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The mission of TexNEP is to provide a forum for individuals interested in the field of nature photography and the environment, provide education, gather and disseminate information, and promote nature photography as an art form and medium of communication.

There will be no regular Thursday meeting for July.

TexNEP will be hosting it annual summer picnic this month. Check the program notes for information.

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2008 PROGRAM

January 17

VLF Wildlife Photo Contest

Information session on the upcoming contest

Pro, Amateur, and Youth are welcome

February 21

The Photographers Experience

A panel discussion of photographers that have contest experienced. They will discuss what it takes to set-up, work with land owners, and take a winning shot.

March 20

Exotic Photos in Your Own Backyard

Presented by Jess Merrill

Creating world class photography no matter where you are.

April 17

NANPA: North American Nature Photography Association

Presented by Ruth Hoyt

Discussion of the recent NANPA summit and tradeshow held February 27 in Destin, Florida.

May 15

Image Critique

Presented by TexNEP members

Image review and discussion of what might make your images more successful. Bring up to 5 images for review on a CD or slide.

June 19

Photo Opportunities at Estero Llano Grande State Park

Presented by Kyle O’Haver, Naturalist TP&W

Find out what is going on at the Valleys newest birding area.

July 19

TexNEP Annual Summer Picnic.

As is traditionally done, our summer picnic that will take place of the July regular meeting and field trip.

The picnic will be Saturday, July 19th starting at 4 PM and there will be no regular Thursday meeting.

Ruth will be hosting the event at her place in Linn-San Manuel. Bring your cameras and some of your great images to review.

See the field trip page for details.

We will be adding more 2008 programs soon.

Our members range from the professional to the newbie who are interested in nature photography. We welcome film and digital shooters. Meeting format each month features a guest speaker and a chance for members to share and discuss their images with others. Also each month a selected member will display images from one of their favorite places. Field trips are planned on the weekends after the Thursday meetings to one of the many Rio Grande Valley photo hotspots.

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