As most of you are aware, regulations on what you can keep as a pet differ wildly among the different US states. Most states have the common sense to restrict this to animals that actually do not regard you as … Continue reading Big Cats, not Pets
As a student at Duke University, I have become proximally familiar with the little city that Duke calls home: Durham, North Carolina — a forward-thinking town with old Southern roots and a population of approximately 250,000. In addition to being … Continue reading Dear Old Durham
We certainly live on an exquisite planet. Don’t you agree? We barely scratch the surface, but our gallery captures some beautiful examples of the marvels of the Earth. The Earth is teeming with life — on land with us, in the … Continue reading Happy Earth Day! Five Actions for Mother Earth
Tutorial day! This is the first time I am writing a photo-editing tutorial, so please excuse me if something is unclear, and feel free to ask questions in the comment section if you are having troubles going through the workflow! … Continue reading Create Your Own World Using Photoshop
1) Do Something. When I look at pictures that my friends and family have taken on vacation, I like for them to actually be in at least some of the pictures. Otherwise, I might as well just Google image search … Continue reading 4 Travel Photo Tips that have Nothing to do with Photography
Last week I hosted a mini-reunion with some of my closest friends from graduate school. I brainstormed a number of things for us to do during their first-ever visit to Austin, TX, but one thing we did that probably isn’t a top tourist … Continue reading Found: Lost Trash at Lost Creek
Over winter break, I visited eight countries on two continents over the span of a mere three weeks. I spent nine days in Japan, where I never slept in the same bed for more than two consecutive nights. In addition to … Continue reading On-The-Go Travel Trips and Tips
Every year I visit the Dry Tortugas as part of the field work for my PhD. It’s such a spectacular place given the rich cultural history and natural resources that can be found on the island. As I prepare for … Continue reading Terns of the Tortugas
by Gregg Thomas As I began to learn photography and spend more time outdoors, I started to pay real attention to what types of birds were in the area. I started to be able to identify them, and most importantly, … Continue reading How Close Have You Gotten to a Pied-billed Grebe?
It was early in the summer. There was only one way to find out just how outdoorsy my new co-workers were — organize a weekend adventure! Suffice it to say, I was not disappointed. A short drive from Washington D.C., … Continue reading Good for the Bird, Good for the Herd: Our National Wildlife Refuges
Flying with a puppy provides for a completely new travel experience. As I’m sure you could’ve guessed, it’s not exactly the most relaxing way to travel. I have now flown with Stevie four times, with varying degrees of stress and … Continue reading Traveling with a Puppy: Tips From a New Dog Owner
Miniature pots of paint. Jewelry wire. Resin. These are all items that I did not own six months ago. But after finding inspiration in friends and wildlife, these have become items I am now unsure whether I could do without. … Continue reading Hidden Talents: A Nature-inspired Discovery
One World, Two Feet 