About this Event
Bird Photography Event
Where:
When: Saturday, January 18th, 1 PM until sundown
Join Horn Photo for an Exciting Bird Photography Adventure!
Experience a thrilling day of bird photography, hosted by Horn Photo. Registration is required, but here's the great news: This event is completely free!
There’s no entrance fee to the refuge—your only cost is gas.
This event will take place regardless of weather conditions. A foggy or rainy day can create unique and dramatic photo opportunities.
We’ve timed this event to coincide with peak migration season for waterfowl. Expect to photograph a variety of ducks, geese, sandhill cranes, and more. Raptors like hawks, kestrels, owls, and even the occasional bald eagle may also make an appearance.
This is your chance to capture incredible images of birds in flight, on the water, and in their natural habitats.
Don't think you have the proper lenses? No worries.
We’ve got you covered. Sony will have a representative on-site, offering super-telephoto lenses for loan. Additional gear from other brands, including binoculars, will also be available. Loans are first-come, first-served, so arrive early to secure your spot.
What to Expect:
- Arrival Time: Arrive anytime after 1:00 PM. Look for the Horn Photo canopy near the entrance—we’ll be there to greet you! We’ll provide you with tips on navigating the refuge and point out the best spots for photography.
- Expert Assistance: Our knowledgeable team from Horn Photo will be available throughout the day to answer your photography and camera-related questions.
- Meet Darrin Armstrong: Don’t miss the chance to chat with Darrin Armstrong, our expert camera specialist, champion duck caller, and passionate waterfowl photographer. Darrin will be on hand to share fascinating facts about waterfowl and photography tips.
- Special Bonus: The event includes a ranger-led talk about sandhill crane fly-ins at sunset—a perfect way to end the day with some stunning photographic opportunities!
Birds are not the only subjects to photograph at the Merced National Wildlife Refuge. You will also find wildlife, and when the conditions are right, the valley's most beautiful sunsets.
Don’t miss this incredible opportunity to immerse yourself in bird photography during one of the most active seasons of the year.
Register today to reserve your spot!
If you would like to learn some tips and tricks for photographing birds, sign up for our highly informative one-hour Bird Photography class by .
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Merced National Wildlife Refuge, 7430 West Sandy Mush Road, Merced, United States
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