The Friends Of Quarry Park

Our Volunteer Work Party took place on Friday 5th May. As well as our two DMBC Rangers we were joined by 16 volunteers, including local Councillors Glynis and Lee. Despite the intermittent rain showers, we had a very successful session and completed several tasks.

A team of volunteers headed to the woods to remove several overhanging tree branches from along the pathways as well as cutting back an overgrown hedge near the woods. A couple of the volunteers planted some more wildflower seeds, and the Rangers checked that the Orienteering posts were all present and correct. Our wonderful team of litter pickers set off around the park and collected 4 large bags of rubbish. We ended the session with refreshments and indulged in Coronation themed cakes baked by Debra. Great work by everyone once again. Judging for the Green Flag award took place recently, which seemed to go very well. There were some suggestions made regarding various tasks which would be beneficial, so we are keen to incorporate these into our plan. The team at DMBC did an amazing job before the judging took place by repairing the broken benches, handrails and sign boards. As usual, the work is ongoing and there is always something to do! We are very hopeful that we will retain the Green Flag for another year. The results will be announced in the coming months. Our Community planter is looking good at the moment, planted up in red, white and blue to celebrate the Coronation of King Charles lll. A date for the diary – our Annual General Meeting will take place at 7.30pm on Monday 5th June at The Flarepath, Dunsville. All welcome to attend

Work parties are usually held on the first Friday of each month, weather permitting. There is always plenty of work to be done, from litter picking, clearing paths and cutting back vegetation. Equipment is provided but please ensure you wear suitable clothing and footwear. The next events are scheduled for Friday 2nd June and Friday 7th July 10am – 12 noon, meet at the Green Flag.

Full details will be published on our Facebook page ‘Friends of Quarry Park’ or you can email us atthequarrypark@gmail.com or call us on 07546 595144.

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Thorne Camera Club

Now that spring is here, it is time for all photographers get out and about looking at nature progressing with new leaves and flowers appearing in gardens, parks and woods - get close up and see the fine details and take a nature shot. Look out for the insects warming up in the early sun making it relatively easier to photograph close up, see the full fascinating details of them and while doing so expand your enjoyment of macro photography.

The club was treated to an excellent presentation by Tom Marsh known in the photography world as 'The Flat Capped Photographer'. His talk asked 'What is Photography'? and covered an 'in depth' look at a number of images and the meaning behind them leaving the members food for thought on how and why they take the images they do. Our latest DPI Competition was judged by Ray Brammall from Doncaster Camera Club. Ray Brammall ARPS, DPAGB, APAGB and EFIAP a photographer with expertise in Street photography, Sport, Portraiture and landscapes gave a kindly and detailed critique on each entry giving all members ways to improve their images whether it was composition, over detailed backgrounds or unwanted highlights. Ray's final choice for the competition was:- Joint First Colin Jarvis with 'Dandelion Seed' and Jacki Greenwood with 'Fur Family' Joint Second Bill Mitchell with 'Looking for the Next Meal' and Terry Gunnill with 'Car Street' and Joint Third Steven Salmon with 'Water Droplets', Terry Gunnill with 'I'm Here' and Bill Mitchell with 'Quiet Time at Thorne Lock'.

The programme Highlights up to the summer break are:-

15th May Two cameras Out and About , Speakers - David and Sheila Coates

22nd May Social Evening

We welcome all who are interested in photography to join our club on Monday evenings at 7.30 pm at the Methodist Church Hall, King Street, Thorne. For further details please contact:-

Chair thornecc2022@gmail.com

Secretary horburyjune@gmail.com

Membership Sec.

Monty's Monthly Tip

tccmembership@gmx.co.uk

Do you use UV (Ultra-Violet) filters to protect your lens? There are arguments for and against their use, for instance they will protect the lens from sea spray, dust, sand when on the beach, finger marks, scratches and damage through dropping. The argument against is that it reduces the light to the sensor and reduces the resolution of the image especially if it is a poor filter and the guidance on the quality of filters is by experience and possibly not by price. There is no consensus on the use of UV filters but it may be wise take precautions for situations described above but otherwise it may be reasonable to dispense with the filter. Always fit a lens hood as is will provide additional protection should the camera be dropped.

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