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She Shoots–Beartooth Mountain Ranch
At a Glance
Location
Wyoming
Tuition
$6,995
Dates
September 24 – 30, 2027
Fitness Level
Availability
Limited to 8 Guests
Collections
- She Shoots
- Signature Collection
- US National Parks and Wilderness
She Shoots–Beartooth Mountain Ranch Photography Workshop
Landscapes and Wildlife in the fall season of Wyoming
September 24 – 30, 2027
- Remote landscape fall photography in the Beartooth Mountains
- Wildlife photography in Yellowstone National Park
- Hands-on instruction from two female Pros
Join us for an all-women’s week-long photography workshop nestled in the stunning Beartooth Mountains of Wyoming. Surrounded by breathtaking wilderness, majestic peaks, and vibrant aspens, you’ll immerse yourself in the beauty of the fall season as the leaves transform into brilliant yellows and oranges.
This workshop was intentionally selected as part of our She Shoots portfolio because the opportunity to build a breadth of skills and community in the beautiful scenery of Beartooth. Kathy, one of our Pros, has led women-only workshops in this area before and knows the area better than anyone. Our lodge is conveniently located just a short drive from the renowned Beartooth Highway, celebrated as one of North America’s most scenic drives. You’ll also have easy access to Lamar Valley in Yellowstone National Park, famous for its incredible wildlife.
Throughout the workshop, you’ll delve into both landscape and wildlife photography, honing your skills in a serene, remote setting far from the crowds. With crisp autumn air and exceptional home-cooked meals at our private ranch, you’ll be inspired and well-fed as you capture the natural beauty around you.
This workshop will leave you with not only stunning photographs but also a deeper understanding of your photographic vision. Come join us for a week of creativity, exploration, and camaraderie in one of nature’s most picturesque landscapes!
Muench Workshops is an Authorized Permittee of the National Park Service.
Your Pros
Itinerary
About the wildlife: This workshop offers significant opportunities for photographing wildlife, and while we do our best to maximize our wildlife encounters—based on past experiences, local knowledge, and the current conditions—we need to impress upon you that the wildlife really is wild and that we don’t control it.
This itinerary is subject to change due to weather, local conditions, and other factors.
September 24, 2027: Arrival at Bozeman
Arrive at Bozeman Airport by 1:00 PM. You will be driven to our ranch in the mountains. Everyone will check in and get settled for the week in their suites. We’ll have our first home-cooked meal and discuss the coming week’s photography plans.
September 25, 2027: Sunrise to evening shooting
Everyone will meet early and leave for our first sunrise at a lake only a short drive away. We’ll return for breakfast and make sack lunches for our day out in the mountains. We’ll visit Sunlight Basin up in the Absarloka Mountains and stay out until the afternoon. After dinner, we’ll head out for sunset and stars at Swamp Lake.
September 26, 2027: Wildlife in Lamar Valley
We’ll leave early to drive into Lamar Valley in Yellowstone National Park. We’ll look for moose, elk, coyotes, and landscapes such as Tower Falls and Slough Creek. After a great day in the field, we’ll return for another home-cooked meal. After (yummy) pie, we’ll conduct one of our signature image reviews, checking on progress in the images from the trip so far.
September 27, 2027: Lamar Valley
We’ll leave early again to spend the day in Lamar Valley and visit a few other locations we did not get to the previous day. This day depends on the weather, as we can always switch it to the following day. Again, we’ll be back for another home-cooked meal and image review.
September 28, 2027: Sunrise Creeks, Wildlife, and Star Shoots
This morning, we plan to visit a beautiful location along a creek for sunrise. We’ll be back at the ranch for a hot breakfast. After a quick break, we’ll pack up for the day and head to the Beartooth Plateau to photograph wildlife and landscapes. This is where we can find the incredible little pikas preparing their homes in the ground for the long winter ahead. We also plan to hike to one of two lakes in the beautiful alpine country, where the lichen and moss cover the granite boulders in neon green.
We’ll return for a hot dinner and possible star shoot following.
September 29, 2027: Beartooth Plateau
We’ll enjoy a hot breakfast before returning to the Beartooth Plateau to photograph mountain goats and more pika. After our cards are full, we’ll head back for our final home-cooked meal and, depending on the conditions, a possible star shoot or image review.
September 30, 2027: Departure
Following a great breakfast, you’ll be driven back to Bozeman for flights home.
Why Women Only Workshops
These women-only workshops are designed to empower, inspire, and build female community. While our co-ed workshops are always welcoming, we've heard from female guests that a women-only setting offers something different: a chance to feel more at ease in the field, to ask questions freely, and to build lasting connections with other women who share the same passion for photography and travel.
Led by some of the most talented female photographers in the field, expect thoughtful teaching, a supportive environment, and experiences that grow confidence both behind the camera and in the field.
Fitness
Moderate: Hiking up to 3 miles on trails and uneven ground
Flights
Arrive at Bozeman Yellowstone International Airport (BZN), Bozeman, Montana before 12:00 PM on September 24, 2027. Flights out can be made after 4:00 PM on September 30, 2027. Air travel delays are common. Please arrive early, possibly even the day prior, so you don’t miss any of the workshop.
What to Bring
Please see our page How To Prepare For Your Workshop. We will send you a detailed information document 90 days before your workshop. This document will include specifics of where and when to meet, gear and clothing recommendations, and more.
What’s Included
- Single occupancy lodging. Singles and doubles are both available.
- All meals, soft drinks, and snacks during the workshop.
- All permits and park fees.
- All transportation during the workshop.
- Tips for crew, drivers, and local guides.
- Photographic guiding and instruction from 2 pros.
- Image reviews and post-processing instruction.
- Adventure, fun, inspiration, and a great time!
Not Included
- Travel to and from Bozeman, Montana.
- Unscheduled airport transfers.
- Passport and visa fees (if applicable).
- Any meals or accommodations before or after the workshop dates.
- Items of a personal nature.
- Alcoholic Beverages.
- Medical Evacuation Insurance (required).
- Travel Medical and Trip Cancellation Insurance (optional, but recommended).
- Anything else specifically not listed as included.
Payment Terms
- Your deposit of $2,995 will hold your space in this workshop.
- The balance is due not later than May 1, 2027.
- All of our standard Terms and Conditions apply.
- Need special payment arrangements? No problem, just ask us.
Frequently Asked Questions
This workshop is a great one to enhance your skills in both landscape and wildlife photography, focusing on capturing the vibrant fall colors and diverse wildlife. You'll practice working in varied lighting conditions, composing dynamic shots, and mastering post-processing techniques during image reviews.
Yes, this workshop is refundable. If you cancel more than 150 days before the start date, you receive a full refund. Cancellations between 150–91 days receive a refund of payments exceeding 50% of tuition, and those between 90–61 days receive a refund of payments exceeding 75% of tuition. No refunds are available within 60 days unless we fill your space, in which case you receive a 100% refund. All refunds are issued by the same payment method and are subject to a 5% administrative processing fee.
In a women's-only workshop, we aim to create community and empower female photographers. The location of this workshop (a beautiful lodge run by a woman) is the perfect place to feel at home with this group of like-minded female photographers. Plus, this workshop has all the great features of a typical Muench Wokshops experience - very low ratio of student to instructor, hands-on instruction, and thoughtful itinerary design.
In the Lamar Valley and surrounding areas, you'll have opportunities to photograph moose, elk, coyotes, and possibly mountain goats and pikas on the Beartooth Plateau.
Yes, all meals, soft drinks, and snacks are included during the workshop. You'll enjoy delicious home-cooked meals at the family ranch, providing both nourishment and a chance to relax and socialize.
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