Wilderness
Idaho Nikon Z9 Photography Rocky Mountains Wilderness Wildlife Z9 400MM F2.8 Lens

Winter Day Trip Along the River of No Return

I decided to take a wintertime day trip (driving) along the Salmon River. I love this route, as it is remote, rugged and of variable terrain.  Statistically speaking, the US Department of Transportation says that Highway 75 is the 3rd most dangerous in the country   The trip will be from our home in Stanley, Read More…
800mm Z Lens Backcountry Off Trail Hike Kauai Nikon Z9 Photography Wilderness Wildlife Z9 400MM F2.8 Lens

Capturing Kauai: Focus on One Bird and Getting Another

On this day, I am attempting to photograph wild birds in the Alakai Wilderness on the Island of Kauai.  My trip will take me along the high ridgeline of the Pihea Trail and down into the Alakai Swamp. The terrain is remote and otherwise demanding. Especially, for someone hiking with 40 lbs. of camera gear Read More…
Backcountry Off Trail Hike Idaho PhaseOne Photography Rocky Mountains Sawtooths Wilderness Wildfire

Fire in the Yard: The Ross Fork

The Ross Fork Fire in the Sawtooth Wilderness and Sawtooth National Recreation Area (SNRA) is a challenging wildfire for the community.  Information about the incident is [here] It has spread into and burned remote areas utilized by recreationists.  The Ross Fork Fire as also burned out drainages with cabins and reached into the tiny enclaves Read More…