Creating in Nature’s Studio: Sunset Paddle and Landscape Photography with the Hunter Museum

Join the Hunter Museum for a guided paddle beginning at Reflection Riding and photograph the beauty of the Tennessee River.

We are thrilled to collaborate with the Hunter Museum this summer and offer a series of programs to celebrate their new exhibit In Nature’s Studio: Two Centuries of American Landscape Painting that will deepen your understanding and connection to the artwork on display. 

Beginning at Reflection Riding, paddle into the sunset on a 4.5 mile round-trip canoe excursion and photograph the beauty of the Tennessee River.

We will meet at Reflection Riding at 7pm and gather for safety and paddle training before setting off in canoes. Paddling on calm waters, this canoe excursion is beginner-friendly and will be assisted by certified paddlers. Life jackets are provided and required for everyone.

Throughout the journey, we will stop along the river to learn about the ecology of the environment, snap some photos, and discuss artworks from the Hunter Museum’s current special exhibition In Nature’s Studio: Two Centuries of Landscape Painting. To take photographs, bring a personal camera or cell phone - waterproof bags are recommended to protect gear. We will return and disembark by 10pm. Guests are welcome to bring a light snack (no alcohol please).

Reflection Riding and Hunter Museum Members get a discount to programming. You must be 16 or older to participate. Participant or guardian must sign the release form that is sent upon registration in advance. Limited Spots available.

In Nature’s Studio is organized by the Reading Public Museum, Reading, Pennsylvania. Generously sponsored by Southeastern Trust Company. Marketing support provided by Chattanooga Tourism Company.

(This class is put on by the Hunter Museum which is a separate organization from Reflection Riding. Please direct questions about the class to the Hunter Museum at 423-267-0968 or email acausey@huntermuseum.org)