Monday

Bird Photography in Viera Wetlands

The group enjoyed a guided tour with Ron R Bielefeld. There are few places that have a higher number of species readily accessible to the camera than Viera Wetlands. This is a great place for both the beginner and expert nature photographer to get excellent images of many species of birds, mammals, and reptiles. An early start is needed in order to catch the best light.

© Dawn Currie
"Ron is a wealth of information. As always I learned a lot and will be putting it into practice in the coming weeks." -Dawn Currie


© Katherine Babbitt
"It was wonderful! I can't wait to go again." -Katherine Babbitt


© Roger T. Sobkowiak
"Cold, cold and colder.....but a great place to take lots of bird photos. Easy to drive around the four ponds to find the right shooting angle. One just have to be patient and let the birds do their thing....and fire away." -Roger T. Sobkowiak


© Linda Leonard


© Boyd Fellows


Sunday

Winterfest "FIRE and ICE" at Pointe West

Heritage Park was transformed into a winter wonderland complete with 30 tons of SNOW! Hosted by Pointe West and the Indian River County Recreation Department, this year's "Fire & Ice" themed event features a snow slide, ice skating, a visit from Santa, Mrs. Claus & Rudolph, a spectacular grand finale fireworks display and much more.
© Boyd Fellows
"This is a great photo op every year, particularly if it doesn't rain." -Boyd Fellows


© Carolyn Shafer
"The weather was perfect, if a bit warm for the snow, but the fireworks were outstanding and well done.......next year I'm going to try a wider angle lens...." -Carolyn Shafer


© J. Scott Kelly


© J. Scott Kelly
"I agree with Carolyn, a bit to warm...would liked to have seen more people bundled up! Fireworks were MUCH BETTER this year. Carolyn and I found a good vantage point on the Northside of the pond!!" -J. Scott Kelly