About us
For anyone who wants to practice their outdoor photography skills (landscape, urban, wildlife, macro, etc) and get a little walking workout in at the same time. I do this (almost) every weekend so I'm out and about anyway -- I might as well do it with company! Sometimes it's more walking and sometimes it's more shooting. But almost always a mix of both.
For now, events take place in Richmond and surrounding counties but eventually we’ll go further afield. If you want to organize a hike or two let me know and we can talk about making you a co-organizer.
I have a lot of photography skills and knowledge, acquired from both school and practice, and I'm happy to share my experiences, but I am always learning. This is a community of "peer learning" and I'm just the facilitator. So come join us!
No photography skills required! A camera is helpful but a phone works as well, as long as you have the passion and interest.
Please note:
While Event Organizers provide a framework for your Meetup experience, you are responsible for your own safety and well-being. By signing up for our Meetup events, you acknowledge and agree that hiking, outdoor activities and any of our Meetups carry the risk of injury or even death, and that you accept those risks. Further, you understand and accept this disclaimer and agree not to bring any type of claim against Meetup, Hiking + Photography, our Event Organizers, or other participants.
Upcoming events
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![[Photography + Social] Trip to Grayhaven Winery](https://secure.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/b/c/2/0/highres_529548160.jpeg)
[Photography + Social] Trip to Grayhaven Winery
Grayhaven Winery, 4675 E. Gray Fox Circle, Gum Spring, VA, USThis beautiful winery is a 30-minute drive from Richmond (+/- ~15 minutes depending on where you live). There are a variety of outdoor photo opps from old barns to horses, landscapes, ponds and more.
While there, we can partake of wine tastings and/or lunch, and then take more photos before heading back.
Carpool arrangements are available. I can take 3 passengers comfortably in my Outback. If you are willing to drive please comment (privately) below the event description with how many you can take. Tentative carpool meeting location is in the Burlington/Union Bank parking lot off of West Broad. If you prefer to just drive directly there or make other carpool arrangments, we will meet near the entrance to the tasting building at 11:00 and decide on lunch plans etc.
There's no limit to the number of people so feel free to bring your significant other, kids, grandkids, or a friend or two. Making pictures is the #1 priority but there's plenty of room for fun and socializing as well.
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From the website:
"Wine tastings are provided indoors or al fresco, at private tables where guests can linger and enjoy their stay. Areas include decks flanked by lush gardens and koi ponds; sprawling lawns; a shaded pond-side grove of pine and poplar; a large field surrounded by horse pastures; an expansive hard-scape patio; and in a charm-packed indoor tasting room located in a transformed 1940's barn. Grayhaven appreciates age diversity and cultural diversity and strives to provide a welcoming, inclusive environment for everyone. Family Friendly, Dog Friendly, Non-Drinker Friendly"7 attendees
Past events
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![[Abandoned Places Photography] Dunnington Mansion, Farmville](https://secure.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/a/3/0/c/highres_530741740.jpeg)
