Bird Photography Walks
Join me for a relaxed small-group bird photography experience in the field designed for beginner and intermediate photographers looking to improve their wildlife photography skills while photographing birds in active local habitats.
These walks focus on real-world bird photography techniques including camera settings, autofocus setup, lighting, composition, bird behavior, and fieldcraft while spending time photographing birds together in the field.
Whether you're new to bird photography or looking to become more confident with your camera setup, these walks are designed to provide a supportive and approachable learning environment.
What to Expect
During the walk we will:
Photograph active bird species in local habitats
Discuss bird photography camera settings and autofocus techniques
Learn how to work with light, backgrounds, and composition
Talk about bird behavior and how to approach wildlife ethically
Spend time shooting alongside other local photographers
Have opportunities for questions and limited one-on-one guidance throughout the session
These walks are intentionally kept small to create a relaxed experience with time for interaction and instruction in the field.
Who These Walks Are For?
These walks are best suited for:
Beginner and intermediate bird photographers
Anyone wanting more confidence with wildlife photography
Photographers interested in learning in a real field environment
Birders looking to improve their photography skills
People wanting a lower-cost alternative to private guided sessions
Mirrorless and DSLR cameras are recommended, though photographers of all experience levels are welcome.
Upcoming Walks
Grassland Bird Photography Walk- July 11th
(Rain date July 12th)
This walk takes place in a local grassland habitat featuring open trails and active bird life during breeding season.
Details
Duration: Approximately 2 hours
Time: 7:00 AM – 9:00 AM
Group Size: Limited to 6 participants
Location: Suffield and Southwick Wildlife Management Area, Suffield, CT
Skill Level: Beginner to Intermediate
Forest Photography at McLean Game Refuge- July 25th
(Rain Date: July 26th)
Explore the varied habitats of the McLean Game refuge featuring a mixture of mixed hardwood and pine forest, wetlands, wild and scenic books, and meadows. You never know what you will find out at this location.
Details
Duration: Approximately 2 hours
Time: 7:00 AM – 9:00 AM
Group Size: Limited to 6 participants
Location: McLean Game Refuge, Granby, CT
Exact meeting location provided upon booking
Skill Level: Beginner to Intermediate
Please note:
Trails are flat and beginner friendly
There are no restroom facilities onsite
Walks are weather dependent
Pricing
$45 Per Person
Includes:
2 hour guided field walk
Bird photography instruction in the field
Small group experience
Opportunities for individualized feedback and questions
This 2-hour guided bird photography walk is designed to help photographers gain confidence in the field through practical instruction, real shooting opportunities, and small-group learning in an active grassland habitat.
Rain Date July 12th
This 2-hour guided bird photography walk is designed to help photographers gain confidence in the field through practical instruction, real shooting opportunities, and small-group learning in an active grassland habitat.
Rain Date July 12th
This 2-hour guided bird photography walk is designed to help photographers gain confidence in the field through practical instruction, real shooting opportunities, and small-group learning in a forest habitat. Walk through pristine mixed forest habitats and along cool brooks to take part in landscape and nature photography.
Rain Date July 26th
This 2-hour guided bird photography walk is designed to help photographers gain confidence in the field through practical instruction, real shooting opportunities, and small-group learning in a forest habitat. Walk through pristine mixed forest habitats and along cool brooks to take part in landscape and nature photography.
Rain Date July 26th
Weather Policy
light rain = walk continues
dangerous weather = rescheduled/refunded
In the event the walk is canceled due to severe weather conditions, the walk will be rescheduled to the rain date. If a walk is canceled due to weather, participants will receive the option to transfer to a future walk or receive a refund.
Because group sizes are limited, cancellations within 72 hours of the event are non-refundable unless the spot can be filled.
Rain date information can be found on booking page.