Stories

We have many ways to tell stories now. Here we can use writing, photos, video, as well as a combination of these forms. The links below will take you to learn about interesting photographers and places associated with bird photography as well as stories about birds that go beyond what we can show in the image galleries.

Sandhill Cranes

PHOTOGRAPHING SANDHILL CRANES IN FLORIDA
by Stephen Tabone

.......One of my most memorable photographic experiences, as well as just witnessing it, was in December of 2008 when over 5,000 Sandhill Cranes (Gus Canadensis) wintered at Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park in Gainesville, a 22,000 acre preserve. More
Mysterious Passenger

THE MYSTERIOUS PASSENGER
by Dennis Davernport

It was December 23, 2009, at the Ridgefield National Wildlife Refuge in Ridgefield, WA.  I was heading around the 4.2 mile auto tour and had almost gotten to post #5 (for those who are familiar with the refuge).  I noticed a Downy Woodpecker only about five feet off the edge of the gravel road..... More
Warbler

Reflections on Prothonotary Warblers
by Judy Gallagher

When I was in my mid-twenties, I went on a bird walk at Mason Neck State Park (VA). The other birdwatchers were more knowledgeable than me, and were excited when they heard the call of a Prothonotary Warbler, a bird with which I was unfamiliar. More
Doves

Mourning Doves: Remarkably adapted or too dumb to be true?
by Kim Hosen

Mourning Doves make themselves right at home in my back yard all year round. Although they adapt to a variety of habitats, these beautiful birds thrive in back yards where open, grassy areas mix with flower beds and shrubs. More
Heron

Sanibel Bailey Tract of Ding Darling NWR
by Jayeson Lee-Steere

This short video was beautifully shot during the morning and evening golden hours at an extent ion of the main J.N. Ding Darling NWR. The property, known as the Bailey Tract is not as crowed as the main refuge area and offers an opportunity to see birds and animals that may not be at the larger refuge area. Video: 03:40


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Stephen Tabone

Stephen’s love for Nature’s spectacular beauty has inspired him to renew his interest in photography. Photography provides a window into the beauty he experiences and a means to share it with others. Click Here for more on Stephen and to see a presentation of some of his beautiful bird images.