Yukon Gold 2026

  OVERVIEW 

Join Kris Andres and Manu Keggenhoff for an unforgettable photography workshop on the shores of Kluane Lake, one of the most breathtaking locations in the Yukon Territory, Canada. This extended late-summer weekend takes place at the stunning Yukon Lake Cabins, right on the edge of Kluane National Park and Reserve, a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its glaciers, rugged mountains, and pristine wilderness.

Designed for photographers of all levels, this workshop combines hands-on field sessions, classroom learning, and guided editing tutorials to help you refine your skills. You'll learn to capture both the intimate details of nature and the grandeur of sweeping mountain landscapes, while experimenting with techniques like long exposure, black & white photography, and creative use of filters.

Each day includes sunrise and sunset shoots, field demonstrations, and the exciting possibility of photographing wildlife, the northern lights (aurora borealis), and the star-filled Yukon skies.

With expert guidance from the OFFBEAT Photography team, this workshop is more than just technical training, it’s about honing your vision as a storyteller in the wilderness, building community, and leaving with images you'll treasure for a lifetime.

* As per our Terms and Conditions, OFFBEAT reserves the right to change, at any time, the tour leader of any workshop.

Location: Kluane Lake, YT

Dates:  August 28 - August 31, 2026

 ACCOMMODATIONS AND TRANSPORTATION 

Your home for the duration of the workshop is the Yukon Lake Cabins on the shores of Kluane Lake at Silver City. The price includes all meals, accommodation, and instruction. Please note, that transportation is not included. All meals will be catered including a variety of group sit-down meals at the cabins and packed lunches while out in the field.

 IMPORTANT NOTE 

Accommodations will be at Yukon Cabins, they're rustic and cozy and will be shared (roughly three participants per cabin). We will do our best, however, to accommodate friends/spouses (must all participating in the workshop) to ensure you room in the same cabin. Know, however, that cabin time is actually fairly minimal - we will be spending a lot of time in the field during this workshop; think of the cabin as the place you close your eyes between capturing magic.

 ITIENERARY 

Full itinerary to be provided to participants upon arrival.

Here’s a sample schedule of what you can expect (please note that details are very likely to change as we finalize everything between now and then):

Day 1 - August 28, 2025
Arrival at Kluane Lake

Arrive at the cabins by 3:00 PM and settle into your home for the week. Kluane Lake is about a 3-hour drive from Whitehorse, the closest major airport, so be sure to give yourself plenty of time to enjoy the journey, it’s a beautiful drive through some of the Yukon’s most striking landscapes.

Once everyone has arrived, we'll gather for presentations and our official workshop kick-off, where we'll outline the exciting days ahead, introduce the team, and set the tone for the adventure.

Afterward, we'll share a hearty supper together, fueling up for our first photographic outing. Weather permitting, we'll head out for a golden Yukon sunset shoot right on the lake’s edge. And if the skies stay clear into the night, we may be treated to astro photography—or even the magic of the northern lights.

Day 2 - August 29, 2025

We'll start the day early with a sunrise shoot, capturing the first light spilling across Kluane Lake and the surrounding mountains (Or whatever the weather is). There’s no better way to begin than with the quiet magic of morning light.

Afterward, enjoy a hearty breakfast before heading out for field demonstrations around the area. This is a chance to explore new techniques, ask questions on location, and practice hands-on skills with guidance from the team.

The middle of the day will be dedicated to an editing session and additional shooting opportunities, helping you refine your images while staying inspired by the landscapes around us.

In the late afternoon, we'll regroup for another field session, chasing the best light as it transforms the mountains and water into something entirely new.

We'll share a delicious supper together, followed by another chance to photograph the night sky. If the conditions align, we'll stay out for astrophotography, or perhaps witness the northern lights dancing above Kluane.

Day 3 - August 30, 2025

We'll begin with another early morning shoot, chasing the soft light as it stretches across the mountains and lake. Each sunrise in Kluane feels different, offering fresh perspectives and new opportunities to refine your craft.

After a warm breakfast, we'll head out for field demonstrations in the surrounding area. These hands-on sessions are designed to help you deepen your technical skills while staying inspired by the dramatic Yukon landscape.

The late morning and early afternoon will be a mix of editing time and additional shooting, giving you the chance to review your images, experiment with creative approaches, and keep building your portfolio.

Later in the day, we'll gather again for an afternoon field session, making the most of golden light or whatever the might Yukon provides us, and exploring new locations and revisiting some of the epic locations both to keep our perspectives fresh.

We'll close the day with supper together, and if the skies open once more, there’s always the possibility of astro or aurora photography, adding even more magic to our Yukon nights.

Day 4 - August 31, 2025

Our last morning will start with a sunrise shoot and field demonstrations around the area, soaking in the stillness of Kluane Lake and capturing those final images to complete your Yukon story.

Afterward, we'll enjoy breakfast together, reflecting on the week’s adventures, the friendships formed, and the incredible images created along the way.

Before we part ways, join us for a Q&A session with Kris and Manu, where we'll answer your questions, share final tips, and celebrate the progress you've made throughout the workshop.

We'll close with our official finale at 11:00 AM, sending you off with full memory cards, new skills, and unforgettable memories from Kluane.

 PRICE AND PAYMENT SCHEDULE 

Cost: CAD $2,950+ GST

Payment options:

1) Full payment or

2) Non-Refundable Deposit: CAD $750 + GST + two instalment payments: CAD $1100+GST (due January 30, 2026) and CAD $1100+GST (due by April 30, 2026)

Note: failure to pay by the payment due date means forfeiting deposit and spot will be freed up and potentially sold to another interested participant (see more in cancellation policy below).

If unforeseen circumstances arise, participants are welcome to transfer/sell their space to another interested participant.

 THE FINER DETAILS 

Included:

• Daily instruction/mentoring by Kris Andres and Manu Keggenhoff.
• All accommodations at Yukon Cabins
• All meals fully catered with delicious meals
• Field sessions and demos.
• Location scouting and itinerary planned by OFFBEAT instructors.
• Lifetime membership to OFFBEAT Community.

Not Included:

• Transportation. Participants need to find their own way from Whitehorse to Kluane National Park. Carpooling with be coordinated and encouraged through the workshop group.
• Travel Insurance.
• Alcohol
  

 TRANSPORTATION

The price of the workshop does not include transportation. Participants will need to arrange car rentals or carpooling with other workshop participants.

 WHAT TO EXPECT 

The workshop is suitable for participants of all levels of experience in photography. Most locations will be readily accessible from the road, although we may hike short distances on occasion.

It is worth noting that the workshop will be quite intense in order to maximize field time. Participants are not expected to participate in every aspect of the workshop. It’s up to you to get out as much as you like, though of course it is recommended you give it your all.

 LEAVE NO TRACE 

OFFBEAT preaches and lives the ethics of "leave no trace" photography, which means that the utmost care is given, while hiking and photographing, to leaving zero impact on the natural environment. Participants are expected to approach this tour with the same ethics at all times.

 INSURANCE 

It is advised that workshop participants have trip cancellation/interruption insurance, as well as emergency medical/illness insurance and rescue coverage.

Weather and other unforeseen factors can cause delays in travel, particularly from some of our more remote locations. It is the participant’s responsibility to cover any costs in the case of a travel delay of any length. Please ensure your trip cancellation/interruption insurance accommodates this possibility.

By purchasing a spot you are acknowledging that you accept these conditions.

  INSTRUCTORS 

About Kris Andres

Based at the doorstep of the Canadian Rockies in Banff, Alberta, Kristopher considers the mountains (along with everywhere he travels) to be his second home. Kris is always up for endless adventures with a smile—no matter how "atmospheric" the conditions are. He will be overly excited in almost everything he does in life, capturing each story with the click of a shutter, in any and all genres—from adventure to landscapes to portraiture to food and more! When he’s not out creating, Kris is a full-time yogi working to refine himself every day.

About Manu Keggenhoff

Manu is an award-winning photographer and the art-director/co-publisher of Yukon, North of Ordinary magazine (among others). Her images have been published in a multitude of publications (including Photo Life, DigitalPhoto, New York Times, Globe & Mail, Canadian Geographic, Yukon–North of Ordinary, British Columbia Magazine, UpHere, and many more). In 2016 she landed in the Top 10 “Photographer of the Year” selection, curated by the german edition of “Digital Photo Magazine.” She feels at home in many photography genres—from landscape to portraits, from animals to events to conceptual art. Her passion is capturing the beauty of the Canadian North: its land, the people, the wild. Manu’s work can also be found in the Yukon Permanent Art Collection. She lives in Atlin, BC, with her two white shepherd dogs.

 OFFBEAT TERMS AND CONDITIONS 

Please take the time to review OFFBEAT’s Terms and Conditions, including our Cancellation Policies. You are required to agree to these in order to confirm your registration. Effective June 16, 2022.

For any additional questions, please contact us at [email protected]