Day 3: Exploring the Roads Less Traveled at Black Mesa State Park

White-tailed Fawn Standing In The Brush Near Black Mesa Nature Preserve In Oklahoma

Exploring the scenic roads near Black Mesa State Park, I photographed a White-tailed Doe and her Fawn, a box turtle, and a vibrant Colorado Soldier Beetle.

Birds of Day 2 at Black Mesa State Park

Common Nighthawk at Black Mesa State Park in Oklahoma

New bird sightings at Black Mesa: Scaled Quail, Canyon Towhee, Lark Buntings, and the challenging but rewarding Common Nighthawk in flight.

Day 2: Wildlife Photography at Black Mesa State Park

White-tailed Doe and Fawn Near Black Mesa Nature Preserve In Oklahoma

Day 2 at Black Mesa: Spotted deer, a rabbit, and turkeys during a hike at the Nature Preserve. Rain and storms cut the day short but brought great photo ops!

A Late-Summer Adventure at Black Mesa State Park

Black-tailed Prairie Dog Near Black Mesa State Park in Oklahoma

Exploring Black Mesa State Park in late summer, discovering its unique geology, rich wildlife, and historical wonders, starting with a Black-tailed Prairie Dog.

Deer and the Fields of Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge

White-tailed Doe In A Field

Discover how the Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge balances farming and conservation, providing vital habitats for wildlife like the White-tailed Doe.

Leopard Frog Migration Surges on Oklahoma Roads

Leopard Frog On Asphalt Road

Discover why leopard frogs flood Oklahoma roads in August. Learn about their migration patterns and how you can help these tiny travelers.

The Mystery of the Mayfly Mound: A Fascinating Natural Phenomenon

Large Pile Of Dead Mayflies

Discover the fascinating reasons behind massive mayfly die-offs and their ecological significance in this exploration of a curious natural phenomenon.