Independence Pass Astrophotography Workshop - August 14th, 2026

$250.00

Join us for an exciting overnight workshop at the Independence Pass - a coveted astrophotography location that has views that are out of this world! We will meet at the Twin Lakes Visitor Center. Please make sure to bring water, snacks, warm comfortable clothing and a headlamp as this is an overnight workshop and Colorado is very chilly at night even in the summer!

Agenda

We will meet at the Twin Lakes Visitor Center at 7pm. We will begin by shooting sunset and blue hour as we wait for the galactic core to rise after dark. From there we will begin taking milky way photos. After this we will begin shooting the milky way core via various methods including the use of star trackers. We will conclude our workshop after we gather our milky way photos.

Gear Needed

DSRL or mirrorless camera capable of a minimum 3200 ISO

Fast, wide-angle lens (preferably 2.8 or faster and 24mm or wider)

SD Cards

Tripod

Extra camera batteries

Headlamp

Warm clothing, outwear and gloves

Comfortable athletic or hiking shoes

Water

Snacks

Endurance Level

Independence Pass requires a novice fitness level with minimal walking distances; however, altitude is over 12k ft. and we will still be walking a bit so comfortable shoes are a must. The are uneven surfaces so make sure your headlamp batteries are charged!

The Fine Print

Due to high demand, all cancelled workshops are subject to a 10% cancellation fee. In the event that weather conditions become inclimate or severe, the workshop will be cancelled, and full refunds will be issued. Cancellations less than 48 hours prior to the event are nonrefundable.

Additional Information

Please sign and return our workshop waiver to us no later than 48 hours prior to the start of the workshop.