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SUMMARY:Southern West Virginia Fall 2026
DESCRIPTION:  \nAutumn in Southern West Virginia\nPhoto Workshop\nby Irene Hinke-Sacilotto\n23-25 Oct 2026 \n \n  \n \nThis photo workshop celebrates Autumn in Southern West Virginia near the New River Gorge.  The program is designed for those with a basic knowledge of the operation of a 35 mm SLR digital or mirrorless camera with an interest in nature photography. Workshop emphasis is on improving photographic skills\, creativity\, and optimizing the use of your camera. The workshop includes an orientation PowerPoint program followed by photography in the field. Included is a critique/review of images from the weekend. Topics covered: 1) equipment selection and operation\, 2) composition\, creativity and perspective\, 3) metering and exposure\, 4) lighting\, 5) basic image manipulation and 6) locating\, approaching and photographing wildlife.  Beginning and advanced photographers welcome. Limit 6 participants. \nDetails & Schedule:\nThis is my fifth photo workshop in Southern West Virginia.  As always\, I will arrive in area\, several days prior to the program to scout locations and familiarize myself with current conditions.  The exact itinerary for the workshop will be based on my  findings during this time and on past experience.  The following will be discussed at the orientation meeting on Friday evening: departure times\, the planned itinerary\, potential subjects\, equipment needed\, safety concerns\, field ethics\, car pooling arrangements\, and other logistical details. \nPrior to dawn on Saturday\, we will depart the hotel to photograph sunrise and take advantage of the warm early morning light. The exact itinerary will be adjusted in accordance with the subject availability\, weather\, safety\, traffic\, park restrictions\, and the desires of the group. Car-pooling is encouraged.  \nWater cascading down the mountain-side.Sandstone Falls \nFriday  \n\n7:00-8:15 PM Orientation\n\nSaturday \n\nBabcock State Park\, New River Gorge Rim\, Sandstone Falls\, Hawks Nest\, & more.\nEvening – time to edit photos taken during the day.\n\nSunday \n\nGrandview & Sandstone Falls.\nMid-Day check-out\, finish editing of images\, and critique session reviewing weekend photos. (Ending at 2 PM)\n\nSee my blog for more info about the area and containing other images.  https://www.ospreyphoto.com/southern-west-virginia-photography/ \nNew River Gorge National River\nNestled in the mountains of Southern West Virginia\, near the town of Beckley\, is the New River Gorge National Park. The New River dates back more than 70 million years and is one of the oldest in North America. The land along the river is prized for its scenic\, recreational\, and cultural value and is protected by the 70\,000 acre National Park. Trails throughout the area lead to the rim of the canyon for a variety of views of the gorge. \nDeer crossing stream. \nRushing water \nNew River Gorge Bridge\nArching gracefully across the New River on Highway 19\, the New River Gorge Bridge is the longest single arch steel suspension bridge in the world and the second highest in the country. From the visitor center\, trails provide access to several overlooks from which you can photograph the bridge. \n\nSandstone falls shot from road in fog \nSandstone Falls\n\nSandstone Falls\nNot far from Beckley is Grandview\, a state park where there are high overlooks with views of the New River as it flows through a number of horseshoe curves. Early on fall mornings when there are abrupt changes in temperature overnight\, fog often blankets the valleys.  As the morning moves on\, it slowly lifts revealing ghostly silhouettes of the mountain ridges and the river below. Following the trail along the canyon rim to Turkey Spur Overlook\, you will find a number of scenic viewpoints where you can photograph. This park is one of the few places that I have seen a bobcat cross the road in front of me.  Down stream from Grandview\, the placid New River drops in elevation and becomes turbulent\, cascading over boulders and ledges at Sandstone Falls.  The river’s appearance varies from year to year dependent on rainfall but always offer photographers great photo opportunities.  Here we will experiment using slow shutter speeds to emphasize the motion of the water. \n\nBabcock State Park & Glade Creek Grist Mill\nNearby\, located in Babcock State Park is the famous Glade Creek Grist Mill\, one of my favorite photo destinations. The mill sits on a cascading creek surrounded by maples and other trees that turn crimson and gold in the fall and reflect in the water below.  From down stream\, you can photograph this rustic scene with huge boulders in the foreground. \nGlade Creek Grist Mill in Babcock State Park \nKanawha Falls \nOther parks and vantage points are nearby including Hawks Nest with its unique view of the New River Gorge. Farther down the road is Cathedral Falls\, just outside the town of Gualey Bridge. This small but delightful falls appears as a thin veil of water cascading down the hillside and splashing onto large boulders below.  If the afternoon sun is at the right angle\,  the water appear as if it was liquid gold with a rainbow appearing in the mist. Nearby is Kanawha falls on the other side of the town.  If time permits\, we may also visit the historic town of Thurmond with a restored train station and active railroad track running through the center of town. \nRailroad track running through the town of Thurmond. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  \nZooming lens for old railroad bridge \n\nPhoto Opportunities\nDuring the workshop\, we will explore the areas described\, hiking the trails looking for autumn color\, fall wildflowers\, cascading creeks\, colorful reflections\, picturesque overlooks\, historic settings and wildlife. Deer\, bear\, bobcat\, turkey\, grouse\, hawks\, & waterfowl can be found throughout the area. \nReflections in a pond. \nNOTES \nAlthough the terrain in this part of West Virginia is rugged\, the trails we will explore are only of moderate difficulty. Anyone can refrain from a particular activity if concerned. There will be other photo subjects nearby with easy access. \nThe itinerary will be adjusted in accordance with the weather\, safety\, traffic\, park regulations\, availability of subjects\, and the desires of the group. This weekend was selected because it often coincides with peak fall color at both Babcock State Park and the New River Gorge. \nFall color along canyon walls. \nPRICE – $ 1198 Single occupancy; $ 1078 Double occupancy\nDeposit – 50 % of total (Balance due 30 days prior to start of workshop).\nCost includes instruction\, park permits\, and 2 nights accommodations at the Quality Inn in Beckley.  Approximately a month before the workshop\, I will send a handout with info on what to bring\, photo tips\, optional field exercises\, etc.  Also included will be a questionnaire so I can be better prepared to address your needs. \nThe town of Beckley and the hotel are centrally located relative to our destinations in order to reduce drive time to photo sites.  So I can provide one-on-one assistance in the field\, the class is limited to 6 participants. \n \nCancellation Policy\nNotifications of cancellation must be in writing. \nThe following charges apply per person at the time I receive your written notification of cancellation: \n\nCancel up to 121 days prior to departure date – full refund.\n120 to 61 days prior to departure\, $125 administrative fee charged. ($35 admin fee for weekend workshops.)\n60 to 46 days prior to departure\, 50% of workshop or tour cost.\n45 days or less prior to departure – NO REFUND\n\nThe prediction of bad weather and medical circumstances or emergencies do not constitute grounds for exception to the cancellation policy. Therefore\, trip cancellation\, interruption\, & medical insurance is HIGHLY recommended. Travelers Insurance Company and others provide such policies at a reasonable rate. In the unlikely event that the trip is canceled due to insufficient enrollment\, your money will be refunded in full\, with the exception of expenses you personally incurred while preparing for the trip.
URL:https://www.ospreyphoto.com/event/southern-west-virginia-fall-2026/
LOCATION:New River Gorge\, Beckley WV\, WV\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fall,Nature Photography,Photo Workshop,West Virginia
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