Want to experience a fun activity and improve your photography skills at the same time? Join local photographers on photography outings to prime locations, where you’ll go on an easy walk, learn some information of the area, and get professional tips for taking great images. All skill levels and camera types are welcome, including mobile phone cameras. Photo Treks are for individuals or small groups and are priced at $45/person to make them affordable activities. We promise to over deliver and that you will leave inspired to take more photos. Each Photo Trek is customized to the location, subject, and skills you are interested in. Check out the Photo Treks listed below for ideas and then contact us to customize one of your own.
UPDATE: We are offering Social Distance Photo Treks where we will meet one or two people in a location where we can maintain two meters between us as we work on photography skills.
Photo Trek Ideas
Squamish - eagle watching
Squamish – eagle watching $45/person
You will receive meet up location when you sign up for the Photography Trek. Please wear proper shoes and clothing for walking and weather. We go rain or shine and we will be doing some trail walking. All participants should have a camera – DSLR, compact, or phone – and we will give photography tips to match your camera. We will be going to some of the lesser known areas with a birding expert in hopes of getting some great photos.
Squamish - portrait special
Squamish – portraits $60/two people
Book this Photo Trek with someone you know and practice taking portrait photos of each other with tips from a professional photographer. You will receive meet up location closer the Photo Trek so that we can pick the best location for the weather. Please wear proper shoes and clothing for walking and weather. We go rain or shine and we may be doing some trail walking. All participants should have a camera – DSLR, compact, or phone – and we will give photography tips to match your camera. This is a fun outing and activity to do with a friend.
Whistler - mountains & snow
Whistler – mountains & snow $45/person
You will receive meet up location when you sign up for the Photography Trek. Please wear proper boots and clothing for walking and weather as it can get very cold in the winter (hat, winter coat, gloves, boots, layers). We go snow or shine and we will be doing some trail walking. All participants should have a camera – DSLR, compact, or phone – and we will give photography tips to match your camera. Be prepared to see some amazing scenery and have some fun.
Paradise Valley - bridges & depth of field
Paradise Valley – bridges & depth of field $45/person
You will receive meet up location when you sign up for the Photography Trek. Please wear proper shoes and clothing for walking and weather. We go rain or shine and we will be doing some trail walking. All participants should have a camera – DSLR, compact, or phone – and we will give photography tips to match your camera. Be prepared to get creative and have some fun.
Squamish Estuary - birds w/ bird expert
Squamish Estuary – birds with a bird expert $45/person
You will receive meet up location when you sign up for the Photography Trek. Please wear proper shoes and clothing for walking and weather. We go rain or shine and we will be doing some trail walking. All participants should have a camera – DSLR, compact, or phone – and we will give photography tips to match your camera. We will be going with a bird expert to increase our opportunity of seeing more birds.
Squamish, Whistler, or Vancouver - street photography
Squamish, Whistler, or Vancouver – street photography $45/person
You will receive meet up location when you sign up for the Photography Trek. Please wear proper shoes and clothing for walking and weather. We go rain or shine. This Photo Trek is accessible for those less able or in wheelchairs. All participants should have a camera – DSLR, compact, or phone – and we will give photography tips to match your camera. Be prepared to get creative and have some fun as we will be taking photos of people, buildings, signs, and murals.
Squamish or Vancouver - flowers & macro photography
Squamish or Vancouver- flowers & macro photography $45/person
You will receive meet up location when you sign up for the Photography Trek. Please wear proper shoes and clothing for walking and weather. We go rain or shine and we will be doing some trail walking. All participants should have a camera – DSLR, compact, or phone – and we will give photography tips to match your camera. Be prepared to get creative and have some fun.
Squamish & Britannia Beach - light & shadows
Squamish & Britannia Beach – light & shadows $45/person
You will receive meet up location when you sign up for the Photography Trek. Price does not include possible admission fees. Please wear proper shoes and clothing for walking and weather. We go rain or shine and it can be quite cool in some of the buildings. All participants should have a camera – DSLR, compact, or phone – and we will give photography tips to match your camera. Be prepared to get creative and have some fun.
Howe Sound - morning or evening boat tour
Squamish Harbour Marine Adventures – catch morning or evening light from out in the harbour price based on number of participants once restrictions are lifted
You will receive meet up location when you sign up for the Photography Trek. We will be heading out with Squamish Harbour Marine Adventures on their 26′ rigid hull inflatable boat, driven by one of their experienced pilots. Everyone will be given a Mustang survival suite to wear and be prepared to be exposed to wind and water spray. Possibility of cancellation due to weather and water conditions. All participants should have a camera – DSLR, compact, or phone – and protection for it from the elements. We will give photography tips to match your camera. Be prepared an exhilarating ride and a different perspective of Howe Sound.
Sea to Sky Corridor - autumn colours
Sea to Sky Corridor – autumn colours $45/person
You will receive meet up location closer to the Photography Trek so that we can take you to where the best fall colours are. Please wear proper shoes and clothing for walking and weather. We go rain or shine and we will be doing some trail walking. All participants should have a camera – DSLR, compact, or phone – and we will give photography tips to match your camera. Be prepared to get creative and have some fun.