with LeRoy
DeJolie
September 12 - 16, 2007
Cost: $1,875
 Having
grown up on the Navajo Reservation, LeRoy DeJolie has a particular
affinity for the Southwest’s wild desert lands. Sandstone
arches, whether small and delicate or large and ostentatious
are a favorite subject for him, and seeking them out is a
favorite pastime. There are few better places to find such
arches than in Canyonlands and Arches national parks. And
there is no better instructor to take you there than LeRoy,
who will inspire you with his love for the land and deep passion
for photography, as he guides you to numerous picturesque
locations.
 Our first spectacular photos will be made in Arches National
Park, which contains the largest concentration of natural
stone arches in the world. Marveling at the scenery around
us, we'll photograph North, South, Turret and Delicate arches,
with a few more locations thrown in for good measure.
In Dead Horse Point State Park we'll enjoy a dramatic overlook
on the Colorado River with views of the La Sal Mountains and
Canyonlands National Park in the distance. Then it's on to
Canyonlands itself, where we'll see Mesa Arch, the Green River
Overlook and Grand View Point Overlook in the "Islands
in the Sky" district.
 This exciting workshop should be a treat for lovers of
the arches, spires, balanced rocks and other formations that
make the Southwest unique. Erosion and weathering are two
of the dynamic forces that have sculpted these photogenic
treasures, and we intend to visit as many of them as possible
during our stay in the area. The workshop will be quite
physically demanding in terms of carrying packs up steep inclines
on what can be very slippery rocks. People should have very
good hiking boots with good soles to minimize slips and falls.
SPECIAL
CONSIDERATIONS
The area is dry with little potable water available. Be sure
to carry plenty of water and most importantly DRINK IT.
Rooms on the evening of September 11 are booked and paid for
in Grand Junction so you can fly in early. Rooms the evening
of the 16th are not reserved and are the responsibility of
the participant.
Photos by:
Mark Larson (2), Jeff Williams and Nancy Haggard
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Includes:
- RT transportation from Grand Junction, CO
- Lodging
- Photographic instruction
- Lunches and snacks
- Permits and entrance fees
 
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