Photography Trips
Wednesday November 9, 2011 Trips
Digital Photography Basics
Learn how to use your digital camera and what to do with all those images. This presentation will provide tips and techniques designed to improve your photography and produce more artistic results. Specific topics will include camera functions, image management and making your pictures look their best with software. A portion of this class may include an outdoor photographic session and a review of participants' digital images. Pine Island Audubon Sanctuary and Center. Easy. Cost $30.
2-6 p.m., Mark Buckler.
Thursday November 10, 2011 Trips
Beach and Dunescape Photography (NEW!) - Full
Join local nature photographers, Mark Buckler and Michael Halminski, for a fun and educational outing to a favorite location of both photographers - the beach and dunescapes of Pea Island. In this beautiful setting, you will learn how to create compelling images of the Outer Banks landscape with hands-on instruction and guidance. The class will culminate with an opportunity to capture the splendor of the setting sun and rising full moon. Pea Island Refuge Visitor Center. Easy to moderate. Cost $30.
3-6 p.m., Mark Buckler, Mike Halminski.
Friday November 11, 2011 Trips
Pea Island "Duck Hunt" and Beach Birding (NEW!)
Come experience the hunt of a lifetime on this trip. Participants will learn about decoys and waterfowl for the first two hours of the trip on this simulated duck hunt in the newly-renovated refuge photography blind. Decoys will be placed, calls used, and the anticipation of ducks coming to the decoys will be experienced by all! The remaining time will be spent glassing the ocean for migrating sea ducks and other seabirds. Bring cameras, no guns. Pea Island Refuge Visitor Center. Moderate. Cost $20.
6:30-10 a.m., Brian VanDruten, Refuge Staff.
Saturday November 12, 2011 Trips
Bird Photography at Mattamuskeet Refuge (NEW!) - Full
Catch the morning light and explore Mattamuskeet National Wildlife Refuge in search of birds to photograph. Various wading birds, fall migrants, and abundant waterfowl are likely. Participants also can take advantage of the diverse scenery, flora and fauna along the way. A telephoto lens is recommended. Extend this trip with a special sunrise photography opportunity at the refuge - details below. Moderate. Cost $30.
5:30 or 8 to 11 a.m., Mark Buckler.
Meeting Details: Sunrise Option: Meet at Outer Banks Welcome Center on Roanoke Island in Manteo at 5:30 a.m. Bird Photography portion: Meet at the Lake Mattamuskeet Observation Deck on Highway 94 (on causeway that runs through lake) at 8 a.m.
