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Minnesota – Black
Bears
May, 15-18th, 2009- hosted by BBC award wining photog Cheryl
Ertelt. Cheryl has been with STL since its inception, and has been
instrumental in the participation education process.
May,
19-22nd, 2009
The sanctuary is closed
to the public at this time, and we have it entirely to ourselves.
Bears and lots of them, plenty of interaction along, with
spring cubs and yearlings of all sizes. This will be my
seventh year and 15th visit with the black bears..knowing there behavior
translates into better imagery.
Come join us in Orr, Minnesota - "The
best place in North America to view and photograph black bears and
cubs in their natural habitat." Nestled in the North Woods of Minnesota,
the Sanctuary is located approximately two hours northwest of Duluth.
The nearest town is Orr, which is about thirty minutes away. While
black bears are the primary focus, the various habitats of the Sanctuary
are home to a variety of fauna and flora, including - pine martin,
woodchuck, chipmunk, and red squirrels.Songbirds are particularly
abundant in May, with hummingbirds in August.
Through
an exclusive arrangement, experience and photograph the behavior
and secretive life of the normally reclusive black bear. Gain
first hand valuable insight about bear biology, ecology, and habitat.
We are proud to offer this Photographic Workshop at this unique
Sanctuary. This is one you will not want to miss. This workshop
provides you with an amazing in-field photographic experience.
Our primary focus in May will be
cubs born in January or February; fur-balls of energy, inquisitive
and playful they are sure to delight even the most accomplished
wildlife photographer. With
many bears present this is a great time to capture behaviorial
interaction, and portraits, along with cubs of all sizes.
Comments- "Just got back today.
Hands down the best tour I ever went on...Charles is a great
guy and will stop shooting to answer any question. I saw him
help another person in the group with their equipment, even
carrying it himself several times. He knows his stuff cold and
went at it from dawn to dusk every day. Several times we were
all laughing about almost nothing to the point of tears....a
really great trip. Sign up man, you will get a lot out of it...at
night and during times when bears were quiet we looked at images
and Photoshop on his lap top.. Outstanding.in every way. I cant
wait for my 80 rolls to get back.."
DO -
I had the distinct pleasure and privilege to participate in
the Black Bear Workshop in Orr, Minnesota skillfully arranged
and managed by Charles Glatzer. Although I had heard in advance
of his uncommon abilities as an instructor, the experience exceeded
by far my expectations. Charles is tireless as well as knowledgeable
and has a unique ability to convey information to photographers
of all levels of expertise. He not only makes himself available
to address any and all questions but also has an uncanny knack
of sensing when you might be considering a question. He will
quietly point out problems with a particular shot that you never
realized existed. Finally, Charles will go out of his way to
help each individual with his or her specific difficulties,
spending several hours with me during noontime lulls to work
on my weaknesses in the digital darkroom. He is personable,
most approachable, always available, and lacks the inflated
ego sometimes seen in individuals at the top of their field.
All of this combined with the superb natural setting and availability
of black bears to photograph makes this workshop a most memorable
and valuable experience.
Joseph D. Motto |
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To ensure the best instruction possible,
this workshop will be limited to a maximum of 5 participants. Participation
only reserved on receipt of deposit.
** Lodging recommendation - North Country
Inn (motel in Orr - Hwy 53): www.northcountryinn.com Ph. (218)-757-3778
Fee of $1995 includes photographic instruction, and all sanctuary
fees.
Terms: A $500.00 non-refundable deposit
is required. The balance is due 2 months before the date of the workshop
and is then non-refundable unless the tour sells out. If we do not
receive your check for the balance on or before the due date, we will
try to fill your spot off the waiting list. If your spot is filled,
you will lose your deposit only.
Booking and Refund
Policy
Please e-mail or include the the following
information with deposit:
1-Workshop Location and Date
2-Your name, address, day/evening phone numbers
For additional information, contact Charles at -
"Shoot the Light" Instructional
Photographic Workshops
P.O. Box 987
Horse Shoe, NC 28742
tel: 828-891-4082
toll free US 866-399-3579
Contact Chas Here |
