Every year, NVPS schedules a field trip to Kenilworth Park & Aquatic Gardens. It is a National Park Service site located in the northeastern corner of Washington DC. A homesick war veteran from Maine started the Aquatic Gardens as a hobby with a few wild water lilies in a single pond. Time and diligence turned
The Ladew Gardens are located at 3535 Jarrettsville Pike, Monkton, MD, 21111. They can be reached off I95 at Exit 74. See website for details. The gardens include several themed, brick walled gardens including one of the most extensive topiary gardens in the Eastern U.S. There is also a Nature Walk and a manor house
We no longer have an “official guide” available to lead this event, so if you go, you will be on your own. This is the premier wildlife and birding venue on Atlantic Coast. Lots to see. Arrive Friday evening in time for dinner and to get ready for a sunrise shoot Saturday AM. Motels nearby. The
Joe Miller has extended an invitation to NVPS members to a preview of the Abstract Exhibition the day before the official reception. The reception will be held on Sunday, May 5. He has invited us to his gallery on Saturday, May 4, from 2:00 pm to 5:00 pm. In addition we are welcome to photograph on
Pure fun with human propelled, highly decorated vehicles running the course through Inner Harbor and points beyond, through water, mud and back streets. Not an official field trip but highly recommended. Many great restaurants around Inner Harbor and Fells Point.
Joe Miller has extended an invitation to NVPS members to a preview of the Abstract Exhibition the day before the official recept6ion. The reception will be held on Sunday, May 5. He has invited us to his gallery on Saturday, May 4, from 2:00 pm to 5:00 pm. In addition we are welcome to photograph
Top location for nature photography in Eastern U.S. Come for all or part of the four day weekend. You can arrive early and stay later. Rooms are available at the Best Western, Townsend, TN (under “NVPS”) at 865-448-9000. Our major Spring field trip.
On March 12th we’ll have an educational session on basic photography presented by Scott Musson. Scott is well known for his presentations on digital workflow, color management, Photoshop, Lightroom, Architecture Photography and Black Light Photography. This presentation will focus on photography fundamentals, particularly on capture basics. Scott will discuss basic equipment choices and basic capture
Based on the field trip survey last year, many members prefer one day trips to nearby locations. So the February field trip will take advantage of one of the most beautiful floral gardens in the United States. The U.S. Botanic Garden is located at 100 Maryland Avenue, SW, in DC. Their website is www.usbg.gov. Those
Mason Neck State Park is located in the Southeast corner of Fairfax County. It is known for its eagles at this time of year. We may also see hawks, otters and waterfowl of all descriptions. There is a $4.00 admission fee per vehicle on weekends. ($3.00 weekdays.) Come as early as you wish but those that