Description:
Join Nikhil Bahl for 3 days of action-packed photography in Vero Beach, Florida. Each year over 240 nesting pairs of osprey, many at eye level, have been counted on Blue Cypress Lake. The shore line of the lake is lined with beautiful cypress trees in which the osprey build their nests each year. The lake itself is approximately 6,500 acres and creates a large territory for the osprey and other wildlife. The adjacent canal system, along with shallow waters nearby, ensure a reliable and plentiful food supply throughout the season. We will be able to capture a variety of images including up close and in-flight as well as beautiful environmental shots and early morning sunrise and late evening sunsets which are definitely on the schedule!
We have reserved the most coveted dates at peak chick brooding and nesting season and arranged for two 3-hour exclusive boat tours each day. This will provide close access at the peak of action. Osprey actively nesting, chick brooding and feeding, and flying in and out of nests at close range are all virtually guaranteed. Nikhil will share the secrets of taking control of an active situation and how to best capture these magnificent birds in all their glory.
We will be photographing from very stable, modified pontoon boats with licensed expert captains intimately familiar with the lake. There will be a strict limit of 4 participants per boat to allow comfort and ample space for our gear.
Itinerary
Day 1, April 18, 2015
Evening presentation on osprey photography at the Holiday Inn Express. Discussion of logistics, technical considerations, and preparation for the following 3 days.
Day 2, April 19, 2015
Morning sunrise osprey on the water shoot on Blue Cypress Lake; up to 3 hours depending on weather and lighting conditions. After, we’ll break for lunch and then meet back at the base hotel for personal image critiques and an afternoon program. Then we’ll head back out to the lake for sunset.
Day 3, April 20, 2015
Morning sunrise osprey on the water shoot on Blue Cypress Lake; up to 3 hours depending on weather and lighting conditions. After, we’ll break for lunch and then meet back at the base hotel for personal image critiques and an afternoon program. Then we’ll head back out to the lake for sunset.
Day 4, April 21, 2015
Morning sunrise osprey on the water shoot on Blue Cypress Lake; up to 3 hours depending on weather and lighting conditions. After, we’ll break for lunch and then meet back at the base hotel for personal image critiques and an afternoon program. Then we’ll head back out to the lake for sunset.
All scheduled boat excursions are weather dependent and other activities will be scheduled in case of inclement weather conditions.
Itinerary Includes:
- All in-the-field instruction.
- Boat charter with driver/guide who knows the lake intimately.
- Discounted lodging has been arranged; confirmations will be provided upon registration and receipt of deposit.
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Itinerary Does Not Include:
- Cost of lodging or meals.
- Transportation throughout; we’ll encourage carpooling as the boat launch site is a 30 minute drive from the hotel.
- Incidentals
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Registration through Naturescapes |
Please contact Nikhil if you have any questions.
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