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    • 04/06/2024
    • 7:00 AM - 12:00 PM
    • Porters Creek Trailhead GSMNP
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    SANP Field Event

    Porters Creek Trail Wildflowers

    Saturday, April 6th , 2024

     

    Leader: Dale Potter   Phone:  (865)-773-8114      E-mail: dalepotter55@gmail.com

    Meeting place: Porters Creek Trailhead Great Smoky Mountains National Park

    Time:  7:00 am

    Registration available:  Beginning today 


    Description: Porters Creek trail is known for wildflowers in the spring.  There will be a variety during the spring.  We will see how many different varietys we can discover on this trip. It is about 4 miles out and back to from the trailhead to the campsite.  There is a waterfall and small cemetery along the way.   

    This is an early start for a reason.  It will be a busy day. It is important to get to the parking lot early.

      What to bring: any of the following that you wish to use

      • Macro lens if you have one
      • Close-up accessories such as extension rings, screw on close-up lens and teleconverters
      • Medium telephoto lenses
      • Polarizing filter
      • Reflectors and diffusers
      • Tripod

      Rain gear for yourself and a rain cover for your camera in case we have rain.


      Bring snacks and something to drink.  


      Walking required:

      The trail has some elevation but is considered easy by hiking standards. You can go at your pace. There is a footlog you will have to cross. You can go to the campground or stop at the waterfall or some other point that you want to turn around.

       

      Driving directions Use Google Maps and Google all four words Porters Creek Trail Trailhead.  

      • 04/07/2024
      • 6:45 AM - 11:30 AM
      • Cades Cove Ranger Kiosk
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      SANP Field Event

      Let's Check out Cades Cove

      Sunday April 7th, 2024


       

      Leader:  Dale Potter         Phone:  (865) 773-8114     E-mail: dalepotter55@gmail.com

      Meeting place: Cades Cove Ranger Kiosk, Great Smoky Mountains National Park

      Time: 6:45 am

      Registration available:  Beginning today


      Who knows what is going on in Cades Cove?  I don't.  It has been a while since I have been.  This will be an adventure of exploring.  We may find something worthwhile and we may just be walking and walking and walking. 


      You may want a wide angle lens, a tripod and macro lens, or a telephoto.  You will have a chance to be as creative as possible.


      Will we see birds, wildlife, insects?  Maybe.  Will we venture off the beaten path? Most definitely.  We might even venture where we have not been before.  Will bears be out? You never know.  

      We will be walking 3-5 miles or so through grass, weeds, and who knows what else. You might walk through water or wet grass.  Your feet may get wet. 


      We will enter the Loop Road when it opens and pick our adventure Saturday morning.


      Yes, the start time is before sunrise.  


      It is important that we meet at the parking area by the Kiosk, as we will need to take as few cars as possible into the Loop area.  Everyone will need to be open to carpooling. 

      Location Description:  

      Cades Cove Loop Road and various areas off the road.  Remember you will need a parking pass or carpool with someone that has a parking pass.  You can purchase daily passes at Cades Cove Kiosk area. The annual pass at vistor centers or online.


       

      What to bring:

      • Your favorite DSLR camera and lens. Extra batteries.
      • Bring appropriate weather gear.
      • Tripod might be useful .
      • Rain gear for yourself and a rain cover for your camera in case we have rain.

      Remember to dress for the weather and in layers if needed.  Waterproof foot gear might be useful with recent rain it could be muddy in some areas.


      Driving directions:  Cades Cove Ranger Kiosk, Great Smoky Mountains National Park


      Restrooms:  Cades Cove Picnic area and lots of other unisex options.


      How to Find Me: Red Jeep Wrangler

      • 04/20/2024
      • 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
      • Cosby, Tennessee
      • 0
      Join waitlist

      This workshop is full, but an additional workshop is being scheduled for April 23.  Registration for the April 23 workshop will be available beginning March 23.

      If you join the wait list for this workshop, payment is not required until space becomes available.

      SANP is proud to present, with the assistance of Roger Trentham, a Spring Wildflower workshop of the Smokies.  Roger is a nature and wildlife photographer in the Gatlinburg area.  Roger conducts numerous workshops throughout the year with national photographers in addition to his workshops. Roger has agreed to do this workshop for those registered with SANP.  Roger will be helping and offering instruction to those who need it at this workshop.


      Why Should You Attend Roger’s Workshop: You will have the opportunity to photograph wildflowers at Roger’s residence which has an outstanding variety of wildflowers that are in the Smokies.  For those of you who are not able or do not like to hike to get your photographs, this workshop is for you.  You will get the chance to see some native wildflowers that normally require one to hike to see. Roger is one of those fortunate that his property has a variety of flowers native to the Smokies.  This workshop is for those who would like to improve their ability to photograph wildflowers and other items of interest around Roger’s property.

      These are some of the flowers you may see on this workshop in their native habitat.No photo description available.

      For the Beginner, Intermediate, and Advanced Photographer: You will learn how to photograph wildflowers using your tripod, your macro lens, your diffusers and reflectors, and your flash.  If you do not have reflectors, there should be some available  for you to use.  There will be table with flowers set up for photography for those who prefer to avoid getting eye level on the ground with the flowers. You will have a chance to use focus stacking for your images. 

      May be an image of natureNo photo description available.What to Bring: Your camera, charged batteries, memory card, a lens from macro to general landscape lens, flash, reflectors, and a remote for your camera.  Bring your cellphone if you wish to experiment with the camera functions but do not expect instructions for the cellphone.

      Rules You Must Know: There is a minimum of six and a maximum of ten for this workshop.  There is no refund.  Guests are not allowed to accompany you to this workshop.  If this event is postponed due to the weather another date will be provided.  There are two different dates for this workshop.  Make sure you pick the date that you wish to attend before you register for the event. 

      Date and Time:  January 20, 2024. Directions and more information will be emailed to those who register for this event.  The event will officially start at 9:00 am.

      Snacks and Drinks:  Bring your choice.

      No photo description available.

      Location: To be provided to those registering by email.

      Registration is available until April 18th or all positions are taken.  Everyone who attends must register online, with no exceptions. Do not wait to register for this event as positions are limited and will not be exceeded.

      Registration fees: Members fee is $ 95 dollars. Non-members fee is $125 dollars which will include twelve months of membership in SANP.

      May be an image of natureThe variety of flowers will depend on the weather.  Any questions email me at dalepotter55@gmail.com

      No photo description available.No photo description available.

      All images are copyrighted by Roger Trentham and may not be used without his permission.

      May be an image of Indian paintbrush, buttercup and natureNo photo description available.May be an image of flower and natureNo photo description available.May be an image of balloon flower

      • 04/22/2024
      • 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
      • Cosby, Tennessee
      • 0
      Join waitlist

      This is workshop full, but an additional workshop is being scheduled for April 23.  Registration for the April 23 workshop will be available beginning March 23.

      If you join the wait list for this workshop, payment is not required until space becomes available.

      SANP is proud to present, with the assistance of Roger Trentham, a Spring Wildflower workshop of the Smokies.  Roger is a nature and wildlife photographer in the Gatlinburg area.  Roger conducts numerous workshops throughout the year with national photographers in addition to his workshops. Roger has agreed to do this workshop for those registered with SANP.  Roger will be helping and offering instruction to those who need it at this workshop.


      Why Should You Attend Roger’s Workshop: You will have the opportunity to photograph wildflowers at Roger’s residence which has an outstanding variety of wildflowers that are in the Smokies.  For those of you who are not able or do not like to hike to get your photographs, this workshop is for you.  You will get the chance to see some native wildflowers that normally require one to hike to see. Roger is one of those fortunate that his property has a variety of flowers native to the Smokies.  This workshop is for those who would like to improve their ability to photograph wildflowers and other items of interest around Roger’s property.

      These are some of the flowers you may see on this workshop in their native habitat.No photo description available.

      For the Beginner, Intermediate, and Advanced Photographer: You will learn how to photograph wildflowers using your tripod, your macro lens, your diffusers and reflectors, and your flash.  If you do not have reflectors, there should be some available  for you to use.  There will be table with flowers set up for photography for those who prefer to avoid getting eye level on the ground with the flowers. You will have a chance to use focus stacking for your images. 

      May be an image of natureNo photo description available.

      What to Bring: Your camera, charged batteries, memory card, a lens from macro to general landscape lens, flash, reflectors, and a remote for your camera.  Bring your cellphone if you wish to experiment with the camera functions but do not expect instructions for the cellphone.

      Rules You Must Know: There is a minimum of six and a maximum of ten for this workshop.  There is no refund. Guests are not allowed to accompany you to this workshop.  If this event is postponed due to the weather another date will be provided.  There are two different dates for this workshop.  Make sure you pick the date that you wish to attend before you register for the event.

      Date and Time:  January 22, 2024. Directions and more information will be emailed to those who register for this event.  The event will officially start at 9:00 am.

      Snacks and Drinks:  Bring your choice.

      No photo description available.

      Location: To be provided to those registering by email.

      Registration is available until April 18th or all positions are taken.  Everyone who attends must register online, with no exceptions. Do not wait to register for this event as positions are limited and will not be exceeded.

      Registration fees: Members fee is $ 95 dollars. Non-members fee is $125 dollars which will include twelve months of membership in SANP.

      May be an image of natureThe variety of flowers will depend on the weather.  Any questions email me at dalepotter55@gmail.com

      No photo description available.No photo description available.

      All images are copyrighted by Roger Trentham and may not be used without his permission.

      May be an image of Indian paintbrush, buttercup and natureNo photo description available.May be an image of flower and natureNo photo description available.May be an image of balloon flower

      • 04/23/2024
      • 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
      • Cosby, Tennessee
      • 4
      Register

      Spring Wildflowers of the Smokies Workshop #3 with Roger Trentham


      SANP is proud to present, with the assistance of Roger Trentham, a Spring Wildflower workshop of the Smokies.  Roger is a nature and wildlife photographer in the Gatlinburg area.  Roger conducts numerous workshops throughout the year with national photographers in addition to his workshops. Roger has agreed to do this workshop for those registered with SANP.  Roger will be helping and offering instruction to those who need it at this workshop.


      Why Should You Attend Roger’s Workshop: You will have the opportunity to photograph wildflowers at Roger’s residence which has an outstanding variety of wildflowers that are in the Smokies.  For those of you who are not able or do not like to hike to get your photographs, this workshop is for you.  You will get the chance to see some native wildflowers that normally require one to hike to see. Roger is one of those fortunate that his property has a variety of flowers native to the Smokies.  This workshop is for those who would like to improve their ability to photograph wildflowers and other items of interest around Roger’s property.

      These are some of the flowers you may see on this workshop in their native habitat.No photo description available.

      For the Beginner, Intermediate, and Advanced Photographer: You will learn how to photograph wildflowers using your tripod, your macro lens, your diffusers and reflectors, and your flash.  If you do not have reflectors, there should be some available  for you to use.  There will be table with flowers set up for photography for those who prefer to avoid getting eye level on the ground with the flowers. You will have a chance to use focus stacking for your images. 

      May be an image of natureNo photo description available.

      What to Bring: Your camera, charged batteries, memory card, a lens from macro to general landscape lens, flash, reflectors, and a remote for your camera.  Bring your cellphone if you wish to experiment with the camera functions but do not expect instructions for the cellphone.

      Rules You Must Know: There is a minimum of six and a maximum of ten for this workshop.  There is no refund. Guests are not allowed to accompany you to this workshop.  If this event is postponed due to the weather another date will be provided.

      Date and Time:  April 23, 2024. Directions and more information will be emailed to those who register for this event.  The event will officially start at 9:00 am.

      Snacks and Drinks:  Bring your choice.

      No photo description available.

      Location: To be provided to those registering by email.

      Registration is available until April 18th or all positions are taken.  Everyone who attends must register online, with no exceptions. Do not wait to register for this event as positions are limited and will not be exceeded.

      Registration fees: Members fee is $ 95 dollars. Non-members fee is $125 dollars which will include twelve months of membership in SANP.

      May be an image of natureThe variety of flowers will depend on the weather.  Any questions email me at dalepotter55@gmail.com

      No photo description available.No photo description available.

      All images are copyrighted by Roger Trentham and may not be used without his permission.

      May be an image of Indian paintbrush, buttercup and natureNo photo description available.May be an image of flower and natureNo photo description available.May be an image of balloon flower

      • 05/04/2024
      • 7:00 AM - 8:30 PM
      • The Gupton Wetlands located in TVA's Lakeshore Park, Harriman, TN.
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      Maximum Number of Participants (5 minimum for judging): No maximum.

      Purpose of this Challenge:   To create photographs of nature subjects at the Gupton Wetlands. Emphasis should be placed on showing the animals, plants, or scenics as the main subject. Photographs can be made at this location any time on 4 May 2024 between sunrise and sunset. Shorebirds, waterfowl, and herons and egrets are common at this site. A paved walking trail stretches .75 miles along the edge of the wetlands. Photographers can also walk a mile along the power lines north of the paved trail. There are a number of websites listed when you search for Gupton Wetlands and they have additional information.

      Informative video: Ron Durant Photography and Outdoors - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JiOaDbu_-y

      Directions from Knoxville: Take I-40 west to Exit 350 (Pine Ridge Rd., Harriman). At the end of the exit ramp turn left onto Pine Ridge Rd. At the traffic light turn left onto Highway 70. In about ½ mile, just past the Wholesale Supply Group business, turn left onto Swan Pond Road. Stay on Swan Pond Road for about 2.8 miles and the “TVA Wetland Viewing Area” gravel parking lot is on the right. Swan Pond Road, Harriman, TN 37748. (Viewing a GPS map could be very helpful while trying to find the parking lot.)

      Challenge Procedure:  You must register for this challenge by 2 May 2024 if you want to submit images for judging. You will receive a registration confirmation. You may submit up to three images for judging, following the guidelines below for file naming, file size, and deadline. Before the images are posted to Zenfolio for judging, the Administrator will replace the Participant's name with an assigned Participant Number to help ensure image anonymity during the judging. If you have questions, contact Ron McConathy, mcconathy@aronsha.com.

      If a Participant wants his/her images displayed on Zenfolio but not judged, that can be stated in the email with the submissions.

      Note: Challenge image submissions will be posted (anonymously until after judging) in a Challenge Gallery on the SANP Zenfolio website accessible to the public; winners will be displayed on SANP social media, the SANP website, and in the SANP Newsletter.

      Equipment Specifications:

      • Camera: Any handheld type of camera is allowed. (Drones are allowed.)
      • Lens focal length: Only lens focal lengths from 12 to 500 mm may be used (35mm equivalent focal lengths). Macro lenses might be very useful.
      • Filters: Neutral density, polarizing, and closeup filters may be used.
      • Flash: On-camera or off-camera flash is allowed.
      • Tripod: Any tripod is allowed.
      • Cell Phone: Any cell phone is allowed.
      • Other: The photographer must get signed model releases from any people recognizable in a photograph.

      Photography Technique Specifications: Images MUST be made by the photographer using a camera. No AI generated images are allowed.

      Processing Technique Specifications: Images MUST be made by the photographer using a camera. No AI generated images are allowed.

      Entering Challenge Images for Judging

      Entries must be received by midnight, 11 May 2024. Participants may submit up to three JPEG digital image files (not over 4 MB each). The Participant’s copyright information and the image metadata must be embedded in the submitted image files.

      Send your entries to mcconathy@aronsha.com. Entries received late, too large, or not in the proper file name format will not be judged. If you want your images displayed on Zenfolio but not judged, state that when you submit the images.

      Name the digital files in the following format:

      SANPPC-202405-a-A_Photographer

      Where:

      • SANPPC stands for ‘SANP Photography Challenge’ (do not change this)
      • 202405 is the year and month (month is always two digits)
      • a is the participant’s first entry (b = second entry, c = third entry)
      • A_Photographer is the photographer’s first initial and last name

    Past events

    03/26/2024 Seeing the Forests and the Trees: Photography Through a Forester's Lens
    03/16/2024 River Bluff Trail Wildflowers at Norris
    02/27/2024 Lessons From the Forest “What Bears Have Taught and Continue Teaching Me.”
    01/30/2024 Annual Meeting, Massey Disginguished Award, and Jack Graham
    01/13/2024 CANCELED Sandhill Crane Field Event
    01/01/2024 February 2024 SANP Photo Challenge
    12/09/2023 Lightroom Classic by Dave Kelly
    11/17/2023 2023 SANP Salon and Banquet
    10/31/2023 October SANP Club 2023 Meeting
    10/01/2023 November 2023 SANP Photo Challenge - Members Only
    09/26/2023 September SANP Club 2023 Meeting
    09/09/2023 32nd Annual Cherokee Fall Festival
    08/29/2023 August Club 2023 Meeting
    08/05/2023 2023 August Photo Challenge - Members Only
    06/27/2023 June Meeting: How Judges View Images in a Contest
    06/25/2023 Upper Piney Falls, Lower Piney Falls & Stinging Fork Falls
    06/16/2023 Gregory Bald for the Azaleas
    06/10/2023 Intentional Camera Movement Field Event - Members Only
    06/04/2023 Ramsey Cascades Is Open, Let's Go
    05/28/2023 Cades Cove Morning Walk
    05/23/2023 May Club Meeting featuring Steve Zigler
    05/17/2023 TVA Wetlands and Whatever Is Out
    04/29/2023 Midnight Hole, The Cathedral, and Mouse Creek Falls
    04/25/2023 April Club Meeting featuring Sharon Wright Cottrell
    04/17/2023 PHOTOSHOP CREATIVITY Virtual Summit
    04/07/2023 Something Different in Cades Cove
    04/01/2023 2023 May Photo Challenge - Members Only
    03/30/2023 March Club Meeting
    03/26/2023 Seven Islands Birds and More
    03/05/2023 Cades Cove Spring Walk
    02/28/2023 February 2023 Club Meeting featuring Nye Simmons
    02/11/2023 February Photo Challenge - Members Only
    02/04/2023 Early Morning Sandhill Cranes at Hiwassee Wildlife Refuge Area
    01/21/2023 SANP Print Image Salon, Annual Meeting & 30th Anniversary Celebration
    12/17/2022 Sandhill Cranes at Hiwassee Wildlife Refuge Area
    11/29/2022 Nov Club Meeting featuring Cyndy B. Waters
    11/05/2022 November 2022 SANP Photo Challenge
    10/29/2022 Indian Flat Waterfalls GSMNP
    10/25/2022 October 2022 Meeting - Kendall Chiles
    10/15/2022 Cades Cove Early Morning
    10/08/2022 Oconaluftee Elk in the Evening
    10/08/2022 Cataloochee Elk in Early Morning
    10/03/2022 DIY Mat and Print Assembly
    09/27/2022 September Club Meeting - Featuring Ken Jenkins
    08/30/2022 August 2022 Club Meeting
    08/24/2022 How to Assemble Prints For Salon
    08/20/2022 Heritage Center Greenway Powerhouse Trail
    08/13/2022 Bears, Birds and Butterflies
    08/07/2022 August Photo Challenge
    07/26/2022 July Meeting - Speaker Steve Zigler
    07/23/2022 Kyker Bottoms Adventure With Bob
    07/16/2022 Birds, Flowers, Frogs and More
    07/10/2022 Flowers of Cades Cove
    07/04/2022 Sunflowers, Birds, Caterpillars, & Bees
    07/02/2022 Heritage Center Greenway Powerhouse Trail
    06/28/2022 June 2022 Club Meeting
    06/25/2022 UPDATED Carvers Gap to Grassy Ridge Bald by the AT
    05/31/2022 May Club Meeting
    05/30/2022 Cades Cove Memorial Day
    05/29/2022 TVA Wetlands and Whatever You May Find
    05/28/2022 Rhododendron Creek Trail Cascades
    05/07/2022 May Photo Challenge
    04/29/2022 Florida Bird Trip
    04/26/2022 Meeting April 26 at 7 PM, featuring Sharon Wright Cottrell
    04/23/2022 Cades Cove Before Repaving II
    04/16/2022 Wildflowers at Frozen Head
    04/09/2022 Wildflowers at Frozen Head -- cancelled
    04/02/2022 Porters Creek Trail Wildflowers
    03/26/2022 Cades Cove in the Spring
    03/22/2022 Club Meeting Event
    03/19/2022 TVA Wetlands and Whatever You May Find In March
    03/05/2022 Eagles at Douglas Dam
    03/05/2022 Heritage Center Greenway Powerhouse Trail
    02/27/2022 Eagles at Douglas Dam CANCELED
    02/26/2022 Cades Cove Pre-Spring
    02/22/2022 February Club Meeting
    02/05/2022 February Photo Challenge
    01/25/2022 January 2022 Meeting
    01/10/2022 2022 Digital Image Salon Entries
    12/31/2021 Sunset with Sandhill Cranes at Hiwassee Wildlife Refuge
    12/26/2021 Sandhill Cranes at Hiwassee Wildlife Refuge Area
    11/23/2021 November Club Meeting
    10/26/2021 October Club Meeting with Ron McConathy
    10/23/2021 Rhododendron Creek Trail Cascades in the Fall
    10/13/2021 Focus Stacking Workshop--take 3
    10/02/2021 Cataloochee, Elk, Palmer Chapel and Old Homes
    09/30/2021 Focus Stacking Workshop--take 2
    09/28/2021 September Meeting with Kendall Chiles
    09/26/2021 Elk and a Sunset
    09/23/2021 Hatfield Knob Elk Viewing Tower
    09/11/2021 Sunrise from Clingmans Dome
    08/31/2021 August Meeting with Roger Trentham
    08/28/2021 Cades Cove Early Morning Visit
    08/14/2021 Heritage Center Greenway Powerhouse Trail
    08/07/2021 Sunrise from Clingmans Dome
    07/31/2021 TVA Wetlands and Whatever You May Find
    07/28/2021 Focus Stacking Workshop
    07/27/2021 July Meeting with Mike Matthews
    07/24/2021 Dragon Flies, Bees and Flowers,etc
    07/17/2021 Sunflowers, Birds, Caterpillars, & Bees
    07/09/2021 Milky Way Photography - Foothills Parkway
    06/29/2021 June Meeting with David Swindler
    06/19/2021 Rhododendron Creek Trail Cascades
    06/12/2021 Lost Creek Falls, Fall Creek Falls plus, Twin Falls
    05/25/2021 May Meeting with Darrell Gulin, a Canon Explorer's of Light
    05/15/2021 Indian Flat Waterfalls GSMNP
    05/08/2021 2 in 1, Sunrise at Luftee and Mingus Mill
    05/01/2021 Mouse Creek Falls and Midnight Hole Waterfalls
    04/27/2021 April 27 Meeting: Interpretive Photography In America’s National Parks
    04/25/2021 Potluck Wildflowers
    04/18/2021 Frozen Head Wildflowers
    04/10/2021 Night Skyscapes Photography
    03/30/2021 March 30 Meeting with Richard Bernabe
    03/06/2021 What to do in March? Sunrise
    02/23/2021 February 2021 Meeting--2021 Salon Reveal
    02/20/2021 Little Pigeon River in Black & White
    01/26/2021 January 26 Meeting Features Adam Jones
    01/23/2021 Sandhill Cranes at Hiwassee Wildlife Refuge Area
    11/24/2020 SANP November Zoom Meeting with Tony Sweet
    10/31/2020 Sunrise and Fall Foliage Event - Missing Link, Foothills Parkway, GSMNP
    10/27/2020 October Club Meeting - Tim Grey Presentation: Workflow Tips for Lightroom Classic and Photoshop
    10/24/2020 Morning on the Foothills Parkway and GSMNP
    09/29/2020 September 29 Club Meeting
    08/25/2020 August 25 Club Meeting

    Contacts:     Jerry Whaley, President       Julie Glibbery, Membership Manager       General Information

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