Nov 6th-12th, 2012 (FULL)
The Ultimate Polar Bear Workshop provides discerning photographers the opportunity to experience ground level polar bear and arctic wildlife photography with breathtaking landscapes. Your photographs will truly reflect the beauty of the wildlife and their surroundings.
Nov 12th-14th, 2012 (1 Space Available)
3 days extension available on Tundra buggy. Note - this extension is limited to 10, with 9 spaces already filled.
Feature #1:
Wildly rugged and remote - this tundra coastal lodge provides photographers the ability to dedicate long days in the field getting up close and personal with Arctic Wildlife. Your journey of exploration and adventure will take place at our fly-in only Seal River Heritage Lodge located in the heart of polar bear country.
Feature #2:
This adventure offers ground level photo opportunities for Arctic wildlife, including polar bears, in a pristine untrammelled wilderness setting. Polar bears, caribou, and Arctic fox can be photographed in a backdrop of stunning sea and landscapes. Our Lodge's shoreline location is ideal for photographing bears on ice and snow.
Feature #3:
Located on the shoreline of the Hudson Bay we have experienced an exceptional number of clear nights for northern light photography and we have the highest number of sunshine days on the coast. We also have the best morning and evening light opportunities. You can also look forward to the finest food and wine in the Arctic! Mealtimes will be adjusted or delayed as required to ensure maximum photo opportunities.
Duration: 7 days and 6 nights
Inclusions:
Return airfare from Winnipeg to Churchill
Return aerial transfers from Churchill to the lodge and all necessary ground transfers
Four nights at the Lodge, and two nights in Winnipeg
6 breakfasts, 4 lunches, & 6 dinners
All activities while at the Lodge
Day 1 - ARRIVE IN WINNIPEG FOR YOUR OVERNIGHT STAY
Arrive in Winnipeg where you will enjoy a relaxing stay at our choice hotel. You’ll need your rest for your early morning departure to Churchill. Dinner will be held at the Four Points Sheraton at 6:00pm where you will meet your group and your adventure specialist.
Day 2 - AN ARCTIC ARRIVAL AND AERIAL TOUR
Arrive in Churchill by air where one of our expert staff will meet you at the airport and will provide you with an orientation to the tour including a clothing check (in order to crosscheck your "What to Bring" list as provided to you in email and in your Adventure Album). You will then be transferred by fixed wing aircraft or helicopter to our Seal River Heritage Lodge. This exciting flight takes you out over the historic Churchill River, and then northwest up the rugged Hudson Bay coast to Canada’s most exclusive Polar Bear viewing properties. Keep a sharp eye out en route for caribou, moose, seals, wolves and of course the Great Ice Bears. Upon your arrival, your hosts will provide a tour of the Lodge and get you settled into your room. A thorough orientation on travelling in polar bear country will be provided prior to any outings. Then it's time to assemble all those priceless cameras, hard drives, and tripods and start burning some serious gigabytes!
Day 3 - 5 - TUNDRA TREKKING, POLAR BEARS, AND PRICELESS PHOTOGRAPHY!
Our Seal River Heritage Lodge is a wildly rugged and remote location catering to the dedicated wildlife photographer willing to spend long hours in the field getting up close and personal with the arctic wildlife. Ground level photo opportunities are offered for arctic wildlife including polar bears in a pristine wilderness setting. We ARE in the heart of polar bear country! Your photos will have stunning backdrops with the sea and or landscapes surrounding the Lodge. Its shoreline location is ideal for photographing bears on snow and ice. Furthermore we have an exceptional number of clear nights for northern lights photography. As we mentioned in the features our gourmet meal service times will be adjusted to accommodate photo opportunities which are the priority so expect many a meal to be interrupted. Generally breakfast is served at 8:00 am, lunch as required; with appetizers at 6:00 pm followed by a veritable feast for the palate at 7:00 pm. Evenings are spent near the fireplace downloading images, sharing the day's adventures, or taking in an informative lecture or slide show. Bedtime is at your leisure. The entire Lodge area is patrolled for polar bears all night by one of our night watchmen so be prepared to have your sleep cut short by a nocturnal visit by one of the Great Ice Bears (or by one of our dazzling displays of northern lights!).
Day 6 - SAY GOODBYE TO THE LODGE!
After another hearty breakfast it is time to pack for the flight back to Churchill, say good-byes and snap a few more pictures! After another exciting aerial tour, you’ll arrive in Churchill where your bags will be stored for you until your flight back to Winnipeg later in the day. You are then free to explore and wine & dine in this frontier community at your leisure. We recommend local places such as Cape Merry, the Port of Churchill, the Eskimo Museum, the Polar Bear Holding Compound (otherwise known as the Polar Bear Jail), as well as the Parks Canada exhibit which are all of great interest. Dog sledding and helicopter charters fit nicely into this afternoon if you’re so inclined. If you are interested in a dog sledding tour please book through us so we can ensure you arrive in Churchill in time for your tour departure. We work with Blue Sky Mushing and you can visit their website at www.blueskymush.com. For aerial tours you can contact Hudson Bay Helicopters at info@hudsonbayheli.com or by phone at 204-675-2576. You will have a choice of Churchill restaurants for an early dinner and will be provided with a $30.00 dinner voucher. Participating restaurants will be listed on the voucher. After dinner you will meet up with our expeditor and you will be transferred to the airport in preparation for your flight back to Winnipeg. Upon your arrival into Winnipeg you will check back into the Four Points Sheraton for the night.
Day 7 - TIME FOR REALITY...
After a restful sleep you will pack your bags in preparation for your flight home. You will also enjoy a breakfast at your hotel before your trip back to reality.
$8,495 US per person plus applicable taxes (6% for non-residents and 8.5% for Canadians).
* A $1750 US single supplement will apply for single travelers who are not willing to share their room with another same-sex single traveler (or if none are available).
* 3 day buggy extension fee $3,595 per person, based on double occupancy. Includes; lodging, 3 day buggy tour w/lunches, and buggy transfers.
A $2,000 non-refundable deposit is required to secure lodge space.
A $1,000 non-refundable deposit is required to secure 3-day buggy extension
Deposit methods accepted; check made payable to Shoot the Light (address below), Pay Pal to info@shootthelight.com, and credit card via a phone call to our office.
To sign up contact us at;
Charles Glatzer, M.Photog
Shoot the Light
Po Box 987
Horse Shoe, NC 28742
office 828-891-4082
e-mail info@shootthelight.com
url www.shootthelight.com
blog www.shootthelight.com/blog
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