If you are like me, an avid bird watcher, you get excited when news of an unusual bird in the area is posted. This kind of news most often causes…
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…
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 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…
Birds fascinate me, they really do. I have been around birds almost my entire life, in fact. I started raising them when I was about 9 years old and during…
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…
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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…
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 on the Bear River Migratory Bird…