"Outdoor and Survival Skills for Nature Photographers" is a book dedicated to its readers who not only appreciate nature's beauty, but by capturing it on film, share that beauty with others.  The book goes beyond explaining how to use a camera and addresses situations and skills particular to photographing outdoors. It provides vital information to ensure that the photographer is equipped to handle what the environment challenges the photographer with. A successful nature photographer not only needs the right equipment, but must also know how to protect gear from dirt, weather and wear.
 

Included in the book are sections on:

  • Equipment - tripods and other supports, carrying bags, cases, vests, clothing for all seasons and miscellaneous gadgets.
  • Finding your subjects - zoos, botanical gardens, parks, refuges, your backyard, tours, workshops and utilizing local resources.
  • Getting close to your subjects - blinds, camouflage techniques, attracting your quarry (baits, calling and decoys) and how to recognize tracks and other signs.
  • Safety issues - bears, snakes, lightning, poisonous plants, insects, ice dangers, weather recognition, near drowning and† its prevention.
  • Survival skills - survival attitude and priorities, shelter, fire, water, food, signaling, visibility, orienteering and survival kits.
  • Medical emergencies - scene safety, victim assessment, bleeding, shock, broken bones, heat/cold emergencies, calling for help, recommended equipment and training.
  • Suggested reading and resources index.

 

 


Written and photographed by Ralph LaPlant and edited by Amy Sharpe, this book is available by contacting Amherst Media, 155 Rano Street, Suite #300, Buffalo, NY 14207, or at AmherstMedia.com, or 716/874-4462. The book can be ordered through amazon.com or barnesandnoble.com by doing an author search.  

Click on the button if you wish an autographed copy, please send $17.95 + $2.50 [Shipping & Handling] to:

Northwoods Images
1024 Sorenson Rd
Holyoke, MN 55749
 

A review of this book in the September, 2000 issue of "Outdoor Photographer" magazine states "Before you head out into the field, know all of the basics of wilderness safety for more successful, enjoyable photography experiences." Both Amy and I hope this book will help with that process.  

 

Ralph LaPlant 2007 ©

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