Harry,
Are you going to suggest possible lodging facilities that we will all be staying in or will it be up to us to make all arrangements?
I am just concerned about availability to a group in sunny Fla that time of year. Looking forward to putting more faces to screen names also :
I'm trying to arrange a group rate at one of the local hotels/motels right now. I hope to have it done by next week. If I can't do it I will get a list of local motels/hotels together and post them within the next two weeks.
Harry http://behret.smugmug.com/NANPA member How many photographers does it take to change a light bulb? 50. One to change the bulb, and forty-nine to say, "I could have done that better!"
I have just spoken to one of our local hotels and I can arrange a group deal with them for Merritt III. The hotel is the Baymont Inn in Melbourne. The location can’t be beat because it is right off of I-95 on Wickham Blvd. It’s a 5 minute drive to the Viera Wetlands and being close to I-95 will make it very easy to get to the other shooting locations. They serve a free continental breakfast (bagels, cereals, muffins, juice, coffee, waffles) in the AM. They have no restaurant in the hotel but there is a Burger King and a Crackerbarrel restaurant in the same area (you can walk there). Also in the immediate area (2-3 minute drive) you have a Pizza Uno, McDonalds, Bob Evans, and a Perkins Restaurant. There are also scads of other local restaurants and our local mall within easy driving distance of the hotel.
The rate is $118-$123/night for two doubles or one king size beds. I can get around 16 rooms. If we double up each participant would be paying around $60/night. I can probably get a cheaper rate if I start canvassing the motels on US-1 but the accommodations won’t be as convenient. When you factor in the additional driving times and gas the savings would be minimal. Before I put a hold on the rooms I would like to know what you all think. If your response is in the affirmative I will put a hold on the rooms on my credit card.
I also need your confirmation that you will attend and to know if you are willing to share a room and what dates you plan to attend.
Right now my count is 23 attendees. I will be making a post on the forum with this same info but I’m sending you this PM to be sure you get the info.
Once we settle the accommodations I will start working on making arrangements at some of the local restaurants for an evening meal where we can meet up and have dinner together at the end of a shooting day.
Here is the list of participants. if oyur name is on the list and you are not coming please let me know. If you want to come and your name isn't on the list please contact me ASAP.
Nikon Café
Harry Behret
Gale Bizet
Kevin Scott
Frank Jackson*
David Mutter*
Mike McAtee*
Gordon Large*
Bob Hoge*
Nancy Hoge*
Dave Watts*
Kelly Hanlon*
Harris Goldberg*
Catz
Gary Chappel
Doug Barber *
Dreuter*
DGRIN
Michael Allen*
Klfailla
Mike McCarthy*
Thomas Lott*
Pathfinder*
Nightingale*
Helmet155
Harry http://behret.smugmug.com/NANPA member How many photographers does it take to change a light bulb? 50. One to change the bulb, and forty-nine to say, "I could have done that better!"
For those who are arriving at the Orlando airport here are the driving directions to the Baymont INN
Driving Directions from 1 Airport Blvd, Orlando, FL to 7200 George T Edwards Dr, Melbourne, FLAOL
1 Airport Blvd
Orlando, FL 32827-4328, US
7200 George T Edwards Dr
Melbourne, FL 32940-6608, US
Total Est. Time: 42 minutesTotal Est. Distance: 45.76 miles
1:Start out going NORTH on AIRPORT BLVD.0.3 milesMap
2:Take the SR-528-TOLL E exit- EXIT 1A- toward COCOA / KENNEDY SPACE CENTER. 0.3 miles
3:Merge onto BEE LINE EXPY / FL-528 E (Portions toll).30.3miles
4:Merge onto I-95 S via EXIT 42A toward MIAMI. 14.1 miles
5:Take the CR-509 / WICKHAM ROAD exit- EXIT 191- toward SATELLITE BEACH / PATRICK A.F.B. 0.2 miles
6:Turn RIGHT onto WICKHAM RD N. 0.1 miles
7:Turn RIGHT onto GEORGE T EDWARDS DR. 0.1 miles
8:End at 7200 George T Edwards Dr
Melbourne, FL 32940-6608,
Total Est. Time: 42 minutes Total Est. Distance: 45.76 miles
Harry http://behret.smugmug.com/NANPA member How many photographers does it take to change a light bulb? 50. One to change the bulb, and forty-nine to say, "I could have done that better!"
I have finalized the arrangements with the Baymont Inn. At this point the follwing folks have communicated that they will need rooms at the Baymont:
Frank Wilson
David Mutter
Gordon Large
Mike McAtee
Harris Goldberg
Bob & Nan Hoge
Steve S.
Gary Chappel
Mike McCarthy
Michael Allen
Thomas Lott
Pathfinder & Nightingale
If you need a room and you name is not on the above list please contact me so I can increase the number of rooms on hold for us.
The rates are $118 for two double beds and $123 for a king size bed.
Reservations must be made by January 29, 2006 or we lose the rooms.
The local phone number of the Baymont is 321-242-9400. The toll free # is 1-877-BAYMONT. The group rate is under the name of HPB Photography. Please PM me when you make your reservation.
Harry http://behret.smugmug.com/NANPA member How many photographers does it take to change a light bulb? 50. One to change the bulb, and forty-nine to say, "I could have done that better!"
I was driving by the Baymont Inn today and I noticed that they changed its name to La Quinta. I stopped in and I was told that only the name has been changed our group rate is ok and the phone #s are the same.
Harry http://behret.smugmug.com/NANPA member How many photographers does it take to change a light bulb? 50. One to change the bulb, and forty-nine to say, "I could have done that better!"
I'm just posting the list of confirmed attendees so you know where we stand with this shoot.
Right now we have 25 folks confirmed. I'm considering capping the number at 30 because if we get too large it will be hard to accomodate a much larger group. As it stands now we will have to break up into 2 or 3 "teams" and shoot at different locations. If we tried to take 25 folks into the wetlands, for example, at one time we would probably scare off every bird in the place.
Anyhow heres the current list of attendees. the * means that they will be staying at the La Quinta
If you are considering coming now would be a good time to make your decision.
Nikon Café
1. Harry Behret
2. Gale Bizet
3. Kevin Scott
4. Frank Wilson*
5. David Mutter*
6. Mike McAtee*
7. Gordon Large*
8. Bob Hoge*
9. Nannette Hoge*
10. Kelly Hanlon
11. Harris Goldberg*
12. Catz
13. Gary Chappel*
14. Steve S. *
15. Dreuter
16. Thornton
17. Ched Bradley"
18. Phil Collyer *
19. Richard Fleet (Huskey8)
DGRIN
20. Michael Allen*
21. Klfailla
22. Mike McCarthy*
23. Thomas Lott*
24. Pathfinder*
25. Nightingale*
Harry http://behret.smugmug.com/NANPA member How many photographers does it take to change a light bulb? 50. One to change the bulb, and forty-nine to say, "I could have done that better!"
Harry I would like to attend so please add my name to your list if I'm not to late. My sister lives in Palatka, so I will plan a visit to her around the shooting dates. My wife may come, so I'll need a room for the two of us. Having grown up in South Florida, I'm looking forward for this opportunity to return as a picture taking tourist, as well as meeting new friends with similar interests. If I'm lucky I might even learn how to take a decent picture.
Count me in, please.........
not a Nikon owner so, you'll have to make room for an outcast :-)
Sounds like a load of fun. What could be better, 10 (?) nature photographers pointing their cameras at the same birds at the same time. lol It'll be enough to make a young chic cry. :-)
Thank you for the invite. I've kind of been out of the loop for a little while, this will give me a chance to get my hand / eye coordination going again.
Markjay (can I share here?) took this one yesterday
Markjay
Canon AE1 - it was my first "real camera"
Canon 20D - no more film!
Harry I would like to attend so please add my name to your list if I'm not to late. My sister lives in Palatka, so I will plan a visit to her around the shooting dates. My wife may come, so I'll need a room for the two of us. Having grown up in South Florida, I'm looking forward for this opportunity to return as a picture taking tourist, as well as meeting new friends with similar interests. If I'm lucky I might even learn how to take a decent picture.
Got you covered Dallas. Sent you a PM.
Harry http://behret.smugmug.com/NANPA member How many photographers does it take to change a light bulb? 50. One to change the bulb, and forty-nine to say, "I could have done that better!"
not a Nikon owner so, you'll have to make room for an outcast :-)
Sounds like a load of fun. What could be better, 10 (?) nature photographers pointing their cameras at the same birds at the same time. lol It'll be enough to make a young chic cry. :-)
Thank you for the invite. I've kind of been out of the loop for a little while, this will give me a chance to get my hand / eye coordination going again.
Harry http://behret.smugmug.com/NANPA member How many photographers does it take to change a light bulb? 50. One to change the bulb, and forty-nine to say, "I could have done that better!"
Hi Y’all, I apologize to everyone for being out of touch for a while. My wife’s 91-year-old father collapsed on Christmas Eve and has been hospitalized ever since. He will not recover and should pass on sometime this week. This has set back my planning for the shoot but I hope to get everything set up by the time you get down here. You can help me out by PMing me the exact dates you plan to attend the shoot. This will enable me to organize teams (we will be too large of a group to be at some of the locations at the same time) and schedules. I also need the info to make reservations at some of the local restaurants. I will also need some help from some of the local Florida folks to do some location scouting. I had planned to do most of this myself but that may not be possible right now. If the locals PM or e-mail me we can talk about the locations that I would like to scout out. I’m looking forward to meeting you all.
Harry http://behret.smugmug.com/NANPA member How many photographers does it take to change a light bulb? 50. One to change the bulb, and forty-nine to say, "I could have done that better!"
Sorry to hear about your wife's father Harry. Best wishes to your family...
I hope all goes well for your shoot. I was hoping to attend as I was going to be in Florida in February but it is looking like I won't be there until later in the month. Good luck!
Lee
P.S. It is very nice to see something like this being hosted. I am sure that your time and effort are greatly appreciated. See if you can coax a few Coronas out of the attendents.
Its all about the food
Hi Y'all,
I just finished making the necessary arrangements for our dining pleasure during the Merritt III shoot.
Monday 2/6 - There will be a BBQ at my house with the basic hot dogs,
hamburgers, soda, Coronas, salads, etc. If anyone has a
pizza jones we can have a pizza or two delivered also.
There is no charge all we ask is a pleasant demeanor and
that you pick up after yourself.
Tuesday 2/7 - Pizza Uno - very close to the La Quinta and the food won't
kill you.
Wednesday 2/8 - Chowders - A local seafood joint with landlubber
selections also. Its on US 1 and is right on the river
Thursday 2/9 - Durango's Steakhouse - pretty much what the name implies.
They also have salads & seafood for those who have issues
with red meat
Friday 2/10 - Charlie & Jakes - One of my favorites. A BBQ restaurant with
other choices for the BBQ impaired. Their ribs have been
voted Brevard's best for the last 4-5 years. They also are a
micro brewery with some really good brews.
Saturday 2/11 - Dixie Crossroads - A local institution best known for their
shrimp. They also have excellent steaks. They are
located very close to the Merritt Island NMR
Sunday 2/12 - Back to Chowders. Why? They had the date open.
All reservations are for 7:30 PM. Except for the BBQ at my place wich will run from 6PM-9PM.
If anybody has a problem with these arrangements please PM me. It won't change anything but you might feel better.
Harry http://behret.smugmug.com/NANPA member How many photographers does it take to change a light bulb? 50. One to change the bulb, and forty-nine to say, "I could have done that better!"
WHat...no BBQ grill for us to cook what we shoot during the day? :uhoh Durango? Durango? They serve horse meat there. Looks like fun, Harry. Just hope you've made those eagles stick around for us.
Its getting closer to the shoot. I am really looking forward to meeting y'all and doing some shooting together.
If you are staying at the LaQuinta (formerly the Byamont Inn) you must make your reservation before the 28th of this month. After that the hotel won't hold our rooms and we lose the group rate.
Harry http://behret.smugmug.com/NANPA member How many photographers does it take to change a light bulb? 50. One to change the bulb, and forty-nine to say, "I could have done that better!"
Nah, my tax money has been approved, but equipment...........
How much again?????
ginger
The rooms at the LaQuinta are $118/night.
Harry http://behret.smugmug.com/NANPA member How many photographers does it take to change a light bulb? 50. One to change the bulb, and forty-nine to say, "I could have done that better!"
If you are staying at the LaQuinta (formerly the Byamont Inn) you must make your reservation before the 28th of this month. After that the hotel won't hold our rooms and we lose the group rate.
Done.... Lady that made the reservations seemed a bit confused and thought we'd all be staying the whole week. That $118 is a group discount. Man...you can stay on the beach for about that ......over here. Do they put complementary lenses on our pillows each morning?
Done.... Lady that made the reservations seemed a bit confused and thought we'd all be staying the whole week. That $118 is a group discount. Man...you can stay on the beach for about that ......over here. Do they put complementary lenses on our pillows each morning?
bitch, bitch, bitch
That's the Canon rate. The Nikon rate is much lower.
Harry http://behret.smugmug.com/NANPA member How many photographers does it take to change a light bulb? 50. One to change the bulb, and forty-nine to say, "I could have done that better!"
Friday 2/10 - Charlie & Jakes - One of my favorites. A BBQ restaurant with
other choices for the BBQ impaired. Their ribs have been
voted Brevard's best for the last 4-5 years. They also are a
micro brewery with some really good brews.
Hey Harry, I wonder if Dgrin & SmugMug could buy y'all dinner on Saturday night?
That sounds like a marvelous idea. PM me the details and it will be done.
Does the offer covers Coronas as well as food? :slosh
Harry http://behret.smugmug.com/NANPA member How many photographers does it take to change a light bulb? 50. One to change the bulb, and forty-nine to say, "I could have done that better!"
Hi, all. Just joined the site. Loved it! I ran into this wonderful gem of a thread and was wondering what the current status of this "field trip" was?
I live in Miami and would love to drive up. Is there a cost to attend? Any hotel info yet or schedule?
Thanks
sent you a PM.
Harry http://behret.smugmug.com/NANPA member How many photographers does it take to change a light bulb? 50. One to change the bulb, and forty-nine to say, "I could have done that better!"
Just a few things for the folks going to the shoot. I was asked by someone what clothing would be right for the shoot.
I would pack some jeans and some shorts for the trip. The late mornings and early afternoons can get quite warm and you might want to have the option of wearing the cooler shorts on some days. I would also pack a light jacket as the evenings and the early morning can be a bit chilly. For foot ware I would recommend sneakers of comfortable walking shoes. Do not wear sandals or their like. The Viera Wetlands are the home to large numbers of fire ants. If you step on a fire ant hill in sandals walking will be very painful for the next few days.
For the Yankees who are coming down and who haven't seen the sun in a while I would recommend that they bring and use sun screen on the shoot. This is the sunshine state you know.
Lastly while the bug population is not that active this time of the year they are still out there. I would recommend that you bring some bug juice along also.
Harry http://behret.smugmug.com/NANPA member How many photographers does it take to change a light bulb? 50. One to change the bulb, and forty-nine to say, "I could have done that better!"
I am so tempted to drive down. I live up in Daytona Beach, just north of you Harryb. Maybe for next years shoot I'll have a real camera and will be able to drive down. Hell, I'm tempted to drive down just so I can put some faces with some names from here, and be among people who know what they are talking about!
Do the locations where you will be going charge? Even though I don't have a good camera I'dbe tempted to drive down during the day one time and come along to the locations just for the experience and thrill.
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Hi Y’all
I have just spoken to one of our local hotels and I can arrange a group deal with them for Merritt III. The hotel is the Baymont Inn in Melbourne. The location can’t be beat because it is right off of I-95 on Wickham Blvd. It’s a 5 minute drive to the Viera Wetlands and being close to I-95 will make it very easy to get to the other shooting locations. They serve a free continental breakfast (bagels, cereals, muffins, juice, coffee, waffles) in the AM. They have no restaurant in the hotel but there is a Burger King and a Crackerbarrel restaurant in the same area (you can walk there). Also in the immediate area (2-3 minute drive) you have a Pizza Uno, McDonalds, Bob Evans, and a Perkins Restaurant. There are also scads of other local restaurants and our local mall within easy driving distance of the hotel.
The rate is $118-$123/night for two doubles or one king size beds. I can get around 16 rooms. If we double up each participant would be paying around $60/night. I can probably get a cheaper rate if I start canvassing the motels on US-1 but the accommodations won’t be as convenient. When you factor in the additional driving times and gas the savings would be minimal. Before I put a hold on the rooms I would like to know what you all think. If your response is in the affirmative I will put a hold on the rooms on my credit card.
I also need your confirmation that you will attend and to know if you are willing to share a room and what dates you plan to attend.
Right now my count is 23 attendees. I will be making a post on the forum with this same info but I’m sending you this PM to be sure you get the info.
Once we settle the accommodations I will start working on making arrangements at some of the local restaurants for an evening meal where we can meet up and have dinner together at the end of a shooting day.
Here is the list of participants. if oyur name is on the list and you are not coming please let me know. If you want to come and your name isn't on the list please contact me ASAP.
DGRIN
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For those who are arriving at the Orlando airport here are the driving directions to the Baymont INN
Driving Directions from 1 Airport Blvd, Orlando, FL to 7200 George T Edwards Dr, Melbourne, FLAOL
1 Airport Blvd
Orlando, FL 32827-4328, US
7200 George T Edwards Dr
Melbourne, FL 32940-6608, US
Total Est. Time: 42 minutesTotal Est. Distance: 45.76 miles
1:Start out going NORTH on AIRPORT BLVD.0.3 milesMap
2:Take the SR-528-TOLL E exit- EXIT 1A- toward COCOA / KENNEDY
SPACE CENTER. 0.3 miles
3:Merge onto BEE LINE EXPY / FL-528 E (Portions toll).30.3miles
4:Merge onto I-95 S via EXIT 42A toward MIAMI. 14.1 miles
5:Take the CR-509 / WICKHAM ROAD exit- EXIT 191- toward
SATELLITE BEACH / PATRICK A.F.B. 0.2 miles
6:Turn RIGHT onto WICKHAM RD N. 0.1 miles
7:Turn RIGHT onto GEORGE T EDWARDS DR. 0.1 miles
8:End at 7200 George T Edwards Dr
Melbourne, FL 32940-6608,
Total Est. Time: 42 minutes Total Est. Distance: 45.76 miles
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How many photographers does it take to change a light bulb? 50. One to change the bulb, and forty-nine to say, "I could have done that better!"
I have finalized the arrangements with the Baymont Inn. At this point the follwing folks have communicated that they will need rooms at the Baymont:
Frank Wilson
David Mutter
Gordon Large
Mike McAtee
Harris Goldberg
Bob & Nan Hoge
Steve S.
Gary Chappel
Mike McCarthy
Michael Allen
Thomas Lott
Pathfinder & Nightingale
If you need a room and you name is not on the above list please contact me so I can increase the number of rooms on hold for us.
The rates are $118 for two double beds and $123 for a king size bed.
Reservations must be made by January 29, 2006 or we lose the rooms.
The local phone number of the Baymont is 321-242-9400. The toll free # is 1-877-BAYMONT. The group rate is under the name of HPB Photography. Please PM me when you make your reservation.
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How many photographers does it take to change a light bulb? 50. One to change the bulb, and forty-nine to say, "I could have done that better!"
I was driving by the Baymont Inn today and I noticed that they changed its name to La Quinta. I stopped in and I was told that only the name has been changed our group rate is ok and the phone #s are the same.
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How many photographers does it take to change a light bulb? 50. One to change the bulb, and forty-nine to say, "I could have done that better!"
I'm just posting the list of confirmed attendees so you know where we stand with this shoot.
Right now we have 25 folks confirmed. I'm considering capping the number at 30 because if we get too large it will be hard to accomodate a much larger group. As it stands now we will have to break up into 2 or 3 "teams" and shoot at different locations. If we tried to take 25 folks into the wetlands, for example, at one time we would probably scare off every bird in the place.
Anyhow heres the current list of attendees. the * means that they will be staying at the La Quinta
If you are considering coming now would be a good time to make your decision.
Nikon Café
1. Harry Behret
2. Gale Bizet
3. Kevin Scott
4. Frank Wilson*
5. David Mutter*
6. Mike McAtee*
7. Gordon Large*
8. Bob Hoge*
9. Nannette Hoge*
10. Kelly Hanlon
11. Harris Goldberg*
12. Catz
13. Gary Chappel*
14. Steve S. *
15. Dreuter
16. Thornton
17. Ched Bradley"
18. Phil Collyer *
19. Richard Fleet (Huskey8)
DGRIN
20. Michael Allen*
21. Klfailla
22. Mike McCarthy*
23. Thomas Lott*
24. Pathfinder*
25. Nightingale*
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not a Nikon owner so, you'll have to make room for an outcast :-)
Sounds like a load of fun. What could be better, 10 (?) nature photographers pointing their cameras at the same birds at the same time. lol It'll be enough to make a young chic cry. :-)
Thank you for the invite. I've kind of been out of the loop for a little while, this will give me a chance to get my hand / eye coordination going again.
Markjay (can I share here?) took this one yesterday
Canon AE1 - it was my first "real camera"
Canon 20D - no more film!
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I apologize to everyone for being out of touch for a while. My wife’s 91-year-old father collapsed on Christmas Eve and has been hospitalized ever since. He will not recover and should pass on sometime this week.
This has set back my planning for the shoot but I hope to get everything set up by the time you get down here.
You can help me out by PMing me the exact dates you plan to attend the shoot. This will enable me to organize teams (we will be too large of a group to be at some of the locations at the same time) and schedules. I also need the info to make reservations at some of the local restaurants.
I will also need some help from some of the local Florida folks to do some location scouting. I had planned to do most of this myself but that may not be possible right now. If the locals PM or e-mail me we can talk about the locations that I would like to scout out.
I’m looking forward to meeting you all.
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How many photographers does it take to change a light bulb? 50. One to change the bulb, and forty-nine to say, "I could have done that better!"
I hope all goes well for your shoot. I was hoping to attend as I was going to be in Florida in February but it is looking like I won't be there until later in the month. Good luck!
Lee
P.S. It is very nice to see something like this being hosted. I am sure that your time and effort are greatly appreciated. See if you can coax a few Coronas out of the attendents.
Hi Y'all,
I just finished making the necessary arrangements for our dining pleasure during the Merritt III shoot.
Monday 2/6 - There will be a BBQ at my house with the basic hot dogs,
hamburgers, soda, Coronas, salads, etc. If anyone has a
pizza jones we can have a pizza or two delivered also.
There is no charge all we ask is a pleasant demeanor and
that you pick up after yourself.
Tuesday 2/7 - Pizza Uno - very close to the La Quinta and the food won't
kill you.
Wednesday 2/8 - Chowders - A local seafood joint with landlubber
selections also. Its on US 1 and is right on the river
Thursday 2/9 - Durango's Steakhouse - pretty much what the name implies.
They also have salads & seafood for those who have issues
with red meat
Friday 2/10 - Charlie & Jakes - One of my favorites. A BBQ restaurant with
other choices for the BBQ impaired. Their ribs have been
voted Brevard's best for the last 4-5 years. They also are a
micro brewery with some really good brews.
Saturday 2/11 - Dixie Crossroads - A local institution best known for their
shrimp. They also have excellent steaks. They are
located very close to the Merritt Island NMR
Sunday 2/12 - Back to Chowders. Why? They had the date open.
All reservations are for 7:30 PM. Except for the BBQ at my place wich will run from 6PM-9PM.
If anybody has a problem with these arrangements please PM me. It won't change anything but you might feel better.
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Hi Y'all,
Its getting closer to the shoot. I am really looking forward to meeting y'all and doing some shooting together.
If you are staying at the LaQuinta (formerly the Byamont Inn) you must make your reservation before the 28th of this month. After that the hotel won't hold our rooms and we lose the group rate.
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Green with envy here in SC.
How much is a nice long shoot again?
Nah, my tax money has been approved, but equipment...........
How much again?????
ginger
The rooms at the LaQuinta are $118/night.
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ginger
Done....
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bitch, bitch, bitch
That's the Canon rate. The Nikon rate is much lower.
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I live in Miami and would love to drive up. Is there a cost to attend? Any hotel info yet or schedule?
Thanks
Hey Harry, I wonder if Dgrin & SmugMug could buy y'all dinner on Saturday night?
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That sounds like a marvelous idea. PM me the details and it will be done.
Does the offer covers Coronas as well as food? :slosh
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How many photographers does it take to change a light bulb? 50. One to change the bulb, and forty-nine to say, "I could have done that better!"
Just a few things for the folks going to the shoot. I was asked by someone what clothing would be right for the shoot.
I would pack some jeans and some shorts for the trip. The late mornings and early afternoons can get quite warm and you might want to have the option of wearing the cooler shorts on some days. I would also pack a light jacket as the evenings and the early morning can be a bit chilly. For foot ware I would recommend sneakers of comfortable walking shoes. Do not wear sandals or their like. The Viera Wetlands are the home to large numbers of fire ants. If you step on a fire ant hill in sandals walking will be very painful for the next few days.
For the Yankees who are coming down and who haven't seen the sun in a while I would recommend that they bring and use sun screen on the shoot. This is the sunshine state you know.
Lastly while the bug population is not that active this time of the year they are still out there. I would recommend that you bring some bug juice along also.
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Do the locations where you will be going charge? Even though I don't have a good camera I'dbe tempted to drive down during the day one time and come along to the locations just for the experience and thrill.