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Destinations, dates, and clear next steps — open any journey for the full story.
How Todd works
A calm field day — brief orientation, coached reps in real conditions, then feedback while the light is still fresh. What to Expect →
The trip can end at the airport — or the creative conversation can keep going. See mentorship →
Katmai + Lake Clark — private aircraft + boat mobility from a remote lodge basecamp.
Katmai, Alaska (Lake Iliamna base; Katmai + Lake Clark access) · October 1, 2026 – October 8, 2026 · 8 days
$9,880 · Deposit $1,200
Handcrafted Alaska photo safari built for maximum wildlife time and maximum flexibility.
April 14–18, 2027 · Four immersive days photographing shorebirds, waders, and nesting-season behavior along intercoastal and Gulf-edge habitats—premium small-group coaching with Todd Nettelhorst.
Fort Myers area · Southwest Florida Gulf Coast · April 14–18, 2027 · 4 days
$2,950 · Deposit $1,500
Morning and late-afternoon field sessions timed for tide, light, and rookery activity
April 28–May 2, 2027 · Four days on one of Florida’s premier coastal birding coastlines—field craft, exposure in bright salt air, and portfolio-minded sequencing with Todd Nettelhorst.
Fort De Soto area · Tampa Bay Gulf Coast · April 28, 2027 – May 2, 2027 · 4 days
$2,950 · Deposit $1,500
Classic Gulf Coast bird photography—beach, tidal flat, and inlet access timed with light
Immerse yourself in the enchanting landscapes of the Olympic Peninsula. Explore ancient forests, rugged coastlines, and rainforests while capturing the moody Pacific light. This exclusive 6-day workshop offers high-touch coaching and personalized feedback, all within a small group of just 5 photographers.
Forks & Port Angeles, Washington · May 12–18, 2027 · 6 days
$3,150 · Deposit $1,200
Premium, high-touch instruction with an intentionally tiny group (5 max).
Discover the vibrant wildlife of the Rio Grande Valley with exclusive access to private ranch blinds and key local hotspots. Photograph songbirds, raptors, and South Texas specialties in an intimate small group setting, ensuring personalized coaching and maximum access.
Rio Grande City, Texas · June 1, 2027 – June 6, 2027 · 5
$3,950 · Deposit $1,650
Exclusive private ranch blind access (no waiting, no sharing)
October 2027 · Twelve days photographing neotropical birds from lowland rainforest and canal country to hummingbird-loaded cloud forests—premium small-group coaching with Todd Nettelhorst.
Panama City · Gamboa · western highlands (Chiriquí/Volcán/Cerro Punta) · October 12, 2027 – October 23, 2027 · 12 days
$7,690 · Deposit $2,200
Pipeline Road & Soberanía lowland rainforest—manakins, trogons, antbirds, raptors
October 2027 · Six days based at Tranquilo Bay—boat-based birding, mangrove photography, poison-dart frog color morphs, and optional snorkeling in calm Caribbean waters.
Panama City · Bocas del Toro Archipelago · Isla Bastimentos · October 23, 2027 – October 28, 2027 · 6 days
$4,550 · Deposit $1,800
Tranquilo Bay Eco Lodge—private reserve, observation tower, mangrove & reef access