Georgia Nature Photographers Association (GNPA) Meetup Group

https://southcarolinaparks.com/hunting-island

Map to Nature Center: https://maps.app.goo.gl/7ob8ZmkHk4Sw6iKXA

Meet at the Hunting Island State Park Nature Center on the south end of the island at 5:15am. Sunrise will be at 6:19am. There is plenty of parking at the Nature Center.

You must be a dues-paying member of GNPA to attend this event. Not a member? Go to www.gnpa.org to learn more about our organization and to join. We look forward to meeting you!

Photography equipment that may be useful - Wide Angle lens for landscapes. Long Lens for Wildlife. There is also an active Osprey nest in the area. Tripod for slow exposure landscapes.

Accessibility: A 1/2 mile hike is required to get to the boneyard beach. It is a rocky "crusher run" road. Shoes with hard soles are recommended.

Restroom availability: Public Restrooms are accessible at the Nature Center.

Food availability or plans: Possible go to Blackstone Cafe in Beaufort, SC on the way back.

Other things to bring - water, sunscreen, hat, insect repellent, rain gear, snack.

GENERAL INFORMATION - PLEASE READ

Do not leave anything out in your car while on the trails. Keep any possessions in your car trunk or out of sight; do not provide temptations.

BY REGISTERING FOR THE EVENT, YOU ACKNOWLEDGE THAT YOU HAVE READ AND AGREE TO THE FOLLOWING:

EVENT CANCELLATION POLICY
GNPA will make every attempt to execute each trip, workshop or event as planned and as described. However, circumstances beyond GNPA’s control may arise that that affect GNPA’s ability to complete a Trip.
If a Trip is cancelled by GNPA for any reason prior to its start date, GNPA will not provide any compensation for payments made by registrants such as non-refundable hotel deposits or car rental fees. GNPA reserves the right to make changes to the trip including changes to the itinerary and trip leaders at its sole discretion.

PERSONAL SAFETY is of utmost importance.
Nature photography includes inherent risks which all participants must evaluate for themselves as to the safety of any activity based on their personal abilities. Be constantly aware of your surroundings and any potential hazards which could result in injury to you or others.

DO NOT PLACE YOURSELF OR OTHERS IN DANGER!
By registering, you are AGREEING to the standard GNPA Warranty and

LIABILITY RELEASE:
As a condition of participation with the Georgia Nature Photographers Association [“GNPA”], I agree to release from liability and to hold harmless the GNPA and its officers, agents, employees or assigns for any injury, including illness, accident, emergency and death, and for damage to or loss of personal property, including equipment, film, and memory cards, while participating in any activities affiliated with the GNPA.

CORONAVIRUS COVID-19 WARNING DISCLAIMER
Coronavirus, COVID-19 is an extremely contagious virus that spreads easily through person-to-person contact. Federal and state authorities recommend social distancing as a mean to prevent the spread of the virus. COVID-19 can lead to severe illness, personal injury, permanent disability, and death. Participating in any activities affiliated with the GNPA could increase the risk of contracting COVID-19. GNPA in no way warrants that COVID-19 infection will not occur through participation in any activities affiliated with the GNPA.

PHOTO RELEASE
I do hereby give the GNPA permission to use my photo and its likeness for any and all print and video purposes it deems necessary but not limited to: newsletters, brochures, instructional and promotional videos, and press releases. The GNPA will not be required to reimburse me for use of my photo or its likeness.

Description:
We’ve all seen great images of streams, rivers and oceans. What makes those images successful? What equipment is useful in photographing water? How do you choose the right camera settings to make great images?
Whether it’s a puddle, a few drops, or a rushing stream, most of us like the character water brings to nature images. We’ll take a tour of water from the mountains to the sea and discuss examples of water in photographs. You’ll take away tips and techniques for equipment, camera settings and compositions that you can use.
Speaker Bio:
Eric Bowles is an Atlanta based nature photographer specializing in the southeastern states. Eric provides photo tours, workshops and training both independently and through Nikonians Academy, Atlanta Audubon and Chattahoochee Nature Center. Eric’s work has been exhibited in galleries, purchased by corporate and individual collectors, and published in books and magazines.
Eric’s specialties include landscape, wildlife, macro and close-up photography, as well as infrared image making using modified cameras. He is the director of Nikonians Academy. Eric is a past President of Georgia Nature Photographers Association. Eric is a frequent visitor, judge and speaker for photography groups throughout Georgia and the Carolinas and co-host of the NANPA Webinar series. For more information about Eric, visit his website at www.bowlesimages.com.

Please join us in this free and exciting event to learn from the best. Non-GNPA members are welcome to attend.

We plan to showcase your photos on TV in the meeting room prior to the speaker presentation. Before the meeting please upload upto two nature photos that you have taken on the following link.

https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1bCAu8OSEmwBH1bNrwBEOASVl8Nq1ikfL?usp=share_link