Wrapping Up 13 Incredible Days at Black Mesa State Park

Ibis Flying Near Lake Carl Etling

Reflecting on 13 amazing days at Black Mesa State Park, capturing wildlife, using new gear, and ending on a bittersweet note with a final hike.

A Turkey-filled Morning at Black Mesa State Park

A Tom Turkey Feeding Through A Campsite at Black Mesa State Park

A surprise visit from wild turkeys at my campsite in Black Mesa State Park turned into an unexpected wildlife photography session on a windy, cloudy morning.

A Vulture, Hawks, and a Spooky Evening at Black Mesa State Park

Black Vulture On The Archaeological Canyon Rock Garden Loop Trail

A Turkey Vulture and Red-tailed Hawks made for an eerie yet exciting evening hike at Black Mesa State Park. What a strange but memorable photography adventure!

Discovering a Hidden Sheepherder Hut at Lake Carl Etling

Sheepherder Hut At Black Mesa State Park in Oklahoma

Uncovering a hidden Sheepherder Hut at Lake Carl Etling, Black Mesa State Park—an unexpected glimpse into the past, where sheep herders once sheltered.

Mule Deer Doe Enjoys Prickly Pear Cactus at Black Mesa

Mule Deer After Eating The Fruit Of A Prickly Pear Cactus

I observed a Mule Deer Doe eating prickly pear cactus near Lake Carl Etling. Learn how these cacti become a valuable food source for mule deer in arid environments.