If you're a bird watcher, much like myself, you probably enjoy learning new things about the birds we love to watch. One of the things I recently learned during a…
Last week, while photographing great blue herons standing on the ice at the Bear River Migratory Bird Refuge, I came across a scene that always makes me ask the question…
If you have visited the Bear River Migratory Bird Refuge during either spring or fall migration, you have most likely seen the swans on the refuge. The vast majority of…
As I sit here on the Bear River Migratory Bird Refuge, casually watching a rough-legged hawk perched on a no-parking sign seemingly scanning the marsh for prey, I began to…
Great blue herons offer some unique and interesting opportunities for bird watchers and photographers alike. In many areas, they are found year-round, making them a great bird to watch and…
Free Beginning Outdoor Photography Workshop Yes, you heard it correctly. Each year I put on a free outdoor photography workshop at the Bear River Migratory Bird Refuge headquarters in Brigham…
When I think of marsh wrens on the Bear River Migratory Bird Refuge I almost always think of spring. That is the time of year when they are busy building…
For us bird watchers, finding the first of the year of any species is a special moment. Personally, I am the most excited when I find the first of the…
Cinnamon Teal on the Bear River Migratory Bird Refuge Earlier this year, I spent some time photographing cinnamon teal on the Bear River Migratory Bird Refuge auto tour route. This…
Reflections of an American Avocet from the Bear River Migratory Bird Refuge When it comes to bird photography few birds peak my interest like the american avocet. I am fortunate…
Cinnamon Teal Have Been Plentiful This Spring On The Bear River Migratory Bird Refuge Cinnamon teal are one of the most beautiful ducks in nature in my opinion. The drakes…
Thousands Of Barn Swallows Have Returned To The Bear River Migratory Bird Refuge If you are like me, you love watching birds and you don't mind if they are common…
If there ever was a day built for pelicans, today was indeed the day. A firm but steady wind picked up as I arrived at the Bear River Migratory Bird…
Waking Up To A Flock Of White-Faced Ibis's A couple years ago, early one warm summer morning, I found my pasture inundated with a group of the most curious looking…
A faint series of low-toned whoots could be heard from far off in the distance. As the sound grew louder, I recognized it as the distinct call of the tundra…