Photography
Wildlife Photography for Beginners at Ripon City Wetlands
Join Sean Jones Photography at Ripon City Wetlands Nature Reserve for this introductory workshop on wildlife photography.
This half day course will give you a basic understanding of how best to capture wildlife on camera. Your guide will talk you through composition, light, technique and using your equipment as you take in the wonderful surroundings of this thriving nature reserve.
Image credit: Sean Jones
What to bring/wear
Your own camera and equipment will be required for this workshop. You may also wish to bring binoculars.
This event takes place outside so brace yourself for the Yorkshire weather! We'd recommend sturdy and waterproof footwear.
Toilets and catering
There are no toilets at this nature reserve and no catering facilities. You're welcome to bring a drink and/or snack with you but please take your litter home with you.
Joining us on the day
Meet at the entrance to the nature reserve.
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Parking
The car park is open (November - February) 9:00am - 4:00pm or (March - October) 9:00am - 5:00pm. Parking is free for members of Yorkshire Wildlife Trust. We ask non-members for a donation.
You can access the nature reserve by foot via the canal towpath from dawn until dusk. When the car park is closed (out of hours and on race days) you can park in Littlethorpe village and access the nature reserve via Renton’s Bridge which crosses the canal (grid reference SE330 685) or on Boroughbridge Road before the bridge.
Directions
Please visit the reserve webpage for directions: Ripon City Wetlands | Yorkshire Wildlife Trust
If you're having difficulties with your booking, or you have more questions about the event, please don't hesitate to get in touch! You can email us at supporter.services@ywt.org.uk or drop us a call on 01904 659570.
Yorkshire Wildlife Trust is the only charity entirely dedicated to conserving, protecting and enhancing Yorkshire's wildlife and wild places. Find out more about what we do on our website and discover how you can support our work.
