Arches & Canyonlands National Parks
Join us in Moab, Utah in the incredible landscapes of Arches and Canyonlands National Parks for 6 days of outdoor adventure and astrophotography under some of the darkest skies in the country!
Dates
April 27 - May 3, 2025
$3,450 USD
Tuition
Group Size
6 - 10
Moderate:
Some hiking, potential for inclement weather, long hours outside
Fitness Level
What's Included
What's
Included
6 days of incredible landscapes and photography
Transportation during the workshop
Lodging in Moab, Utah during the workshop
Unlimited expert instruction and guiding in the field
Image reviews, critiques, and post-processing instruction
Snacks for our days/nights in the field
What's Not Included
What's Not
Included
Transportation to/from the workshop
Meals
Trip insurance (recommended)
Personal equipment (camera/tripod, etc)
Anything else not listed as included
What People Are Saying
What People
Are Saying
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“It felt like a group of friends hanging out, not like some workshops I have been to in the past."
They are insanely talented, the cutest couple, very knowledgeable on their art, and fun to be around. Sitting on a hillside watching the sun go down and stars come out with a bunch of nature photographers is the best feeling. You will learn so much and make new friends. I am inspired by how these two have built their life around what they love and it keeps me going to keep building my dreams.
— Sydney N. -
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“I’ve done several workshops with Nate & Autumn and have loved each one of them."
I learned a ton from the two of them. They have different strengths and teach on a level that is understandable but challenges you to do better. Considering all that goes into the workshop and all that is included, it’s a bargain.”
— Amy A.
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“Nate and Autumn are both so welcoming, easy to talk to, experienced, and work great together as a team!"
Nate and Autumn’s workshop on San Juan Island was my first photography workshop. Such a fun, laid back trip with great attendees. I would recommend any trips with these two and plan on doing more with them in the future!
— Austin A.
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“The tips and instruction I got resulted in me taking MUCH higher quality photos than I would have on my own."
The trip was also very well planned and organized, and they were always attentive to each person’s needs. Seriously amazing experience and would highly recommend doing a photo workshop with them!”
— Kiri R.
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“I will remember this experience for the rest of my life."
Autumn and Nate are exceptional workshop hosts. This workshop experience fundamentally changed my ability to capture adventure and landscape shots, and also gave me the ability to take my freelance business to the next level. I highly recommend their workshops to photographers of any level.
— Frankie S.
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“I wouldn’t do this workshop with anyone else!!”
Autumn and Nate are amazing instructors, and they worked hard to get us some fabulous shots in Norway. The scenery is gorgeous and provides a great backdrop to gloomy snow clouds, blue skies, and too-wonderful-to-even-describe Northern Lights.
— Drea L.
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“Between the two of them, they have such a great breadth of knowledge to help with any questions."
We were able to photograph a nice variety of landscapes and night photography, including a few great shows from the northern lights. And they're a fun pair too so the group had a great time even during our downtime.
— Laura G.
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“They were truly there to make sure we all learned a lot while having a great time."
I’m so thankful I had the opportunity to do a workshop with Nate and Autumn at Mt. Rainier National Park last summer. The locations were all very carefully planned and their attention to all students was at 100% the entire workshop. I am excited to do future workshops with them!!
— Richard W.
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“Our editing sessions were amazing. Nate and Autumn have different styles for editing so I was able to learn tons from each of them."
I had the pleasure of attending Nate and Autumn's workshop to Mount Rainier NP a couple of years ago. They were fun to learn from, so informative, and got us to the right places at the right time. We covered landscapes, waterfalls, reflections, and astrophotography and more. If you have the opportunity to join them on a workshop, take it!
— Nadeen F. -
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“Truly the best experience you could ask for, and Nate and Autumn couldn’t make better company!"
Expert instruction and once-in-a-lifetime experiences…unless you choose to go again 😉 Spend a night photographing the night sky with them and you won’t be able to keep yourself from coming back! I know I will be!
— Ryan S.
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“Whether you're looking to broaden your photography skills or travel and learn the basics of taking pretty photos, these workshops are perfect."
I couldn't ask for better mentors/hosts than Autumn and Nate. Not only are they extremely knowledgeable in all things photography and in the places they take you, they are also so incredibly kind and overall great humans. I went to their Mt. Rainier workshop and it was one of the best things I could've done. I learned so many new skills and I've already seen such an improvement in my photography. I will 100% be joining more of their workshops (Norway here I come!).
Itinerary
Our itinerary is planned, but we’re always prepared to change things based on weather, light conditions, and the group’s preference.
DAY 1 (Half-day)
If you’re flying in, you’ll be picked up from the Canyonlands Regional Airport in Moab, Utah by the In the Wild Workshops crew and driven to your lodging to check in.
Dinner before heading out to shoot sunset in Arches National Park
DAY 2
Sunrise in Canyonlands National Park
We’ll go back to our lodging for breakfast and naps
Mid-day talk of photo compositions, editing tips, and astro camera preparations
Head to bed early to wake up very early for our first night of astro in Arches National Park
DAY 3
We’ll stay out for sunrise from shooting astro in Arches National Park
Group breakfast
Mid-day talk of photos and editing tips
Dinner before taking off into Canyonlands National Park for sunset
DAY 4
Wake up for astro in Canyonlands National Park
Sunrise at Dead Horse Point State Park
Group breakfast
Mid-day talk of photos and editing tips
Dinner before taking off into Arches National Park for sunset
DAY 5
We’ll drive back into the parks to visit sights that we haven’t seen yet, checking items off of your photographic bucket lists
Mid-day talk of photos and editing tips
Group dinner
DAY 6
We’ll drive back into the parks to visit sights that we haven’t seen yet, checking items off of your photographic bucket lists
Mid-day talk of photos and editing tips
Group dinner
Day 7 (Half-Day)
Sunrise shoot
Enjoy your breakfast and coffee as you check out
Shuttle back to the airport provided
Packing List
The camera recommendations listed below are not comprehensive or mandatory, these are just our favorites. Please use the form at the bottom of the page if you have any questions. Upon signing up, you'll receive a more thorough packing list.
Travel Items
✓ Passport (if necessary) and travel documents
✓ Mask
Clothing
✓ Baselayers:
✓ Long sleeve shirt
✓ T-shirts
✓ Wool hiking socks
✓ Weather-resistant hiking
pants or shorts
✓ Midlayers:
✓ Fleece sweater
✓ Mid-weight jacket
✓ Sun protective layer
✓ Outer layers:
✓ Puffy coat
✓ Rain jacket
✓ Hiking boots
✓ Comfortable travel shoes
Camera Gear
✓ Camera body:
✓ Wide prime lenses:
✓ Zoom lenses:
✓ Memory cards
✓ Batteries
✓ Battery charger
✓ Sturdy tripod (we use Colorado Tripod Company)
✓ Camera backpack (we use Shimoda Designs)
Accessories
✓ Headlamp and extra/rechargeable batteries
✓ Sunglasses
✓ Sunscreen
✓ Chapstick
✓ Hat
✓ Laptop for editing
✓ Memory card reader
✓ Hard drive
✓ Reusable water bottle
✓ Chargers for your electronic devices
Payment Terms
Your deposit of $1,000 USD will hold your space in this workshop. A second payment of $2,450 USD is due by March 1, 2025.
All of our standard terms and conditions apply.
Cancellation & Refund Policy
Cancellation &
Refund Policy
We understand that attending our workshops requires advance commitment, and also that things can happen in life that may require you to cancel from a workshop. Based on cancellation date, the following apply:
Greater than 120 days before the workshop start date: full refund of any payments made.
120-61 days before the start of the workshop: 50% refund of any payments made.
Within 60 days of the start of the workshop: no refund.
Refunds will be paid by the same method that the original payment was made less transaction fees.
Note that there are some non-refundable workshops for which the above terms do not apply, and for these workshops we do not offer a refund of any payments made under any circumstances. This will always be noted clearly in the workshop description as “Payments for this workshop are non-refundable under any circumstances.”
Payments made for private workshops that you arrange with us are not refundable.
Read our full terms and conditions.
Frequently Asked Questions
FAQ
You’re Sony ambassadors, Do i have to bring a Sony camera?
No! Feel free to bring whatever camera you choose. The more familiar you are with your camera, the better results you’ll get.
What skill level is required to attend?
All photography levels are welcome, whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned pro.
What fitness level is expected?
Moderate. We won’t be doing any rigorous hikes, but the hikes we have planned are between 2-3 miles. The highest point that we’ll potentially be at is around 7200 feet (2200 meters).
What is the age range of the group?
All ages are welcome! We typically have a variety of ages, but we’ve had participants ranging from their teens all the way through their 80s.
What are the accommodations like?
We’re staying in a hotel in Moab, Utah about half an hour from both Arches and Canyonlands National Parks, which is about the closest we can stay to the parks without camping. The rooms are double occupancy, but if you’d prefer single occupancy, please purchase the add-on option during checkout.
How cold will it be?
The Moab area is high desert, so temperatures can range from freezing to quite warm. Come prepared for a broad range, and check the weather as the date approaches. As the sun goes down, it will get quite chilly, so please bring layers. Also, once we get to our shooting destinations we’re going to be spending a lot of time standing outside, and that tends to make it feel significantly colder than it actually is.
Is this going to be the most fun I've ever had?
Yes. It's very likely you'll never recover, and may struggle to attain this level of happiness ever again. Life will be bleak after this workshop and you'll be craving the next opportunity to hang out with Nate and Autumn in the wild. Fret not, little one, more workshops are around the corner!
Have More Questions?
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Questions?
Get in touch using the form below and we’ll get back to you as soon as possible.