Idaho Wild Bird of Prey Workshops 2016
Boise, Idaho
Flight School Photography returns to Idaho for the third time
offering workshops to take place at the Morley Nelson Snake River
Birds of Prey National Conservation Area near Boise, Idaho.
In this unique wilderness area, the Snake River carved the deep
Snake River Canyon, which produced a perfect environment of crags
and crevices among the cliffs that have been home to birds of prey
for thousands of years. Today, the Snake River Canyon is home
to the largest concentration of nesting birds of prey in North
America. In addition, the Snake River Canyon hosts
hundreds of hawks, owls, eagles, and falcons that flock to the area
each spring to mate, nest, and raise their young. Many of the
nests are visible from the broad plateau above the cliffs. The
active birds can also be photographed in flight as they glide on
thermal updrafts produced from the canyon walls. The plateau
features interesting flora and fauna and is rich in small wildlife.
The research and guidance of our local expert will ensure our time
is well spent and that we make the most of the photographic
opportunities possible.
Prairie
Flacon in Flight
Image copyright ©
2012 Jim Neiger/Flight
School Photography
Sample Image Gallery
Spectacular views of the Snake River Canyon and the surrounding area
are an added bonus. These
workshops offer a unique and challenging opportunity to photograph
many of the most sought after species of North America in a wild and
magnificent setting.
Snake River Canyon
Image copyright © 2012
Jim Neiger/Flight School Photography
Sample Image Gallery
The Morley Nelson Snake River Birds of Prey National Conservation
Area encompasses 485,000 acres and over 20 species of raptors are
possible, as well as small wildlife. Possible species include
Prairie Falcons, Golden Eagles, Swainsons Hawks, Red-tailed Hawks,
Northern Harriers, American kestrels, Short-eared Owls, Burrowing
Owls, and more.
The area also has a high density of
badgers, many sagebrush bird species, and Canyon Wren.
Short-eared Owl in Flight
Image copyright © 2012 Jim Neiger/Flight
School Photography
Sample Image Gallery
Because of the expansiveness of the
conservation area, Flight School Photography has hired a local
expert with over 30 years of experience working with the birds of
prey in this particular area. He will have scouted the best
viewing areas by the time we arrive, so that we will know where to
find our subjects, what time of day has the best light angles, and
what locations provide the best photo opportunities.
Common Nighthawk in Flight
Image copyright © 2012 Jim Neiger/Flight
School Photography
Sample Image Gallery
The workshop will
take place during the late spring of 2016. The workshop will be
conducted by expert bird photographer, Jim Neiger. Jim has
perfected unique techniques for photographing birds in flight using
large telephoto lenses, hand held. The focus of the workshops will
be to learn Jim’s hand held, long lens techniques for photographing
birds in flight and in other action. Jim is known for his
consistent production of amazing flight images and images of the
most desirable subjects. His Flight School Photography Workshops
are a must for any serious nature photographer.
The
workshop will last four days and will include a four hour classroom
session, three morning photography sessions, and three afternoon
photography sessions. Each photography session will be of three to
four hours in duration. The workshop will be limited to six
participants so that everyone may receive personalized instruction
in the field. Each participant will receive a copy of
Jim's e-book "Flight Plan - How to Photograph Birds in Flight" when
they sign up for the workshop.
Workshop Dates:
Workshop ID-1: June 14-17, 2016
Workshop Itinerary:
Day 1 (afternoon/evening ):
Arrive in Boise, Idaho which is the
base location for the workshop. There will
be a four hour classroom session from 2:00pm to 6:00pm in the hotel
meeting room. The classroom instruction will focus on using
hand held techniques for photographing birds in flight to prepare
participants for the subsequent photography sessions.
Days
2-4: Each day will include a
morning photography session, a midday lunch break on your own, and
an afternoon photography session.
Workshop Cost and payment:
The cost
of each workshop is $1750 per person. Each workshop includes a four hour formal
classroom instruction session and six 3-4 hour photography sessions.
The photography sessions include personalized instruction in the
field. Discounted lodging is available, but is not included in the
workshop fee. A
non-refundable deposit of $875 is required to reserve a spot in a
workshop. The remaining $875 is due 30 days before the start date of
the workshop. If you are unable to attend the workshop, after paying
the balance, the balance payment will be refunded ONLY if
your spot can be filled, on short notice, from the waiting list. All
workshop payments must be made by check or money order. Credit cards
are not accepted.
Participant Requirements:
Participants should have working knowledge of how to create a
properly exposed image, a telephoto lens of 400mm or more, and be
physically capable of holding the camera and lens up to their eye in
shooting position for at least 20 seconds. This particular workshop
is very challenging and lots of practice prior to the workshop is
highly recommended. Participants must also
have a vehicle to travel to and from the photography locations.
Rental vehicles are available at the Boise airport.
Lodging and Logistics:
Workshop
participants who require lodging during the workshop should stay at
the hotel in Nampa, Idaho where the workshop classroom session will be
conducted. Participants arriving
via air should arrive at the Boise Airport, which is
the closest major airport. Rental vehicles are available at the
airport. Flight School Photography will assist participants with
arranging the sharing of vehicles and/or lodging if desired.
Detailed information will be provided when you sign up for the
workshop or upon request. Lodging, transportation, and meals are not
included.
Contact Info:
You may
contact Jim Neiger of Flight School Photography via phone or email.
Cell
phone: 407-247-5200
Email:
jimn@cfl.rr.com
Flight School website:
www.flightschoolphotography.com.
Flight School
Photography
Jim Neiger
550 Basin Drive
Kissimmee, Fl 34744-4804
Jim will be
happy to provide you with any additional information.
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