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Autumn Photography at Volo Bog

Explore the enchanting beauty of Volo Bog and capture stunning images of nature's vibrant palette in this immersive photography course. Immerse yourself in the breathtaking landscapes of the 47-acre floating mat of sphagnum moss, cattails, and sedges, and unveil the hidden gems of the season. Join us and unleash your creativity amidst the splendor of autumn.

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  • 28478 Brandenburg Rd, Illinois City, IL
  • 6 hours

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Thu. Nov 5, 2026, 9am CT


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Volo Bog is a 47-acre floating mat of sphagnum moss, cattails, and sedges surrounding an open pool of water. November is a perfect time to explore the area and capture images of the tamaracks in full color.

Class begins in the Volo Bog Visitor Center and proceeds with a photography session during a guided tour of the bog. Time after lunch is spent reviewing student photos from the morning.

Please Note:

  • Students must be able to walk at least one mile.
  • Class is limited to DSLR or mirrorless cameras.
  • No phone cameras, please.
  • Please bring a sack lunch.
  • Rain or shine.
  • A map will be sent.

Refund Policy

Refund requests must be submitted to [email protected] 2 business days prior to the program’s start date and time. The registration fee will be refunded less a 15% processing charge. A refund is issued in the form of a credit on file (to be used for future programs).

Refund requests submitted less than 48 hours prior to a program start date are non-transferable and are not eligible for a refund.

Fees are nonrefundable and nontransferable on and after the program’s start date. We cannot refund fees requested on or after the start date of a program or for sessions missed due to student illness or other personal situations.

Registration fees for courses grouped and priced as a series will be considered one program and subject to all of the above guidelines. A refund request must be received prior to the start date of the series' first class session and will subsequently cancel your registration in every session of the series.

In any event where a customer wants to cancel their enrollment and is eligible for a full refund, a 5% processing fee will be deducted from the refund amount.

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