Florida Birding and Wildlife Photography at Merritt Island and Orlando Wetlands

General Overview

February 2-5, 2026 and March 23-26

To keep our group small and to be able to give attention when needed, this workshop is limited to 8 participants. $795 per person

Orlando International Airport is approximately an hour from Merritt Island.

Join me for a photographic adventure in enchanted locations to see birds and other wildlife in a wild and natural habitat. To date, 359 bird species have been identified at the Merritt Island Refuge.

The Orlando Wetlands is home to alligators and a wonderful variety of birds, including easily seen raptors. Both locations are easy walking, especially Merritt Island as we’ll be driving the loops/roads and can park when something of interest presents itself. Orlando wetlands has a boardwalk through part of the park and is easy trail walking. Natural trails may be a bit uneven at times.

This event is suitable to photographers of all levels looking to learn new skills, improve on existing skills, review post processing techniques and have location assistance and guidance. Fun and enjoyment is the name of the game for my workshops! Expect to laugh, learn and make new friends. The workshop will begin at 3pm on Monday and end on Thursday at 11am. A post processing/review session will be held during the workshop so if you would like to participate please bring your laptop/tablet. Scheduling of location visits and workshops is fluid based on weather or other unforeseen park schedule changes.

A more detailed syllabus will be emailed to participants after sign-up is completed.

Included in Fee: Photo Walks, Location and species knowledge, nature photography best practices, composition, post processing review, particularly creative and artistic instruction using Lightroom Classic and in camera technique.

Not Included in Workshop Fee: Airline ticket, airport transportation, meals, snacks, beverages , gratuities

Suggested Equipment: ~Any DSLR or mirrorless camera may be used ~Any lens, for nature/wildlife photography – a zoom lens akin to 100-400mm is best ~Any tripod or monopod ~Ground pod for low level shooting ~A laptop computer with post processing software ~Comfortable shoes for walking on gravel, sand, natural terrain ~Attire for warm days, cool mornings/evenings