Outback Birds Photography Workshop with Shelley Pearson - Wooleen Station, WA

Trip Type
Photography & Landscapes, Bird Watching, Nature & Wildlife, Conservation & Citizen Science
Twin Share
Maximum of two adults
$ 4690
Single
$ 5690

Shelley Pearson

Shelley is an award-winning professional bird and wildlife photographer with over 15 years of experience. She enjoys assisting others in their quest to learn more about birds, wildlife, photography and conservation. Speaking engagements, workshops, trips and various other opportunities are just a few ways she expresses her passion for birds and other wildlife.

Duration

8 Days

Group Size

8 Peoples

Activity Level

Easy to Moderate

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About This Tour

Embark on an unforgettable journey into the heart of Western Australia’s outback, where spectacular birdlife photography meets the spirit of conservation & eco-tourism. Nestled in the stunning Murchison region, Wooleen Station offers a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for bird photographers to capture the vast diversity of birdlife in an iconic outback setting.

Wooleen Station is renowned for its rich birdlife, making it a must-see destination for avid photographers. Over 200 bird species have been recorded here, from the striking Major Mitchell’s Cockatoo to the elusive Australian Bustard.

Enjoy birding photography with the expert guidance of award-winning bird and wildlife photographer Shelley Pearson. Tick another unique bird off your bucket list while honing your skills and tweaking your professionalism. The workshop is capped at 8 participants to ensure a personalised, tailored experience.

Covering over a quarter of a million acres of breathtaking outback landscapes, Wooleen Station is a popular destination for the adventurous in spirit and young at heart. The station’s rugged beauty combined with its impressive big skies offers photographers ideal conditions for capturing birds and their habitats in the most natural light.

***Please note that the order of places to be visited in the itinerary is flexible and might change according to weather conditions.***

This tour can be combined with our "Wildflowers & Natural Wonders" Tour, departing from Geraldton after this tour. Please ask us for more details.

Conservation at Wooleen Station

Rehabilitation of the Outback & Sustainable Land Regeneration

Wooleen Station's tourism enterprise aims to cultivate a deeper understanding of their environment and connection to country. Wooleen Station is dedicated to the rehabilitation of the outback and sustainable land regeneration. It is their goal to return their pastoral lease back to a flourishing, diverse, ecologically stable and productive landscape. Their owners, David & Frances Pollock, firmly believe that tourism should help nurture conservation and rehabilitation of our natural and cultural heritage. It is their and our goal that you leave connected to country, aware of your surroundings and aware of the choices you are making in life. Your stay at Wooleen Station will contribute to their efforts of ongoing Sustainable Land Regeneration.

Read AGT's Conservation and Sustainability Policy

Highlights

Daily Wildlife & Birding Photography sessions with award-winning photographer Shelley Pearson
Stay at Wooleen Station and explore the best outback photography locations eg. Wooleen Lake (typically dry), Yewlands Pool, Murchison River and more
Guided Sunset Tour with Wooleen Station's owner David Pollock
Exciting Dingo Encounter; learn about those amazing animals
Learn about conservation activities at the station

Included/Excluded

Included
Excluded

First and last night at The Gerald Apartment Hotel, Geraldton
Private small group Transfer in comfortable & airconditioned Minibus from Geraldton to Wooleen Station and back
Daily Photography Tuitions on Bird & Nature Photography by Shelley Pearson
5x nights accommodation at the Homestead at Wooleen Station in Queen Rooms
7x Breakfast, 5x Lunch, 5x Dinner
All transfers from the Homestead to the unique photography locations at Wooleen Station provided (rivers, outback, lakes etc.)

Flights and Airport Transfers
Insurance
All meals other than stated on itinerary
Tipps and Gratuities
Camera Equipment

Itinerary

Make your own way to the Gerald Apartment Hotel. Check in is available from 2pm. Explore the town of Geraldton at your own leisure. Meals today are not included. Accommodation: The Gerald Apartment Hotel

We will pick you up at around 9.00 am from the Gerald Apartment Hotel and start our private Transfer to the iconic Wooleen Station. We will stop in Mullewa for a picnic lunch and an optional gallery viewing. We arrive at Wooleen Station at ca. 2pm. Unpack and settle yourself into your room. Enjoy a cup of tea, coffee or other refreshments and take some time to familiarise yourself with your itinerary. Today is just about acquainting yourself with Wooleen and having a meander, exploring a walking trail, and stretch your legs. Freshen up and enjoy pre-dinner nibbles or a game of billiards with the other guests. Join hosts Frances and David Pollock and workshop photographer Shelley Pearson for dinner. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner. Accommodation: Queen Room at Wooleen Station, Homestead.

Enjoy an early start with a light breakfast before a morning of birding in the field with Shelley Pearson. Meet in the kitchen to enjoy a buffet lunch with your other fellow guests at 12.30 pm. Shelley will be available for any questions, help with camera issues in the field, and help improve shooting for the next session. Join David Pollock on the guided sunset tour departing between 3.30-4pm (check the departure time as they vary through the season) where you’ll learn about Wooleen Station's conservation and rehabilitation efforts. At the end, enjoy a beverage whilst admiring the sunset from Budara Rocks. Return to the homestead with enough time to freshen up and join hosts Frances and David Pollock and workshop photographer Shelley Pearson for dinner. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner. Accommodation: Queen Room at Wooleen Station, Homestead.

Enjoy an early start with a light breakfast before a morning of birding in the field with Shelley Pearson. Meet in the kitchen to enjoy a buffet lunch with your other fellow guests at 12.30pm. Spent the afternoon at Yewlands Pool. Yewlands Pool, encircled by stately eucalyptus trees, is a haven for birdlife, drawing incredible diversity from its varied surroundings. Nestled 10 km south of the homestead, it lies at the crossroads of mulga shrublands, winding river channels, and fringing lake wetlands. Here, vibrant parrots, elusive waterbirds, and raptors gather alongside woodland species, creating a symphony of calls and movement. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner. Accommodation: Queen Room at Wooleen Station, Homestead.

Another early start with a light breakfast before a morning of birding and photography in the field with Shelley Pearson, visiting Wooleen Lake (typically dry). At first light, the Wooleen Lake's samphire flats transform into a serene canvas of soft hues. As the sun rises, its golden glow bathes the landscape, highlighting the vivid orange of chats flitting gracefully among the shrubs. Brown songlarks add their melodic calls to the tranquil stillness, their feathers blending harmoniously with the earthy tones of the terrain. After return to the station, join us for a full dingo experience at 2pm. A presentation all about this iconic predator, followed by an encounter with their two resident dingoes. Freshen up and enjoy pre-dinner nibbles or a game of billiards with the other guests. Join hosts Frances and David Pollock and workshop photographer Shelley Pearson for dinner. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner. Accommodation: Queen Room at Wooleen Station, Homestead.

After breakfast, we had to the Murchison River. Birdwatching along the Murchison River, 12 km north of the homestead, is a lively spectacle. Budgerigars flit in and out of tree hollows, joined by playful cockatiels and vibrant galahs. On rare, magical occasions, a Pink Cockatoo or the regal Black-breasted Buzzard graces the scene. Along the river cliffs, fairy martins busily craft intricate mud nests, their delicate movements a testament to nature's artistry. The river's serene beauty is alive with the vibrant energy of birdlife. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner. Accommodation: Queen Room at Wooleen Station, Homestead.

A continental breakfast is available from the island bench between 7.30am and 9am. Otherwise place your order for some fresh Wooleen eggs and bacon. Sadly it's time to head home. Grab any last-minute gifts or keepsakes. Check out is at 10am. A private transfer is provided to take you back to Geraldton. We have booked a last night for you in Geraldton so there is no reason to rush back. Enjoy a dinner at own expense in Geraldton or catch up for a drink with your newly made photography friends. Meals: Breakfast. Accommodation: The Gerald Apartment Hotel.