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Hunt’s Photo Walk: Great Meadows Wildlife Refuge Nature Walk

April 30, 2024 @ 7:30 am - 10:30 am

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Class Summary

Date & Time:

April 30, 2024 @ 7:30 am - 10:30 am

Location:
Great Woods Wildlife Refuge, Concord, MA
Featuring:
Featuring a chance to photograph the wildlife, specifically birds
Skill Level:
All Skill Levels Welcome
Instructor:
Don Toothaker
Class size:
6 attendees
What to Bring:
  • Make sure to dress accordingly with the most current weather report.
  • Wear good walking shoes!
  • A telephoto zoom lens longer than 200mm is recommended for birds
  • You may consider bringing other lenses, but for birding, the higher focal length will be much more beneficial
  • Feel free to bring snacks and water.
  • Bring an extra camera battery and memory cards.
  • As always, bring your enthusiasm and creative thoughts!
Recommended Prerequisites:
Basic Knowledge of your Camera
Misc:

As always, if you are sick or feeling unwell, STAY HOME! We will gladly give you a credit towards a future walk.

Important Notes:
If you are attending this walk, we will send out more specific instructions to you a few days prior to the walk. Please note: Some slight details above can be subject to change. This email will detail any of those minor changes.
Policies:
Refund / Cancellation Policy

Refund Policy – Classes / Walks / Workshops

For classes, walks, & workshops, cancellations and postponement can be made up to 48-hours prior to the scheduled time. Refunds cannot be granted for cancellations placed less than 72-hours/3-days before a class or walk, but you can receive a 75% credit toward a future class, walk, or workshop.

For all cancellations, you must contact classes@huntsphoto.com prior to the event. If you register for a class and do not show up, your payment will be forfeited..

Join Hunt’s Photo Education as we photograph at Great Meadows Wildlife Refuge in Concord, MA. On this walk, we will have numerous shooting opportunities, particularly a chance to photograph the wildlife- birds, ducks, eagles, and more. Photographers of all skill levels are encouraged to attend!
Great Meadows Wildlife Refuge is a National Wildlife Refuge and river wetlands conservation area, home to a variety of waterfowl and birds, as well as other mammals, such as deer, foxes, beaver, and more. On this walk, we will explore the Refuge with the intention of photographing birds and other wildlife!
Please note: There will be a good amount of walking on this Photo Walk. Nothing too treacherous, but make sure to wear comfortable shoes!

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