Holiday Train Chase Day Trip - Dec 8, 2024

The one day train chase to intercept the Holiday Train is back! We'll load into the van at 8:00am to head east to intercept the train at or just after the Maple Creek show. We'll then chase and leapfrog the train back to Calgary, stopping for the fireworks show in Tilley Alberta as our main show stop. This year the Train will cross the South Saskatchewan River at Medicine hat just before sunset, so it should make a nice scene. 

We'll get you back home by 10:30pm. This day trip is $325+gst per person.

• Modern van transportation from/return to Calgary (Flames Community Arenas) 
• Tour wide exclusive train photo opportunities
• Hints, tips and techniques for the best photos along the way
• Water and light snacks throughout

Not included:

• Meals and drinks
  
• Items of a personal nature
• Gratuities
• Trip insurance if desired

Items suggested for a successful chase

• Modern DSLR or Mirrorless Camera
• Long lens, wide lens, between lens!
  
• Extra batteries and memory cards
• STURDY and easy to deploy tripod
• WARM boots, gloves and hats
• Snowpants and durable winter wear

This tour can be more rigorous than our regular trips, with the fast ins and outs from the van, tromping through deep snow and ice, and the occasional short hike needed to access locations. This tour is for any level of photographer, but it is best if you already have a good understanding of the manual operation of your camera. We will be photographing in all types of lighting and weather conditions. 

You must be 18 years or older to attend this class. By registering for this class you release Neil Zeller Photography, the location, and any other involved parties from any liability that may occur. You will be required to sign a liability release form at the start of the workshop day.