HERE.
Workshop leader – Sandy Zelasko
INTRODUCTION
After scouting this location in early May for the last three years, I couldn't wait to share it with other wildlife photographers. Our home base is Moran, Wyoming where you will be comfortable in your own log cabin style room. From there we will photograph spring wildlife throughout the day in and around Grand Teton National Park and locations east.
It is typical to see large numbers of elk migrating back into the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem and encounter grizzly and black bear emerging from hibernation, hungry, searching for whatever meal they can find. If lucky, we may see cubs of the year!
Young Rocky Mountain bighorn sheep can be photographed romping up and down cliffs as they learn to navigate rocky terrain. Shiras moose will be visible throughout the sage covered plains, the males just beginning to grow a new set of antlers. Mountain bluebirds, American robins, Gilded flickers and many more bird species are migrating through the area. Ruffed grouse are present and we will photograph trumpeter swans at a rescue.
Native plants are beginning to bud, snow still covers higher elevations and days remain cool. Crowds are non-existent. It is a wonderful time to be photographing the movements and migration of native wildlife.
No matter what photographic level, you'll find support and expert photo advice to help improve your craft. This group is limited to just three participants and will fill fast. Each photographer will have a window seat and quick access to a door for those "exit the car fast" photo opportunities!
Wyoming is the place for reliable wildlife encounters and this spring workshop won't disappoint!
Included in the Spring Wildlife in Wyoming is personal photographic instruction and attention, extremely low instructor to student ratio, three nights lodging in a comfortable log cabin style room, transportation during the workshop, shuttle to and from the Jackson Hole airport to our lodging, knowledgeable, enthusiastic leader with years of photographic experience, all entrance fees, snacks and water.
Not included: airfare to/from Jackson Hole, WY (JAC), meals, alcoholic beverages, trip insurance or gratuities.
You'll receive:
- Trip leader/instructor, Sandy Zelasko who has extensive knowledge of area wildlife, their habits and environment and will work to get you in the right place at the right time for stunning imagery.
- 33+ years of combined instructional experience, insured, licensed, CPR/AED/First Aid certified.
- Authorized Permittee of Grand Teton National Park..
- Post-workshop Zoom critique scheduled May 27, 2025 at 5 PM Pacific Time. Image critiques in the field.
- Enthusiastic, passionate and experienced nature photographer pros at your side!
Thank you for considering the "Spring Wildlife in Wyoming" for your next photo adventure!
WORKSHOP ITINERARY:
- Your shuttle from Jackson Hole airport is scheduled to leave at 3:00 PM Wednesday, May 7th. Please make sure your flight will accommodate the shuttle time. If you miss your shuttle it will be your responsibility to find transportation to the lodge. Check-in upon arrival.
- Workshop commences at 5:00 PM with a Meet & Greet. Photo shoot immediately following.
- The next three days will be filled with photographic opportunities at various locations including inside Grand Teton National Park and surrounding wilderness areas.
- Workshop ends Saturday, May 10th at 10:00 AM. Check-out. Shuttle back to Jackson Hole airport leaves the lodge at 11:00 AM. Please plan your flight to accommodate the shuttle time (lodge to airport is approximately 30 minutes).
- It may be necessary to find other accommodations in Jackson Hole to extend your stay.
DETAILS and RESOURCES:
- Hatchet Resort has fuel, lodging, a restaurant, bar and gift shop. Hatchet Resort is located at 19980 E Highway 287, Moran, WY 83013. Lodge contact information, https://hatchetresort.com/ or (877) 543-2413.
- Your instructor has an exciting workshop planned for you however, note that this itinerary will be flexible in response to weather, lighting, availability of animals, client safety and/or desires of the group. Participants will be in the field each day from dawn until dusk. Lunch breaks will be taken as a group. You are welcome to pack a lunch however we will have access to eateries each day.
- A typical day will go something like this: In the field by civil twilight (this time of year that will be approximately 5:30 AM depending on where we will start the day) to photograph sunrise, scenery and wildlife in the area. Depending on what we find, we may stay in a location a significant length of time before moving on to the next scheduled spot. We will break for lunch then resume photographing in the afternoon until twilight (approximately 9:00 PM).
- Plan your breakfast to go. We may not have a chance to eat breakfast before leaving each day. You may wish to shop for breakfast items in Jackson Hole where you will find the nearest grocery store. Your host will have water and snacks for you while in the field but we suggest planning carefully by bringing preferred food items with you. Please let us know if you have food allergies or a medical condition that might conflict with our snack choice. We will do our best to accommodate your needs. Bring a refillable water bottle.
- Suggested packing lists, safety schedule and other information will be sent to you upon registration.
INVESTMENT:
- $1895.00 per participant, single accomadations.
- Open to a maximum of three participants. Minimum of three participants necessary to run the workshop. Please inquire before making airline reservations.
- Deposit due at registration $500.00. Balance due 45 days prior to workshop.
- Make payment out to Sandra Lee Photography and mail to 15864 Severino Lane, Valley Center, CA 92082 or call 760-749-2174 to pay with a credit card. Visa, MasterCard, PayPal, check or money order are all acceptable forms of payment.
Still have questions? Contact Sandy at [email protected] . We look forward to getting you the information you need.
Sandra Lee Photography is not responsible for cancellations due to medical or other emergencies or reimbursement of non-refundable airline tickets in the event of a workshop cancellation. By registering for this workshop, you agree to be responsible for reading and understanding the cancellation policy. Please consider purchasing travel insurance.
Please enjoy the IMAGE GALLERY below ... a colorful sampling of what is possible!
