August 24-26, 2012
Check out the John Fielder Photo Gallery.
Trip Highlights
- GROUP SIZE: Limited to 13 participants.
- CLASS II- III easy whitewater, world-class scenery.
- COST: $ 1395 per person includes a pre-trip slide show and dinner on August 23, 2012.
- CHECK-IN TIME: 6 pm in Chama, NM on August 23. Location to be determined.
Join acclaimed photographer John Fielder for a floating Photography Workshop in the spectacular Rio Chama canyon. The Rio Chama flows through 35 miles of remote river wilderness below El Vado reservoir near Chama, New Mexico. The Chama has been protected as a Wild and Scenic River since 1988. The moderate Class II-III whitewater flows through an exquisite and pristine river environment distinguished by sage-covered hillsides, heavily-forested canyons and red sandstone cliffs. This three day trip provides the leisurely pace to soak in the sun and solitude, explore side canyons and learn nature photography. Special recreational water releases also make boating possible on weekends through August. Choose this southwestern jewel for an amazing workshop in the canyons made famous by Georgia O’Keefe. This is perhaps the finest river canyon for easy access to an extraordinary scenic outdoor classroom for nature photography.
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Visit these links for Denver Post stories from the May 2008 trip.
Take your best shot by Kyle Wagner
A pro’s tips on making photos click by Kyle Wagner
ABOUT JOHN FIELDER
John Fielder is a nationally renowned nature photographer, publisher, teacher and preservationist. In 1981, he founded Westcliffe Publishers, one of the nation’s largest publishers of nature books and calendars. A former department store executive who turned an avocation into a career, he is the photographer of more than 30 exhibit format and guide books, most about his home state of Colorado.
Fielder has worked tirelessly to promote the protection of Colorado’s open space and wild lands. His photography has influenced people and legislation earning him awards from most major conservation groups, including the Sierra Club’s Ansel Adams Award. He is an original governor-appointed member of the lottery-related Board of Great Outdoors Colorado, and speaks to thousands of people each year to rally support for timely land-use and environmental issues. Most recently he led the 2000 citizens’ initiative to manage growth in Colorado. John often talks about the politics of the environment in his workshops. If you think you might be offended by his views, you might want to consider a workshop taught by a less committed photographer.
GETTING TO THE RIO CHAMA PUT-IN AT EL VADO RANCH
The closest major airport is in Albuquerque, New Mexico. The airport is about 3 .5 hours and 166 to El Vado Ranch, 2.5 hours from the take-out. Coming from Chama, take Hwy 84 south out of town for 12 miles to Hwy 112. Turn right on 112 and drive 15 miles to El Vado Ranch.
