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Virginia and Maryland REI Outdoor School

Introduction to Composition and Technique (Outing)

Join us outdoors in a beautiful location for a day of hands-on learning. Explore your camera and practice your compositional skills on this photographic field trip. Our instructors will explain how your camera works and offer instant feedback and pointers to make your images more interesting. Learn to observe the light and textures nature provides. Aperture, shutter speed and Rule of Thirds will be discussed and practiced. Begin to see beyond your primary subject so that every feature in the frame improves the image and draws the viewer’s attention into a vibrant and stimulating photograph. Photographers of all levels using film or digital cameras are encouraged to attend. This is the perfect complement to our in-store class.

* Advance registration is required. Call or visit any DC area REI to sign up.

Time:
9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Cost: Member: $50, Non-Member: $70

Where To Meet:

Meet at the location or REI store listed below. If the program meets at a location other than a REI store, a member of the Outdoor School staff will contact you to coordinate directions.

October 12th Fairfax REI
October 25th Baileys Crossroads REI
November 15th College Park REI
December 6th Timonium REI
January 25th Fairfax REI
February 21st Timonium REI

WHAT TO BRING:

Quick-dry shirt and hiking pants. If the forecast is for cool temperatures, bring along a fleece jacket or windproof shell too.
Water-resistant or waterproof jacket/anorak in case of rain.
Sturdy trail shoes or hiking boots, with moisture-wicking socks.
A water bottle, such as a bicycle style or Nalgene, filled with drinking water, juice, etc.
Sun protection (sunscreen and wide brim hats w/ retainers) and sunglasses with retainers.
Bag lunch and snacks.
Digital or film camera and tripod (if you have one), and laptop with batteries for instant downloads (weather permitting).
Your owner’s manual for your camera.
Binoculars. (optional)
A daypack to carry it all!

REI OUTDOOR SCHOOL PROVIDES:

Transportation between REI and trailhead, except when outing meets at venue.
All park entry fees for riders in the REI Outdoor School van.
Group medical supplies and area maps.

REI Outdoor School Cancellation Policy

To be courteous to all customers, we request you notify REI Outdoor School at least 48 hours prior to the trip if you intend to cancel; late cancellations will not be refunded. Class or Outing cancellations on the part of REI Outdoor School will be refunded in full, regardless of timeframe. Inclement weather does not necessarily cancel an event; REI Outdoor School will contact you in the event of a cancellation.

100% Satisfaction Guarantee

REI Outdoor School strives to provide the best outdoor education programs possible. Our 100% satisfaction guarantee ensures that our classes and outings at REI Outdoor School meet your high standards - or we will gladly offer your choice of a refund or a chance to re-take the class/outing.

Waitlists

In order to keep our instruction personable, space on our classes and outings is limited. If you are interested in an activity that has filled, we would be happy to place you on a waitlist for that event. If space opens, we will contact the list in the order you signed up, but we are unable to hold that spot if we're unable to speak with you directly. Providing us with your best contact information increases your chances of joining us.

Availability

Classes and outings are subject to change due to circumstances beyond our control. Should a program be cancelled or a rescheduled, all registered participants will be notified.