Every spring, I look forward to the arrival of the American woodcock. They are among the first migratory birds to return to Maine in early spring. I can usually expect to witness the arrival of this fascinating bird during the last week of March or the first weeks of April. My first experience of learning […]
Getting to Know Landscape & Travel Photographer and Adobe Certified Expert David Marx
Today’s interview comes from the great state of Montana. After receiving an education in photography, landscape and travel photographer, David Marx turned his passion for learning into a successful teaching career. David’s photographic journey has led him on the path to offering in-depth training for photographers of all skill levels. I’m excited to share, not […]
An Interview with Photographer Louise Morris
I recently had the pleasure of interviewing Louise Morris, an extraordinarily talented photographer who resides in the Midlands, located in the UK. With her love of spending time outdoors with her camera, Louise finds inspiration for her work with careful observations of nature and wildlife. Through Louise’s point of view, she allows us to gain […]
Attending the Annual Western Maine Audubon Warbler Walk in West Farmington, Maine
All of the rain we have been experiencing this spring sure has been for the birds! In keeping up with the spring season, we decided to attend this year’s annual warbler walk sponsored by the Western Maine Audubon chapter. While living in Connecticut, I had gone on a bird walk given by the Audubon Society. […]
Visiting the Spring Mountains National Recreation Area, Also Known as Mt. Charleston in Clark County, Nevada
The Spring Mountains National Recreation Area is part of the Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest. This area is better known to locals as the Mount Charleston Wilderness Area and is located thirty-five miles northwest of downtown Las Vegas, Nevada. In forty-five minutes, visitors can escape to the mountains and enjoy cooler weather and panoramic views that provide […]
Identifying the Pine Warbler
For the past three years, I have had a pine warbler Setophaga pinus show up at the feeders at the end of April, almost to the day. At first glance, these birds can be mistaken for American goldfinches Spinus tristis, or other types of warblers. This pine warbler is a male and will only stay […]