Wildlife Photography Workshop – Nature Through The Lens

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Discover the joy of wildlife photography in this three-hour Beginner Photography Workshop at our wildlife sanctuary.

When: November 8th, 2026

Time: 3:30pm – 6:30pm

Cost: $250

Start with a brief introduction to your camera and basic techniques, then spend much of the workshop capturing images of mountain lions, wolves, deer, foxes, coyotes, bobcats, and more. With hands-on guidance from a professional photographer, you’ll build confidence, sharpen your skills, and leave with memorable photos and a deeper connection to wildlife. 

Anna Dufek has been taking pictures since she was eight years old and has been doing wildlife photography for over fifteen years. She specializes in photography at zoos, botanical gardens and wildlife sanctuaries, so she understands the unique challenges of shooting in these environments. 

Anna works at Foto Forum and is familiar with Canon, Nikon and Sony; she currently shoots with a Sony A7IV. Her favorite animals to photograph are wild cats of any variety! 

Photos by Anna Dufek

  • Mountain lion lying down in a shaded area.
  • Gray wolf resting on the ground in a natural enclosure.
  • Kit fox standing alert near a wooden structure.
  • Coati sniffing the ground in a sandy enclosure.
  • Bobcat lounging on the ground.
  • Collared peccary standing on dirt.

ANIMALS YOU MAY SEE ON THE TOUR ROUTE:

  • Black Bears
  • Beaver
  • Bobcats
  • Coatimundi
  • Coyotes
  • Coues Deer
  • Desert Tortoise
  • Grey Fox
  • Javelina
  • Kit Fox
  • Mexican Gray Wolves
  • Mountain Lions
  • Mule Deer
  • Red Fox
  • Ringtail

Important Visitor Information

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Reservations Required

Southwest Wildlife Conservation Center is not open to the public without an appointment or an event reservation. All tours, visits, and donation drop-offs must be scheduled in advance.

Rideshare Not Available

Please do not rely on ride-share services for transportation to our events and tours. Uber, Lyft, and taxi services do not guarantee drop-off or pick-up at our location.

If you are in need of a ride, you may schedule a ride from First Class Transportation (FCT), in advance. Please contact FCT at: (888) 733-9933 or visit fcttransportation.com.

Private Tours

For groups of 10 or more, a private tour is required. This is a great option for large groups or those who prefer a more personal experience.

Call the education department at (480) 471-3621 or email at [email protected] to inquire about booking a private tour of the sanctuary.

Cancellation Policy

Guests may receive a full refund if they cancel at least 24 hours before their scheduled tour date and time. Weather related cancellations will be at SWCC’s descretion.

Cancellations made less than 24 hours in advance will be considered a donation to support our mission.

Tour or Event Sold Out? You can join the waitlist if a tour time is fully booked or can’t accommodate your group size. If spots become available, you’ll be notified by email. Waitlist requests are filled on a first-come, first-served basis.

Sanctuary Address: 27026 N 156th St, Scottsdale, AZ 85262

Note: Drive on 156th Street (dirt road) for approximately 1 mile. Then, turn into the driveway immediately before Redbird. Look for the SWCC signs along the way!