Songbirds of Pelee with Christopher Dodds
2025
May 7 to 11, 2025: SOLD OUT!
2026
May 7 to 11, 2026: BOOK EARLY!
Experience Peak Spring Migration at Point Pelee with Christopher Dodds
Join a fully licensed, exclusive commercial photo tour in Point Pelee National Park, led by renowned photographer Christopher Dodds. Capture the magic of spring migration during its statistically prime time, May 7-11, when vibrant warblers descend in spectacular "fallouts."
Why This Tour?
Optimal Timing: Witness the legendary warbler migration at its absolute peak.
Expert Guidance: Benefit from 5 days of intensive, in-the-field instruction from Christopher Dodds, boasting 40+ years of experience (8 years as a Sony ambassador, 16 years using Canon as a Canon Northern Explorer of Light and 16 years using Nikon) as a highly respected photographer, photo tour leader, educator and public speaker.
Small Group, Big Impact: Limited to just seven photographers, ensuring personalized attention and tailored coaching.
Flexible Gear: You can achieve stunning results with lenses from 400mm; super-telephoto lenses are not mandatory.
All Skill Levels Welcome: Learn and grow at your own pace, with a supportive and inclusive atmosphere.
Brand Agnostic Expertise: Christopher Dodds' extensive experience with Sony, Canon, and Nikon guarantees expert advice, regardless of your camera system.
Point Pelee Mastery: Benefit from Christopher's profound knowledge of Point Pelee National Park, honed over decades of capturing its natural beauty.
Cape May Warbler
Cerulean Warbler
Chestnut-Sided Warbler
Red-headed Woodpecker
Blackburnian Warbler
Black & White Warbler
Blackburnian Warbler
Northern Parula
Yellow-throated Vireo
Bay-breasted Warbler
Blue-headed Vireo
Black-throated Green Warbler
Golden-winged Warbler
Kentucky Warbler
Magnolia Warbler
Summer Tanager
Tennessee warbler
House Wren
Great Horned Owlets
Prothonotary Warbler
Capture Spring Migration's Majesty with Christopher Dodds at Point Pelee
Join renowned Canadian nature photographer, Christopher Dodds, a Sony Ambassador and X-rite Master Coloratti, for an exclusive 5-day photography workshop at Point Pelee National Park, Ontario (May 7-11). This is North America's premier inland location for witnessing the spectacular spring migration of songbirds.
Point Pelee, a peninsula jutting into Lake Erie, acts as a crucial landfall for birds crossing the Great Lakes. Birders can expect to encounter over 100 species daily, including an astounding 25 warbler varieties! Experience the legendary "wave day" phenomenon – when weather conditions force massive songbird landings, creating unparalleled photographic opportunities.
Why Choose This Workshop?
Expert Guidance: Benefit from Christopher Dodds' extensive knowledge of Point Pelee, unlocking access to elusive species and prime photographic locations.
Hands-on Learning: Receive personalized instruction, from fundamental techniques to advanced professional tips, tailored to all skill levels.
Optimal Timing: The workshop dates are strategically chosen for the highest probability of witnessing peak migration and "wave days."
Diverse Subjects: Capture vibrant warblers, tanagers, orioles, and potentially rare species.
Logistics & Support: Enjoy seamless logistics and expert guidance throughout the workshop.
Workshop Highlights:
5 days of expert instruction and guided photography sessions with Christopher Dodds.
Opportunities to photograph numerous warbler species, vireos, scarlet tanagers, and more.
Potential for "wave day" experiences, offering exceptional photographic moments.
Suitable for all skill levels, from beginners to professionals.
Please Note:
The workshop fee includes instruction and logistics management.
Participants are responsible for transportation, accommodation (discounted rooms available), meals, park fees, and personal expenses.
Minimal physical fitness is required: you must be able to stand and wander with camera equipment for up to 3-5km per day.
Don't miss this extraordinary chance to capture the magic of spring migration with a world-class photographer!
Getting there: Point Pelee National Park of Canada is located near Leamington, Ontario, Canada. The nearest train and bus stations are Windsor and Chatham stations. The nearest airports are Windsor International Airport (YQG), Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW), and Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ). Point Pelee is 65 km from Windsor, 180 km from London and 355 km from Toronto.
Details: After registration is complete, you will receive a detailed email with the precise itinerary, hotel recommendations, camera gear suggestions, and tested clothing checklist.
Questions: Feel free to email me at chris@chrisdoddsphoto.com or call me at +1 (514) 945-6195
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Photograph spring migration at its finest! Join Christopher Dodds at Point Pelee National Park for a 5-day workshop. Capture warblers, tanagers, and orioles at North America's premier birding spot. Learn from a top nature photographer and experience the thrill of seeing spring migration at one of the top birding locations in the world.
“My Niece and I went to Point Pelee with Chris Dodds Photo and it was a terrific experience. He is very knowledgeable with birds, their species, their calls and is quite witty. If you listen when he tells you to bring certain things on your trip and when he talks about camera usage etc you will gain so much from your time with him! He knows his clientele very well and try’s to cater to them. He has a good analogy on some things and makes you focus on the details. It was an enjoyable week!”
— Karen Galati Toronto, Canada
“I would encourage you to consider one of Chris’s workshops because they are fun and in such diverse locations. I have never failed to come home with better images than I had imagined prior to the experience. I have found the other participants to be interesting and nice people, and because the workshops are so excellent, there are a lot of repeat customers who have been in previous workshops. Each workshop is a highlight of my year.
Chris is a positive person who makes the experience as enjoyable as possible even with early morning and late afternoon hours to take advantage of the best light of the day. Thanks, Chris for helping me become a better photographer.”
— Dennis Stone Columbus, IN