Idaho Photography Workshops and Tours 2026
LOST RIVER VALLEY-
IDAHO PHOTOGRAPHY TOUR
JUN 28th-JUL 1st, 2026
About
Tours do not include any photography instruction and are best for those who know photography enough to be comfortable shooting on their own.
Come explore the Lost River Valley and the high mountains surrounding Mackay, Idaho. From Copper Basin to the Pahsimeroi Highlands, to the historical mining structures of the Mine Hill Tour, waterfalls and hopefully some wildflowers. (Waterfalls all require some hiking up to 3/4 mile)
Three lodging spots are available in a country home near Mackay. It has 3 queen bedrooms and 2 bathrooms to share. It is viewable here:
https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/35616875
Others will need to secure their own lodging (not included) at a local hotel.
This landscape photography workshop/tour takes place over 4 days and 3 nights.
Carpooling to photo locations is required.
Total tour is limited to 8 students. (3 single occupancy rooms available, plus 5 more can book at motels in Mackay). Minimum of 5 registrations required.
Tour may be cancelled at anytime and for any reason by instructor with full refunds given.
A non-refundable deposit of $125.00 is required to register.
Balance due will be invoiced in late April, 2026.
Total Price (Includes deposit) and Lodging Choices
A bedroom in the house........$ 1100 (3 spots remaining as of Aug. 26th, 2025)
Stay at the Hotel in Mackay (not included)........$ 750 (5 spots remaining as of Aug. 26th, 2025)
Please email your lodging request after registering.
Terms
You may cancel up to April 1st, 2026- minus the non-refundable deposit.
All fees are due and workshop balance is non-refundable after April 30th, 2026.
Trip insurance is highly recommended.
2026 Schedule
BITTERROOT MOUNTAINS
SUMMER DAY TOUR
JULY 6th, 2026
About
Summer on the west slopes of the Bitterroot Mountains is a heavenly mix of flowing water and green conifers. We'll car pool from Wallace early and watch sunrise from a mountain vista overlooking the St. Joe River Drainage. We'll shoot waterfalls, trestles and tunnels, old bridges, creek and rivers.
Bring your water shoes, a camp chair and a sack lunch. We should finish up in mid-afternoon.
Carpooling required on bumpy and dusty roads.
Price and Terms
$175.00 includes a $50.00 non-refundable deposit at registration. Balance due by July 10th and is non-refundable after payment.
Tour is limited to a small group of 6 students in 3 vehicles. Minimum of 4 students required.
FAQ
I hope the following information will answer some, if not all of your questions, but feel free to call or email me if you have any concerns.
What to expect?
All workshops are fitting for any skill level or camera equipment and most fitness levels. There is little actual hiking involved and it is usually optional.
Each full day is split into two shooting sessions with a mid day break and/or afternoon instructional sessions.
Beyond landscape composition, most instruction is geared towards the use of a DSLR or mirror-less camera, and a tripod is required.
Overall class size is small to offer individualized instruction and space for each student to work.
There are two instructors per workshop. One who shoots Canon and one who shoots Nikon.
Signed disclaimer is required prior to participation.
Idaho Scenic Images is insured and carries the permits required for its workshops.
Previous students receive a $75.00 discount on destination workshops of 4 days or more.
No discounts are given on tours.
What do we expect of you?
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A positive attitude.
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The ability to be on time.
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A desire to have fun with like minded people.
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A dedication to improving your photography skills.
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An understanding that photo locations will require traveling varying distances of up to 1.5 hours from the "home base".
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The patience to wait for others at locations that may not interest you.
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Driving skills that include the ability to be comfortable on a moderately bumpy and/or rutted mountain roads.
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An acceptance and respect that others may have differing opinions than yourself regarding sensitive topics such as politics and/or religion.
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An understanding that "great light" may supersede and delay any meal time.
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Knowing that your vehicle will become covered in dust and/or mud and being ok with it. :)
For the comfort of all - we request
Non-Smokers only please.