Leelanau Peninsula
Picturesque...quaint...historic...scenic
Call 517.230.1655 or register online!
The Leelanau Peninsula remains home to inspiring natural scenery, sandy-bottom inland lakes, quaint villages, and historic farms. As the nation’s largest cherry producer as well as a premier vineyard and winemaking region, this pastoral peninsula offers picturesque landscapes of rolling cherry orchards and hilltop vineyards…a photographers delight.
The peninsula, surrounded by the deep blue waters of Lake Michigan, is the home of Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore, ABC Good Morning America’s Most Beautiful Place in America. Expansive vistas of water, sand dunes and clear blue sky offer perfect landscape photographic opportunities. The sunsets are nothing less that spectacular…and different every evening. “Leelanau”, the Ojibwa Indian word for “Land of Delight.” Delight yourself in Leelanau’s abundance of natural beauty and small-town charm.
All Leelanau Peninsula eco-photo tours and excursions are hosted by The Homestead in Glen Arbor. For lodging, contact The Homestead directly (231.334.5000).
2014 Eco-Photo Weekends & Excursions
DATE
EVENT
LOCATION
October 10 & 11, 2014
Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore & Leelanau Peninsula, Glen Arbor, MI
October 10, 2014
Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore, Glen Arbor, MI
October 11, 2014
Leelanau Peninsula, Glen Arbor, MI
Upcoming 2015 Eco-Photo Events
Specific dates to be announced
DATE
EVENT
LOCATION
February 2015
Leelanau White Eco-Photo Weekend
Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore & Leelanau Peninsula, Glen Arbor, MI
February 2015
Winter Dunes Eco-Photo Excursion
Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore, Glen Arbor, MI
February 2015
Winter Pastoral Peninsula Eco-Photo Weekend
Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore & Leelanau Peninsula, Glen Arbor, MI
May 2015
Leelanau Blooms Eco-Photo Weekend
Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore & Leelanau Peninsula, Glen Arbor, MI
May 2015
Ephemeral Spring Eco-Photo Excursion
Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore, Glen Arbor, MI
May 2015
Spring Pastoral Peninsula Eco-Photo Excursion
Leelanau Peninsula, Glen Arbor, MI
June 2015
Dunes-N-Bloom Eco-Photo Excursion
Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore, Glen Arbor, MI
July 2015
Summer Dunes Eco-Photo Excursion
Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore, Glen Arbor, MI
October 2015
Leelanau Gold Eco-Photo Weekend
Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore & Leelanau Peninsula, Glen Arbor, MI
October 2015
Autumn Dunes Eco-Photo Excursion
Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore, Glen Arbor, MI
October 2015
Autumn Pastoral Peninsula Eco-Photo Excursion
Leelanau Peninsula, Glen Arbor, MI
What You Need To Know
Itinerary
- 8:45am: Check in at The Homestead Reception Center
- 9:00 am: Group instruction
- 10:00am – 4pm: In-the-field group instruction
The Homestead
What to Bring
- Camera (digital or film)
- Black umbrella or diffuser for shading subjects and for rain protection
- Tripod (optional)
- Notepad and pen/pencil for field notes (optional)
- Sack lunch and beverages
- Clothing and footwear appropriate for any type of weather and terrain
- Sunscreen, hat and mosquito repellent (optional)
- Your own vehicle (carpooling encouraged)
- Computer for image critique (optional)
- Nation park pass, one per vehicle
Overnight Accommodations
- Participants are responsible for lodging
- Great Lakes Photo Tours provides list of lodging facilities for each event
- Lodging available at our host location, The Homestead, Glen Arbor
- Make your reservations early; rooms often sell out in peak season
Registration Fees
- Registration fees are per person, per event
- Non-refundable deposit included in registration
- Take advantage of Early Bird registration discounts by registering at least 14 days in advances
- Meals are not included
- Tuition reduced by 20% for non-photographer spouses or partners accompanying participating photographers
- Registration closes when event registration maximum is reached or when deadline has passed
- Complete details provided after registration
- Register early to guarantee your spot and to take advantage of Early Bird discounts!
Group Size
- Six-person minimum per tour or excursion
- 20 person maximum per eco-photo excursion
Restrictions
- Minimum age requirement: 12 years
- Participants must be physically able to walk or hike during the event
- Non-photographing spouses/partners welcome at reduced rates
“The Dunes were breathtaking and the hands-on class was the best I have ever been to. Thank you for this exciting opportunity and your patience and enthusiasm. Both of you made learning a fun adventure, I never felt intimidated to ask a question. It was well worth the airfare from PA, my photos are beautiful. Plus, now that I’m back home, our foliage has not yet peaked, so I continue to shoot with the basic knowledge you provided us,
with very little adjustment.”
~ Patrice Zinck