Founded in 1920, Nature Friends LA is one of southern California's oldest outdoor hiking and recreation clubs. We are a private, non-profit organization and welcome hikers and nature enthusiasts of all ages and backgrounds to enjoy weekly jaunts in the San Gabriels, monthly gatherings at our rustic alpine clubhouse (built in 1924) in Sierra Madre, and occasional treks into the wild. We also maintain a hand-built log cabin (built 1937) on Mt. San Jacinto near Idylwild, which is open to official m …

SoCalPhotoAssoc is an organization of photographer from all levels. From the beginning amateur through the seasoned professional, the only requirement is PASSION. If you enjoy taking photographs on the weekends or make your entire living from photography, So Cal PPA has something to offer. From monthly events to quarterly image competitions with year end awards for Southern California Professional Photographer of the Year, Amateur Photographer of the Year, as well as Commercial, Illustrative, La …

For people interested in growing as a photographer while exploring and recording the amazing area we live in. We will select interesting locations to photograph. Meet-up there at a scheduled time and shoot our heads off. Trade ideas tips tricks and share our photos. It's a great way to get out and shoot and explore   How I got this group started   Photography is my touchstone in life.  While on Oahu I was introduced to the Meet-Up social system and was hooked.  It provided me with hours of creat …

I started this group so I can improve my photography and help others improve theirs as well. The best way to improve your photography is to take plenty of pictures and learn from each other’s mistakes and successes. Let's start off by meeting once a month sharing our thoughts and ideas about what makes a great photograph and how to make it our reality. We’ll pick a theme and set off to capture that theme in a photograph until our next meetup. When we meetup, we can share our photos and discuss h …

The beauty of Southern California awaits us! We live in a fabulously diverse and amazingly picturesque place, let's shoot it!  This photography group is for everyone - all levels of photographic experience welcome!  Bring your sense of adventure and exploration. Every month we will have a combination of hiking events (where stopping to smell the roses and then taking their photo will be encouraged) and photo specific events, from urban exploring to learning from the masters. Hiking & photo even …

… Various activities include stage and TV venues for science education purposes and trips exploring and learning about our cosmos, such as archaeological digs, tours of planetary facilities, nature photography and trips to geological/astronomical sites. Most activities are centered in the OC/LA and surrounding areas.    One Last Thing! The goal is for each event to be interesting and memorable for everyone.  Some events require reserving places for those who have RSVP'd or meeting at a specific …

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CLICK HERE TO DONATE: http://www.naturalist-for-you.org/donate.htm Your fun source for interpretive nature tours, including hiking, walking, wet 'n' wild, waterfalls, plant & wildlife identification, foraging, birding, photography, national forest access, boulder scrambling, exploring, backpacking, living history, outdoor music jams, & fitness.  Programs range from easy family-friendly through extremely challenging adult adventures. Day hikes through overnighters. Specializing in the 4 nati …

If you just purchased a new DSLR or have one that you want to learn how to use off Auto mode, we encourage you to join us in one of our various discuss and practice sessions. You don’t even need an SLR to come out and enjoy being out and about learning, discussing and sharing your thoughts on photography. If you have a cell phone .. you have a camera! You may even make a new friend or two while you are at one of the meetups! It’s been known to happen! Photography, new friends and fun … it happen …

Explore Southern California on guided photowalking tours. Whether you're a novice, amateur photographer, or just interested in history, you'll enjoy sightseeing with Photowalk SoCal.

The Photo Artist Network (PAN) offers photographers of all ability levels the opportunity to learn how to improve, share and market their photographic works of art.

ENERGIZED! Outdoor Adventures   Meet with friends who like Adventures, Social Activities, Dining Out and Travel. Have fun at adventures like urban exploration, rock climbing, scuba diving, hiking, sailing, fishing, auto racing, surfing, racquetball, kayaking, tennis, volleyball, fitness, skiing, travel, golfing, nature photography, sporting events, yoga, walking, museums, motorcycle riding, dirt bikes, mountain bikes, running, camping, bowling, skydiving, etc. We also participate in fun social a …

WE WILL SHOOT BEAUTIFUL MODELS IN VARIOUS GENRES; GLAMOR, FASHION, BEAUTY, BOUDOIR, FINE ART NUDE AND PIN-UP. TOGETHER, WE'LL EXPLORE SHOOTING WITH STOBES, CONSTANT AND IN NATURAL LIGHT CONDITIONS. SO IF YOU'RE PASSIONATE ABOUT PHOTOGRAPHY AND ENJOY EXCHANGING IDEAS WITH OTHER LIKE MINDED PHOTOGRAPHERS, YOU'VE COME TO THE RIGHT PLACE!!! AND REMEMBER, THIS GROUP IS FOR BOTH BEGINNING AND EXPERIENCE PHOTOGRAPHERS.  OUR GROUP WILL ALSO ASSIST ASPIRING AND ESTABLISHED MODELS TO BUILD AND ENHANCE POR …