Moose calf goes for a morning stroll with mom
I spent five days camping in Arapaho National Forest and despite the location and multiple day trips into Rocky Mountain National Park, Colorado , the start of day five found…
First attempt at astrophotograhy captures the Milky Way and Perseid meteor shower
Sitting outside by the campfire in Arapaho National Forest the other night, I decided on a whim to try my hand at astrophotography. All in all, I don't think they…
Bald Eagle searches the ice’s edge for a meal
A bit of a throwback for Freedom Friday to the beginning of March. The ice on Cherry Creek State Park’s lake was quickly receding as spring neared and temperatures rose.…
Young Osprey on the hunt for breakfast
This young male Osprey was an absolute treat to watch. It spent the better part of a half hour looking for a meal at a pond. With its head always…
Big eyes on little owl keep close watch
Burrowing Owls are tremendous fun to observe and make great photo subjects. Their diminutive size makes them awfully cute and those bright yellow eyes really get your attention. This female…
Snowy snout on a bison
Here in Colorado we actually had snow yesterday morning on top of Pikes Peak (elevation 14,114 feet). That isn't particularly unusual but it is a sign of the change of…