Witness the awesome sight of thousands of cranes and snow geese wintering at the Bosque. Capture them on film at sunrise and sunset and in the cornfields. Learn how to look at nature and practice your skills at capturing elusive subjects as well. Possibility of seeing mule deers, coyotes, bald eagles, raptors and other birds. Digital presentation of select works by expedition leader and informal discussion on Bosque photography.
Program Details
Duration
3 Days/2 Nights
Location
Bosque del Apache Wildlife Refuge
Season
January
Program Type
Photography Tour
Nearest City
Socorro, NM
Physical Condition Required
Fair
Destination(s)
New Mexico, United States
Minimum Age Limit
21
Guest Capacity
8
Led by
Carole Devillers
Guide Profile
Carole began her career of freelance photojournalist in Africa, in 1977. Her interest in multiculturalism and her sense of adventure led her to live in various parts of the world, and her accounts of stays with different ethnic groups were published in National Geographic magazine. From 1990 to 2000 she was Reuters News Pictures photo correspondent in Haiti and photographed the political unrest and street battles in Port-au-Prince. Over 25 years of photography, her clients have included the New York Times, the Washington Post, The World Wildlife Fund, The Cousteau Society, Jeune Afrique, Sygma, the Associated Press, New Mexico Magazine, the Albuquerque Journal, the Albuquerque Tribune, and America 24/7, to name a few. Blending her passions for photography and travel, she now leads her own expeditions.
Instructor
Carole Devillers
About the Instructor
Carole has given lectures and slide presentations at National Geographic Society, Rotary Club of Haiti, Imaging Professionals of the Southwest (NM), camera clubs and artists associations. On some expeditions you will have the opportunity to watch short digital presentations of her work ahead of a shooting excursion so that you know what to expect and how to photograph it best. You will have the opportunity as well of observing how a photographer explores and goes about capturing storytelling images of a new area. She will share her expertise with you and give you advice in the field to improve your photography.
Accommodations
Single or double room in motel.
Dining
Three to five meals included as per itinerary sent to you.
Attractions
During the day, take an excursion to the Very Large Array (VLA), one of the world's premier astronomical radio observatories, that consists of 27 dish-shaped radio antennas acting as a single antenna focusing on the sounds of deep space. The VLA is used primarily by astronomers from around the world. Photography is allowed and a tour of their exhibits explains the mission of the project (three participants minimum).
Additional Activities
Another option is to go to the El Camino Real Heritage Center, 20 miles south of the Bosque. This extraordinary museum depicts through beautifully done and lively exhibits the history of El Camino Real, or Royal Highway, the first road into North America from Mexico City to Santa Fe, that led to the European settlement of the New World in the 16th century.
Rates
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Program Itinerary
Day 1: Friday Meet in early afternoon in Socorro (one hour south of Albuquerque) at hotel (to be announced).
After check-in, drive to Bosque del Apache and stay until sunset to photograph the thousands snowgeese and Sandhill cranes coming back to the ponds for the night after a day of feeding in the corn fields. No two days are alike at the Bosque and the weather cannot be predicted, however you're sure to get beautiful as well as unusual shots.
Dinner in Socorro. (D)
Day 2: Saturday Drive before dawn to the Bosque for sunrise and fly-out of the birds. Enjoy breakfast in the field.
By mid-morning, you may wish to go back to the hotel and check your morning shots on laptop, or stay at the Bosque and view TV screen presentations about the Refuge at the Visitor Center.
Gourmet picnic lunch together. After lunch, gather for a digital presentation of select works by Carole Devillers and a discussion on Bosque photography. The afternoon is spent at the Bosque until sunset.
Dinner at the quaint Owl Cafe in San Antonio, that is famous for its green chile burgers. (B/L/D)
Day 3: Sunday Drive before dawn to the Bosque for sunrise and fly-out, and visit the Visitors Center.
During the day, drive for an excursion to the Very Large Array (VLA), 60 miles away, one of the world's premier astronomical radio observatories, that consists of 27 dish-shaped radio antennas acting as a single antenna focusing on the sounds of deep space. The VLA is used primarily by astronomers from around the world. Photography is allowed and a tour of their exhibits explains the mission of the project. (Minimum participants for that excursion: three.) Participants wishing to remain at the Bosque instead, may do so.
Lunch on your own (you may want to bring a picnic).
Return to the Bosque in mid-afternoon until sunset, after which the expedition ends. (B)
This Package Includes
Hotel Accommodations
Three to Five Meals as Scheduled
Expedition Leader Services
Notes
You provide your own transportation. Meet in Socorro as indicated in itinerary that will be sent to you.
Reservation Policy
A $200 per person deposit is required to secure a place on this weekender. The balance is due 45 days prior to start date. If less than three participants sign up, a small-group charge will apply, or the weekender may be cancelled.
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