Here are a few direct links that we recommend you explore. We have had satisfactory service and/or results from each of these organizations, companies, or entities. We know that you put your trust in us, so it is with confidence that we encourage you to contact any of these sites that might interest you.

PHOTOGRAPHY ORGANIZATIONS

• North American Nature Photography Association (NANPA)
  10200 W. 44th Avenue, Suite 304
  Wheat Ridge, CO 80033-2840
  Phone: (303) 422-8527
  This non-profit organization forms a strong alliance for photographers who are committed to photography of nature, the environment, and wildlife. Membership includes a bi-monthly newsletter and website resources in addition to other educational opportunities. (We are members.)



• American Society of Media Photographers (ASMP)
  150 N. Second Street
  Philadelphia, PA 19106
  Phone: (215) 451-2765
  ASMP is a national organization educating photographers, protecting their rights, and advocating fair prices and practices. It has chapters in 40 cities, states or regions. Most chapters are very active and offer great opportunties to collaborate and meet with fellow members. (We are members.)

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PHOTOGRAPHY SUPPLIERS AND MANUFACTURERS

• Hunt's Photo & Video
  100 Main Street
  Melrose, MA 02176
  Phone: (800) 924-8682 or (781) 662-6685
  Fax: (800) 336-3841 or (781) 662-0265
  Professional sales and service at competitive prices from a trained staff who knows photography. From cameras, lenses, digital imaging, studio and darkroom equipment, video equipment, tripods, camera bags, and more, Hunt's has it all--including GREAT film prices! Ask for a free catalog or ask for Gary to place your order.



• Wimberley
  974 Baker Lane
  Winchester, VA 22603
  Phone: (540) 665-2744
  If you have a long telephoto lens--and most serious amateurs and pros do--the Wimberley gimbal-type tripod heads need to be part of your gear. These specially designed heads mount to your own tripod (or ballhead and plate system, depending on the model) and "balance" those long, heavy lenses! Great for panning, following fast action, and ease of movement. A Wimberley head puts an end to heavy lenses that drop down on regular ball heads. Money-back guaranteed. Request a free brochure. Ask for Clay or David Wimberley.

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PHOTO LABS & SERVICES

• West Coast Imaging (WCI)
  49774 Road 426, Suite B
  Oakhurst, CA 93644
  PHONE: (559) 641-7338 or (800) 799-4576 (9 to 5 Pacific Time)
  FAX: (559)641-7880
  EMAIL: Info@WestCoastImaging.com
  
  This professional imaging company has worked with a variety of photographers since 1992, helping them to "go digital." From their website, you'll find links to find information about scans, prints and other services, as well as articles on digital imaging (READ ABOUT THE EXPERIENCE THAT JERRY JIVIDEN HAD WITH WCI). WCI not only offers the necessary tools for a photographer to join the digital revolution, but an aesthetic knowledge of photography that you'll notice with the first scan or print.
  
  As photographers with extensive experience in the field, WCI uses digital imaging because of what it offers us: exceptional sharpness and color accuracy; color prints more archival than any other well-known method available; black-and-white prints that rival and surpass those made in traditional darkrooms; and repeatability.



• Slide Service International
  123 E. Spring Street
  Columbus, OH 43215
  PHONE: (614) 461-1262
  FAX: (614) 461-5979
  
  For more than 20 years, SSI has been serving the needs of serious photographers as a full-service color lab--locally and for out-of-state photographers. Located in Central Ohio, SSI offers a wide range of products and services including: color negative process and printing; direct positive R3 printing; black & white process and printing; E6 processing and duplication services; and copy services and digital imaging.
  
  This is the lab that processes the majority of our transparencies, and SSI has been our lab for more than 10 years (so they've processed thousands upon thousands of our valuable stock photos). We are very pleased with their services and prices.
  
  You can either request plastic or cardboard mounts for your slides, and you can even ask for "Dip and Dunk" processing, like we do. For plastic mounts, SSI can consecutively number your mounts and print several lines of copyright info and/or your name and contact information upon request. What a time-saving service! SSI can also add graphics and/or text to your images and produce new title slides for presentations.
  
  For "out-of-towners," you may simply ship your film with instructions for processing and return shipping to SSI, along with your credit card information. SSI will take care of your order and ship it you...anywhere! This is great if you prefer shipping your film directly to the lab when you're traveling. You don't need to worry about keeping your film cool for extra days, protecting it from loss while traveling, and getting your film hand-checked at the airport if you're flying home from a photo trip. Just ship your exposed film to SSI and they'll take care of the rest!

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PHOTOGRAPHY INFORMATION AVAILABLE

• Nature Photographers Online Magazine, Inc.
  P.O. Box 1404
  Patchogue, NY 11772
  Phone: (631) 289-2369
  
  If you love nature photography and can't get enough, this online magazine is the next best thing to being outdoors. It features how-to articles and photos, galleries and opportunities for feedback. It's the perfect tool to brush up on your skills, learn new techniques, find more "hot spots," and share your comments and questions. Check it out.

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SOME OF OUR FAVORITE PLACES

• Hawley Mountain Guest Ranch
  P.O. Box 4
  McLeod, MT 59052
  Phone: (406) 932-5791
  
  This 160-acre, privately-owned ranch offers photographers and other guests a relaxing atmosphere in which to enjoy a beautiful vista view overlooking the Boulder River Valley. Featuring a quaint lodge and several cabins for guests, the ranch is nestled amid a million acres of the Absaroka-Beartooth Wilderness. Ahh…a nature photographer's paradise! (See our Workshops section for more information and available photo tour dates.

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