The Experience

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Churchill is located approximately 1000 km North of Winnipeg on the shores of Hudson Bay. This Epic Photo Escape operates on Treaty 5 land, the traditional lands of the Cree, Dene, Inuit, and the Homeland of the Red River Métis. 

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Known as the “Polar Bear Capital of the World” Churchill is home to about as many humans as Polar Bears. Each year a sub population of roughly 800 Polar Bears migrate through the area from July until November while patiently waiting for sea ice to form again. The first sea ice generally accumulates at Cape Churchill thanks to a counter clockwise current in the Hudson Bay and lower levels of salinity from the flow of fresh water from the Churchill River.

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Our workshop gets you eye level with these amazing bears.  Unlike other polar bear tours which put large groups in tundra buggies, with the use of our guide's 4×4 vehicles, our small group explores a network of trails along the Hudson Bay shoreline smack dab in the middle of a Polar Bear migration route. Our experienced guides and their permits allow us to exit the vehicle to create some of the best photo opportunities, giving you the best angle and experience with these amazing and powerful bears!

 

Immerse Yourself in a Polar Wonderland of Photography:

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Unleash your inner photographer and embark on the journey of a lifetime in Churchill, Canada. Join us for an exclusive Photography Adventure and Workshop that will take you to the “Polar Bear Capital of the World.” If all goes to plan, we’ll encounter majestic polar bears, playful arctic foxes, bouncy arctic hares and if we are lucky take in the mesmerizing dance of the Aurora Borealis. This is your opportunity to capture nature's most captivating spectacles through your lens with mentorship and guidance from the two of the best in the industry, Kristi Odom and her partner Forest Gustaveson!

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What Awaits You:

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🐾 Polar Bear Encounters: Get ready to capture the Arctic's apex predators in their natural habitat. Our expert guides will ensure a safe and respectful distance while allowing you to photograph polar bears in their stunning tundra surroundings. Seize the chance to document their raw power and serene moments as they roam the icy expanse.

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🦊 Arctic & Red Fox Spectacle: Amidst the frozen landscapes, the elusive Arctic foxes might make a magical appearance. Their pristine white coats blend seamlessly with the snow-covered terrain, offering a captivating subject for your lens. If we're extra lucky, we'll also see a Red Fox! With their russet coats that contrast against the white expanse, these elusive creatures bring a touch of warmth to the icy landscapes, creating a mesmerizing scene for your camera to capture. We'll definitely keep an eye out for these cunning and playful beings, and turn ourselves into storytellers of Arctic life.

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🌌 Aurora Borealis Extravaganza: While this time of year has a lot of cloud cover, if we are lucky we may witness the night sky come alive with vibrant hues of green, pink, and purple as the Northern Lights paint a celestial masterpiece. Learn the art of capturing this ethereal phenomenon if it makes an appearance during our Trip. With an average 300+ nights a year of visible Northern Lights, Churchill remains one of the best destinations on earth to experience the Aurora Borealis. Uniquely situated directly under the Auroral Oval, even on nights with little solar activity the odds of catching a glimmer of Aurora are high provided the skies are clear. 

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📸 Guidance & Education by Professionals: Kristi and Forest are seasoned photography mentors and will lead optional classes during the Trip. Whether you're a hobbyist looking to build your basic skills or an experienced photographer aiming to refine your techniques, Kristi and Forest will provide personalized guidance to help you achieve your creative vision.

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🗓️ Logistics: First, you’ll need to get yourself to the wonderful City of Winnipeg. From there, we fly together to Churchill. Once in Churchill, this Epic Photo Escape is all-inclusive covering accommodations, meals, transportation within Churchill, and of course photography mentoring and guidance (see the registration page for a full list of inclusions and exclusions).

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Book Your Spot Today:

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Seize this unique opportunity to create captivating photographs and video of polar bears, arctic foxes & hares, and the Aurora Borealis. Space for this exclusive adventure is limited to just six students. Join us on this Epic Photo Escape to learn, explore, and capture the Arctic's wonders in the most stunning way possible.

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What You'll See

(images and video by Kristi Odom)