Mark your calendar — the Perseids hit their peak the night of August 12–13, and this year’s forecast is about as good as it gets: a new moon means no competing light in the sky, just meteors.
Join us at the Hiwassee Wildlife Refuge Observation Platform starting around 1:30 a.m. to capture the show. This is one of the best dark-sky spots in the area, and under a moonless night, the Perseids should really put on a display.
New to night photography? No problem. This field trip is beginner-friendly, and we’ve built in a warm-up session to make sure you’re ready: August 9 (afternoon) — Daytime location scouting and equipment familiarization. Exact time TBD based on weather. Come get comfortable with your gear before the late night!
August 12–13 (overnight) — The main event. Link-up at approximately 1:30 a.m. at the Hiwassee Wildlife Refuge Observation Platform.
What to bring:
A camera and tripod Interval-timer shooting capability, or a wired/wireless remote shutter release
A wide-angle lens if you have one (14–24mm or 10–14mm is ideal) — but bring what you’ve got, we’ll make it work
Headlamp with redlight capability
The primary shooting location is a short walk from the parking area. Details will be shared at the August 9th familiarization session.
Please RSVP by August 7th if you are coming to the warm-up or August 10th to communications@chattanoogaphoto.org. Be sure to include your cell phone number.
Additional trip details will be emailed to participants — keep an eye on your inbox!
Mark your calendar — the Perseids hit their peak the night of August 12–13, and this year’s forecast is about as good as it gets: a new moon means no competing light in the sky, just meteors.
Join us at the Hiwassee Wildlife Refuge Observation Platform starting around 1:30 a.m. to capture the show. This is one of the best dark-sky spots in the area, and under a moonless night, the Perseids should really put on a display.
New to night photography? No problem. This field trip is beginner-friendly, and we’ve built in a warm-up session to make sure you’re ready: August 9 (afternoon) — Daytime location scouting and equipment familiarization. Exact time TBD based on weather. Come get comfortable with your gear before the late night!
August 12–13 (overnight) — The main event. Link-up at approximately 1:30 a.m. at the Hiwassee Wildlife Refuge Observation Platform.
What to bring:
The primary shooting location is a short walk from the parking area. Details will be shared at the August 9th familiarization session.
Please RSVP by August 7th if you are coming to the warm-up or August 10th to communications@chattanoogaphoto.org. Be sure to include your cell phone number.
Additional trip details will be emailed to participants — keep an eye on your inbox!
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