Can Great Blue Herons Swim?
One of the most fascinating birds to watch in nature is, without any question, the great blue heron. Over the years, I have spent hundreds… Read More »Can Great Blue Herons Swim?
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Why Do Cattle Egrets Follow Cows?
In the birding world, there is a strange but interesting relationship in nature between bird and beast when it comes to cattle egrets and cows.… Read More »Why Do Cattle Egrets Follow Cows?
Bird Watching Update For The Bear River Migratory Bird Refuge-August
A couple of days ago, Friday to be exact, I took a drive out to the Bear River Migratory Bird Refuge auto tour route for… Read More »Bird Watching Update For The Bear River Migratory Bird Refuge-August
Patience Is The Key To Great Nature Photographs
A few years ago, while chasing a sunset with my camera, I was reminded of a valuable lesson I always teach in my Beginning Outdoor… Read More »Patience Is The Key To Great Nature Photographs
A Simple Tip For Unique Dragonfly Photographs
When it comes to dragonfly photography, I try to do things a little bit different than other photographers, at least whenever it’s possible, that is,… Read More »A Simple Tip For Unique Dragonfly Photographs
Free Nature Photography Class Coming To Farmington Bay WMA
Update: Workshop is postponed until further notice Some of my readers already know I put on a free Beginning Outdoor Photography Workshop on the Bear… Read More »Free Nature Photography Class Coming To Farmington Bay WMA
Bird Watching On The Bear River Migratory Bird Refuge In July
It’s been a hot summer here in Utah this year, so much so triple-digit temperatures seem to be the norm now. Today, despite the relentless… Read More »Bird Watching On The Bear River Migratory Bird Refuge In July
5 Simple Camera Settings For Great Bird Photos
One of the aspects of bird photography I like the most is helping other bird watchers learn how to take great photos of our feathered… Read More »5 Simple Camera Settings For Great Bird Photos
Take Time To Enjoy The Little Things Once In A While, Like The Clouds On A Hot Summer Day
If you were to ask around, many people would describe me as a photographer, maybe even an outdoor or, quite possibly, a full-blown nature photographer,… Read More »Take Time To Enjoy The Little Things Once In A While, Like The Clouds On A Hot Summer Day
Why Are Cows Currently Found On The Bear River Bird Refuge?
If you’ve visited the Bear River Migratory Bird Refuge auto tour route recently this summer, you have most likely noticed and are wondering why cows… Read More »Why Are Cows Currently Found On The Bear River Bird Refuge?
How Is The Drought Affecting Birding On The Bear River Migratory Bird Refuge?
Yesterday was a day of record in Utah, and not necessarily in a good way, either. Salt Lake City tied the all-time high temperature ever… Read More »How Is The Drought Affecting Birding On The Bear River Migratory Bird Refuge?
Why Do Bison Roll In The Dirt?
One of the reasons I buy the Utah State Park’s annual pass is to photograph the incredible amounts of nature and wildlife on Antelope Island… Read More »Why Do Bison Roll In The Dirt?
Memorial Day And A Tired Old House
If someone was to ask you what your first memory of Memorial Day was as a kid, what would you say? For me, one of… Read More »Memorial Day And A Tired Old House
Burrowing Owls On The Bear River Migratory Bird Refuge
For those of you that have read my recent post about photographing the burrowing owl, you might be interested in knowing there is a pair… Read More »Burrowing Owls On The Bear River Migratory Bird Refuge
Grebes With Babies On Their Backs
Without question, the number one request I have had this year is when the grebes on the Bear River Migratory Bird Refuge are available to… Read More »Grebes With Babies On Their Backs