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Spots Still Available for Big Bend Ranch Camping, Photo Tour
Big Bend Ranch State Park will host the first in a series of photography tours Feb. 24-26 that involves participants camping out with camera in tow in some of the sprawling West Texas park’s most rugged, remote and scenic locations. Park volunteer Gary Nored, a former teacher and accomplished photographer, will lead the tour. On Saturday, Feb. 25, Nored will lead an intimate group to Guale Mesa, accessible only by four-wheel drive, high-clearance vehicles, where participants will set up camp on a high bluff overlooking Rancherias Canyon and two mountain ranges. There are no classroom activities, but Nored will share his professional advice during two days of uninterrupted photography. The tour price is $350, which includes one night’s lodging at the park’s Bunkhouse, one night of camping, all meals and transportation. Call (432) 358-4444 make a reservation. To learn more about the tour host and see examples of Nored’s photos, visit his blog: http://aneyefortexas.wordpress.com.

Looks like a fun trip. Always wanted to go to Big Bend and camp.

I rafted through all the canyons during spring break years ago.. Unbelievable trip.

Is the camping gear provided, or do we bring our own?

Stinger get in touch with them at below.

To learn more about the tour host and see examples of Nored’s photos, visit his blog: http://aneyefortexas.wordpress.com.

Rafted Santa Elena canyon at flood stage one year, it was wild to say the least.

Boquillas, Mule ears, Casa Grande, the basin, been many times.

No way would I raft at flood stage. The rock piles got us at low flow. Bet you missed all the big washed out cave at Flood stage? Did you go to the Hot Spring water pits on the Mexico side?

Wished I could make the camping photo trip but can't.