— When the most recent Lens-Artists Challenge #251 photo assignment was announced, I did not have to think very much to decide what I would showcase. The theme was buildings and other structures. That was an easy choice with the … Read More

— In today’s hectic world, it can be difficult to find peace or a place to relax and escape the noise and stress. We are constantly bombarded with noise, stress, and anxiety. But it’s important to have a haven of … Read More

— If you ever have the opportunity to stay at the Many Glacier Hotel in Glacier NP, don’t miss it. Depending on availability, you may have a small room, but the hotel grounds are spectacular. From its deck, you will … Read More

— Spring 2023 is off to an excellent start for wildflowers and pollinators. The weather has been varying quite a bit since the beginning of the year. As a result of that, and unseasonably warm winter temperatures, many wildflowers began … Read More

— This week I was lucky to witness for the first time the balance of nature. In the first half of the week, I spent a couple of days at Inks Lake SP, just about an hour from Austin, Texas. … Read More

When we were staying in Silverthorne, Colorado, in July 2022, we were blessed with countless and unforgettable views. Whether sitting on the deck or hiking the various trails (Rainbow Lake, for example) in the area, the landscape was memorable. Being … Read More

— I have been living in Austin since the mid-1980s. I recall back then that the northernmost point before leaving city limits was around IH-35 and E Highway 290. Not much else was north of there. There were even empty … Read More

— Often during a storm, it pays to wait a few minutes to capture a nice photo. I remember on this trip to Mt. Rainier NP back in the summer of 2011 that this was a good example. We had … Read More

— When we last visited Lake Tahoe, we spent a very enjoyable time in this area. We liked it so much that we came back to catch a sunset there. Rabe Meadows is another peaceful and easy hike on the shores … Read More

— How would you like to be in a campground surrounded by pine trees and evergreen shrubs and just a few steps from the blue waters of Lake Tahoe? That is the setting of the Nevada Beach campground. The area is right … Read More