Top Alaska Classes & Workshops

The Focus on Haines Private Tour is tailored to my guests' interests and will offer you the opportunity to see the best Alaska has to offer.away from the ships & shops. Whether you are a photographer or just want to get out into the quiet corners of America’s last frontier, you will find Haines to be the Alaska you came to experience. At each stop I share the stories of cultural and natural history that makes each location special. If your interest is photography, I strive to cover the basics of your camera's technical functions. I offer instruction how and when to use the camera's various modes to optimize the photograph you would like to save as a real keeper. Additionally, I offer tips to optimize your opportunities for successful wildlife photography. I can discuss the best composition considerations when framing your shots so you come home with an award-winning photograph. For people who want an extended tour, additional time can be provided for at the time of the tour.

Alaska’s landscapes are ones to be remembered and this photography tour helps you capture its beauty. Meet up with your guide, who is a professional photographer, and learn how to capture panoramic views, reflective ponds, and local wildlife at top locations. No matter what type of camera gear you have—even camera phones are welcome—your guide provides one-on-one attention to help you capture the best photos.

Seek out the colorful northern lights on a private tour near Fairbanks, Alaska. Set out with your private guide to an off-grid location—with little to no light pollution—or choose to chase the lights by van. Once you’ve locked eyes on the natural phenomenon, get your photography gear out to capture what you’re seeing with tips from your guide.

Discover the beauty of the Northern Lights in Alaska with this photography-focused small-group tour. Depart from Anchorage and set out to find Aurora Borealis, or the Northern Lights, with a professional photographer as your guide. Learn new photography skills during the tour and admire views of one of nature’s most dramatic displays. Round-trip transportation is included.

One of the only places in the US to experience the midnight sun is Alaska and this small-group photography tour helps you capture prolonged sunset. Join your professional photographer and venture out to locations that accentuate the dramatic colors of the sky. Get a masterclass in sunset photography without worrying about the sun disappearing, and perhaps even capture local wildlife in the process.

Skip the hassle of driving and take the most scenic and relaxing route to Denali National Park by traveling aboard Alaska Railroad's flagship train, the Denali Star. Soak up the views and learn all about the landscape from your guide.

Arrange for a stress-free ride to the Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport with this private transfer service. Meet your driver at your hotel in Anchorage or Girdwood and relax on the journey to the airport in a sedan, SUV, or limousine (depending on the size of your group).

Discover the picturesque scenery of Alaska aboard the Coastal Classic Train from Anchorage to Seward. Travel along the rugged coastline of the Turnagain Arm and then through Alaskan backcountry wilderness and watch for views of glaciers, steep river canyons, and waterfalls during the journey. The train arrives in Seward early in the day, leaving plenty of time to explore on your own or book other excursions.

Arrange for a stress-free ride from the Port of Seward to the Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport with this private transfer service. Meet your driver at your cruise ship terminal, and relax on the journey to the airport. These private vehicles can accommodate up to four passengers. Travel the distance from Seward to Anchorage airport in comfort and style — in a sedan, SUV or a stretch limo.

Explore the sights of Ketchikan aboard a San Francisco–style cable car. Traveling on this open-air vehicle, you'll see attractions such as the fish ladder and the Native American totem poles of Saxman Native Village, plus look for wildlife such as bears, seals, salmon, and bald eagles at the Herring Cove viewing area. Tour is fully narrated.

Ride an electric bike to the end of Ketchikan's 'road to nowhere' and then hike thorough a wildlife-rich rain forest on this combo eco-tour. Pedal from the marina to the end of the island's paved road system on a battery-powered bike, and then dismount to trek through the wilderness of the Tongass National Forest, following a trail that passes an active salmon-spawning stream, a waterfall, beach views, and dense foliage that's home to an array of native Alaskan wildlife.

Enjoy a hassle-free arrival in Anchorage with this private transfer service from the airport to the Port of Seward. Meet your driver at Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport, and relax on the journey to your cruise ship. Travel the distance from Anchorage to Seward in style — in a sedan, SUV, van or a stretch limo.

Experience the breathtaking landscape of the Turnagain Arm on a half-day tour with an informative guide. Ride along the scenic Seward Parkway to the Anchorage Coastal Wildlife Refuge and Beluga Point, stopping for photo ops and wildlife observation. Visit the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center, a large nature preserve where injured animals are rehabilitated. Continue to the town of Girdwood, then travel up into the Chugach Mountains for another great vantage point on the Turnagain Arm. Includes round-trip transportation from Anchorage.

Travel along the Turnagain Arm on a round-trip journey from Anchorage to Seward aboard the Coastal Classic Train. You'll have the chance to admire the rugged coastline, Chugach Mountains, river canyons, glaciers, waterfalls, and backcountry wilderness on one of the Alaska Railroad's most scenic sections. Enjoy free time in Seward before the return ride in the evening.

While in port in Ketchikan, take to the skies over stunning Misty Fjords National Monument on this 1-hour flighted tour. Board a floatplane and fly over the lakes, sheer cliffs and waterfalls of Misty Fjords, a part of Tongass National Forest covering more than 2 million acres (900,000 hectares) of alpine wilderness. Keep an eye out for any wildlife including bears, eagles and other marine life. Tour duration includes a 1-hour flight, safety orientation, loading and unloading time and gift shop time.

Enjoy a hassle-free arrival in Anchorage with this private transfer service. Meet your driver at Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport, and relax on the journey to your hotel in Anchorage or Girdwood. Depending on the size of your group (up to eight), choose a sedan, SUV or limousine for your private transport vehicle.

Tin-type photography also know as wet-plate Collodion is a vanishing art. After this experience you will understand the process of authentic Tin-type photography and walk out same day with a photo of you or your group.

Go from relaxing in the hotsprings to experiencing the Northern Lights! This is a magical way to experience Alaska!

Learn lasting techniques that you can take anywhere! We’re bringing the greatest strengths of our tours direct to your computer screen in the format of a live, one-on-one class via video chat. Our guides excel at teaching, no matter what level of experience or skill you have or what type of equipment you use. Guides will walk you through different scenarios that you enjoy shooting and will prepare you with techniques to get the most out of your camera and equipment. We understand that there are already many excellent resources online to advance your photography skills. We also understand that it can be difficult to find exactly what you need from a pre-made, cookie-cutter course. We are not your typical photo tour and we certainly won’t be your typical online photo course. We are going to bring our unique strengths and expertise to you. This virtual experience is designed to benefit all skill levels with any type of camera or gear (smart-phones welcome).

Fun, adrenaline and fitness, all in perfectly balanced day. The unique location is a must for this activity.