Field trips are a great way for you to get out taking pictures. We all lead busy lives and sometimes put off our hobbies until we ’have time’. Our field trips give you an opportunity to work photography into your schedule. All the arrangements are made for you so you just need to register and show up. We choose locations and situations we think will be of interest to most members and try to provide a wide range of subjects. There are always several advanced members attending the trips who are very helpful if you need advice or have questions. Join us for a fun and easy-going experience photographing interesting and often unique subjects.
Click on the following icon to learn more about our Field Trip Program: 
Field trips are open to club members only and require registration. The registration form appears on the ‘details’ page sometime before the event, and when it does, a notice also appears on the Current News page.
The number of allowed participants varies with each field trip and is noted on the registration form. You are advised to register early to avoid disappointment. When you register you will be required to agree to and accept the following liability waiver:
Liability Waiver For Richmond Hill Camera Club (RHCC) Field Trips/ Outings and Workshops
I understand that membership in the Richmond Hill Camera Club provides me with opportunities to participate in activities that may involve elements of risk or danger that could result in loss or damage to my personal property, personal injury, or death. I acknowledge this risk and danger and accept sole personal responsibility for my personal property and my personal safety as well as any and all consequences resulting from my participation in any RHCC Field Trip, Outing, Special Interest Group or Workshop. I further agree to not hold the Richmond Hill Camera Club or any of its members responsible for any outcome, loss, injury, or liability from my participation in any Field Trip, Outing, Special Interest Group or Workshop organized by the RHCC. I further understand and accept that this liability waiver applies to any and all guests or participants which may be brought by me to any club event or activity and that I hereby undertake to advise my guests of this liability waiver and to obtain their acceptance of these terms. I further understand that I am responsible to ensure my guest’s safety and the safety of his/her equipment during any club event or activity.
I further agree to comply with all applicable Federal, Provincial and Municipal laws and regulations as well as the rules, restrictions, and policies of any place or organization visited while participating in any RHCC Field Trip, Outing, Special Interest Group or Workshop.
Acceptance
I have read the terms of this waiver and understand that by registering for a Richmond Hill Camera Club event (including Field Trips, Outings, Special Interest Groups or Workshops), I acknowledge and agree to the terms of this liability waiver and accept sole personal responsibility as stated in this waiver.
For those who would like to meet up with fellow club members during the week, a few midweek outings have been planned. We’re keeping them simple and fairly close to Richmond Hill to cut down on traveling time. Registration will not be necessary. However, if you’re planning on attending please send an email to so we’ll know who to expect. Also, the general waiver must be signed in order to attend.
Note: More midweek outings can always be added depending on the interest level.
Field Trip Tips from our Members
01 Winter Wardrobe for Photography
02 Photographing Raptors at the Raptor Conservancy
Coming:
List of Field Trips for Sep 2021 – Dec 2023:
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Sat Sep 18 2021 |
Field Trip Goodwood Kartways Race Event Photography Field TripThe racing starts in the late afternoon with the final races at night lit up with the stadium lights |
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Thu Sep 30 2021 |
Field Trip Nature Field Trip – Richmond Green Park (pond)There are often red-winged blackbirds, kingfishers, ducks, and gulls present. Many of the flowers in the beautiful park gardens are still in bloom. |
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Sun Oct 3 2021 |
Field Trip Halloween Haunt – Canada’s WonderlandThis is a great opportunity to practice your creative and night photography skills. |
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Sat Oct 23 2021 |
Field Trip Bird Kingdom and Butterfly Conservatory (Niagara Falls)Note: all payments will be collected at the location(s) |
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Wed Nov 24 2021 |
Field Trip Toronto Zoo Photo Walk Field TripRon Mantay is inviting RHCC members and guests to join him for a mid-week Photo Walk at the Toronto Zoo |
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Sun Mar 20 2022 |
Field Trip Toronto’s St. Patrick’s Day Parade – Event Photography Field Trip – Rain or Shine
It’s time to celebrate and experience the pent-up energy of the re-opening of Toronto from all our COVID protocol restrictions with the return of the St. Patrick’s Parade after a 2-year pandemic hiatus. |
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Mon Apr 25 2022 |
Field Trip Hamilton Waterfalls Field TripPhotograph some of the many waterfalls in Hamilton, Ontario. |
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Thu May 12 2022 |
Field Trip Colonel Sam Smith Park Photo WalkNature Photography / Videography |
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Thu May 19 2022 |
Field Trip Newfoundland RHCC – The Big TripOur big trip to Newfoundland now has a firm date! |
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Thu May 19 2022 |
Field Trip Flowers at the Farmer’s Market – Ontario Food Terminal – Early RisersWe will be photographing / videoing the buying and selling of fresh flowers and plants in the Farmers Market within the Ontario Food Terminal. |
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Sat May 28 2022 |
Field Trip Cranberry Marsh and Lynde Shores Conservation Area BirdingPhotography / Videography Category: Birding and Nature. Weather Dependent (or not): Light rain is OK |
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Fri Jun 10 2022 |
Field Trip Coffee Connoisseurs Rejoice – Barocco Coffee Company – Field TripWe will be able to capture the roasting, cooling, destoning, packaging, sealing, and labeling of whole coffee beans. |
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Sun Jul 10 2022 |
Field Trip Capturing Speed – Super Series Round 3 (Ontario Regionals Motorcycle Racing)All-day motorcycle racing event in Shannonville Ontario |
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Sat Jul 23 2022 |
Field Trip Goodwood Kartways – Trip 1 – CupKart Canada Briggs Championship Finale Race Event Photography / Video Field TripBarry Green has received special permission for Club members to be “INSIDE” the track while Go-Karts are racing at top speeds within feet of you while competing in the CupKart Canada Briggs Championship Finale. |
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Sun Jul 24 2022 |
Field Trip CANCELLED – Goodwood Kartways – Trip 2 – CupKart Canada Briggs Championship Finale Race Event Photography / Video Field TripTHIS TRIP HAS BEEN CANCELLED DUE TO INSUFFICIENT ATTENDANCE |
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Sat Sep 17 2022 |
Field Trip Toronto Tough Mudder Field TripThis field trip provides camera club members with the opportunity to capture some unique action photos and video clips of an entertaining event. |
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Thu Oct 13 2022 |
Field Trip Canadian Raptor ConservancyThe Birds of Prey in Flight Photography Session in Vittoria allows the photographer a unique opportunity to get up close and personal with a variety of birds of prey. |
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Mon Nov 14 2022 |
Field Trip Introduction to Lighting and Model Photography WorkshopEvenBeginner Strobe Lighting Workshop – Photograph a professional, published model in a restaurant setting. |
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Fri Dec 16 2022 |
Field Trip Industrial Photography / Videography Tour – Large Plastics Manufacturing Company in OrangevilleRHCC has been given special access to Hoffman Plastics, one of the larger Plastics Manufacturers in Ontario. |
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Fri Jan 27 2023 |
Field Trip Industrial Photography Field Trip – Candor IndustriesSpecialized Printed Circuit Board (PCB) Manufacturer, Toronto Photography / Videography Category: Industrial |
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Sat Feb 4 2023 |
Field Trip Richmond Hill’s Winter Carnival – Informal Field Trip – No Registration NecessaryThis is your opportunity to get outside, have some fun, enter the photo contest, and hopefully meet a few of your fellow club members in the crowd as you capture all the action at the Richmond Hill Winter Carnival. This informal field trip will give you an opportunity to capture images for next year’s (2023-2024) assigned category “People watching / people in their environment”. |
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Sat Mar 11 2023 |
Field Trip St. Patrick’s Organization’s Grand Marshal’s Ball Event Field TripThe Grand Marshal’s Ball (GMB) is a celebration in honour of VIP’s sponsors and parade float participants, where they will all be mingling with hors oeuvres, drinks, music, and dance. |
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Sun Mar 19 2023 |
Field Trip Toronto’s St. Patrick’s Day Parade – Event Photography Field Trip – Rain or ShineIn coordination with the Parade Organizers, we will be photographing the staging, the start, and various locations around the parade route to capture all the excitement, entertainment, and fun of the participants, floats, marching bands, and crowds lined along the parade route. |