Milky Way Lost Lake

Milky Way over Mt Hood and Lost Lake (2021)

Tuition and Registration

Tuition for each workshop is only $225

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Tuesday, May 4, 2021 10:30p-1:30a	SOLD OUT
Thursday, May 6, 2021 10:30p-1:30a	SOLD OUT

Once your registration and payment is received, you will be sent detailed information regarding the workshop.

Included with your tuition

Personalized instruction and assistance
How to set up your camera and tripod in the challenging environment after dark
How to set aperture, shutter speed and ISO
Learn why shutter speed is limited
Learn why shutter speed is dependent on lens focal length
Guidance and instruction on composition
How to accurately set focus for tack sharp images
How to plan Milky Way shoots
How to use smart phone apps for Milky Way and other shoots
Learn how stacking can greatly reduce noise
Learn how to take images for stacking
Zoom post processing session using Lightroom and Photoshop (post workshop)

Refund policy

Cancellations must be made in writing.
Up to 5 days prior to the workshop:
Refund less a $20 cancellation fee.
Less than 5 days prior to the workshop:
Refund less a $40 cancellation fee.
If the workshop is cancelled due to weather or sky conditions, you will receive a full refund.
Once the workshop starts, refunds cannot be issued. I make every attempt to insure sky conditions are ideal for these workshops. I monitor weather forecasts from several sources, astronomical sky forecasts, live web cams, etc. Conditions can change without warning and in an instant - especially in the mountains. If conditions change once we are at the shooting venue, I offer participants credit towards future workshops.

Itinerary (subject to change)

10:30: Meet and greet (Hood River)

10:30-11:15: Travel to Lost Lake

11:15-1:30: Milky Way photography

Accommodations

If you would like to stay overnight in Hood River or Lost Lake, here are some choices.

Best Western
1108 E Marina Dr
Hood River, OR 97031
(541) 386-2200

West Cliff Lodge
4070 Westcliff Dr
Hood River, OR 97031
(541) 386-2992

Comfort Suites
2625 Cascade Ave
Hood River, OR 97031
(541) 308-1000

River View Lodge
1505 Oak St
Hood River, OR 97031
(541) 386-8719

Lone Pine Motel
2429 Cascade Ave
Hood River, OR 97031
(541) 387-8882

Oak St Motel
610 Oak St
Hood River, OR 97031
(541) 386-3845

Lost Lake (cabins and camping)

About the Workshop
The wonder and amazement of the Milky Way. Billions of stars stretching over the entire night sky. Throw in majestic Mt. Hood and Lost Lake to take your photography to the next level and amaze your friends and family. Certain equipment is required for this workshop. See "What to Bring". The dates for this workshop were specifically chosen during a time when the Milky Way will be positioned directly over Mt. Hood. This only happens during a few days each year from this location. Due to the remote nature of this workshop, participants should bring water, food and safety supplies (see 'What to Bring'). Photography instruction and assistance will be provided in the field and tailored to individual needs with an emphasis on the many challenges faced when shooting at night. This workshop requires many things to come together. Cloud free skies, enough snow melt to allow us to gain access to the lake and a forecast calling for good weather into the next day. If any of these conditions aren't met prior to the workshop date, the workshop will be cancelled and participants will receive a full refund.
COVID-19 Statement
All of my workshops are outdoors and are limited in size (depending on the location). I am fully vaccinated (including bivalent booster). Social distancing is encouraged. If you registered for a workshop and become symptomatic the week of the workshop, contact me so we can work out an alternate plan.
Why choose DTL workshops over others?
Value: Similar workshops charge up to $350. Experience: I have been leading Milky Way workshops since 2012. My refund policies that are far less restrictive than others. This workshop is limited to only 3 participants meaning you WILL receive personalized attention. I provide post workshop Zoom demonstrations on how to edit Milky Way images in Lightroom and Photoshop. See "Included with your tuition" and compare to other workshops.
Physical Requirements
Physical requirements for this workshop is rated as EASY. There is a short hike to where we'll shoot from that requires a bit of scrambling through some trees and brush.
What to Bring
Camera with good high ISO capabilities Wide angle lens with a maximum aperture of f/2.8 or faster Sturdy tripod Headlamp (preferable) or flashlight with red light option Remote shutter release (self timer will work too) Extra fully charged camera batteries Trekking poles Snacks and water Warm clothing (layers are best) Fully charged cell phone Extra flashlight/headlamp batteries Basic hiking emergency kit (just in case)
Sample Images
Click here for sample images from the area
Personalized Experience
Due to space restrictions, this workshop is limited to only 3 participants allowing more than enough room for everyone.
About Lost Lake
Lost Lake sits at the base of Mt Hood. Mt Hood is considered one of the jewels of Oregon. Mt. Hood is Oregon's tallest mountain standing 11,235' above sea level. It is the second most climbed mountain in the world behind Mt. Rainier.
About Me
I am a passionate photographer with a focus on landscape and astro photography. I have been leading Milky Way workshops since 2012 and landscape workshops since 2007. I have lived in the Northwest my entire life. My passion for photography goes back to the early 1980's. I am the Coordinator for the Portland/Vancouver Photography Meetup Group and have been teaching Photoshop and Lightroom since 2007.
Photographing the Milky Way
I recently published my book (Photographing the Milky Way). It is available on Amazon in paperback and Kindle format. Click here for more information.