We’re excited to announce a wildlife photography workshop in Orr, Minnesota, May 21–27, 2026.
For six unforgettable days, you’ll photograph:
🌊 Vermilion River Falls — landscapes & waterfalls
🦢 Clementson Wayside Park — pelicans fishing in the rapids
🐻 Vince Shute Wildlife Sanctuary — 3 days of incredible black bear encounters
Along the way, we’ll share hands-on instruction in the field, daily critiques, and professional guidance to take your photography to the next level.
The trip is from May 21- 26 of 2026 and we are limiting the trip to 10 guests. That means you have 5 guests to an instructor. The cost is $5850 per person and includes hotels and all meals. All you have to do is get yourself to Orr, MN.
First-Ever Wildlife Workshop Co-Hosted by Jeff Cable & Bob Davis
We are thrilled to announce our first-ever wildlife photography workshop collaboration, bringing together two seasoned photographers and educators: Jeff Cable, Olympic Team Photographer, and Bob Davis, Canon Explorer of Light. Both Jeff and Bob will be leading a group of just 10 guests to photograph endless bears, waterfalls and majestic landscapes in the Northern woods of Minnesota. In this photo tour, the guests will not only be able to capture Pelicans and waterfalls, they will have 3 full days to photograph black bears in a unique environment. See adult bears and their cubs up-close and in many different settings.
This one-of-a-kind workshop will blend Jeff’s 20+ years of global sports and travel photography experience with Bob’s 20+ years of photojournalism and storytelling expertise, creating an unforgettable opportunity for photographers to learn, grow, and capture extraordinary images in the wild. This small group will have a lot of time with each of the instructors, learning photo techniques, how to cull efficiently, and top-notch retouching instruction.
About Jeff Cable
Jeff Cable began his photography career in 2004 shooting events in the San Francisco Bay Area. Since then, he has gone on to cover the last 8 Olympic Games for Team USA, capturing historic moments from Beijing to Paris. In 2025, Jeff earned a World Sports Photography Award for one of the best images of the year.
Before stepping full-time into photography in 2016, Jeff spent more than 25 years as a marketing executive at Symantec, Magellan, and Micron. But his love of photography quickly outpaced the corporate world. Today, he is recognized worldwide for his creative images, his engaging teaching style, and his generosity in sharing knowledge. Jeff has led photo tours across Africa, Australia, Asia, Europe, Central and South America, India, Cuba, and throughout the U.S. His online classes have millions of views, making him one of the most respected instructors in the field.
About Bob Davis
For more than 20 years, Bob Davis worked as a photojournalist, telling stories through his lens at the Chicago Sun-Times. His career has taken him from the sidelines of Michael Jordan’s entire career with the Chicago Bulls, to covering presidential elections, to documenting faiths, traditions, and human interest stories around the world in places like El Salvador, Kenya, South Africa, Botswana, Uganda, Japan, Taiwan, Romania, Italy, Spain, England, and Eastern Europe.
After moving on from newspapers, Bob built a career photographing milestone celebrations, including the weddings of Eva Longoria & Tony Parker, Salma Hayek & François-Henri Pinault, Tracey Edmonds & Eddie Murphy, La La Vazquez & Carmelo Anthony, The Bachelorette’s Ashley Herbert & J.P. Rosenbaum, and many events for Oprah Winfrey.
As a Canon Explorer of Light, Westcott Top Pro, SanDisk Extreme Team and ProMedia Gear Ambassador, Bob has become known for his passion for teaching, sharing lighting techniques, and helping photographers elevate their craft. He is the author of Lights, Camera, Capture: Creative Lighting Techniques for Digital Photographers and a sought-after speaker worldwide.
BLACK BEARS, AMERICAN WHITE PELICANS, WATERFALLS, + LANDSCAPES WORKSHOP WITH BOB DAVIS & JEFF CABLE
DATE: May 21st - 26th, 2026
LOCATION: Minnesota Northwoods region.
CONTACT: Bob Davis bob@bobanddawndavis.com 312-719-3577, Jeff Cable jcable@jeffcable.com 408-821-5333
Arrive Thursday, May 21st, 2026. Friday, May 22nd, visit to Vermilion River Falls for Landscape and Waterfalls, located in Crane Lake, featuring scenic landscapes and a rushing water fall gorge. Saturday, May 23rd, highlights North American White Pelicans fishing in the rapids at Clementson along the boundary waters of Canada. Sunday, May 24th, Monday, May 25th, and Tuesday, May 26th, three full days with Black Bears.
The workshop will conclude with dinner on Tuesday, May 26th.
Workshop location and itinerary will be provided once your seat has been secured with your 1st payment.
Workshop limited to a maximum of 10 guests, includes 3 days exploring black bears, with one day with American white pelicans, and one exploring Vermillion Falls and the surrounding landscapes.
Bears, bears, and more bears... they come together in The Magic Circle. There will be bears in different color phases, black, brown, cinnamon, blonde, blue-gray and if we are lucky white. We will see plenty of interaction, mother bears with spring cubs and yearlings of all sizes. Knowing their behavior translates into better imagery.
Get ready for an extraordinary adventure! This workshop offers an incredible opportunity for a thrilling in-field photographic experience that you won't want to miss. In May, we'll be focusing on capturing the antics of some of the most adorable creatures on the planet... the spring cubs referred to as COY, cubs of the year. These little fur balls are brimming with energy, curiosity, and playfulness, making them a delight to photograph for amateur photographers as well as the most accomplished wildlife photographers. With so many bears present, this is the perfect time to capture all kinds of captivating interactions and portraits, including cubs and bears of of all sizes. It's an experience that's sure to fill you with wonder and excitement!
The sanctuary we will be photographing at is a diverse habitat for a range of flora and fauna, with black bears being the primary focus. Other animals, such as pine martins, woodchucks, chipmunks, and red squirrels, also call the sanctuary home. In May, the area is particularly abundant with songbirds. Visitors can now exclusively experience and photograph the behavior and secretive life of the normally reclusive black bear through our photographic workshop. Gain valuable insight about bear biology, ecology, and habitat firsthand at this unique sanctuary.
BLACK BEARS, AMERICAN WHITE PELICANS, WATERFALLS, + LANDSCAPES WORKSHOP WITH CANON EXPLORER OF LIGHT BOB DAVIS & OLYMPIC TEAM PHOTOGRAPHER JEFF CABLE
WHY THIS WORKSHOP IS DIFFERENT:
This collaboration brings together two very different but complementary perspectives: Jeff’s fast-action Olympic precision and travel photography expertise. Bob’s award-winning photojournalism background and mastery of lighting and storytelling.
Together, Jeff and Bob will guide a small group of photographers through immersive field sessions, critiques, and personal mentorship in a setting rich with wildlife and natural beauty.
They have worked with the local hotels and restaurants to make sure that everything is covered. All you have to do is get yourself to the location in Minnesota and Jeff and Bob will include the hotels and all meals.
FEE: $5850.00 per person, includes hotels and all meals, sanctuary fees, photographic instruction, 3 - days exploring black bears, 1 - day of American White Pelicans, AND 1 - day at the white water of the Vermillion River dumping into the gorge, and the various landscapes. All you have to do is get yourself to Orr, Minnesota.
NOT INCLUDED:Transportation to and from Orr, MN, and between workshop locations is not included. Please email bob@bobanddawndavis.com or Jeff Cable jcable@jeffcable.com for more information.
TERMS: $2,925.00 per attendee. A 50% non-refundable retainer is required to secure your spot at the workshop. The remaining balance of $2,925.00 is due 30 days before the date of the workshop and is non-refundable. If we do not receive your payment for the balance on or before the due date, your seat will become available to someone else, and you will lose your 50% retainer.
PAYMENT: Acceptable payments are cash, check, money order, cashier's check, or Zelle registered to dawn@bobanddawndavis.com.
If you choose to send a payment via a mail carrier, please email bob@bobanddawndavis.com or jcable@jeffcable.com for an address.
QUESTIONS: Please contact Bob at 312-719-3577 email bob@bobanddawndavis.com or Jeff Cable at 408-821-5333, email jcable@jeffcable.com
GALLERY OF BLACK BEARS, AMERICAN WHITE PELICANS, WATERFALLS, + LANDSCAPES
BOOKING + REFUNDS
QUESTIONS: If you have any questions regarding this workshop or any other upcoming workshops, don't hesitate to contact us. We would be more than happy to connect with you and provide recommendations for the best workshops that cater to your equipment, physical condition, and area of interest. You can send an email to bob@bobanddawndavis.com or give us a call at 312-719-3577. We will get back to you within 24-48 hours. We very much look forward to answering any questions you may have.
LOGISTICS: We want to let you know that some of our workshops might involve hiking, boat landings, and other similar activities. We always do our best to make sure everyone is comfortable and to minimize any physical strain, but we understand that it may still be a bit challenging for some. If you have any concerns about this, please don't hesitate to talk to us about it. You're not obligated to participate in all of the activities, and we'll do everything we can to make sure your needs are taken care of. So, let us know what you need and we'll work with you to make it happen.
PAYMENT: To secure your spot for our workshop, we require an initial non-refundable and non-transferrable fee. The remaining balance is due in full 30 days prior to the workshop date, unless otherwise stated. If we don't receive the balance on or before the due date, we'll attempt to fill your spot from our waiting list, and unfortunately, your initial retainer (which is non-refundable) will be forfeited.
PAYMENT OPTIONS: You can pay for our workshop via Zelle, we are registered with email dawn@bobanddawndavis.com. You can also pay via personal check, cashier's check, or money order, made payable in U.S. funds to Davis Designs Ent. Inc. Please get in touch with us to get the address where you can mail your payment.
TRIP INSURANCE: Bob & Dawn Davis of Davis Designs Ent. Inc. will not be responsible for any loss, damage or injury suffered aboard an airplane, boat, a charter plane, or any part during our workshops. This is why we highly recommend trip insurance. Before you’re even able to finish packing, an unforeseen circumstance could force a cancellation of your trip. For instance, you become ill or have a death in the family, which delays or prevents you from reaching your destination. Furthermore, if you, a family member or a travel companion becomes sick or is injured while traveling, the policy’s trip cancellation feature typically would reimburse you for the unused part of the trip. Travel insurance that includes trip cancellation coverage will reimburse the pre-paid, non-refundable costs of your trip in these kinds of situations. Note: You can make a claim using trip cancellation coverage only if your reason for canceling is listed in the policy you purchase as an acceptable reason. If you need recommendations for trip and travel insurance you can visit InsureMyTrip.com. They have over 20 years of experience connecting travelers with the best policy for your trip. Multiple insurance quotes will be provided for your trip value and you will be able to view them side by side so that you may compare the features of each. The contract or ticket issued by them will constitute the sole contract between the airline or charter company with the passenger.
CANCELLATIONS, DELAYS & REFUNDS: We highly recommend that you get Trip or Travel Insurance to protect yourself in case of any travel difficulties or losses that may arise beyond our control as listed above in the Trip Insurance paragraph. Please note that Bob & Dawn Davis of Davis Designs Ent. Inc. cannot be held responsible for such situations. We want to emphasize the importance of having insurance and strongly encourage all our participants to obtain Trip or Travel Insurance to cover any unforeseen circumstances that may occur before or during the trip.
CANCELLATION: Please keep in mind that we do NOT offer refunds for cancellations made within 120 days of a workshop, even if the cancellation is due to unforeseen circumstances. To ensure you're covered in case anything unexpected comes up, we highly recommend obtaining Trip/Travel Insurance. This will provide you with protection for things like physical events such as weather disruptions, acts of God, others like government actions or terror threats, epidemics or pandemics, and/or any other cause that's out of our control. We want you to feel confident and secure during your travels, so please don't hesitate to reach out to us with any questions or concerns.
CHANGES IN ITINERARY: We want you to know that we're committed to providing you with the best possible experience on our trips. However, we do reserve the right to make changes to the itinerary if circumstances beyond our control, or natural forces require it. Unfortunately, in these cases, we won't be able to offer refunds. We understand that this may be disappointing, but we're always willing to work with you to find a solution that works for everyone. Depending on the situation, we'll do our best to apply 100% of your deposit toward a future trip. Our goal is to make sure you have a wonderful time, so please don't hesitate to reach out to us with any questions or concerns!
ADMIN FEE: We're always happy to work with you to make sure you get the most out of your experience at one of our workshops. If you need to switch to a different workshop, let us know in writing and within the specified time period in the payment terms, and we'll do our best to accommodate you. Please note that a $250 fee will apply for any workshop date changes. We want to make sure we have everything in order and that we're able to provide you with the best possible experience. If you have any questions or concerns, please don't hesitate to reach out to us.
WEATHER DELAYS: We want to make sure you're aware that we can't offer refunds for any weather-related delays or cancellations before or during the workshop. We understand that this can be frustrating, but unfortunately, it's beyond our control. Please note that Bob & Dawn Davis of Davis Designs Ent. Inc. can't be held responsible for any extra costs you may incur due to weather delays, flight delays, or any other unexpected circumstances. That's why we can't stress enough how important it is to have trip insurance in place. With trip insurance, you'll have peace of mind knowing that you're covered in case anything goes wrong. If you have any questions or concerns, please don't hesitate to reach out to us!
CONFIRMATION: We will confirm receipt of your payment by email and/or telephone, so you can be sure everything is in order. If we don't receive payment within 10 days of the booking date, we'll give you a courtesy call (provided you've given us your correct phone number) to make sure everything is okay. If we determine that payment was lost or delayed in the mail, we will work with you to find a solution that works, such as paying via or Zelle, Overnight Express Mail, or wire transfer. We want to make sure you're able to maintain your reservations and have a fantastic time. However, if we're unable to reach you by the phone number provided, we'll have to release your spot in the workshop. So please make sure to provide us with the best way to reach you. If you have any questions about our policies or anything else, please don't hesitate to ask. We're here to help and make sure you have an amazing experience.
SIMPLE TERMS: We want to make sure our payment and booking policy is clear and easy to understand. If there's anything you're not sure about, please don't hesitate to ask us for more information. We're more than happy to explain anything that may not be clear, so you can feel confident and comfortable with our policy. If we don't hear from you, we'll assume that you understand our policy as it's written. We want you to have the best possible experience, so please don't be afraid to ask any questions you may have.
INDEMNIFICATION: Bob & Dawn Davis of Davis Designs Ent. Inc and all associated agents, representatives, employees, guides, joint ventures, partners, service providers, or providers of accommodations (hereafter referred to as the "Provider Group") maintain the right to decline the acceptance or retention of any participant, attendee, or other individual in a workshop. This applies regardless of whether a retainer has been accepted or if the workshop has already commenced and full payment has been made. The sole and absolute discretion of any member of the Provider Group determines whether such participant, attendee, or other individual has impeded the operation of the trip or has caused a disruption to the rights, safety, welfare, or enjoyment of other members of the trip. Refunds for any amounts paid to the Provider Group are subject to the following conditions: (i) refunds prior to departure for the workshop shall be made in accordance with the published policies of the Provider Group and (ii) refunds after the departure for the workshop, IF ANY, shall be at the sole and absolute discretion of the Provider Group. Please note that removal from a workshop in progress may result in the complete forfeiture of any amounts previously paid. Agreement to these terms and conditions is a condition precedent to enrollment in any workshop.
CONTACT INFO: Bob Davis | 312-719-3577 | bob@bobanddawndavis.com