Magical Mexico with Denver Botanic Gardens – Mexico City, Valle de Bravo & Monarch Butterflies
Immerse yourself in the vibrant soul of Mexico on a journey where history, artistry, gastronomy, and nature intertwine in unforgettable ways. From the grand scale of the Zócalo and Chapultepec Castle to the colorful canals of Xochimilco, Mexico City reveals itself as a living tapestry of ancient civilizations, colonial splendor, and bold contemporary creativity. Wander […]
Magical Mexico Puebla with Denver Botanic Gardens
Immerse yourself in the rich history, vibrant traditions, and breathtaking landscapes of central Mexico. From the bustling streets and grand plazas of Mexico City to the charming towns and artisan villages of Puebla, this journey invites you to experience the culture, art, and culinary delights of the region in a deeply personal and immersive way. […]
Wildlife Wonders of Yellowstone National Park
October is an excellent time to visit Yellowstone National Park. Summer crowds are almost entirely gone so it’s much easier to find solitude in America’s first national park. As fall progresses, bison and elk herds gather in the lowlands to build fat reserves for the coming winter. Grizzly and black bears are still active, with […]
Spring Safari on the Southeastern Colorado Prairie
Experience the vibrant spring life of Colorado’s shortgrass prairie up close. Winter has passed, and the southeastern Colorado plains are alive with movement. Grasslands wave under endless skies as raptors wheel overhead and songbirds stake out their summer territories. Prairie dogs stand sentry at their towns, offering chances to spot burrowing owls and attracting predators […]
Ecuador: Birds, Landscapes and Culture
Stretching from the misty highlands to the equatorial lowlands, Ecuador is a compact yet astonishingly diverse birding paradise, where cloud forests, rushing Andean rivers, and lush reserves teem with life. Hummingbirds zip through flower-laden canopies, tanagers flash brilliant colors among the trees, and the iconic Andean cock-of-the-rock performs its spectacular courtship display amid the clouds. […]
Photo Expedition to New Mexico: Cranes and Geese of Bosque del Apache
This Reefs to Rockies photo expedition is more than a trip. It is a fully immersive nature photography workshop designed to help you return with compelling images and the skills to recreate them. Led by award-winning photographer guide Cheryl Opperman, this small-group journey offers hands-on instruction, personalized feedback, and extended time with one of North […]
New Mexico Birding Hotspots
An American Serengeti Safari New Mexico is home to one of North America’s true can’t-miss birding hotspots. Bosque del Apache National Wildlife Refuge located near Socorro, New Mexico hosts one of the continent’s most spectacular wildlife spectacles in fall and early winter. In October, Sandhill Cranes start arriving. The cranes are followed by an array […]
Photo Expedition to Mexico: Monarch Butterflies Through the Lens
This Reefs to Rockies photo expedition is more than a trip. It is a fully immersive nature photography workshop designed to help you return with compelling images and the skills to recreate them. Led by award-winning photographer guide Cheryl Opperman with expert local support, this small-group journey offers hands-on instruction, personalized feedback, and extended time […]
Photo Expedition to Tanzania, Africa
This is not your standard photo expedition to Tanzania. It is a fully immersive wildlife photography workshop designed to help you come home with gallery-worthy images and the skills to create them again and again. Led by award-winning photographer Cheryl Opperman alongside expert local guides, this small-group expedition offers hands-on instruction in the field, personalized […]
Birding the Rio Grande Valley of Texas
For birders, few places in North America offer the vibrant diversity found in the Lower Rio Grande Valley of South Texas. This uniquely rich region hosts an extraordinary array of bird species, many of which are found nowhere else in the United States. From vibrant green jays to talkative great kiskadees to skulking clay-colored thrushes, […]