The Naples Camera Club offers a broad range of meetings and activities during its seasonal sessions that run from November through April.  We also have activities and outings for those members who live or stay in the area year around.

The summer program is an evolving program and events are added as the summer progresses.  If you are not a club member, this is a great time to join.  Naples Camera Club has summer memberships available.  Please visit our Membership Pages for details.

Click on the event in the list below to be taken to that section of the schedule.

Additional Outings Being Planned - Check Back Often!

Naples Pub and Pier  April 26, 2024

We will meet at the Old Naples Pub for a bit to eat, then go to pier for shooting the sunset.  There is ample parking behind the pub, and it's an easy walk to the pier.  If you have a Collier Beach Pass or pay for parking if you don't, you can park at the Pier Parking area on 12th Avenue South.  The pier is still damaged from Hurricane Ian, but can still allow you to get fantastic shots.  

 Bob Kenedi "An HDR Etude"

 Bob Kenedi "Awaiting Sunset"

 Bob Kenedi "Day's End at the Pier"

 Bob Kenedi "Mastering the Gulf Waves"

 Gretchen Andersen "52 Frames Leading Lines-2"

 Gretchen Andersen "52 Frames Leading Lines-4"

 Gretchen Andersen "52 Frames Leading Lines-6"

 Jackie Hodes

 Jackie Hodes

 Jackie Hodes

 Jeff Jayson

 Jeff Jayson

 Jeff Jayson

 Wes Bloemker "Naples Pier Beach - Panoramic"

 Wes Bloemker "Red Sky at Night, Sailor's Delight"

 Wes Bloemker "The Day Is Done"

Gordon River Greenway Walk  May 10, 2024

We will meet on Friday, May 10th at 8:30am at the Gordon River Greenway in the northernmost parking area which is located on Golden Gate Parkway. The entrance is on the south side of GG Pkwy just east of Goodlette. 

Once parked, you’ll see a picnic area at the beginning of the trail. The entire trail is 2.5 miles, including boardwalk, asphalt and sitting areas with different views of the river and the nature preserve.

If interested, here’s a link to the Greenway – https://www.gordonrivergreenway.org/about-the-gordon-river-greenway/overview/

I hope we get another great group!

Jackie

We will meet at the North Parking area off of Golden Gate Parkway. 

Naples Botanical Gardens  Saturday, May 25, 2024

Free for members,   ~$25 for non members 

Members meet at 8:00 AM  Non-Members join us at 9:00.

Great opportunity to take images of Lilly’s, Orchids, Texture on walls, In Camera Motion of flowers 

Meet at the Fogg for late breakfast after the shoot

The Garden opens at 8:00 AM for members and 9:00 AM for nonmembers.

Purchase your tickets online before you go. Tickets cost ~$25 for non-members and are free for members.

If you are in the 9:00 group, I am assuming that we will be near the Lilly pad pond around that time.   My phone number is 701-740-4000. Text or call when you get there, and I will tell you where to meet up with us.

This is a great place to shoot flowers, try landscapes, Macro, Multiple exposure, ICM and reflections, Dave brings his 100 Macro lens, and a 100-400 with Flash which covers most of the items he shoots.

Let Dave know if you are coming. He uses this information to keep you up to date if conditions change.  I will keep you informed if that occurs. 

His email address is dmcfarlane22199@gmail.com  

Cell is 701-740-4000

Please let him know if your plans change and you can’t make it.

Photo outings are the best way to meet and enjoy the company of people who have the same passion for photography that we share. For those so inclined, we typically will stop for refreshments and a bite to eat before or after the event. 

After the event, please send Denis Gaudreault 4-6 of your best photos to gaud04@hotmail.com. When sending your images to Denis, please copy Wes Bloemker wabpro@gmail.com so he can update the website too.  He will prepare a slide show of all the photos submitted and we will show this at an NCC meeting.

Hope to see you there.

Baker Park   (To be rescheduled once weather cools down)

Baker Park is a beautiful 15-acre park located on the Gordon River, across the street from the Naples Dog Park at 100 Riverside Circle. The park is connected to the Greenway with the Blair Foundation bridge that crosses the Gordon River. The park opened in October of 2019 and is  named after Jay and Patty Baker.

The Baker Park Loop is a 1.3 mile  trail that features a beautiful view of the Gordon River.

Everblades Hockey   Wednesday, June 5, 2024

Admission $72  

2024 Kelly Cup Finals Game 3 - Florida Everblades vs. Kansas City Mavericks

Dave has permission to photograph from the seats and to clear security by going through the Media entrance on the far right of the arena.

Tickets are in the $72 range for lower bowl sections. Dave purchased a ticket behind the goalie in Section 106. There are still several good seats in the goalie area.

See the note from Adam Winslow who is in charge of group tickets.  Use this link to access tickets that have been discounted for us. We do have a discounted ticket option at www.bladestix.com/adam if you would like to buy a seat for the game and take photos from your actual seat, that would be ok.

Let Dave know if you want to go and we can meet up before the game

Music Walk Down Town Fort Myers   Friday, June 21, 2024

Parking $10     Admission Free  

Dinner at local restaurant, bring chairs to listen to the music, photos of street people, bands, sunset over river and iconic Downtown Fort Myers Neon.

We will meet at Capones restaurant at 5:00 . Have dinner then attend the Music walk festival. Dave is bringing a beach chair to set up and listen to the various musicians. He will also walk around and take photos of the street people that show up for this event.

Let Dave know if you are coming and he will try and reserve the right number of seats.

Milky Way,  Friday, June 28, 2024 (Weather Permitting)

Weather permitting, we plan to shoot the Milky Way from 9:30 pm to 11:30 pm at the Big Cypress National Preserve. We will need to limit the number of participants to ensure we are able to shoot in complete darkness.  Please contact Wes Bloemker at wabpro@gmail.com if you wish to attend.  

Big Cypress National Park is rated as a Bortle 2 for its dark sky classification.  A 2 is a Typical Truly Dark Sky.  The only sky that is darker is a Bortle 1.  We will plan an information Zoom call a few days ahead of time.  This Zoom session will explain some of the equipment basics and concepts used in Milky Way photography.

We will have a pre-meeting on Monday June 14 at 6:00.  This will be a Zoom meeting.  The agenda will discuss how to take Milky Way Photos and to answer questions.  

Conservancy,  Saturday, July 13, 2024

Address: 1495 Smith Preserve Way
              Naples, Florida 34102

The 21-acre Nature Center features a collection of indoor and outdoor exhibits and artifacts curated to showcase Southwest Florida’s unique ecosystem. The experience includes the newly renovated Susan and William Dalton Discovery Center with the new John & Carol Walter Discovery Wing, which features an invasive species and climate change galleries.

The Nature Center is listed as site #69 on the Great Florida Birding Trail and also boasts electric boat tours featuring live flora and fauna along the Gordon River; docent-led visitor programs on topics such as reptiles, birds of prey, oceans, and wildlife injury prevention; and a wildlife exhibit.

Admission cost is $17.95 and includes boat ride.  If you are a member of the Conservancy, admission is included in your membership.

Seagate Naples Florida Photo Shoot, Saturday, August 10, 2024    

Address: 100 Seagate Drive Smith Preserve Way
              Naples, Florida 34103

Our next gathering is specifically made for those folks who think a sunrise shoot is way too early.

We will meet at the Sea Gate area at 7:15 PM on Saturday August 10. Sunset is at 8:08. Seagate Park is located at 100 Seagate Dr, Naples Florida 34103. Parking is via a metered parking permit issued on site. It is about 5.8 miles north of the old Naples pilings. 

Dave hasn’t been there since Hurricane Ian , but there used to be a rock jetty that makes a nice foreground and he is hoping it's still there.

This is a perfect spot to try long exposure photography to smooth out the waves.  These techniques require a tripod and neutral density filters.

Sunsets during this time of the year can produce spectacular results when the clouds and humidity combine to form the perfect image. Sunsets are also a good spot for HDR photography. 

The same event will give portrait photographers a chance to practice exposing to the bright sunset and using a fill flash to illuminate a model.

Let Dave know if you plan on coming so I have a rough idea of who is going to show up. Email him at dmcfarrlane22199@gmail.com

If you have never been to a photoshoot outing, you will find it the perfect way to meet fellow photographers and ask questions. You will find the camaraderie fun and a friendly safe social outing.

Location: Big Cypress National Preserve

Time: 9:00 - 10:30 p.m.

Our prior Milky Way shoots were delayed due to rain and clouds.  August 30 was chosen as an alternative date.  If the skies are not clear, we will re-schedule for the next new moon phase.  Summer time in southwest Florida always poses a challenge to find a clear night.  We are committed to continue to schedule alternative dates.

We will meet at the designated spot in Big Cypress National Preserve at 9:00 p.m. on August 30.  The designated spot was in the presentation Wes provided during our Milky Way Zoom meeting.  

Let Wes know if you plan on coming so he has a rough idea of who is going to show up. Email him at wabpro@gmail.com

If you have never been to a photoshoot outing, you will find it the perfect way to meet fellow photographers and ask questions. You will find the camaraderie fun and a friendly safe social outing.

Naples Pier  Wednesday, September 11, 2024

Time: 6:00 p.m.

Location:  West end of 12^th Ave South Naples Florida 34103

We will meet at the South Side of Naples Pier at 6:00 PM Wednesday September 11

Sunset is at 7:35 with Golden hour at 7:00. 

This is an historic shoot as the complete Pier is no longer there. Let’s get those sunsets photos now, before it is rebuilt. Dave has been told the beach has been cleaned, but to be safe wear tennis shoes. 

Let Dave know if you are coming. He uses this information to keep you up to date if conditions change. 

Sunset is at 7:35 PM meeting at 6:00 provides time to shoot while the sun is going down. The Pier is located at the west end of 12^th Ave South Naples Florida 34103. Parking is via a metered parking permit issued across the street. We will meet you on the beach. Walk to the pier and exit on the left-hand side of the pier, facing the Gulf. 

This is a perfect spot to try long exposure photography to smooth out the waves and in camera motion to obtain an abstract look.  These techniques require a tripod and neutral density filters. Plus, the leading lines of the Pier always offers a good opportunity to try different looks.  Sunsets are also a good spot for HDR photography. 

Dave's email address is dmcfarlane22199@gmail.com  

His Cell is 701-740-4000

Photo outings interact are the best way to meet and enjoy the company of people who have the same passion for photography that we share. For those so inclined, we typically will stop for refreshments and a bite to eat before or after the event. We will look for a place that has outdoor seating.

After the event, send Denis Gaudreault 4-6 of your best photos to gaud04@hotmail.com. He will prepare a slide show of all the phots submitted and we will show this at an NCC meeting.

Let Dave know if you plan on coming so he has a rough idea of who is going to show up. Email him at dmcfarrlane22199@gmail.com

If you have never been to a photoshoot outing, you will find it the perfect way to meet fellow photographers and ask questions. You will find the camaraderie fun and a friendly safe social outing.

Milky Way Photo Shoot Naples Florida Photo Shoot, Friday, October 4, 2024

Location: Big Cypress National Preserve

Time: 8:30 - 10:30 p.m.

Our prior Milky Way shoots were delayed due to rain and clouds.  If the skies are not clear, we will re-schedule for the next new moon phase.  Summer time in southwest Florida always poses a challenge to find a clear night.  We are committed to continue to schedule alternative dates.

We will meet at the designated spot in Big Cypress National Preserve at 8:30 p.m. on October 4.  The designated spot was in the presentation Wes provided during our Milky Way Zoom meeting.  

Let Wes know if you plan on coming so he has a rough idea of who is going to show up. Email him at wabpro@gmail.com

If you have never been to a photoshoot outing, you will find it the perfect way to meet fellow photographers and ask questions. You will find the camaraderie fun and a friendly safe social outing.

Milky Way Photo Shoot Naples Florida Photo Shoot, Friday, November 1, 2024

Location: Big Cypress National Preserve

Time: 7:00 - 9:00 p.m.

Our prior Milky Way shoots were delayed due to rain and clouds.  If the skies are not clear, we will re-schedule for the next new moon phase.  Summer time in southwest Florida always poses a challenge to find a clear night.  We are committed to continue to schedule alternative dates.

We will meet at the designated spot in Big Cypress National Preserve at 7:00 p.m. on November 1.  The designated spot was in the presentation Wes provided during our Milky Way Zoom meeting.  

Let Wes know if you plan on coming so he has a rough idea of who is going to show up. Email him at wabpro@gmail.com

If you have never been to a photoshoot outing, you will find it the perfect way to meet fellow photographers and ask questions. You will find the camaraderie fun and a friendly safe social outing.