advice

[jh]

I went to Venezuela that time of year a couple years ago and found the
butterflying in the cloud forests (Merida and LaMucuy) to be excellent.  The
rain wasn't too bad because it was early enough in the rainy season, but the
humidity can definitely be a problem for cameras.  I kept mine in a large
zip lock bag filled with moisture absorbent desiccant packs and had no
trouble.  I'm not sure how to get the packs, though - I got mine from a
friend who works for a local cable company.

You will need a flash for a lot of the forest photography, but in many
cases, butterflies being butterflies, you will find them out in the full
sun.  It's generally a good idea to use smaller roles of film (12-24 shots)
to allow you to switch back and forth between fast and slower film.

Incidentally, I also just cancelled a trip to India - a little too dicey
over there.

Good luck -

John

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Sent: Sunday, June 23, 2002 3:00 PM
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Subject: advice


Hi

I was going to the Indian Himalaya in two weeks time. The Kashmir situation
has meant a diversion. I'm now going to Venezuela in two weeks time. There
are a couple of questions, if anyone could help that would be great.

It is rainy season I believe, but still butterflies to be found I guess. I'm
visiting some rain/cloud forest, people say it is dark and very humid/wet.
Will this damage my camera? (A Canon EOS type), will I have to use faster
film, not my usual Velvia 50? Will I have to use a flash (don't like them
personally)? Anyone have knowledge of the country, and would like to glance
over my itinerary?

Any help would be great.

Simon

Simon Coombes
1 Park Street, Plymouth, PL3 4BL, UK
01752 607854

http://www.butterfly-guide.co.uk



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