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Lake Powell

with Gary Ladd, Jeff Foott, Justin Black
May 16 - 24, 2015 Expedition
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Overview

The sinuous channels, sculpted slick rock, red rock formations, abstract glowing reflections, and sublime canyon light of Lake Powell and Glen Canyon await you on this eight-day, seven-night photographic exploration with Gary Ladd, Jeff Foott, and Justin Black. A professionally crewed deluxe 75-foot houseboat will be our base camp, and three motorboats will provide access to the quiet corners of the sprawling lake, including sections of Glen Canyon that haven’t been seen since it was flooded. We’ll also have a few kayaks along for accessing slot canyons so narrow that one can touch both sides with arms outstretched.

The trip will begin at Comfort Inn and Suites in Page, Arizona, with an afternoon meeting and orientation before going out for an inaugural group dinner. The next morning, we’ll drive across Glen Canyon Dam to Wahweap Marina to board our boat and cruise out to onto the lake. From pre-dawn to post-sunset each day, we will make the most of the light, including mid-day use of bounced canyon light. Instructors Gary Ladd, Jeff Foott, and Justin Black will guide excursions by motorboat to explore and photograph while the houseboat crew cruises from one anchorage to the next. We will make short, easy hikes into side canyons and across the slickrock landscape to access mind-bending locations. Each evening, we will spend the night at anchor in a secluded cove beneath the amazing starscape of the  clear southwestern sky.

Accommodations on the houseboat include five staterooms with queen beds, plus two large pull-out beds (all suitable for single or double occupancy), as well as the option of sleeping out under the stars on the sun deck (the crew and leaders will share this space). The boat also features two full bathrooms with showers, spacious common areas, hot tub, fireplace, and more.

Hearty meals will be prepared by our friendly boat crew: captain Randy Tucker – a Coast Guard-licensed and experienced Lake Powell and Grand Canyon guide – and his wife Barbara, a certified Grand Canyon raft guide. Randy and Barb are some of the finest people we know, and we are very pleased to have them join us for this trip. We hope you will too!

 

 

 

 

 

Instructors

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    • Gary Ladd

    • Gary Ladd is a free-lance photographer specializing on the wilderness interior of Grand Canyon, the ...
    • Jeff Foott

    • Having had the good fortune to work and play in nature most of my early life, it became obvious to me I had to spend my life outside. After ...
    • Justin Black

    • JUSTIN BLACK is a photographer (www.justinblackphoto.com), writer, editor, expedition leader, photo workshops instructor, a Fellow ...

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Pricing

Single Occupancy $5,695 (Waitlist)

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Deposit $2,847.50
Full $5,695
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Double Occupancy $5,195 (Waitlist)

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Deposit $2,597.50
Full $5,195
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Highlights

  • Explore hidden canyons and channels of Lake Powell
  • Expert guiding and generous instruction by Gary, Jeff, and Justin
  • Spacious excursion houseboat with comfy beds and hot showers as our base camp
  • Three fast motor boats for quick and easy access to photo locations
  • Expert boat crew who we know and respect deeply, and who understand our photographic priorities
  • Excellent catering by our boat crew
  • A truly marvelous group bonding experience
  • Includes hotel in Page, Arizona the night before we embark

Accommodations

Package includes one-night lodging at Comfort Inn and Suites in Page, Arizona, for the night before we embark, accommodation onboard our 75-foot houseboat throughout the trip, and all meals from, dinner on May 16th to lunch on May 24th. Prorated fees are available for double occupancy or for those who prefer to sleep under the stars on deck.

 

Travel

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For those flying into the area, Page Municipal Airport (PGA) is served by flights from Denver, Phoenix, and Kingman, AZ.
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Those driving to the area from the south should be aware that HWY 89 has been detoured onto temporary HWY 89T.
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On Lake Powell, our base camp will be a 75-foot deluxe houseboat, with three motor boats for making excursions.
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Hikes into side canyons at landings along the way. These will generally be no more than a mile, mostly much less. For the most part the hiking is easy, though accessing certain spots can involve steep uphill sections, the occasional scramble, and somewhat precarious footing in places. A reasonable level of fitness and ability to hike rugged, undeveloped terrain while carrying your photo gear is required.
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Average temperatures for this time of year range from the low 50s to mid 80s F, with little chance of precipitation.

Lake Powell

with Gary Ladd, Jeff Foott, Justin Black
May 16 - 24, 2015 Expedition
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