Nature Photography with a Naturalist!

About Chris Becea, Photography Naturalist: Chris's professional career continues with his local photography business, Morning Light Photography. Starting from a young age his love of the outdoors soon found him capturing nature and wildlife images as his passion continued to grow, he chose to pursue a career in photography majoring in photography with a B.A. in Fine Arts. Having over 35 years of professional work as a portrait, fine art, food, nature, and family photographer- Chris brings an exceptional passion for the outdoors and teaching experience to this unique clinic where you can learn about the ecology that inspires your photographs!

Destination: Dumont Lake Day-Use; Rabbit Ear's Pass area.

AGES 16+

Where do you meet: 925 Weiss Drive Steamboat Springs CO 80487

What time and how long is the tour:  Please arrive at 8:45 am we will set off and carpool at 9 AM and return to the parking lot at the trailhead by 11:00 am.

Difficultly/distance: easy terrain/ short distance. We will be moving to locations relativity close to the trailhead, this area is very gentle terrain. Dress/prepare for more time standing still than hiking.

What to wear: Dress for the weather (current and future) and dress in layers! Many people like to wear long pants/sleeves to protect themselves from the sun, dirt, and things that might make you itchy (mosquitos, etc.). Avoid cotton when you’re able to and go with a synthetic material or wool. Also remember to wear sturdy hiking shoes, good socks, a cool sun hat, and sunscreen!

What to bring in your day pack: 2 Water bottles, snacks, sunscreen, extra layers (long sleeve shirt, fleece) and also bring your waterproof jacket- weather changes quickly, make sure to come for cooler/wet weather

• Must bring your own camera, tripod recommended but not necessary.  Geared toward DSLR; any camera welcome!
• Something to kneel on might be nice (such as a small tarp, foam matt, garden kneelers).

Have any questions or concerns? Email Lexi Stine at Lexi@yampatika.org or call our office (970) 871-9151

REFUNDS-

If you are registered and feel ill, have been placed under quarantine or have any reason to believe you have been in contact with covid-19:

• Please call before the program starts & leave a voicemail to let us know- do not attend the program, we will issue a full refund.
• If you do not call and do not show up we will not issue a refund.

Non-illness related REFUND POLICY