The ADKX Hosts an Adirondack Avian Walk in Long Lake in the Central Adirondacks
Attention all wildlife photographers, whether you're a professional or an amateur, the ADKX invites you to join Joan Collins, NYS Guide and President of Adirondack Avian Expeditions (and not the star of 80s classic “Dynasty”) and Brisbane Young, a wildlife photographer, on a half-day birding tour around the central Adirondack hamlet of Long Lake.
In the morning, participants will visit different excellent birding locations around town, where they can spot, listen to, and capture images of the local bird population. After that, tour members will head to the historic Adirondack Hotel to have lunch and relax in the afternoon.
Don't miss this opportunity to explore and photograph the beautiful wildlife of Long Lake with expert guides.
A few notes:
This experience requires traveling to and from various locations around Long Lake. ADKX will NOT be providing transportation. Participants are required to have access to a vehicle. Carpooling is encouraged.
This event is appropriate for amateur and expert wildlife photographers of all levels.
Participants are required to provide their own camera(s) and camera equipment.
This experience requires participants to spend several hours outdoors in cold temperatures and will require walking and hiking through wooded areas.
The organizers recommend winter hiking boots, hats, gloves, plenty of layers, and avoiding cotton.
Participants may wish to bring micro-spikes and trekking poles based on personal preference.
Cost: $50/ADKX member, $75/non-members.
Visit the ADKX website to register.
About the Guides:
Joan Collins is a passionate bird enthusiast who leads birding walks year-round in the Adirondacks. She is the President of Adirondack Avian Expeditions & Workshops, LLC, a licensed guide in New York, and an Adirondack 46er. Joan has served as President of the New York State Ornithological Association and Editor of New York Birders. She was a Board of Directors member of the Audubon Council of New York State for many years and is currently a Board of Directors member of the Northern New York Audubon Society. Joan writes the Birdwatch column for the Adirondack Explorer and has published numerous articles on wildlife and conservation in various publications, including Audubon, New York Birders, Conservationist, Adirondack Life Magazine, Adirondack Explorer, LOCALadk Magazine, and The Kingbird.
Brisbane Young’s journey into photography began 30 years ago with a Bellows Medium Format camera. His portfolio includes landscapes, wildlife, portraiture, and wedding photography. More recently, Brisbane has found a passion for birding and loves photographing raptors. Brisbane continues to utilize manual settings on his cameras to capture his images and enjoys teaching and sharing his techniques and ideas with fellow photographers.
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