How A Brown Pelican Kept Me From Giving Up On Blogging
I have been frustrated with blogging for a while now. This frustration comes from how the blogoshpere has seemingly evolved and changed into solely a money making endeavor over sharing…
Perched on a log, the brown pelican gave me a few moments to watch and photograph this unique sighting until it flew up the river out of sight again.
Rare Sighting: A Brown Pelican at the Bear River Migratory Bird Refuge
If you are like me, an avid birdwatcher, you get excited when news of an unusual bird in the area is posted. This kind of news most often causes me…
Photographing The American Avocet On The Bear River Migratory Bird Refuge
The American avocet is a summer staple for the avid bird watcher and photographer on the Bear River Migratory Bird Refuge. I can attest to that as well since a…
The very large wings of the american white pelican help it catch thermals to fly over the intimidating Promontory Mountain range.
Why do Birds Fly in Circles?
As a bird watcher, have you ever just sat and watched birds- I mean, really sit and observe birds doing the things that they do and be intrigued by it?…
Bald Eagle on the Bear River Migratory Bird Refuge. Photo by Jeff Strong Photography
2019 Eagle Day at the Bear River Migratory Bird Refuge
Bald eagles are a common sight on the Bear River Migratory Bird Refuge during the winter. Photo Jeff Strong Photography Bald eagles are a symbol of our nation's freedom and…
Bird Watching: the Rough-legged Hawk
Birds fascinate me; they really do. I've been around birds almost my entire life, starting with raising pigeons when I was about 9 years old, and during that same time,…
Great blue heron waiting for a fish on the Bear River Migratory Bird Refuge.
What Do Great Blue Herons Eat?
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…
Bird Watching: Tundra or trumpeter swan
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Bird Watching For Great Blue Herons
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…
It was the only marsh wren I was able to find today but it gave me a good look with the camera.
November Marsh Wrens On The Bear River Migratory Bird Refuge
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…
My first of the year rough-legged hawk sighting on the Bear River Migratory Bird Refuge.
The Rough-legged Hawks Have Once Again Returned to the Bear River Migratory Bird Refuge
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…
Drake cinnamon teal are a common summer sight on the Bear River Migratory Bird Refuge.
The Bear River Migratory Bird Refuge And A Look Back At Some Springtime Cinnamon Teal
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 On the Bear River Migratory Bird Refuge
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…
A drake cinnamon teal on the Bear River Migratory Bird Refuge.
Reflections Of A Drake Cinnamon Teal
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…
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The Return Of The Barn Swallow On The Bear River Migratory Bird Refuge Is A Great Time To Ponder
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…