We are pleased to announce our next workshop in the beautiful Arbuckle Mountains area of southern Oklahoma. This workshop will include the Chickasaw National Recreation Area, Turner Falls, and Price Falls, as well as wide open views from the tops of the Arbuckle Mountains themselves. We expect the Fall colors to be in full swing for this week!
This part of Oklahoma is unique in many ways. The Arbuckle Mountains are ancient and completely dictate the geology of the surrounding areas. Composed mostly of limestone, shale, and sandstone in layers tilted almost vertical, the drive itself down Interstate 35 is worth it just for the views. But it is the landscapes surrounding these mountains that showcase the hidden nature of this area. Abundant clear running streams, waterfalls, and lakes dot the landscape like checkers on a game board. Since there is so much to offer in this area, we have decided to limit our locations.
We are going to base ourselves out of the town of Sulphur which is adjacent to the Chickasaw NRA. This town came into being during the early 1900's because of the mineral springs and their associated health benefits. Pavilion like structures were built over many of the springs and some remain even to this day. During the 1930's, the Civilian Conservation Corp renovated many of them and added new ones as well, and these structures are highly photogenic. The town continued to grow as the decades went by, as did the park itself.
The park is laced with the source and branches of Travertine Creek and is joined by Rock Creek, both of which are the primary sources for several of the springs. Rushing waters from rains continually replenish these streams and provide ample opportunities for photography in a highly wooded environment. Located within the park is Veteran's Lake, a beautiful small body of water with ample photo ops.
In the foothills of the mountains lies Turner and Price Falls. Turner Falls is 77 feet high and can be photographed from up close and from a distance, and can also be traversed from up top where one finds numerous cascading falls over travertine limestone. Not far from here is Price Falls, an intimate little waterfall located on private property that we will have access to for a morning shoot.
Both of these waterfalls, as well as 4 scenic turnouts in the Arbuckle Mountains are within a 30 minute drive of Sulphur.
This workshop will be a 4 day event beginning Monday, November 2 and ending Thursday evening November 5. Morning shoots will take place at all locations and evening shoots will be conducted at Turner Falls and Veteran's Lake. Of course weather will be a determining factor. It often rains or is overcast during this time of year. Temperatures are cooler but not cold with highs in the upper 50's to low 60's. We will be back off of Daylight Savings Time, so the Sun will rise early and set early. Evenings will be spent in discussion over leisurely dinners.
Accommodations are available in Sulphur and adjacent Davis. These are not 5 star hotels, but all are clean and feature WiFi. For the more adventurous, camping is available at Chickasaw NRA. There are many fine restaurants and eateries in Sulphur to suit almost anyone's taste.
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| Price Falls |
When: November 2 - 5, 2015
Cost: $750.00 per person
Group Size: 6
Includes: Transportation to all locations, entrance fees, evening meals, transportation to and from the Ardmore Airport if you are flying in on Sunday, November 1, 2015.
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| Veteran's Lake - Chickasaw NRA |
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| Buffalo Springs - Chickasaw NRA |
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| Travertine Creek - Chickasaw NRA |
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| Turner Falls Overlook |
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| Travertine Creek |
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| Woodford Shale Detail - Arbuckle Mountains |
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