Introductory photography workshop in the habitat of the bearded vulture

• Nature and bird photography in the habitat of the bearded vulture
• Expert guidance from nature photographer Hansruedi Weyrich
• Practical tips on camera settings, composition and photographing birds in flight
• The Gemmi in winter, with spectacular views of the Alps’ 4,000-metre peaks
• Individual guidance in a small group of 4 to 10 participants
• Nikon and Sony equipment to try out (subject to availability)
• A sharing platter at the panoramic restaurant
• Workshop languages: German, French and English

• 09:45: Meet at the Gemmipass upper cable car station after travelling independently by Gemmi cable car. Welcome and introduction.
• Photography excursion in the bearded vulture’s habitat, with practical exercises on camera settings, composition and nature photography. Individual guidance throughout the day.
• Picnic together outdoors. Bring your own lunch.
• 15:30: Round off the day with a sharing platter at the panoramic restaurant.
• Approximately 16:00: Workshop ends, followed by independent travel home. Last cable car down at 17:00.

The introductory workshop welcomes beginners and more experienced photographers who want to discover or develop their nature and bird photography in the winter mountains. Bring a digital SLR or mirrorless camera; a telephoto lens of at least 400 mm is recommended.

We spend plenty of time outdoors in the winter mountain landscape. Warm clothing and footwear, as well as traction spikes or microspikes for icy ground, are important.

Small group of 4 to 10 people. Workshop languages: German, French and English.

Price:
CHF 290 per person and workshop day. Small group of 4 to 10 participants.

Included:
Professionally guided workshop with Hansruedi Weyrich, individual advice, practical tips, Nikon and Sony cameras and lenses to try out subject to availability, and a sharing platter at the panoramic restaurant.

Not included:
Personal travel and Gemmi cable car fares, picnic and snacks, drinks including those served with the platter, any equipment hire and insurance.

• Digital SLR or mirrorless camera; telephoto lens of at least 400 mm recommended
• Warm layered winter clothing, rain and wind protection
• Warm hat, warm gloves with a good grip and warm mountain boots
• Traction spikes or microspikes for potentially icy ground
• Your own picnic, drink and snacks

Heated socks and gloves can make the day more comfortable. Nikon and Sony equipment is available to try out, subject to availability.