Martha’s Vineyard – the experience
June 22, 2010
It’s hard to describe a region with such diverse environments and rich history in a few paragraphs, but I’ll attempt to give you a brief overview.
Menemsha Beach
Getting to the island from the mainland of Massachusetts is relatively easy by way of a ferry that shuttles passengers and their cars. The ferry departs Woods Hole, Mass. and arrives about 45 minutes later at Vineyard Haven on the island. Read the rest of this entry »
New York, you stink
June 21, 2010
As some of you know, I was in Martha’s Vineyard for the past week. Although photography wasn’t my main emphasis while I was there, I’m still going to be posting about some of my experiences over the next few days. Read the rest of this entry »
Do you have a favorite place in Northern Virginia?
June 16, 2010
If you’ve been a follower for a while, you know I’m a fan of lists. In the spirit of diversifying my wildlife locations, I’ve been researching additional sites to explore.
The following are sites in Northern Virginia I’ve identified based on websites and/or satellite imagery. I’d love some feedback if you’re familiar with any of these places, especially if any would be a waste of time (or private/restricted property). Read the rest of this entry »
Another side of Shenandoah
June 7, 2010
My apologies for not having posted in a while. Let’s just say I was spending some quality time in Shenandoah National Park.
Frogs and feathers
June 2, 2010
When navigating Huntley Meadows Park these days, be ready for a lot of vegetation.
Despite storms in the afternoon, Tuesday evening was nice in the park. The humidity was high, but the mosquito count was low. Read the rest of this entry »
Surprises at Huntley Meadows
May 31, 2010
I love being surprised by something that I see on an outing. This little guy certainly did the trick Sunday in Huntley Meadows Park.
On a walk through a wooded section of the trail, a squirming mass with legs in the air caught our attention. “What is that?” Read the rest of this entry »
Another day for the snakes
May 30, 2010
Saturday afternoon was great for reptiles at Huntley Meadows Park.
Near a familiar type of bush was a Rough Greensnake (Opheodrys aestivus aestivus) like I’ve seen in the past. This guy was smaller than the one I saw last time, with a body about the thickness of a pencil. Read the rest of this entry »
Another day at Holmes Run
May 27, 2010
Wednesday in Holmes Run Park I dedicated a lot of my time to making plaster casts of raccoon tracks on the bank, but I was also able to see some other neat signs of animals.
Back in the woods on a steep hill I found a well-worn path that was only a few inches wide. Based on the width and the low-lying trees in that area, it isn’t a path for people. Read the rest of this entry »
Meet Mr. Creepy
May 25, 2010
Tuesday I couldn’t decide if I wanted to go to Huntley Meadows, but the traffic made the decision for me. After barely moving on Duke Street for 20 minutes, I turned around and made a run on Holmes Run Park in Alexandria.
The weather was great, but the sightings were not. Read the rest of this entry »
Growing up in Huntley Meadows
May 25, 2010
Between the seasons and the life cycles, one of the only things that’s certain in nature is change. Monday in Huntley Meadows I was startled to see the mother Merganser all alone standing on a log. Her young, five at last count, were nowhere to be found. Read the rest of this entry »
