Abra Pirhuayani: 4,725 msl (~15,501 ft asl) – Leaving the Peruvian Amazon rainforest can be done in numerous ways, but most people stick to either flying out or driving out. Since I was there for research, I stuck with driving … Continue reading Glaciers in the Andes
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The Edgartown Lighthouse in Martha’s Vineyard is as tranquil and picturesque as it looks. A stroll through the quaint, bustling town leads you right to the water’s edge and the lighthouse. You can climb a few flights of stairs for … Continue reading Edgartown Lighthouse in Martha’s Vineyard
Sometimes, all the elements fall into place for a wonderful photo. Over the weekend, I was walking along the shore of the Santa Rosa Sound in Navarre, FL. As the sun set, I sat on the sand to take in … Continue reading Shorebirds at Sunset along the Emerald Coast
Winter in Maine is cold. Still, this doesn’t stop Mainers and visitors alike from enjoying the outdoors in a variety of different ways. On a recent visit at the end of November, I stopped in York to photograph a group … Continue reading Paddleboarding in a Maine Winter
by Shannon Swanson When I set out to document the health of San Diego’s watershed for my NG Young Explorer Grant, I was startled by how many different sources of pollution existed, both on land and in the water that ultimately affected the coastline. … Continue reading The Sand Dredger at Oceanside Harbor
by Wout Salenbien. This picture of a banana farmer’s house reflects several dreams coming together. As a photographer, or an enthusiast, you always hear about the golden hour. However, if you aren’t the morning type (like me) you miss out … Continue reading Gold in the Amazon
I love this photo of mother and child vervet monkeys that I took while working in the Kruger National Park in South Africa. Part of why I love it so much is that it’s so familiar and I can relate … Continue reading Monkey Hugs
A quick solo photo excursion across the Queensboro bridge to Socrates Sculpture Park in Astoria, one of my new favorite NYC neighborhoods. The Park has a bunch of life-size art exhibits that make for an artsy afternoon with sweeping views … Continue reading Socrates Sculpture Park
Happy Thanksgiving to all! We are continually thankful for all your support, and are looking forward to more travel and exploration in the future. For this Thanksgiving and Black Friday, think about #OptOutside! Continue reading Happy Thanksgiving!
by Shannon Swanson My next big project was as a research assistant with the Marine Conservation Society of the Seychelles, studying the local whale shark population. It was such a privilege to see these prehistoric looking creatures and even get … Continue reading Studying Whale Sharks in the Seychelles
As the business and commercial center of Brazil, a lot of people say that São Paulo is kind of meh compared to the natural beauty of Rio or the rich culture of Salvador, but the city really grew on me … Continue reading Brazil’s São Paulo
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