Wild Spring

hosted at Skyline Guest Ranch

June 8th-13th, 2026

Venture into Yellowstone as spring breathes new life into the park after the long winter. Hosted at Skyline Guest Ranch, just outside Yellowstone’s Northeast Entrance, we will spend our time exploring Yellowstone searching for wildlife, newborns, and the lush landscapes that define the season. All levels of photographers are welcome, and there is a maximum of five photographers to allow for an intimate experience in the field; the focus will be on positioning ourselves in the best locations to optimize photographic opportunity while remaining ethical at all times. For more information including a detailed itinerary, lodging accommodations, and booking details, visit Skyline Guest Ranch via the link below. Feel free to reach out to Julia with any questions you may have.

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A family of four brown bears walking in a forested area on a dirt path, with trees and fallen branches surrounding them.
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A bison calf standing next to an adult bison near a small river, with both their reflections visible in the water.
A bear standing on its hind legs in a grassy area with rocks and blurred greenery in the background.
Two young foxes sitting on grass and dirt in a natural setting.
A young mountain goat with a fluffy white coat standing on rocky terrain near a mountain, with blurred greenery in the foreground.
A young brown calf walking across a grassy field.
Two black bears walking through tall green grass in a forested area.
A large adult bear with snow on its back interacts with three smaller bear cubs on a fallen log in a snow-covered forest area.
A pronghorn antelope standing in a grassy field
A black bear walking through snow during a snowfall in a forested area.
A bear cub standing on a log surrounded by lush green leaves.
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Wildlife Activity

Spring in Yellowstone is a great time to see a variety of wildlife and usually presents the best opportunity to see grizzly bears as they have recently emerged from hibernation. The most commonly seen species in the spring are bison, pronghorn, grizzly bears, black bears, moose, coyote, red fox, and occasionally grey wolves. While wildlife is unpredictable and we cannot promise any encounters, we will do everything we can to maximize our chances of success over the course of the safari.

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Skyline Guest Ranch

Nestled in the rugged Beartooth Mountains three miles outside Cooke City, Skyline Guest Ranch offers a secluded base for our workshop with easy access to both Yellowstone and the Beartooths. After long days in the field, the ranch will be a relaxing place to unwind and enjoy the peaceful seclusion that comes with time spent in the mountains.

A black silhouette of a logo with two cow and horse figures, with text that reads 'Cooke City, MT, McKinnon.'

How to Book

Through my partnership with Skyline, all booking can be made through their site via the links above. Feel free to reach out to me directly with any specific questions regarding any aspect of the photography workshop. Sharing Yellowstone and its wildlife with others is my passion so I am incredibly excited about this experience and hope to see you in Yellowstone!

-Julia