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Presentations
A River of Birds: Exploring the Detroit RiverMarch 13, 2012, at 7:30 p.m.
Oakland Audubon Society
First United Methodist Church Fellowship Hall, Room 152
1589 West Maple Rd. Birmingham, MI 48009
The Detroit River is one of the busiest waterways in the world. It's been industrialized, urbanized and polluted, yet it remains an incredibly important corridor for migrating and nesting birds. It is North America's first international wildlife refuge and home to one of the largest freshwater marsh restorations in the world. Join photographer David Stimac in an exploration of the diversity and beauty of this often overlooked region.
Seminars and Workshops
Nature Photography Seminar: Becoming a Better PhotographerLimited to 30 participants. FULL!
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January 28, 2012,10:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Chippewa Nature Center
400 S. Badour Rd.Midland, MI 48640
Southwestern Michigan WildflowersApril 27-29, 2012
Limit 8 participants
Dowagiac Woods is smothered in huge colonies of Trilliums, Spring Beauties and Dutchman's Breeches. Hundreds of Blue Eyed Mary's bloom along the sunny edges of the forest and clumps of Marsh Marigolds grow in the wet areas. The first waves of migrant warblers and vireos flit throughout the tree tops. During this workshop we'll concentrate on making well composed portraits of flowers and intimate landscapes of the forest. Other subject matter may include insects and amphibians.
Northern Lake Huron WildflowersJune 1-3, 2012
Limit 8 participants
Late spring on the shores of Lake Huron is an incredible wildflower show. Mats of Fringed Polygala and Dwarf Lake Iris grow along the edges of White Cedar forests. Clumps of Small Yellow Lady's Slippers bloom among Junipers and the rare Ram's Head Lady's Slipper can be found in the cool shade of Balsam. Colonies of Bird's Eye Primrose and Indian Paintbrush dot the wet alkaline soil and hundreds of Columbine sprout from the limestone. During this workshop we'll concentrate on making well composed portraits of flowers and intimate landscapes of the forest and shoreline.
Winter Waterfowl at Bosque Del ApacheNational Wildlife Refuge, New Mexico
January 6-11, 2013
Limit 6 participants
A waterfowl bonanza in the New Mexico desert! We'll photograph Snow & Ross's Geese, Sandhill Cranes and several duck species. The often spectacular sunrises and sunsets in this region combined with thousands of waterbirds makes this location a fantastic photography destination. Dave's previous experience at Bosque, his knowledge of where to be during the best light, as well as his understanding of the birds' behavior in various weather conditions will help put you in the best locations Bosque has to offer.
Harlequins on the RocksBarnegat Light, New Jersey
February 17-22, 2013
Limit 6 participants
Wintering waterfowl at this location include very approachable Harlequin and Long-tailed Ducks, and Brant. Surf and Black Scoters, Common Eiders and shorebirds such as Purple Sandpiper, Ruddy Turnstone and Black-bellied Plovers are also prime photo subjects. Dave's knowledge of the area and the tide's influence on bird behavior will give you amazing photographic situations in this waterfowl-rich area.