Montana/Wyoming

Inspired Images: Photographing the Wonders of Yellowstone

Program No. 17947RJ
Capture stunning images of Yellowstone National Park as you improve your photography with expert instruction, learning about compositing, light and the secrets of a great shot.

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At a Glance

On this photography adventure, capture Old Faithful’s powerful skyward spray, a bison feeding in a meadow or the tremendous scope of the Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone. As you record impressions of Yellowstone’s landscape, wildlife, geothermal features and historic structures, an instructor discusses composition, the use of light, proper exposure and more. Cap your week with a participant slide show and supportive critique.
Activity Level
Keep the Pace
Walking up to two miles total throughout each day on varied terrain; Getting on and off SUVS or Vans with photo equipment. Weather changes quickly. Elevations of 5,200-9,000 feet. For the experienced and more advanced photographer. Some dates available for beginner-intermediate photographer.
Micro Group
Micro Group
These adventures feature our smallest group size, with 12 participants or fewer.

What You'll Learn

  • Find your own vision of the iconic Yellowstone images as we visit the Old Faithful, Fishing Bridge and Canyon areas.
  • Explore the Lamar Valley and Hayden Valley, each a wide-open wildlife haven where you can expect to see bison, elk, waterfowl, coyotes and more.
  • Acquire new skills in exposure and composition.

General Notes

Extra-small group size; maximum of 12. For beginner to advanced photographers. Due to the nature of this program, listening devices are not available.
Featured Expert
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Meg Sommers
Meg Sommers has been an outdoor enthusiast from early childhood. A resident of Cody, she has been photographing seriously in Yellowstone National Park since 1990. Meg’s photography covers the full spectrum from landscapes and wildlife to flowers. She has traveled worldwide to seek out new and interesting opportunities in wildlife photography. In 2006 after 20 years in practice, she decided to retire as an attorney and judge to photograph full-time. Meg is a prize-winning photographer who has taught for Road Scholars since 2012.

Please note: This expert may not be available for every date of this program.

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Meg Sommers has been an outdoor enthusiast from early childhood. A resident of Cody, she has been photographing seriously in Yellowstone National Park since 1990. Meg’s photography covers the full spectrum from landscapes and wildlife to flowers. She has traveled worldwide to seek out new and interesting opportunities in wildlife photography. In 2006 after 20 years in practice, she decided to retire as an attorney and judge to photograph full-time. Meg is a prize-winning photographer who has taught for Road Scholars since 2012.
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Zack Baker attended high school in Livingston, Montana, 52 miles north of Yellowstone. His love for the park started while snowshoeing and observing wildlife. At Montana State University in Bozeman, he earned a B.S. in plant science, but it was Yellowstone’s mammals that grabbed his interest. He led private wildlife watching, hiking, and photography trips, and drove snowcoaches in the winter. He joined up with Road Scholar in 2017 and is now the Program Director for Road Scholar at the University of Montana Western.
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Zack Baker View biography
Zack Baker attended high school in Livingston, Montana, 52 miles north of Yellowstone. His love for the park started while snowshoeing and observing wildlife. At Montana State University in Bozeman, he earned a B.S. in plant science, but it was Yellowstone’s mammals that grabbed his interest. He led private wildlife watching, hiking, and photography trips, and drove snowcoaches in the winter. He joined up with Road Scholar in 2017 and is now the Program Director for Road Scholar at the University of Montana Western.
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Meals
17 Meals
6 Breakfasts
5 Lunches
6 Dinners
The following choices may be available when requested in advance: Gluten Free, Vegetarian
Lodging
Lodgings may differ by date. Select a date to see the lodgings specific to that date.
Display
Sep 09, 2024 - Sep 15, 2024
  • Sep 09, 2024 - Sep 15, 2024
  • May 20, 2024 - May 26, 2024
  • Sep 09, 2024 - Sep 15, 2024
  • Jan 27, 2025 - Feb 01, 2025
  • May 19, 2025 - May 25, 2025
  • Sep 15, 2025 - Sep 21, 2025
4 nights
Gardiner
Conveniently located less than one mile north of Yellowstone National Park, with a spectacular view of surrounding mountains and the Yellowstone River.
2 nights
Yellowstone National Park
Built in the style of classic national park lodges, Old Faithful Snow Lodge combines modern comfort with rustic timber construction. Within viewing distance of Old Faithful Geyser.
4 nights
Gardiner
Conveniently located less than one mile north of Yellowstone National Park, with a spectacular view of surrounding mountains and the Yellowstone River.
2 nights
Yellowstone National Park
Built in the style of classic national park lodges, Old Faithful Snow Lodge combines modern comfort with rustic timber construction. Within viewing distance of Old Faithful Geyser.
5 nights
West Yellowstone
West Yellowstone Holiday Inn is located near the most central entrance to Yellowstone National Park. The small town offers many family attractions such as the Grizzly & Wolf Discovery Center, Yellowstone Imax Theater and Museum of the Yellowstone plus shops, restaurants, rodeos, playhouses and more. Yellowstone National Park offers an Interpretive Ranger Program daily during the summer at the Chamber of Commerce. Kids ages 18 and under stay for free when sharing their parents’ room. Up to four kids ages 11 and under eat free any time of the day in any Holiday Inn® on-site restaurant.
4 nights
Gardiner
Conveniently located less than one mile north of Yellowstone National Park, with a spectacular view of surrounding mountains and the Yellowstone River.
2 nights
Yellowstone National Park
Built in the style of classic national park lodges, Old Faithful Snow Lodge combines modern comfort with rustic timber construction. Within viewing distance of Old Faithful Geyser.
4 nights
Gardiner
Conveniently located less than one mile north of Yellowstone National Park, with a spectacular view of surrounding mountains and the Yellowstone River.
2 nights
Yellowstone National Park
Built in the style of classic national park lodges, Old Faithful Snow Lodge combines modern comfort with rustic timber construction. Within viewing distance of Old Faithful Geyser.





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