E5: Thursday, 6th November to Sunday, 9th November 2008 - 3 nights
       Thursday, 19th November to Sunday, 22nd November 2009 - 3 nights
(this event is all outdoors with some general review sessions and presentations in the evenings - suitable for all levels and any media)

Photo by Darwin Wiggett,
taken near Aurum Lodge in November 2004

Join acclaimed photographer Darwin Wiggett and your host Alan Ernst on this latest of our nature photography outings. The date for this event, at the beginning of the winter season, was chosen to accommodate the many requests for dawn and dusk skies and the combination of open water and ice. Early November to mid December is generally the best time of year for: colourful sunrises and sunsets, warm light throughout the day with a low angled sun, clear skies without haze (ideal for nighttime photography and star trails too), mist rising off the water in the mornings and a combination of open water and ice along the shore lines of Abraham Lake and our many rivers. With a little luck, we may also be able to witness the Bighorn sheep rut in the National Park. Usually, at this time of year, the mountain tops will be covered in snow, whereas the valley bottoms may still be dry or only have a light snow cover. However, temperatures can be significantly below freezing already and there is a possibility of snow squalls of course. Thus, as always, participants should be prepared for everything.

The tour will be similar in scope to the successful winter workshops, now going into our fourth season. Flexibility is the name of the game, so participants can optimise their time in the field and hopefully return with many stunning images.

For more information on Darwin Wiggett please visit www.darwinwiggett.com

Package includes:

• Three nights accommodation at Aurum Lodge (single occupancy)
• Three dinners, three breakfasts and three lunches
• Excursions in the area - we will share carpooling
• Thursday Night meeting to discuss the interests and expectations of the group and an introductory slide show.
• Friday Night - Darwin will provide an open portfolio review of all participants work (bring 20 prints or slides for review). Peer discussion is encouraged.
• Saturday Night - open discussion about any aspect of photography.
• In case of inclement weather, other indoor sessions can be arranged including digital enhancement of pictures
• Personalized instruction and shooting experience with one of Canada's premier nature photographers. We will spend most of our time in the field creating stunning images. Darwin will be there at all times to guide and assist you in developing your personal photographic vision.
• Maximum No. of participants is 6.
  You should be able to hike short distances (1 - 2 km) with your camera gear. Participants will receive a list of equipment suggestions / questionnaire about three weeks before the event.