Submitted photoA photo by Jim Young, teacher of the photography class.

NETARTS Friends of Netarts Bay WEBS will offer a free course for emerging landscape and nature photographers 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday, June 25, in the Netarts Bay area. Participants must register for details.

Jim Young, a professional photographer and marine scientist, will teach the basics of photography and how to take a good image.

The course is part of the Explore Nature series of hikes, walks, paddles and outdoor adventures. Series events are hosted by a consortium of volunteer community and nonprofit organizations. They are meaningful nature-based experiences highlighting the beauty of Tillamook County and the work done to preserve and conserve the areas natural resources and natural resource-based economy, organizers said.

The class is limited to 10 people, who will need to bring their own cameras and be familiar with transferring photos to computers. WEBS will provide transportation to natural areas.

Donations for Netarts Bay WEBS are encouraged.

Contact Young at jimyoung4990@gmail.com, or call 503-842-2153 for more information.

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