A gray jay, one of Steve's favorite boreal creatures, comes out to play. Photo by Ken Hupila

Come along into the woods as Steve’s student or companion on a photo excursion package for individuals or groups. Spend one or more days with Steve as he guides you to some of the best locations for boundary waters images. Many of these locations are where he has captured the images on this Web site.

For individual and small-group excursions (up to three people) rates are $250 per day per person, with clients providing their own equipment and meals, and Steve providing transportation for the excursion and the key one-on-one attention afforded through small groups. During these trips, you, the client, are the focus, and we will work hard to ensure you get the images you want. For groups larger than three, the daily rate is capped at $750, and groups up to 10 people will provide their own additional transportation and divide the cost among them. Camera clubs in particular find this an attractive option. Couples booking small-group excursions receive a $50 discount.

The year is 365 days long, and the beauty of the landscape around Ely has neither beginning nor end, so these excursions are not limited by the season. Steve has spent many days shooting from snowshoes in temperatures to -35º. Winter shoots offer fewer options, generally, and require a stiffer constitution, but contain a beauty all their own. Key seasons include orchids and other wildflowers in early June, butterflies on wildflowers later in the summer, vivid autumn color starting in September and running through early October, and virgin snowscapes all winter long.

Whether you are a photo novice who wants lessons in photography or an experienced photographer who needs access to good locations, we will accommodate your needs.

Photo excursions make great gifts, and many of our clients have purchased excursions for their friends and family. So we offer gift cards you can purchase and put in your loved one’s Christmas stocking or give as a birthday present.

We will also make recommendations for lodging and dining, and will provide services for digital photographers who do not have laptops or other portable devices to back up their work. After the day's shoot, leave your memory cards with us and we'll download them and make CD backups at our office and return the materials the next morning.

For a full rundown of recommendations for equipment, clothing, food, dining and lodging, or to ask more questions or book your excursion, click here.

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