About ASONP

The Alaska Society of Outdoor and Nature Photographers is an educational non-profit organization dedicated to promoting public education, self-improvement, and ethics in outdoor and nature photography. ASONP members participate in group photography trips, photo contests, lectures, slide shows, and discussions.

Additionally, ASONP publishes a monthly newsletter: ASONP's The Viewfinder. Meetings are held at 7PM, on the second Tuesday of the month at the Anchorage Museum at Rasmuson Center, 121 West 7th Avenue, Anchorage, Alaska. (Oct through May only) The public is welcome to attend.

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Calendar of Events

Meetings

As a general rule, ASONP meets the second Tuesday of each month, at 7:00 pm, October - May at the Anchorage Museum at Rasmuson Center, 121 West 7th Avenue, Anchorage, Alaska. Free and open to the public.

February 14, 2012, 7PM - Glenn Aronwits presents Fishing Bristol Bay; Photographs captured over the last four seasons during commercial drift net fishing for red salmon in Bristol Bay.

Other Events

February 3, 2012, 5-7PM, Doriola's, 510 W Tudor, STE 7 - First Friday Show: Julie Jessen, Cathy Hart, and Amber Johnson will be have Flowers and Fauna: Photography through Three Lenses will be up for the month of February. Light refreshments between 5 and 7 pm on February 3, a perfect quick stop after work! We hope to see you then!
February 3rd, 5-7:30PM, Midnight Sun Cafe, 245 W 5th Ave., #106, Anchorage (SW Corner of 5th Avenue Mall Parking Garage) - Another First Friday series, Kennecott and McCarthy Photography by Bill Heubner. Through the month of February, 2012.

Board of Directors

	President Julie Jessen 907.644.2075
	Vice President, alaskaWILD Ken Baehr 907.344.1865
	Secretary Robin Brandt 907.677.6007
	Treasurer Glenn Aronwits 907.230.6788
	Workshops and Club Trips Cathy Hart 907.337.1669
	Editor, The Viewfinder Georgia Bennett 907.440.4789
	Webmaster Alan Musy 907.244.4079
	Board Member Amber Johnson 907.244.2688
	Board Member John DeLapp 907.345.0802
	Board Member Jules Tileston 907.561.0540
	Board Member Lynn Wegener 907.344.3962
The ASONP board consists of 11 volunteer positions. Board meetings are generally held once a month October - May and are open to the public. Please contact the President for details.

Committees

alaskaWILD - Ken Baehr, Chair
Programs - Amber Johnson, Chair
Technology/Website - Alan Musy, Chair
Viewfinder - Georgia Bennett, Chair
Workshops/Club Trips - Cathy Hart, Chair

Principles of Ethical Photographic Practices

The Alaska Society of Outdoor and Nature Photographers (“ASONP”) believes that following these practices promotes the well being of the location, subject and photographer. Every place, natural formation, plant, animal, whether above or below water, is unique, and cumulative impacts occur over time. Therefore, one must always exercise good individual judgment. ASONP believes that these principles will encourage all who enjoy nature to do so in a way that best promotes good stewardship of the resource. These principles are modeled after those adopted by the North American Nature Photography Association (“NANPA”).

Environmental: Knowledge of Subject And Place

Learn patterns of animal behavior. Know when not to interfere with the animal’s life cycles.
Respect the routine needs of animals. Remember that others will attempt to photograph them too.
Use appropriate lenses to photograph wild animals. If an animal shows stress, move back and use a longer lens.
Acquaint yourself with and respect the fragility of the ecosystem. Stay on trails that are intended to lessen impact.

Social: Knowledge of Rules And Laws

When appropriate, inform managers or other authorities of your presence and purpose. Help minimize cumulative impacts and maintain safety.
Learn and follow the rules and laws of the location, whether public or private. Ignorance is never an excuse, nor are you exempt from the rules.
In the absence of management authority, use good judgment. Treat the wildlife, plants and places as if you were their guest.
Prepare yourself and your equipment for unexpected events. Avoid exposing yourself and others to preventable mishaps.

Individual: Expertise and Responsibilities

Treat others with consideration. Be sensitive to others already shooting in the area.
Tactfully inform others if you observe them engaging in inappropriate or harmful behavior. Many people unknowingly endanger themselves, animals or ecosystems.
Report inappropriate behavior to the proper authorities. Don’t argue with those who don’t care, just report them.
Be a good role model, both as a photographer and a citizen. Educate others by your actions; enhance their understanding.
Follow the NANPA Truth in Captioning guidelines. The principles of honesty and courtesy should extend to your business as well.

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