THE FOX HIDE EXPERIENCE LONDON
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- čas přidán 13. 05. 2023
- Welcome to the final video on my recent trip to London. We look at how to photograph foxes at the Fox Hide Experience in Essex, London!
In this video, I'll take you through the steps to capturing amazing shots of these beautiful creatures in their natural habitat. I will show you how to set up your camera and equipment for the best results, and give you tips and tricks for framing and composing your shots.
I'll start with the basics of camera settings, including aperture, shutter speed, and ISO, and how to adjust them for different lighting conditions. I'll also discuss the importance of being creative, and how to position your camera for the best angles and perspectives.
Once at the fox hide I'll give you a tour of the area. You'll learn about the behaviour and habits of foxes, and how to spot them in the wild. I'll also explain the best ways to approach and photograph these elusive creatures without disturbing their natural behaviour.
Whether you're a seasoned wildlife photographer or just starting out, this video is the perfect resource for learning how to capture stunning images of foxes at the Fox Hide Experience in Essex, London. So grab your camera and join me for an unforgettable adventure in the wild!
You can book a session at the fox hide experience through the website below:
www.thefoxhideexperence.co.uk
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Kit Used:
Nikon Z9
Nikon 500mmf4G
Nikon FTZ Adapter 2
Gitzo Series 5 Tripod
Gitzo Fluid Gimbal Head
DJI Pocket 2
DJI Mic
GoPro Hero11 Black Edition
Keep up the great work, educating people about helping the wildlife of the UK is a must, it is about protecting for the future. 👍🙂
Thanks very much Phillip, appreciate your comment 👍🏻
Great video Dan love the images 👍👍
Thanks very much I really appreciate it 👍🏻
I have quite few in good nick in the field next door and yes I feed them as you say humans have pushed wildlife to beyond the limits, great video thank you 🙏
Thanks very much Jayne, I really appreciate. Keep feeding those lovely foxes 😊
Brilliant! 👍
Thanks very much 👍🏻
Lovely shots and videos. Been here lots of times and going again in a couple of weeks. It's a great place to see foxes and I always have a great time.
Thanks Debbie, I completely agree with you it’s incredible 👍🏻
Great video. I agree with your views on feeding the wildlife as long as it is done responsibly. Once you start, you owe it to the animals to continue. If you can't support that commitment, it isn't fair to start. Eventually, they will no longer be wild.
I 100% agree with you and I also know that despite the hides being open for 3/4 of the year Dave puts food out 360 days of the year regardless of whether there’s photographers there or not.
Thanks for your comment 👍🏻
That was cool! Congrats on almost doubling your subs in only 7 months! That's wonderful! You seem to have your formula right!
Thanks very much Jon, it’s thanks to people such as yourself who take the time to watch the videos. Have a great New Year mate 👍🏻
Smashing video Dan , I have been feeding garden birds fo over 50 years its such a joy . I took the back fence down about 5 years ago, a slope drops down to a burn via a strip of woodland, installed a few cameras picking up badger fox and local moggies, started putting peanuts on conservatory step and bingo, badgers feeding ever since . Still see badgers grubbing for worms on th woodland slope, it's magical, thanks for another wonderful video Dan , always look forward to seeing them 👍
Thanks for your comment Derek, sounds like you’ve got amazing wildlife on your back doorstep. Very lucky 👍🏻
Superb images , video and experience Dan, I totally agree Wildlife needs all the help it can get the Badgers near my house get a hand full of peanuts every night👍👍.
Cheers Laurence, thank you for your response and continued support mate 👍🏻
Dan once again a really great video, I agree 100% with your comments about feeding wildlife. Hide photography provides a safer option for the wildlife while limiting actual disruption to habitat, it’s a win win. The wildlife gets a small meal (nothing too much so they still have to hunt/scavenge) and the trade off is that you get a good photo without causing distress to the subject. Too many times do you hear stories about people disturbing vulnerable species like Long Eared Owls and Goshawks to get a photo at the expense of the subject. As always keep up the good content, looking forward to the next one 👍🏻
Thanks very much for your comment, your complete understanding and your continued support. Really appreciate it 👍🏻
My Sentiments exactly Dan,, been there myself, great set up..we Humans have a lot to answer for..
Thanks very much for your comment and support 👍🏻
Great video as always Dan and 100% correct with your comments about feeding wildlife. 😃👍
Cheers Ian, I have once again come under quite a lot of criticism about it. I’m glad people can see that it’s not just about‘getting the shot’.
Thanks for your continued support 👍🏻
@@danwillis_photography yes and unfair criticism at that. People just see it as a money making thing and don’t see how the setup is giving the foxes a chance with regular food supply to help feed them and their families. Off to Daisy Nook one day next week so looking forward to that 😃
@@ianwilsonwildlifephotography have a great trip Ian 👍🏻
outstanding
Thanks very much Andy 👍🏻
Hello Dan
de très belles images de renard, et je suis tout a fait d'accord avec toi pour le nourrissage les gens trouvent normal de nourrir les oiseaux du jardin mais pas les renards, rapaces et autres
merci beaucoup j'apprécie votre soutien continu 👍🏻
I’m there next week and I cannot wait. I’ve been wanting to go for over a year 🦊
It’s just awesome Sharon, I hope you have a wonderful time 👍🏻
@@danwillis_photography thanks Dan, I have no doubt it’ll be fantastic 😄
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Thank you 😊
Hi Dan, I love your video and images, absolutely superb 😍 I'm visiting in a couple of days for the first time... I hope Pops is doing ok!
Thanks very much Oliver, I hope you have a fantastic visit and please pass on my regards to Dave he is a top bloke and genuinely cares for those foxes 👍🏻
@@danwillis_photography You're welcome Dan. I had an amazing time . I passed your regards to Dave...Yes he does and so great to see that some people do care 😊 Thank you for your reply. I love watching your channel, Keep up the great work 👍
I have been to this location and Dave is a wonderful, lovely chap who is very friendly and a joy to meet. The foxes are very cute and there are 2 different areas of hides to use. I believe there is capacity for 4 people at this location at any one time. I enjoyed my time there i went back later on tge year and I would go again.
Thank you for your comment. I am pleased to hear that you had an equally fantastic experience there 👍🏻
I’d say this is you best film to date as much as I enjoy the Sparrowhawk film from Scotland. Was talking to a fella about this place when I was at Rutland. I’d say it’s out of the way but given the constant trips to Scotland I don’t think I can use that as an excuse.
Cheers Dave, really appreciate your comment and continued support. It’s a shorter distance than the Scottish Highlands and it’s worth combining with a trip to Richmond or Bushy park whilst you’re there mate 👍🏻
Brilliant Dan loved it, I agree with your views 100% we have pushed wildlife further and further away. Housing being built on greenfield sites, poisonous fly tipping I could go on and on. At least this way wildlife is still wild in its widest sense. Keep up the excellent videos.
Cheers John, you are clearly of the same mindset as me. Thanks for your continued support 👍🏻
I was there a few weeks ago. It is an awesome place to see foxes up close to photograph. I got some amazing pics. Will be going back again at some point.
Thanks for your comment Pete, it’s certainly a place I will keep going back to 👍🏻
Great venue this. I was there about a month ago wonderful experience. Great video Dan. Keep them coming
Thanks for your comment David, really appreciate it 👍🏻
Another great video Dan. I have often wondered about photographing Foxes so now you have given me a taste I need to find a hide, preferably in Yorkshire. Cheers
Thanks for the comment Ian. I’m certain that there are hides in Yorkshire that offer this. Let me know if you find one 👍🏻
Fantastic video and you have some fabulous photos well done 👍
Thanks very much Chris, appreciate it 👍🏻
Great video Dan. I put food out for the foxes and I feel the same, we put seed and other food out for the birds so why not feed other wildlife. Enjoy these creatures whilst they are still with us.
Thanks Stephen, couldn’t agree with you more 👍🏻
I did not know about this Fox hide. You’ve convinced me to make a visit.
Thanks Jonathan, you’ll have a great time I’m sure 👍🏻
Thanks for the great video and I look forward to visiting them.I am on the same page as you with keeping the fox population going.
Thanks very much Sean 👍🏻
Thank you for this video and great photos.
I think it is more sympathetic to feed the foxes than to hunt them excessively or to dig up the young foxes to eliminate them, as hunters do here in France.
Amicalement
Michel
Thanks very much Michel, I appreciate it 👍🏻
I'm with you Dan, nature needs our help. Farming, persecution, habitat loss, pollution & development has shrunk the environmental areas that the wildlife needs; & their populations are falling. Hunting still goes on in a major way too, which really disgusts me!
Another excellent vlog my friend, full of foxy facts too - great stuff.
To my mind, a little bit of 'supplementary feeding' isn't doing any harm. These animals will still hunt & feed themselves, they won't just live off a bit of chicken & a few eggs - they'll hunt rodents, bids, rabbits etc.
For the knockers, you hit the nail on the hesd with the comments on bird feeders/food - I've had that debate nany a-time!
Nice work Dan.
Keep on keeping on pal!
Best,
Nick
Cheers Nick, it’s just a part of creating videos I guess. Ultimately you are never going to please everyone which is why I suggested that people who had the viewpoint should probably not watch the video 🤷🏻♂️
Cheers for your continued support mate
I'm there in a few weeks Dan, so even more excited about my visit now! One quick question though... are there mounts in the hides for gimbals, or do I need to take a tripod with me?
Thanks Paul, you’re going to have a great experience I’m sure. No mounts so tripod is required 👍🏻
@@danwillis_photography Cheers Dan. I've had my eye on this trip since youir first visit!
I have no issues with this and would love to visit myself. The only crime in this video is referring to Essex as being in London 😂
😂😂😂 I’ll take that!!! Cheers Joe, your comment really made me giggle and to the people of Essex…… I apologise 👍🏻
@@danwillis_photography I'm from Essex originally haha
Did you put camo on the camera body or is it just reflections from the hide?
It’s a camouflage rubber case on the body 👍🏻
The fox didn't seem scared of you? The foxes i have seen just run away. =O/ Maybe its because my name is Bear in Swedish. LOL
I would imagine that a Bear would frighten a fox 😂
It certainly is a terrific place Dan. I've known Dave for years through a Nature Photography Group we both belong to and I made a promo video for "The Fox Hide Experience" - the link on Dave's website is currently broken but it can be seen here: czcams.com/video/2gNkHjdnrIM/video.htmlsi=UuXxoDUJAo0S4cw- 🤓
It is a terrific place for sure, thanks for sharing.