A little of this and that from the summer. Birds, bugs, blooms and a bit of blue.
Sweeney Lake
A new lake and a new find!
A Two-heron Day
Back out on a favorite river with some fantastic wildlife.
One big baby
A kayaking scouting trip turns into an unexpected amazing experience.
Odonata Obsession
Always popular with me, recently have gotten a little carried away with these ferocious fliers.
Kayak photography – the ups and downs
What I've learned after more than 10 years of photography from a kayak, plus a joyful wildlife encounter.
Back where I belong
Things are looking up again on the Spirit river. Plus is that two body thing working out?
The One Body Problem
The case for lugging two cameras into the field.
RWBB
It's nesting season for most songbirds and I got to spend a few hours with one of our most iconic species.
Rarity Redux
Given their relative rarity and tendency not to roam, could this be the same rare beauty as last year?
An otterly wonderful encounter
Can I get my camera out fast enough to photograph a cute and curious river otter? Check it out!
Nixon Creek Paddle
First pictures on a second trip to Nixon Creek.
Birds on the Water (plus 1)
Wildlife photography the lazy way - from the dock and from the kayak.
A Solo Somo Paddle
A visit with friends old and new on the Somo River.
A Drift
A few close-encounters on the Wisconsin river.
Fall Kayaking – The Flambeau River
Probably the best fall river paddle of the three - perfect weather and peak color!
Fall Kayaking – The Spirit River
Another fall day, another beautiful river.
Fall Kayaking – The Somo River
My second trip up the Somo...mostly wonderful, but a little sad, too.
My Spirit Soars
I was really 'on' while I explored new side channels on the Spirit River.
Somo River
A new paddling spot - plenty of turtles, beautiful side channels and and eagle nest.
Bibon Swamp Paddle
A guided 16-mile tour of a wetland gem. Smooth paddling, until...
June Paddling Extravaganza!
All my June kayaking in one post - tons of pics!