Eastern Idaho Photographic Society

06/17/2026

June Informal Field Trip (Please let us know if you want any of these switched to coordinated field trips. July's at the end of the email.)

Rigby Stampede Days
Friday & Saturday, June 19-20
Gates open 5:30pm, Mutton Bustin starts at 7:00pm, Rodeo Starts at 7:30pm.
Rigby Rodeo Grounds
Bring: Camera; Telephoto Lenses; Tripod & Remote (optional); outdoor essentials shoes, hats, jackets, etc
https://cityofrigby.gov/june-19-20-rigby-stampede-days/

July Third Wednesday: Critique/Photo Share Meeting
The meeting will be in-person and online on Google Meets if requested.
Time:
7:30 p.m.
Location:
Bridge Club Building, 1421 Benton Street in Idaho Falls (please contact us the day before the meeting if you are interested in having it online)
Bring:
Theme: Red, White, or Blue
2-3 photos of the theme or your personal choice on a thumb drive or by email (please send them no later than 8 p.m. on Tuesday)
Ideas and dates for the activity meeting in the future.
Note:
These can be photos you just want to share or photos that you would like to receive feedback on.

July Informal Field Trips

Melaleuca Freedom Celebration
Time:
Roughly 10:00 pm
Date:
Saturday, July 4
Location: Snake River Landing or on the pathway near South Tourist Park (2800 S Yellowstone Hwy, Idaho Falls)
Additional Information:
www.freedomcelebration.com
https://digital-photography-school.com/how-to-photograph-fireworks/

Teton Valley Balloon Rally
Time:
Gates open at 5:30 a.m.
Dates:
July 2-5
Location:
Teton County Fairgrounds in Driggs, ID
Additional Information:
Admission cost http://tetonvalleyballoonrally.org/how-to-attend.html

East Idaho Renaissance Faire
Time:
Friday 2-8 p.m.
Saturday 10 a.m. - 8 p.m.
Dates:
July 10-25
Location: Krupp Scout Hollow just off Exit 325 (not at LaBelle Lake Resort)
688 N 4200 E, Rigby
Additional Information:
Admission cost www.idahorenaissancefaire.com/fair-info

Notes:
https://www.sfnpcc.org/blog/2015/1/21/tips-for-photographing-a-rodeo

RIGBY STAMPEDE DAYS 2026 IS ALMOST HERE! Join us June 19–20 as we celebrate America’s 250th Anniversary with a weekend packed full of hometown fun, western tradition, and community pride! 🎉 Stampede Days Highlights Include:🐑 Mutton Bustin’🐂 Casperson Mini Bulls🐴 Wells Barney Memori...

05/06/2026

May First Wednesday: Critique/Photo Share Meeting
The meeting will be in-person and online on Google Meets if requested.
Time:
7:30 p.m.
Location:
Bridge Club Building, 1421 Benton Street in Idaho Falls (please contact us the day before the meeting if you are interested in having it online)
Bring:
Earth, Fire, Wind, or Water
2-3 photos of the theme or your personal choice on a thumb drive or by email (please send them no later than 8 p.m. on Tuesday)
Ideas and dates for the activity meeting in the future.
Note:
These can be photos you just want to share or photos that you would like to receive feedback on.

Potential Field Trip
Field of Honor Memorial (1,000 American flags)
Date:
May 23-25
Location:
Russ Freeman Park
1290 Science Center D, IF
Hours:
https://fieldofhonor.net/event-volunteer/
Set up Flags – Friday, May 22, starting at 9:00 am, Russ Freeman Park.
Information Booth – May 23-25
10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Visitors Assistance – May 23 and 25 – 10:00 am to 8:00 pm.
Take Down Flags – Monday, May 25, starting at 3:30 pm.

Upcoming Informal Field Trip:
World Migratory Bird Day
Market Lake
May 17
https://www.facebook.com/events/646969938093640/

Citizens of and visitors to Idaho Falls, ID, on May 23-25, 2026 (Saturday through Monday) will experience an amazing display of patriotism with 1000 U.S. Flags flying atop 8-foot poles in perfect rows with the Snake River and Vietnam Memorial as magnificent backdrops.Called the Field of Honor Memori...

04/15/2026

April Third Wednesday: Critique/Photo Share Meeting
The meeting will be in-person and online on Google Meets if requested.
Time:
7:30 p.m.
Location:
Bridge Club Building, 1421 Benton Street in Idaho Falls (please contact us the day before the meeting if you are interested in having it online)
Theme:

Photographer's Choice
2-3 photos of the theme or your personal choice on a thumb drive
Ideas and dates for the activity meeting in the future.
Note:

These can be photos you just want to share or photos that you would like to receive feedback on.
Photo Opportunities:
Idaho Falls Zoo at Tautphaus Park Reopens
Thursday, April 16, 2026
9:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
https://www.idahofallsidaho.gov/758/Hours-Prices
Earth Day Celebration at the Idaho Falls Zoo at Tautphaus Park
Saturday, May 30, 2026
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
https://ifearthday.com/
World Migratory Bird Day
Market Lake
May 17
https://www.facebook.com/events/646969938093640/
Field of Honor Memorial with 1,000 American flags
Freeman Park
May 23-25
https://fieldofhonor.net/

View hours and admission prices for the Idaho Falls Zoo.

04/01/2026

April First Wednesday: Gravel Ponds & Market Lake
Time:
6:00 p.m.
Location:
Roberts Gravel Pond
https://maps.app.goo.gl/bbmMfEX8TKB5QcTS8
Bring:
Camera; Telephoto Lenses; Extra Batteries & Memory Cards, Tripod & Remote (optional); outdoor essentials shoes, hats, rain jacket, etc
Reference:
https://idfg.idaho.gov/d7/wma/market-lake
https://www.audubon.org/news/10-tips-photographing-birds

April Third Wednesday: Critique/Photo Share Meeting
The meeting will be in-person and online on Google Meets if requested.
Time:
7:30 p.m.
Location:
Bridge Club Building, 1421 Benton Street in Idaho Falls (please contact us the day before the meeting if you are interested in having it online)
Theme:
Green
2-3 photos of the theme or your personal choice on a thumb drive or by email (please send them no later than 8 p.m. on Tuesday)
Ideas and dates for the activity meeting in the future.
Note:
These can be photos you just want to share or photos that you would like to receive feedback on.

Upcoming Informal Field Trip:
World Migratory Bird Day
Market Lake
May 17
https://www.facebook.com/events/646969938093640/

★★★★☆ · Fishing pond

04/01/2026

Meeting tonight it is bird season. Meet at 6pm at the Roberts Gravel Pond. 2974 E 400 N, Roberts, ID 83444. We then move on to Market Lake.

03/19/2026

March Third Wednesday: Critique/Photo Share Meeting
The meeting will be in-person and online on Google Meets if requested.
Time:
7:30 p.m.
Location:
Bridge Club Building, 1421 Benton Street in Idaho Falls (please contact us the day before the meeting if you are interested in having it online)
Theme:
Green
2-3 photos of the theme or your personal choice on a thumb drive or by email (please send them no later than 8 p.m. on Tuesday)
Ideas and dates for the activity meeting in the future.
Note:
These can be photos you just want to share or photos that you would like to receive feedback on.

April Meetings:
TBA

01/21/2026

Jan. Third Wed. and Events

Jan. Third Wed. Critique/Photo Share Meeting

The meeting will be in-person and online on Google Meets if requested.
Time:
7:30 p.m.
Location:
Bridge Club Building, 1421 Benton Street in Idaho Falls (please contact us before an hour before the meeting if you are interested in having it online)
Time:
7:30 p.m.
Location:
Bridge Club Building, 1421 Benton Street in Idaho Falls (also online)
Theme:
Photographer’s Choice
Bring or Email:
2-3 photos of the theme or your personal choice on a thumb drive or by email no later than the day before the meeting.
Ideas and dates for the activity meeting in the future.
Note:
These can be photos you just want to share or photos that you would like to receive feedback on.

Local Events
Chariot Races
Official races cancelled
Next unofficial race Jan 31
https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=1309872261187493
https://www.facebook.com/wcccra

Banff Centre Mountain Film Festival
January 22, 23, & 24
Time: Lobby 6 pm and show 7 pm
"Annual presentation of films and documentaries about mountain culture, sports, environment and adventure & exploration"
https://www.idahofallsarts.org/calendar/banff-mountain-centre-film-festival-world-tour/
Video: www.banffcentre.ca/banffmountainfestival/tour

Lava Hot Springs Fire & Ice Winterfest
February 6-7
https://lavahotsprings.org/event/fire-ice/

American Dog Derby
February 20-21
https://americandogderby.com

Teton Valley Skijoring
February 21-22
https://tetonskijor.org/

01/07/2026

Jan. Meetings TBD & Events

Jan. First Wed: Cancelled

Jan. Meeting: TBD
Please let us know if you would like
A) mini potluck on the third Wednesday
B) a coordinated field trip to the chariot races in Rigby this Saturday
C) a Saturday coordinated field trip to Black Magic Canyon near Twin Falls if the unseasonably warm weather holds
D) light painting with steel wool

Upcoming Events/Informal Field Trips:
Please let us know if you want any of these switched to a coordinated field trip

Chariot Races in Rigby
2025-2026 race dates
Start time is 1 pm **weather permitting
11/29/25 -Rigby (cancelled due)
12/6/25- Rigby (cancelled)
12/20/25 -Rigby (held)
1/3/26 - Rigby (unknown)
1/10/26 - Rigby (New date & run by the City of Rigby instead of WCCRA)
1/17/26-Rigby
1/31/26 -Rigby
2/14/26 -Rigby
2/28/26 -Rigby
3/7-3/8 Cancelled?
https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=1309872261187493
https://www.facebook.com/wcccra

Banff Centre Mountain Film Festival
January 22, 23, & 24
Time: Lobby 6 pm and show 7 pm
"Annual presentation of films and documentaries about mountain culture, sports, environment and adventure & exploration"
https://www.idahofallsarts.org/calendar/banff-mountain-centre-film-festival-world-tour/
Video: www.banffcentre.ca/banffmountainfestival/tour

Lava Hot Springs Fire & Ice Winterfest
February 6-7
https://lavahotsprings.org/event/fire-ice/

American Dog Derby
February 20-21
https://americandogderby.com

https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=1309872261187493

12/03/2025

December: First Wed, Critique, Third Wed. No Meeting, & Changes to Upcoming Events

Dec. First Wednesday Critique/Photo Share Meeting
The meeting will be in-person and online on Google Meets if requested.
http://meet.google.com/mtt-vmyq-cxn
Time:
7:30 p.m.
Location:
Bridge Club Building, 1421 Benton Street in Idaho Falls (please contact us before an hour before the meeting if you are interested in having it online)
Time:
7:30 p.m.
Location:
Bridge Club Building, 1421 Benton Street in Idaho Falls (also online)
Theme:
Photographer’s Choice
Bring or Email:
2-3 photos of the theme or your personal choice on a thumb drive or by email no later than the day before the meeting.
Ideas and dates for the activity meeting in the future.
Note:
These can be photos you just want to share or photos that you would like to receive feedback on.
Dec. Third Wednesday
No meeting. Enjoy your holidays.

Informal Field Trips (let us know if these should be a coordinated field trip)
Geminids Meteor Shower
The Geminids are considered to be one of the most spectacular meteor showers of the year, with the possibility of sighting around 120 meteors per hour between Dec 13–14 depending on the time zone.
https://www.timeanddate.com/astronomy/meteor-shower/geminids.html

Chariot Races in Rigby
2025-2026 race dates
Start time is 1 pm **weather permitting
11/29/25 -Rigby (cancelled due to unexpected circumstances)
12/6/25- Rigby
12/20/25 -Rigby
1/3/26 -Rigby ACR KICK OFF
1/17/26-rigby
1/31/26 -Rigby
2/14/26 -Rigby
2/28/26 -Rigby
3/7-3/8 WORLDS
See updates at
https://www.facebook.com/wcccra/posts/797418316597966

Christmas River near Menan
https://thehauntedriver.com/the-christmas-river/

Check out our meteor shower animation to find out how, where, and when to see these shooting stars.