Safety Policy

By adding your name below to attend this Focus shoot you are agreeing to abide by the SAFETY POLICY FOR FOCUS SEASCAPE AND LANDSCAPE available on the Focus website https://focusphotographers.org/focus-safety-policy/
This Safety Policy is designed to promote the safety of all members of the Focus Seascape and Landscape Photography Inc Group (Focus) and outlines the responsibilities of members and event leaders.
Focus Photographers as a group advocates and promotes safe shooting practices. Please consider your personal safety and the safety of the group during your time spent on any Focus group outing.
By placing your name below you are stating that you have read and understood the Focus Safety Policy Document.


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  • North Shoot – Saturday 3rd October at Avalon Beach with Andrew Porter

    Avalon Beach and Pool Carpark behind Surf Club, Avalon, Australia

    Location Information Location features : *the last shoot before Daylight Saving* Beach, Pool and Rockshelf. Cool-shaped rocks around the pool. At this low tide there will be easy access onto the rockshelf. The pool lights can be a bit annoying until after first light. There is also a good view over the pool from the […]

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  • NORTH SHOOT – Saturday 10th October at North Mona Vale with Andrew Porter

    North Mona Vale

    Location Information Location features : Beach with isolated boulders in the surf which make good subjects. Large boulders further around the rockshelf are dramatic in a strong surf. Be aware of the in-coming tide. Hazards/Dangers : Some rock hopping required on this in-coming tide, depending on how far along the headland you intend to go. […]

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  • Central Coast Shoot – Saturday 10th October at Gravelly Beach with Ron Bonham

    Gravelly Beach

    Location Information Location features: Beach, Rockshelf Hazards/Dangers: Slippery surface, hidden holes, rogue waves Fitness requirements: Short walk of approximately 300 metres with a few small uneven surfaces Additional safety equipment: required Rock shoes and headlamp *Once you add your name to attend the shoot, please click on the link to Subscribe, this will enable you […]

  • Central Coast Shoot – Saturday 17th October at Jenny Dixons Beach with Warwick Davis

    Jenny Dixon Beach

    Location Information Location features: Beach and extensive rock shelf options. Hazards/Dangers: The usual seascape hazards i.e. slippery rocks and potential rogue waves. Fitness requirements?: Some fitness required as access is via a moderately long and steep set of stairs. Additional safety equipment required: Rock shoes and headlamp essential. *Once you add your name to attend […]

  • North Shoot – Saturday 17th October at Turimetta Beach with Graeme Gordon

    Turimetta Beach , Australia

    Location Information Location features : Beach, rock shelf / outcrops and the iconic Turimetta channel. Carvings on some large boulders. A rare opportunity to shoot with the legendary Graeme Gordon. Hazards/Dangers : The rockshelf can be slippery. This is a low tide but moderate swell. Fitness requirements? : Short downhill walk from the lookout to […]

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  • North Shoot – Saturday 24th October at Whale Beach with Mark Godfrey

    Whale Beach , Australia

    Location Information Location features : Beach, Rockshelf, Pool Hazards/Dangers : Rogue waves over rock shelf, probably some wading to get past the pool, depending on swell and wind and waves. Need to be watchful. Fitness requirements? : Short walk to the pool and then the rock shelf Additional safety equipment required : head torch/ flashlight, rock […]

    Free
  • Newcastle Shoot – Saturday, 24th October 2026 at Somersby Falls with Dave Baker

    Somersby Falls NSW, Australia

    Location Information: Somersby Falls Location features: Waterfalls, water flow, bush land settings, reflections and wildlife. Hazards/Dangers: Steep stairways, cliff tops, slippery rock shelves, deep holes/pools, slippery mossy surfaces Fitness requirements: Average to Moderate Additional safety equipment required: Covered shoes, anti slip waterproof /rock boots and Headlamps- insect repellent. Rain coats or umbrellas in case of […]

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  • Newcastle Shoot // Saturday 31st October at Susan Gilmore and Bar Beach, with Terina Vale

    Susan Gilmore Beach

    Location Information Location features: Large rock shelves and crevices’, headland, beach, walkway to ocean, view across Bar Beach to Merewether Beach. Hazards/Dangers: Rock shelves with holes (rock pools) and crashing waves across the jagged edges.  Possibility of slippery surfaces, rock boots a must. Rocks can fall from the clifftop. Aware of rising tide. Fitness requirements: […]

  • Central Coast Shoot – Saturday 31st Oct at Pearl Beach with Warwick Davis

    North Pearl Beach Coral Cresent, Pearl Beach, NSW, Australia

    Location Information Location features: Rock Shelf, Beach and views of Lion Island. Hazards/Dangers: Slippery rock shelf and waves. Fitness requirements: Short level walk across sand to shooting location. Additional safety equipment required: Head lamp and rock shoes. *Once you add your name to attend the shoot, please click on the link to Subscribe, this will […]

  • North Shoot // Saturday 31st October at Bungan Beach with Andrew Porter

    Bungan

    Location Information Location features : Beach and an extensive rock shelf at this low tide. This is a dark beach, with no artificial light. Just as nature intended. Expect very gentle conditions. Hazards/Dangers : Slippery rock shelf. Fitness requirements? : Steep walk down to the shore and along the beach. Allow 10 mins to get […]

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