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Puffins in Maine
While on a New England excursion in May (2010), and after spending a day at Acadia National Park on Maine’s northern coast, a friend and I made a stop in the small coastal village of New Harbor. New Harbor is about halfway between the national park and Portland and is situated in a cozy inlet at the... »
Winter in Yellowstone
This past January we ventured to Jackson Hole, WY for the “Guys” Ski vacation. Once again, my husband kindly brought me along! I was really happy, as I like his friends, we enjoy the same activities, and we can’t afford to go on a second ski vacation! After going to Jackson Hole last year, and... »
The Boundary Waters, Through Younger Eyes
This summer, we invited my brother in law and his two kids, ages 4 and 6, to join us on a trip to the Boundary Waters. This particular trip was met with a lot of, “Really?!? Have Fun.” or “Have Fun” (with sarcasm) or “YOU ARE CRAZY!” I’ll be the first... »
2009 Mississippi River Challenge
This will be the second year that Dustin and I have paddled the Mississippi River Challenge. For those of you who are unfamiliar, the MRC is a two day fundraiser for the Mississippi River and its watershed. You can choose to paddle by canoe, kayak, paddle board or any other personal powered watercraft. Paddlers... »
Boundary Waters – 13 Years Later
I first visited the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness (BWCAW) in 1995, the summer between my senior year in high school and my first year in college. It was an experience I would never forget. There were eight of us in our group, and we ended up getting along quite well. Not only did... »
Warbirds Over Oshkosh, Wisconsin
If you haven’t heard of or been to the EAA air show in Oshkosh, Wisconsin, you should. This year (2009), the event is from July 27th – Aug 2nd and could be that “quick little summer get-a-way” you have been looking for. In my opinion, the Air Venture show certainly makes a great all... »
Sometimes You Can Get Too Close in Minnesota
Summer is coming and if you are an adventure photographer like me, there are tons of opportunities outside (and sometimes inside) your doorstep waiting for you. In my previous post about dragonflies, I made a few recommendations/observations: You don’t always have to travel far Practice Pay attention to the location of the sun Get low Have fun As I... »
Springing into the Boundary Waters
After purchasing a canoe and getting re-acquainted with the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness (BWCAW) last summer, we were excited to, “get our feet wet” this spring. In order to paddle in the BWCAW, one must obtain a government permit, and as there are only so many available per entry point per day, I... »
An Ear For Birds : Carver Park Reserve in Minnesota
One morning this spring, I visited a favorite local birding spot. It is the Carver Park Reserve, located 20 miles west-southwest of Minneapolis (MN). For nature buffs, Carver Park ranks up there with the best destinations in the Twin Cities area. It’s a large preserve with miles of hiking and biking trails that wend... »
Hunting for Dragons in the Backyard
You don’t always have to travel far to find adventure. As spring is upon us and summer approaches, now is the perfect time to begin to hone your adventure photography skills or find something new in your own backyard. Two of my favorite things to photograph using my macro lens are dragonflies and flowers. Dragonflies,... »
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