Migration of Sandhill Cranes Sandhill Cranes start to congregate on the Canadian prairies in early to mid August. Usually by mid-September the number of cranes peak. Twice a day cranes fly from their roosting areas, typically shallow marshes and wetlands, to the croplands to feed, returning to roost several hours later. The call of the Sandhill Crane reminds us that fall is here. … [Read more...] about Early Fall Migration – Sandhill Cranes in Saskatchewan
Photography
Antler at Sunset
The end to a perfect day of hunting for shed antlers with my dog... Please share this image, if you like it. Thanks! … [Read more...] about Antler at Sunset
Richardson’s Ground Squirrel a.k.a. gopher
The Richardson's Ground Squirrel, also known as the 'gopher', is a small rodent found in the grasslands of North America. While it is at home in the pastures and fields of the prairies it has learned to adapt and thrive in our developed areas as well, often in the absence of its natural predators. Ground squirrels play an important part in the grassland ecosystem, but are also a pest, … [Read more...] about Richardson’s Ground Squirrel a.k.a. gopher
Dragon
Fiery Dragon Photographed at Night I had some fun photographing "Puff the Magic Dragon" at Chena Hot Springs in Alaska while at the Outdoor Writers Association of America 2012 conference on September 4-6. The sculpture was created out of steel and its breath was powered by a propane tank siphoned off of a BBQ grill. Chena Hot Springs is a wonderful place to visit. It definitely has a … [Read more...] about Dragon
Dragonfly on a Black-eyed Susan
Cover Photo The Outdoor Writers Association of America held a photo competition for the cover of their membership directory. I submitted this photo. As fortune would have it, this image was selected to adorn the cover of their 2012-13 directory. Quite an honour! Macro Photography I really enjoy macro photography, especially of our natural world. Close-up images allow us to … [Read more...] about Dragonfly on a Black-eyed Susan
“Did Someone Say Fish?” – American White Pelican in Springtime
American White Pelican Pelecanus erythrorhynchos Every spring, before pelicans start nesting, they congregate in the creeks and shallow bays where fish are spawning, in order to replenish their energy stores. This image is a pelican landing on the water for "refuelling" after spring migration. Photo captured by Nikon D300 – Nikkor AF-S 18-200mm 1:3.5 – 5.6G ED More info: Cornell … [Read more...] about “Did Someone Say Fish?” – American White Pelican in Springtime
I’m Onto You!
I snapped this image of a Great Horned Owl incubating eggs on a late March afternoon in Saskatchewan. This particular site has had a successful brood for the past seven years. I suspect the coots, pocket gophers, and mice in the area are very nervous! Photo captured by Nikon D300 – AF-S Nikkor 70-200mm f/2.8G ED VR II Lens, TC-20E III … [Read more...] about I’m Onto You!
