Florida Scrub-jay – Finally!
Anyway, I returned to Scrub Ridge Trail last Saturday and I did see 5 or 6 Scrub-jays. This one was up in a tree, keeping watch on me. Probably one of the non-breeding members of the family.
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Catching up
Hello again, readers! I apologize for a somewhat lengthy post, but today I wanted to catch you up on photo related happenings over the last couple of weeks – so there are several topics worth mentioning. Circle B Bar Reserve A week ago (Saturday, 22 Jan), I returned to the Circle B Bar over in … Continue reading Catching up
Winter winged visitors
If you enjoy birding and / or bird photography, Central Florida offers many opportunities. The winter months especially can be quite rewarding. Insects and heat are much less of a bother, and many species that aren’t here year round, do visit. This allows us to expand our observation beyond the typical birds we see here. Also, with less vegetation cover, some smaller birds are easier to spot.
Sunrise and Wading Egret – Persistance Pays
Once again patience and persistence paid off for us and everyone in the group had a chance at some very good photos. I’ve also written here before about not putting your camera away until you’re back in the car. Yesterday was another example of this very important rule!
Sunrise, swamp, birds, gators
We’re really blessed in Central Florida with a large number of places that the photography or nature enthusiast can visit. The Photography Interest Group mad took another trip to Blackpoint Wildlife Drive yesterday. There was a lot to see.
Central Florida Bird Photography Scouting Report
It’s February and the birding / nesting season is moving into full swing in Central Florida. In the last three days I’ve been to four of our local birding hot spots. If you’re into birding or bird photography it’s time to get your gear out and get out there! Here’s a short status report on what’s happening at each of these sites.
My favorite photos of 2009
First, I want to wish all readers of this humble photo blog a very HAPPY NEW YEAR! Second, this year your devoted author has decided to join the growing tradition where photo blogs post a collection of their favorite photos from the year. To accomplish this, I’ve gone through the photos I made in 2009 … Continue reading My favorite photos of 2009
My Summer Vacation around Central Florida
My summer vacation – Day 1 : A visit to Wekiwa State Park and a solo canoe trip down the Wekiwa river where I attempt to paddle, navigate and make photographs, all at the same time, and where success is measured by returning without once falling overboard, with all the gear I left with, and … Continue reading My Summer Vacation around Central Florida
5 Photos in 45 minutes
I’ve been busy with other things and it’s been terribly hot here (and everywhere). So I haven’t been photographing much lately. I know summer isn’t the best time for wildlife but I really needed to scratch my photography itch. So I headed out one morning about a week ago toward Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge. … Continue reading 5 Photos in 45 minutes
Below the Bridge
The entrance to Lake Monroe Wayside Park is on the right hand side of Highway 17-92 as you leave Sanford heading east. It’s just before the bridge over the St. Johns River and there’s a boat ramp and some interesting views there. I hadn’t been in a while and decided to go last Friday. The … Continue reading Below the Bridge