I have a few dozen older blogs from the old East Texas Naturalists site that I will slowly bring over to this one. These are not from the newer site but rather the one from a few years ago. They will also soon appear in print. . . maybe.
Also, do you blog about birding in East Texas or would you like to do so? If so, contact me.
Michael’s Journal
Photography Blogs
Field Notes
The Answer to What to do When It’s Too Cold to Go Out & Take Pictures
It was a beautiful, sunny morning and, as usual, I was going to go out to sit in my chair by the lake. That's where I try to spend at least a little time each morning, sitting with my camera and binoculars. The birds are always active to some extent plus it is just a...
“My” Belted Kingfisher Is a Photography Expert
Anyone who knows me probably is aware that I have a pair of Belted Kingfishers that I have been trying to photograph for over two years. These birds are my photographic nemesis. While I see them frequently, I rarely get a "shot" at them with my camera. They normally...
I Saw the Greatest Nature Show Ever (And Not on TV)
I have always been a big fan of nature shows on TV. My DVR records them daily. This morning I got to see the greatest nature show that I've ever seen. My DVR didn't record this one, but it is recorded where it will never be forgotten. Many of my mornings start...
Birding is HOT During the Summer – Is that a cliche?
Summer is not really the most popular time for birding in East Texas. There are likely two reasons for that. First and not surprisingly, East Texas summers are HOT. That definitely affects us birders. It really is not quite as much fun to get out in the woods when the...
