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Get snappy with the new BSAC Beach Snapper
BSAC Beach Snapper – the next activity short course to be introduced as part of the BSAC Kidz initiative – will be officially launched at the forthcoming ScubaFest Anglesey over the weekend of the 16th – 17th August.
BSAC clubs can access the training materials from Tuesday 12th August to enable members and parents to make the most of the remaining summer holidays and get their children out on the beach – and taking pictures.
Beach Snapper aims to introduce the basics of compact camera photography to youngsters and to enhance their knowledge, experience and appreciation of the beach and the marine environment. Beach Snapper is the perfect companion for BSAC Beachcomber, BSAC’s popular day activity which introduces children and young people to the wonders of the UK’s rock pools and coastal marine life.
At the end of the activity, participants should have an understanding of how to use some of the basic settings on a digital camera, how to pick interesting subjects for their photos and how to take a good picture. They also receive a BSAC Beach Snapper certificate.
There is no restriction on age. The target age group is 5-12 years but course content can be adapted for all age groups or individuals.
Any responsible adult with adequate knowledge about photography can lead this fun course. BSAC Beach Snapper could be delivered by parents or instructors while spending time with their children to create more family-friendly group activities while on dive trips. Leaders should be comfortable with and enjoy working with young people.
The participant’s course pack contains the Beach Snapper guide, a certificate and Leader Notes will also be included. Course packs are £3.50 each, postage free for five plus and available from the BSAC Shop from 12th August.
The two complementary activities are great fun and are a key part of BSAC Kidz, BSAC’s drive to support their clubs and members to engage more youngsters in the marine environment and to start them on the path to becoming snorkellers and future BSAC divers.
BSAC’s Chief Executive Mary Tetley said the addition of Beach Snapper supports BSAC’s commitment to bringing more families and young people into the club.
“Both BSAC Beachcomber and Beach Snapper can be delivered in a few hours or incorporated into a full-day beach activity. They are a great way for youngsters to have fun rummaging around rock pools while learning about the marine life – then taking home images of the wonderful things they have been able to find!”
You can book a place on BSAC Beachcomber and Beach Snapper at ScubaFest Anglesey here.
Beachcomber, followed by Beach Snapper will run between 10.30am and 12.30pm on the Saturday (16th August) and between 11.30am and 1.30pm (17th August). All sessions are free.
You can book your BSAC Beachcomber or Beach Snapper session at the BSAC information tent on the day (subject to availability) or alternatively you can pre-book your slot by emailing marketing@bsac.com.
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