Wrapping Up 13 Incredible Days at Black Mesa State Park
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.
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Sunrise Wildlife Encounters at Lake Carl Etling
Sunrise at Lake Carl Etling brought unexpected wildlife encounters—Mule Deer, a mysterious hummingbird, and a Cooper’s Hawk under attack by Barn Swallows.
Mule Deer Doe Enjoys Prickly Pear Cactus at Black Mesa
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.
An Evening with a Mule Deer Doe and Her Fawn at Lake Carl Etling
Witnessed a special moment as a Mule Deer Doe and her Fawn wade across Lake Carl Etling at Black Mesa State Park during an evening wildlife photography session.
Day 7: Strange Behavior from a Mule Deer Buck
A Mule Deer buck’s strange behavior caught my attention on Day 7 at Black Mesa State Park. Despite no luck with Bighorn Sheep, the morning was still great.
Day 5, Part 2: An Unexpected Delay on My Way to Wedding Cake Butte
Photographed twin Mule Deer fawns near Black Mesa Nature Preserve after a quick detour on Day 5 of my wildlife photography adventure. A delightful encounter!
Day 2: Wildlife Photography at Black Mesa State Park
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!
Mule Deer Doe In Wyoming
I photographed this Mule Deer Doe on a trip I made to Sheridan, Wyoming on April 10, 2010. You will notice in the first photo she has hair on the tip of her tongue. I was hiking a trail in one of the city parks. I was hand-holding my camera and lens to get these … Read more
Mule Deer Buck Growing Antlers
While I was taking photos near Phelps Lake, close to the Laurance S. Rockefeller Preserve, a young boy got my attention and pointed out a Mule Deer Buck that…