Fall 2024 - South Texas Birds & Wildlife Photo Workshops
at the Santa Clara Ranch

Session 1 - November 18-22, 2024  - SOLD OUT

 

The Rio Grande Valley is becoming one of the premier hotspots for nature photographers in the country. It has been a world class destination for birders and bird photographers (with over 500 bird species documented in the area) for many years. The "Valley", as we locals call it, is also known for its variety in reptiles (over 150 species documented) and mammals (150+ species live here).

Join Hector D. Astorga for 3 full days of photography and instruction. Hector, who is also the ranch manager, has been photographing and guiding for photographers at the Santa Clara for over 11 years. During the workshop we will target all the South Texas resident birds and raptors. Green Jays, Golden-fronted Woodpeckers, Thrashers, Quail, Audubon Orioles, and many others will be our targets. We will also target raptors at the ranch's two raptor blinds. Crested Caracara, Harris Hawk, and Turkey and Black Vultures frequent the raptor blinds at the ranch.

Lodging will be at the Santa Clara guesthouse and guest bungalows. The house is a modern fully equipped home that can accommodate up to 8 people comfortably. If you prefer a single accommodation with a private bath we can also accommodate you in the private bungalow wing of the guesthouse (single supplement applies).

Cost of Photo Tour - $3200.00 per photographer (double occupancy)*
Single Supplement - $450.00 per photographer

Includes:
- Lodging at the Santa Clara Guesthouse for 3 days and 3 nights.
- All meals (catered) and non-alcoholic beverages during your stay.
   (except lunch during the deer photoshoot).
- Photographic Instruction to help you maximize your stay and improve your photographic knowledge.
- All applicable taxes.

Does not include:
- Transportation to and from the ranch. 
- Alcoholic Beverages
- Gratuities

We are limiting the number of photographers to 5 so you can get our full attention and have unlimited exclusive access to the blinds during your stay.

November 18-22, 2024 - Session 1 - SOLD OUT
 

Deposit can be paid via PAYPAL (plus 3% fees) by clicking here:

SESSION 1 - FOR PAYPAL DEPOSIT PAYMENT CLICK HERE

or by mailing a U.S. Check or Money Order Payable to:
      
Hector D. Astorga
PO Box 74
Delmita, TX 78536   

Deposits & Cancellation Policy:

  • A $1000 deposit is required at the time of enrollment with full payment due by September 1, 2024.

  • Deposit and tuition fees are non-refundable.

  • If the photo workshop is full and someone from the waiting list can take your spot, your tuition is fully refundable minus a 15% cancellation fee.

  • We are not responsible for cancellations due to medical or other reasons.

  • Should cancellation be required due to severe weather, an alternate date will be scheduled at no additional charges.

  • No fees will be refunded if you withdraw after the photo workshop begins.

  • We are not responsible for any fees associated with non-refundable air travel, we highly recommend the purchase of travel insurance. For insurance we recommend www.insuremytrip.com.