Tours in Pacific Northwest
Nesting Owls
April 25-27, 2013 (sold out) May 3-5, 2013 (sold out) May 10-12, 2013 (sold out) May 3-5, 2014 (3 spots available)
Owls are magical and mysterious creatures. This tour will give participants the unique chance to photograph owls at their nest sites potentially with young. This tour is timed for great horned owls, barn owls, and burrowing owls and in some cases all three species may be photographed in the same tour.
Orca Whales of the San Juan Islands
May 13th-16th - 2013 (sold out) June 7th-9th - 2013 (3 spots left) Aug. 9th-12th - 2013 (sold out)
The San Juan Islands are the best place in the world to observe and photograph orca whales in the wild. On this luxury photo tour you will spend 4 three hours sessions on a private vessel along side Aaron Baggenstos, an Award-winning professional wildlife photographer, as you experience, and learn to photograph these iconic and magical creatures. All on the backdrop of the majestic San Juan Islands that enjoy 250 sunny days a year!
Snowy Owl Photo Adventure
Upcoming Dates: Winter 2013-14 Dates TBD
Snowy owls are migrating south again this year in what people are calling a "echo irruption year!" Don't miss a rare chance to view and photograph these spectatular creatures before they go back to their normal homes far away in the Arctic.
Birds of the Skagit Valley
Nov. 23, 2013 (2 spots left( Nov. 24th 2013 (2 spots left)
The Skagit Valley is a bird-watcher’s paradise in winter months when snow geese, swans, eagles, short-eared owls, and a large variety of birds of prey, lead a long menu of overwintering birds. Follow Aaron to the best spots in the Skagit to photograph these spectacular birds just over an hour from Seattle.
Bald Eagle Tour
Upcoming Dates - Dec. 9 (4 spots available), 14 (5 spots available) - 2013 Jan. 4 (5 spots available) - 2014
See and photograph HUNDREDS of wild bald eagles just a 2 hour drive from Seattle! Learn professional photography techniques from an Award-winning Wildlife Photographer. Max group size 3 persons.
Mt. Rainier Tour
Upcoming Dates - Aug. 23-25 2013 (2 spots left)
Spend two days exploring Mt. Rainier National Park with Aaron Baggenstos during the peak of wildflower bloom. If you have not witnessed this event it is a true natural marvel that should be on everyone's bucket list. You will be taken to some of the parks famous spots for photography, including reflection lake, as well as have plenty of time exploring the fields of flowers seeking that perfect image.
Olympic National Park
June 14-16th - 2013 (3 spots left)
On this three day tour we have the opportunity to shoot snowcapped mountains, unspoiled rainforest, stunning waterfalls, and magnificent sunsets on the Washington coast. We are likely to run into elk along the way as we explore one of my favorite national parks.
Seattle Nature and Wildlife Photography Workshop
April 14th 2013(3 spots left) June 22th, 2013 (3 spots left)
Join me for a half day as we explore some of Seattle’s hidden hotspots learning the ins and outs of nature and wildlife photography. This workshop is perfect for beginners who enjoy hands on learning or seasoned amateurs who are looking to sharpen their skills and learn new techniques.
Tours in Yellowstone National Park
Yellowstone and Grand Tetons Fall Tour
Sept 14-19 2013 (sold out) Sept 21-26 2013 (sold out) Sept 28-Oct 3 2013 (sold out) Sept 21-26 2014 (3 spots available)
Join award-winning nature photographer Aaron Baggenstos in peak fall color to learn and photograph stunning landscapes and magical wildlife.
Yellowstone Spring Tour
May 23th-28th 2014 (3 spots Available) May 30st-June 4 2014 (3 spots Available)
Spend 5 days encountering the endless photographic opportunities in America’s most iconic park. We will search out wolves, bears, elk, moose, antelope, coyote, badger, and any other species we run into along the way. We will also photograph geysers, waterfalls, and volcanos along the way.
Tours in Alaska
Alaska Brown Bear Photo Tour
July 2-7, 2014 (4 spots left)
Join Award-winning professional wildlife photographer Aaron Baggenstos to experience and photograph Alaska’s iconic brown bears at close range during cub season.
Tours in The Arctic
Churchill Polar Bear Photo Adventure
Nov 1-Nov. 7 2013 (2 spots left)
You won’t find another Churchill-based polar bear tour with this much time and proximity to the King of the Arctic, coupled with an intensive focus on helping you gain outstanding photos. Get ready for the trip of a lifetime!