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Publications in the Washington Post

Writing about and photographing wildlife is my passion but I did not know that until later on in my life.  Once the bug caught, I could not let it go.  While I have been published numerous times throughout the years, in newspapers, magazines, tourism websites and even a photo on…

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Pippin of Yellowstone!

The premier entertainment and educational storybook for children, ages 4 – 8 this year, is available now. But, you must order soon for Christmas. This book is deeply personal. It’s based on the true story of a grizzly cub I watched survive alone in the wilds of Yellowstone. Pippin’s journey…

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Wolf Documentaries in France and Germany

During most of 2017 and until April 15 of 2018, I had the privilege of providing stock footage for two wolf documentaries that will be airing on ARTE – France/German public television.  That meant that I had to film the wolves every chance I got!  Here is the story of…

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Cross Foxes in the Tetons

Before I tell you about the Teton cross foxes I want you to know something. Deby has been working super hard to get the Yellowstone Daily back up. She has…
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Test – Let’s hope this works!

Good morning everyone! Wanted to do a quick test post to make sure that the site is up and fully functional.  I have been on the phone, nearly non-stop, for…
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“It is about the animals, not the people.”

“It is about the animals, not the people.” (Recently, someone told me that the wolves would be just fine if we did not work together. I disagree. Our weakness, lack…
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Lamar Canyon Yearling Poached in Gardiner, Montana

  Lamar Canyon yearling male poached in Gardiner, MT According the Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks site, “Poaching is a growing problem, one that occurs statewide and year-round. Poachers take…
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6/2/2015 Another Day in the Park

In Yellowstone there is always sadness somewhere.  A wolf is poached, a mother bison lays dying while her new calf rubs its head along her back. There are always tears…
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June 1, 2015 Big Bad Wolf Day

Lamar Valley was one big wolf jam this morning and a few friendly bison bulls decided to join in on the fun.  This one had an itch it needed to…
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The Last Two Days in Yellowstone

I did a quick report last night. Tonight I want to go back and fill in some gaps. First of all here are a couple of photos of two of…
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Black Bears Chase Tourists at Yellowstone National Park – NOT!!

A couple of weeks ago several news outlets posted a video of black bears “chasing” people on the Yellowstone River bridge near Tower Junction. The bears were only trying to…
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The highs and lows of salamander photography

Readers of this blog can be forgiven for thinking that I'm bear photograph obsessed. While grizzlies are usually my primary focus (when I'm in grizzly country), I'm equally enamoured by non-charismatic…
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5/29/2015 Time for the Weekend!

This is your weekend update for Yellowstone - have a great time in the park and be safe! Lately, our days have been filled with a lot of rain, most…
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Gulf Coast Fritillary Butterflies

The following video has nothing whatsoever to do with Yellowstone but I don't have any decent photos to show you so I hope you enjoy it. I made it for…
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5/27/2015 What an amazing day!

Determination to see the Lamar Canyons on their morning romp got me out of the door even earlier today.  But, the wolves slept in and decided to put on their…
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5/26/2015 Another no photo day

  Well, it is never that there are no photo ops when in Yellowstone, because there is always something - just not what my heart desires.  But, you would have…
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