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THE ANNUAL DESERT MEETUP

from $0.00

February 18th - 20th, 2027 - FREE

Join a group of photographers from all around the globe for a time of photography & community up and down 395 in California. This meetup is full of iconic locations, incredible landscapes, ghost towns, and parties in the desert.

The annual desert meetup will home-base out of Ridgecrest, CA this year. From this spot we’ll travel up and down 395 to some great locations. We will first meet for sunrise on February 18th, and head out sometime Saturday the 20th. There will also be a community dinner at a local restaurant the night before (on February 17th) for those who can make it.

What to expect…

  • This is a free event. This is not a workshop.

  • Community building at 100% with dozens of other photographers.

  • We’ll home base out of Ridgecrest, CA.

  • You will book your own lodging.

  • We’ll visit places up and down 395.

  • We’ll be logging some miles between spots.

  • Weird desert places and people.

  • There will be a loose schedule released the week before, and very flexible based on weather and conditions.

What not to expect…

  • This to be a workshop.

  • The schedule to go as planned.

Add on the Very Good Co. Saddle Bag for $99.00
Includes a VGCO Tote with a 2027 Desert Meetup Hat, VGCO x FELLOW Coffee Tumbler, & VGCO Sticker Pack.

February 18th - 20th, 2027 - FREE

Join a group of photographers from all around the globe for a time of photography & community up and down 395 in California. This meetup is full of iconic locations, incredible landscapes, ghost towns, and parties in the desert.

The annual desert meetup will home-base out of Ridgecrest, CA this year. From this spot we’ll travel up and down 395 to some great locations. We will first meet for sunrise on February 18th, and head out sometime Saturday the 20th. There will also be a community dinner at a local restaurant the night before (on February 17th) for those who can make it.

What to expect…

  • This is a free event. This is not a workshop.

  • Community building at 100% with dozens of other photographers.

  • We’ll home base out of Ridgecrest, CA.

  • You will book your own lodging.

  • We’ll visit places up and down 395.

  • We’ll be logging some miles between spots.

  • Weird desert places and people.

  • There will be a loose schedule released the week before, and very flexible based on weather and conditions.

What not to expect…

  • This to be a workshop.

  • The schedule to go as planned.

Add on the Very Good Co. Saddle Bag for $99.00
Includes a VGCO Tote with a 2027 Desert Meetup Hat, VGCO x FELLOW Coffee Tumbler, & VGCO Sticker Pack.

Ticket Options:

2026 Desert Meetup

FAQ’s

  • When you reserve your ticket, you can go ahead and make any reservations / plans in Ridgecrest for your lodging. Details for the actual meetup, including the official schedule, group chat, and other details will come within a two-week window before the event.

  • It is 100% free to attend the Very Good Desert Meetup. You will be responsible for your own lodging, food, and transportation.

  • Then you’ll be in the perfect place to make friends! This is an incredibly friendly and accessible event. All are welcome.