Day 6: Labor Day Weekend Begins at Black Mesa State Park
Labor Day weekend brings crowds to Black Mesa State Park, but I found a quiet spot by Lake Carl Etling for wildlife photography.
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Day 4: Exploring Bird Haven Trail at Black Mesa State Park
Exploring Bird Haven Trail at Black Mesa State Park, I photographed a Canyon Towhee, Rufous-crowned Sparrow, Bald Eagle, and spotted a young Great Horned Owl.
Excitement at Black Mesa State Park: A Garter Snake and a Toad
A garter snake and a large toad caused a stir at my Black Mesa campsite. Learn about their encounter and the fascinating feeding habits of garter snakes.
Day 3: Exploring the Roads Less Traveled at Black Mesa State Park
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.
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!
Leopard Frog Migration Surges on Oklahoma Roads
Discover why leopard frogs flood Oklahoma roads in August. Learn about their migration patterns and how you can help these tiny travelers.
A Close Encounter with a Yellowjacket: Nature’s Little Architect
Discover the fascinating nest-building behaviors of yellowjackets, from their resourceful use of materials to the intricate structure of their colonies.
Coyotes on the Move: A Day at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge
Join me at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge as I share the thrilling encounter of a Coyote on the move. Discover tips and capture the wild with me!
Up Close with Fawns at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge
Experience magical encounters with White-tailed Deer fawns at Sequoyah Wildlife Refuge. A photographer’s journey capturing Oklahoma’s young wildlife wonders.
A Bee and an American Lotus
Explore the fascinating relationship between bees and American lotus flowers, captured in a photograph from Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge, Oklahoma.
Muskrat at Phillip Parks Memorial Fishing Pier
Discover a wildlife photographer’s exciting encounter with a muskrat at the Phillip Parks Memorial Fishing Pier in Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge, Oklahoma.
Busy Bluebirds and a Rare Strawberry Moon
Eastern Bluebirds building their third nest this year during the rare Strawberry Moon coinciding with the summer solstice! Learn about the moon illusion.
The Mystery of Unhatched Eastern Bluebird Eggs
Found an unhatched egg in your bluebird house? Don’t worry! Explore the common reasons why some eggs don’t hatch and learn more about these fascinating birds.
Chasing Lizards in the Wichita Mountains
A personal account of exploring the diverse lizard species at the Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge in Oklahoma, including the elusive Texas Horned Lizard.
A Beaver’s Early Morning Commute
Witness a curious beaver encounter at sunrise in Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge. Learn about beavers’ amazing swimming abilities and their search for homes.