By late February, Lake Superior can get covered in pack ice. Thick sheets of pack ice get pushed up onto the shore making a maze of blue ice to walk through. This ice also makes an interesting subject to photograph — the deep blue of the ice contrasts with the splash of color during the sunrise. Combine the icy Lake Superior sunrises with the frozen inland areas along the Gunflint Trail, an icy inland river snowshoe to an 80-foot frozen waterfall that ice climbers climb, and snow-covered overlooks for an inland sunsets and you have my Winter Along the Gunflint Photography Workshop. Based in Grand Marais, Minnesota.
Dates:
- Dates: Not currently scheduled. You can see the list of current photo workshops here.
Location: Grand Marais, Minnesota
This event is in cooperation with and under a Special Use Permit from U.S. Forest Service, Gunflint Ranger District.
Check out my current photo workshop schedule.
On this winter photography workshop, we’ll explore the frozen shoreline of Lake Superior for a sunrise and sunset, and we’ll spend a day in the frozen reaches of deep winter on the Gunflint Trail. This workshop provides a combination of the best locations that the north shore and inland near the Boundary Waters.
Itinerary
The itinerary is subject to change and will vary based on which workshop you attend.
- Day 1: Classroom starts at 10am. After class, we’ll shoot sunset on Lake Superior.
- Day 2: Sunrise to sunset in the field. Break for breakfast and a hour long classroom session if we didn’t complete all the presentations on the first day. Inland locations along the Gunflint for sunrise and sunset.
- Day 3: Sunrise on Lake Superior. Breakfast and checkout. Image review from 9am to 11am. Optional night photography session available for an additional fee (minimum of three participants required).
Additional Information
Maximum number of participants: 10
Level: This workshop is for all levels of photographers and works best for photographers using digital cameras.
Activity level: Expect 3 miles of snowshoeing on Saturday. For sunrises and sunsets, you’ll need to be able to walk on icy surfaces using crampons or cleats.
What’s included in the workshop fee: Quality small group and one-on-one instruction. Conference room for classroom time. Fun!
What’s not included in the workshop fee: Transportation to Grand Marais and photography locations. Carpooling is highly recommended. Lodging. Meals. All other expenses.
Lodging partner: The lodging partner is within walking distance of downtown Grand Marais. After you register, you’ll receive information about booking your room in the room block. You’ll need to make your room registration separately from the workshop fee.
Getting to Grand Marais: Grand Marais, Minnesota is 110 miles north of Duluth, Minnesota on Highway 61. Duluth boasts a small international airport. It’s 260 miles north of Minneapolis, Minnesota, which has an international airport that also acts as a regional hub. Grand Marais is 128 kilometers south of Thunder Bay, Ontario on Highway 61. Thunder Bay has a small airport. Car rentals are available at the airports.
Weather: The average temps are 10°F for lows and 28°F for highs. The records are -34°F and 58°F. Count on snow on the ground and ice.
Equipment list: After registration, you will receive a full equipment list and 50+ page participant package. The package will discuss equipment options, photography techniques and more.
Registration and Cancellation Policies
Please, read the Registration and Cancellation Policies at the link. There are no exceptions to the policy.
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