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Digital Photography: Capture Oregon's Waterfalls, Flowers, Mountains & Coast

Program Number: 15918RJ
Start and End Dates:
10/20/2013 - 10/26/2013;
Duration: 6 nights
Location: Portland, Oregon
Price starting at: $995.00 - Price may vary based on date, departure city
Program Type: Photography
Meals: 14; 6 Breakfasts, 4 Lunches, 4 Dinners    
Meal Options: Low Fat; Low Salt    

Optimize your digital photography skills as you walk through the natural beauty of Oregon’s mountains and lush forests, and meander along the artful streets of Portland. In workshops and on the trails, professional photographers share tips for improving composition, optimizing your camera features and trying new techniques. Evening sessions allow for an opportunity to share photos and enjoy the perspectives of your fellow photographers.




Highlights

• Visit historic Timberline Lodge on Mount Hood and stroll through a majestic old growth forest along Camp Creek.
• Photograph the waterfalls and wildflowers of the Columbia River Gorge, and enjoy an opportunity to take pictures of the Gorge at sunset.
• Capture images of Oregon’s rugged coastline, quaint seaside town of Cannon Beach.



Activity Particulars

Optional walking of two miles daily over uneven terrain; Optional elevations of 400 feet.




Date Specific Information

10-20-2013

During the fall, we will see dahlia gardens and pumpkin fields.



Coordinated by NW Discoveries.




Portland (Oregon)

Portlanders live a life rich in the arts, surrounded by natural beauty and conveniently situated near the Pacific Coast and Columbia River Gorge. The City of Roses is a walker's paradise filled with parks, fountains and unique neighborhoods.
Accommodations
Comfortable hotel with indoor pool, Jacuzzi and fitness center.

Road Scholar Instructors
These instructors are participating on at least one date of this program. Please note that changes may occur.
Ken Barker
Ken Barker has been a photographer from an early age. He has taught adult education photo classes, has a photographic note card line, produced several picture calendars and several pictures in magazines.
 
Meals and Lodgings
   Courtyard at Marriott
  Portland, OR 6 nights
 Courtyard at Marriott
Type: Full Service Hotel
  Description: Centrally located in Portland within easy walking distance of Willamette River walkway, downtown Portland and local transportation
  Contact info: 435 NE Wasco St.
Portland, OR 97232 USA
phone: 503-234-3200
web: www.marriott.com/PDXCL
  Room amenities: Each room has cable TV, hairdryer, ironing board, refrigerator, in room coffee/tea maker
  Facility amenities: Lodging has air conditioning, with cable TV, refrigerator, high speed internet access, indoor pool with hot tub/jacuzzi, fitness center, restaurant, walking distance to MAX (light rail) which provides access to airport and free parking during program.
  Smoking allowed: No
  Elevators available: Yes
  Additional nights prior: $100-175./room/night Price dependent on room availability. Mention you are with Road Scholar program for possible discount.
  Check in time: 3:00 PM
  Additional nights after: $100-175./room/night Price dependent on room availability. Mention you are with Road Scholar program for possible discount.
  Check out time: 12:00 PM


Travel Details
  Start of Program:
Check in 3:00-5:30 PM. You will be staying at Courtyard at Marriott that night.
  End of Program:
Program ends at 9:00 AM after breakfast. Checkout by Noon. You will be staying at Courtyard at Marriott the night before.
  Required documents:
The Road Scholar Health & Safety Form is required. Liability Release Waivers are required to be signed for participation in this program.
  Parking availability:
Parking is available at lodging for free during program week..
Transportation
To Start of Program
  Location:  Portland, OR
  Nearest city or town:  Portland
  Nearest highway: Interstate 5
  Nearest airport:  Portland
  From End of Program
  Location: Portland, OR
    (Additional transportation information same as above)
Travel Details
 

Portland, Courtyard by Marriott

 

From Airport

 
 

Service:

 

Public Transportation
MAX train
phone: 503-234-3200

 

Per Person/One Way:

 

$2.00
Prices are subject to change.
 

Travel Time:

 

20 minutes 
 

Distance:

 

15 miles
   

Take a taxi or shuttle bus from Island 2 outside of baggage claim to our motel. Or take our local train MAX Red line to Downtown, exit the train at the Convention Center. It is a 10 minute (1.5 block) walk to our Motel. Walk up the hill (east); Left on Martin Luther King Blvd.; Right on Wasco and our motel. Arrive in Portland early to ensure you are well rested as you enjoy its public transit system, to see its artwork, & attractions. www.travelportland.com or 1-800-962-3700.

 
Driving Directions
  Directions for GPS We recommend you put the lodging address into your GPS or vehicle navigation system or use the internet mapping websites: (ensure the mapping directions are similar to our provided instructions) http://maps.google.com/ then click on Get directions, then input your starting destination and ending destination = lodging address provided. or www.mapquest.com; then click on Get Directions, then input your starting destination and ending destination = lodging address provided. Courtyard at Marriott 435 NE Wasco St., Portland, OR Lodging 97232 503-234-3200, www.marriott.com/PDXCL You can also visit the lodging website or call the lodging for additional directions.
  From I-84 going west From I-84 going west, take exit #1 (Lloyd Blvd.). Continue straight on Lloyd Blvd. Turn right on Grand Ave.; Turn left on Wasco St. Enter driveway to Courtyard by Marriott on right side.
  From Interstate 5 in Portland From I-5 take exit #302A-Lloyd Center/Convention Center/Colliseum, drive east on NE Weidler St., Right on Martin Luther King Blvd. left on Wasco St. (3rd street from Weidler). Enter driveway of Courtyard by Marriott.
Elevation Note: One afternoon visiting Timberline Lodge at 5900 ft. and its surroundings

Equipment Requirements: Recommended digital camera with operating manual and TV connection Appropriate walking clothes, Need to bring rain gear.
The prices listed for commercial services and facilities that are not included in the program cost, such as airport shuttles or extra nights lodging, are subject to change without notice. Since Road Scholar cannot guarantee the accuracy of these prices, we strongly suggest contacting the companies directly for the most up-to-date information.


Daily Schedule

Day 1: Welcome to the charming City of Portland, getting to know your fellow photographers and learning about the upcoming week.
(Sunday, October 20)

Note: Please bring your camera and owners manual to evening classes. We will shoot during both sessions.
   
 Arrive To: Check in between 3:00 - 4:30 PM at Lodging
 Afternoon: 3:30-4:30 pm Beginning photographers join instructor to learn how to use basic settings of your camera. Bring camera and instruction manual.
 Afternoon: 4:30-6:00 pm Meeting to get to know each other and learn about how to operate your camera. Bring camera and instruction manual.
 Dinner: Dinner at 6:15 PM at motel restaurant.
 Evening: Program orientation, preparation for the week ahead, and lecture on photo techniques of exposure and composition until 9:00 PM. .
   
Accommodations: Courtyard at Marriott
Meals Included: Dinner

Day 2: Hood River with fields of pumpkins and corn and possible windsurfers. Columbia River Gorge waterfalls.
(Monday, October 21)

Note: Short walks to find the best pictures. Good footing.
   
 Breakfast: Breakfast at 7:15 AM in lodging restaurant.
 Morning: Travel to the Hood River area and photograph a local farm with pumpkins and corn, take pictures of Mt. Hood and possible windsurfers.
 Lunch: During your free time, explore the quaint town of Hood River as you select your eatery for lunch. You will find food and drink ranging from simple home-style meals to gourmet offerings, outstanding wine to hand-crafted beers. In this rich agricultural region, it’s not surprising the food is fresh, local, and delicious.
 Afternoon: Photograph the Columbia River Gorge. Including viewing Herman the sturgeon face to face and Multnomah Falls one of the most photographed in Oregon.
 Dinner: Dinner at Multnomah Falls Lodge restaurant, adjacent to Multnomah falls, the largest falls in Oregon at 542 ft.
 Evening: Travel the Historic River Gorge highway with a sunset stop at Crown point overlooking the Columbia River Gorge.
   
Accommodations: Courtyard at Marriott
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Day 3: Explore and photograph Portland gardens and city artwork: See Wood ducks at Crystal Springs Rhododendron Garden. Walk downtown Portland to photograph the artwork, fountains and river life of downtown Portland.
(Tuesday, October 22)

Note: Short walks on paved paths to explore Portland and gardens to find your special pictures.
   
 Breakfast: Breakfast at 7:15 AM in lodging restaurant.
 Morning: Walk and photograph Crystal Springs Rhododendron Gardens. This unique seven acre garden contains an outstanding collection of hybrid rhododendrons, azaleas, and other rare plant species. Stroll by three waterfalls, cross two picturesque bridges and wander down shaded paths to Crystal Springs Lake and marvel at the fountain’s spray and some of the over 94 species of birds (including the majestic Wood duck) recorded here.
 Lunch: Lunch at the motel.
 Afternoon: A Lecture on photographic techniques follows lunch. We then lead you on a walk of downtown Portland’s trendy streets, river walks, and natural foot paths which present photo opportunities that include city artwork, fountains, and river live.
 Dinner: Enjoy your free time as you explore Portland and select your eatery to satisfy your taste buds. Portland has become one of the most exciting food towns in the country! See what the buzz is all about as you seek out a fine family restaurant, ultra specialty shoppe, or the perfect food cart (there are over 600!).
 Evening: We review your pictures taken so far with the instructor and your fellow road scholars.
   
Accommodations: Courtyard at Marriott
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

Day 4: Visit and photograph the majestic northern Oregon coast near Cannon Beach.
(Wednesday, October 23)

Note: Short walks (less than 1 mile) on hard packed sand and well maintained trails to the beaches and overlooks for our pictures.
   
 Breakfast: Breakfast at 7:15 AM in lodging restaurant.
 Morning: Drive to the majestic Oregon Coast and stop at Ecola State park for a dramatic overview of the rugged Oregon Coast and Terrible Tilly lighhouse.
 Lunch: Sack lunch outdoors.
 Afternoon: Visit Oswald West State park for a walk through an old growth Sitka forest to picturesque Short Sand beach. Free time to explore the quaint town of Cannon Beach and walk the beach for views of Haystack Rock.
 Dinner: Enjoy exploring Cannon Beach and finding the eatery (on your own) that will satisfy your taste buds. This picturesque community has a long standing reputation as "one of the 100 best art towns in America". Relax and watch sea birds circle Haystack Rock, rising 235 feet above miles of sandy beach.
 Evening: Return to Portland.
   
Accommodations: Courtyard at Marriott
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

Day 5: Take pictures of Portlands Rose garden and a sea of color at the Swan Island Dahlia garden.
(Thursday, October 24)

Note: Walk through the gardens as you search for your pictures.
   
 Breakfast: Breakfast at 7:15 AM at lodging restaurant.
 Morning: Photograph Portlands Convention center artwork and gardens. Enjoy a photo presentation on how we can improve our pictures before heading out to Portland's Rose garden.
 Lunch: Sack lunch at a park.
 Afternoon: Drive through the scenic Willamette River Valley with ferry crossing to colorful Swan Island Dahlia gardens.
 Dinner: Dinner at motel.
 Evening: Another review session of your photos.
   
Accommodations: Courtyard at Marriott
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 6: Visit and Photograph an old growth forest and the historic Timberline Lodge.
(Friday, October 25)

Note: Short walks around the lodge as we search for photos. Optional trail walks along Camp Creek as it winds through a magnificient Old Growth forest.
   
 Breakfast: Breakfast at 7:15 AM in lodging restaurant
 Morning: Visit historic Timberline Lodge and photograph its many photogenic subjects. Timberline Lodge is a hand built wonder of classic “rustic” elements: high ceilings, massive exposed beams and posts, wrought iron metal accents, and large expanses of rough-cut stones. As much an art museum as a lodge, it is a showplace of superb craftsmanship, both old and new.
 Lunch: Sack lunch in the Day Lodge.
 Afternoon: Photograph classic old growth Douglas Fir and Cedars draped in mosses and lichen along the banks of Camp Creek. Optional night shot of Portland's city lights.
 Dinner: Dinner at a local restaurant.
 Evening: Share stories and experiences from the week and review photos during a closing program that ends by 9:00 pm
   
Accommodations: Courtyard at Marriott
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 7: Enjoying the weeks memories of good pictures and new friends.
(Saturday, October 26)

Note: No activity scheduled as people pack up for their departure after breakfast.
   
 Breakfast: Breakfast at 7:15 AM will be served in lodging restaurant.
 Morning: Program ends at 8:00 AM after breakfast with everyone checking out of lodging by 12:00 PM.
   
Meals Included: Breakfast
Important information about your itinerary: Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy and completeness of the information featured on this website. Itineraries are based on our best information at this time. Circumstances beyond our control may require us to adjust itineraries or other details. We regret any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your understanding. Information will be sent to you from your Program Provider approximately three weeks prior to the program start date. The prices listed for commercial services and facilities that are not included in the program cost, such as airport shuttles or extra nights lodging, are subject to change without notice. Since Road Scholar cannot guarantee the accuracy of these prices, we strongly suggest contacting the companies directly for the most up-to-date information.

Suggested Reading List


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Complete Digital Photography


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Understanding Digital Photography


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Understanding Exposure, 3rd Edition: How to Shoot Great Photographs with Any Camera


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