Next Meeting Information
Thursday, October 8th, 2026 – 6:30 PM
Meetings and programs are free and open to the public without obligation.
LOCATION: Meetings are held at the Old Carnegie Library Building at 5th & B Ave, 425 SW B Ave, Lawton. Enter through the “tunnel” on the Southeast corner of the building at ground level, near the bus stop. The gate is locked, so press the doorbell button. Someone will buzz open the lock so you can get in. For a photo of the building and entrance, click here
For more information, email: WichitaWildlight@gmail.com
PROGRAM:
“How to Build and Develop Backyard Bird Photo Opportunities” by David Strozdas. Join former state game warden and U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service special agent David Strozdas for an immersive presentation on mastering backyard bird photography. A seasoned survivalist who has spent a year alone in both jungle and desert environments, Strozdas brings a wealth of global field experience—from capturing hummingbirds and tropical wildlife in the Sierra Madres and Andes Mountains to tracking big game in South Africa. His award-winning photography has been featured in premier national and state publications, including Outdoor Oklahoma and Birder’s World. In this practical session, he will demonstrate how to build the ultimate backyard setup, sharing proven insider tips to entice birds into perfect, meaningful angles. Attendees will learn actionable techniques using winter-ready tricks, fruits, and seeds to inject vibrant color and dynamic life into their images during the bleakest months of the year.
2. PHOTO SHOW AND TELL: No regular Show and Tell this month.
3. PHOTOGRAPHY CHALLENGE:
If you’d like to participate in our 4th Challenge – Carnegie Library – please email 1 image (taken between 9/10 & 10/01), to WichitaWildlight@gmail.com no later than one week prior to the meeting. Don’t forget to include the title! Send your photo as .jpg files, if possible, and be sure to include the word CHALLENGE in the subject line—otherwise, we might miss your email!
The photo Challenge is “The Carnegie Library”.
Built in 1922, this historic building served as the public library until 1973 and was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1976. Today, it is home to Arts for All and our very own photography club. For this challenge, we invite you to explore and interpret this landmark through your lens. Show us the many ways our talented photographers see this space—through composition, lighting, architectural details, mood, color, and creative perspective. Celebrate the history, character, and spirit of this iconic building in your own unique way.
FOR MORE INFO, CLICK THIS LINK:
https://wichitawildlight.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/PHOT