Yellowstone
January 14 – 21, 2026
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Yellowstone and Tetons
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At a Glance
Location
Wyoming, USA
Tuition
$9,495
Dates
September 29 – October 6, 2026
Fitness Level
Availability
Limited to 8 Guests
Collections
- US National Parks and Wilderness
Yellowstone and Tetons Photography Workshop
America's Iconic National Parks in Fall Color
September 29 – October 6, 2026
- Meadows glow with gold as aspens cast yellow against deep green pines
- Yellowstone—home to the largest 'obstinacy' of Bison in the world
- A fantastic journey blending wildlife and landscape photography
In Yellowstone and Grand Teton, tectonic movements and volcanic eruptions have shaped the land. Geysers and hot springs steam in the cold morning air, travertine terraces glow at first light, and broad valleys open toward the jagged skyline of the Tetons. Early fall brings color to cottonwoods and aspens, mist over the rivers, and the sound of elk bugling across open meadows. It is a season of movement and change—the perfect time for photography.
This workshop balances the geothermal drama of Yellowstone with the classic mountain vistas of the Tetons. Expect quiet dawns in the Lamar and Hayden valleys, with reflective river scenes below granite peaks, and opportunities to observe wildlife from safe and respectful distances. Bison, elk, pronghorn, moose, and fox are common, while bears and wolves are always possible.
You’ll have an immersive learning experience throughout, with targeted sessions on environmental portraits of wildlife, long-lens landscapes, capturing movement, color composition, and more. We guide you toward clearer intent and stronger execution, providing guidance on composition, camera settings, and post-processing so your photography continues to improve long after you return home.
The Yellowstone and Tetons can be bundled with our Beartooth Mountain Ranch workshop for an extended week of creativity, exploration, and camaraderie in one of nature’s most picturesque landscapes.
Our small group size means you’ll build a cohesive portfolio that includes geothermal abstracts, layered mountain scenes, and thoughtful wildlife images. Image reviews and targeted post-processing sessions help you translate field work into clean, high-impact photographs you’ll be proud to print.
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 29, 2026: Arrive in Bozeman, Welcome Dinner at Gardiner Hotel
Arrive in Bozeman, MT, anytime before 2:00 PM. We’ll pick you up at the airport and take you to the Gardiner hotel. At 5:00 PM, we’ll meet for introductions and a group dinner where we’ll get to know each other and talk about the exciting week of photography ahead.
September 30, 2026: Sunrise at Mammoth Hot Springs, Journey to Grand Teton
Sunrise at Mammoth Hot Springs. After breakfast, we will drive south through Yellowstone to Grand Teton National Park, with stops for thermal features, wildlife, and fall color. We’ll stay at the fabulous Jackson Lake Lodge for the next two nights.
October 1, 2026: Iconic Tetons Photography, Wildlife Search, Image Review
From Sunrise through sunset, we’ll photograph some of the iconic views of the Tetons and search for bison, pronghorn, bear, and moose. We will also have an image review, evaluating composition and technique, plus post-processing instruction.
October 2, 2026: Sunrise at Snake River, Wildlife Scenes, Return to Yellowstone
Following sunrise at the Oxbow on the Snake River, we’ll concentrate on photographing wildlife and then head north, back to Yellowstone National Park. We will be lodging and dining at the historic Old Faithful Inn for the next two nights.
October 3, 2026: Bison at Sunrise, Geyser Basins Exploration, Night Sky Photography
At sunrise, we’ll be in place for photographing bison along the Firehole River, then look for elk on the Madison River. After breakfast, we’ll have some downtime to catch up on post-processing and have one of our signature image review sessions. We’ll work the Upper and Middle Geyser Basins from the afternoon through sunset to capture colorful thermal pools and fountaining geysers. We will go out to shoot the stars if the night skies are clear.
October 4, 2026: Yellowstone’s Eastern Wonders, Wildlife Photography in Hayden Valley
Today we head over to the east side of Yellowstone, photographing West Thumb Geyser Basin, Yellowstone Lake, the Grand Canyon of Yellowstone, and Hayden Valley. Of course, we hope to find impressive wildlife in the landscape and have a good chance of photographing elk, bears, coyotes, and tundra swans. After a long and productive day, we’ll head back to Gardiner and our rooms at Absaroka Lodge.
October 5, 2026: Discover Lamar Valley’s Wildlife, Scenic Landscapes, Image Review
We’ll rise early to spend the day in Lamar Valley, often referred to as “America’s Serengeti,” looking for wildlife and landscapes. Lamar Valley is 40 miles of meandering rivers and amazing meadows broken by stands of pines and cottonwoods and bounded by rolling mountains. This fantastic valley and the surrounding hills are home to large herds of bison as well as grizzly and black bears, several packs of wolves, and even a moose or two. We’ll finish the day with another image review and instruction session back in Gardiner.
October 6, 2026: Final Sunrise Shoot, Departure from Mammoth Gardiner to Bozeman
On our last morning, we will photograph at sunrise in one of several locations in the Mammoth-Gardiner area. We’ll have another hearty breakfast before packing up, checking out, and driving back to Bozeman. We’ll aim to have you at the airport before noon.
Fitness
Moderate: Hikes up to two miles with some elevation gain at about 7,000 ft altitude.
Flights
Arrive Bozeman Yellowstone International Airport (BZN), Bozeman, Montana before 2:00 PM on September 29, 2026. Flights out can be made after 1:00 PM on October 6, 2026. 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
- Double occupancy lodging. Single available for $1,500 supplement.
- All meals, soft drinks, and snacks during the workshop.
- All permits and park fees.
- All transportation during the workshop.
- Multiple image reviews and post-processing sessions.
- Photographic guiding and instruction from 2 pros.
- 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 (required).
- Travel Medical and Trip Cancellation Insurance (optional, but recommended).
- Anything else specifically not listed as included.
- Single rooming available for $1,500 supplement.
Payment Terms
- Your deposit of $3,495 will hold your space in this workshop.
- Further payment of $3,000 is due by March 1, 2026.
- The balance is due not later than June 1, 2026.
- All of our standard Terms and Conditions apply.
- Need special payment arrangements? No problem, just ask us.
All participants are required by the National Park Service to sign and return this Acknowledgement of Risk. Nothing in this Acknowledgement and Assumption of Risks and Release and Indemnity Agreement shall be interpreted as the participant and parent releasing Muench Workshops from liability for injuries, damage, death, or other loss to the participant or others that may occur within the jurisdiction of the National Park Service and is caused by Muench Workshops negligence, gross negligence, recklessness, or intentional conduct, including but not limited to any negligence with respect to Muench Workshops judgments and decisions, or Muench Workshops failure to take reasonable precautions to ensure it provides defect-free equipment.
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