A Squadron Of Pelicans
Each summer, thousands of American white pelicans migrate to northern Utah to breed on Gunnison Island, a remote piece of land situated in the far northern reaches of the Great…
The Long-billed Curlew
As spring slowly marches on and casually heads towards the dog days of summer, new bird species seem to be returning to the Bear River Migratory Bird Refuge auto tour…
The Burrowing Owl
One of the things I rather enjoy pertaining to blogging is the unique opportunities I get to meet fellow bird watchers while out in nature. Often during these brief but…
The Greater Sage Grouse
When it comes to mating rituals, the male greater sage grouse certainly lays claim to one of the strangest, yet most intriguing courtship dances in the bird world. If you've…
The Tundra Swan Migration Is In Full Swing
Over the past week, I have spent several full days on the Bear River Migratory Bird Refuge watching and photographing the migrating tundra swans. I can say with full confidence…
Yes, I’m A Birdwatcher, And Why You Should Be Too
I have been interested in birds since I was about 9 or 10 years old. Memories are still fresh in my mind of the very day my dad took me…
Tundra Swan Update For The Bear River Migratory Bird Refuge
Soon after I got up this morning, the sun began to peak through the heavy clouds, giving me the urge to go bird watching on the Bear River Migratory Bird…
Visiting The Farmington Bay Wildlife Management Area
If you live in or are visiting somewhere in northern Utah and you want to do some bird watching, or just get out in nature for a spell, there are…
Best Location For Viewing Winter Bald Eagles In Northern Utah
February might be considered the month of love for some folks, but for me, it means one thing, bald eagles. Utah is blessed to have a good population of these…
Top 10 Birding Hotspots In Utah
From white-tailed ptarmigan in the far northern Uintah mountain range to California condors in the far southwestern desert, Utah has a wide variety of bird watching opportunities for the avid…
Why Do Barn Swallows Dive At You?
If you have barn swallows in the yard each summer, you've probably experienced a time or two when they dive-bomb you as you walk around the house somewhere. It happened…
Wintering Bald Eagles In Utah
As a bird watcher and photographer, I look forward to the changing of the seasons. With each monthly flip of the calendar, new birding opportunities arise for anyone who's willing…
Rare Trumpeter Swans Migrate Into Northern Utah
One of the most majestic and beautiful birds in North America is, without question, the trumpeter swan. If you have ever seen one out in the wild, you know what…
What Birds Are At The Bear River Migratory Bird Refuge
Quietly nestled in Box Elder County, Utah, the Bear River Migratory Bird Refuge is nationally known for its offering of unique and oftentimes unforgettable experiences for birders. I know as…
The Great Horned Owl
For me, being a blogger doesn't come very easily. In fact, there are plenty of times when it is extremely taxing, especially when I struggle to find interesting ideas to…