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From sun-drenched African vistas to ethereal wintertime landscapes to poignant portraits of some of the world’s most fascinating wildlife, our 1st annual photo contest brought in some truly amazing images. With so many great entries, it was quite a challenge to narrow it down!
From glaciers to guanacos, from peaks to pampas, Patagonia contains some of the most gorgeous natural splendors on the planet. Few eyes capture it as vividly as Cassiano “Zapa” Zaparoli, an outstanding naturalist-photographer who is one of Natural Habitat Adventures’ premier Expedition Leaders in South America.
It’s the middle of winter, and for many that means snow. When it impedes driving or piles up in great drifts that need shoveling, it’s hard to remember how exquisitely beautiful each tiny flake is. But Marion Owen’s photos are a vivid reminder.
If you’ve been on Facebook at all in the past two weeks, chances are you’ve seen one of the most remarkable nature phenomena ever to go viral on video.
Do you love nature? Wildlife? Fabulous photographs of the natural world? And are you within driving distance of Denver? Then come discover Africa as you’ve never seen it before! Be NHA’s guest at a new exhibit by renowned nature photographer John Fielder featuring spectacular panoramic images of Africa.
In modern society the raven is surely the world’s most underappreciated bird. Physically, ravens are neither ornate nor powerful. They lack the color of most other songbirds, the hunting prowess of mighty raptors, and are often associated with garbage dumps. However, in many cultures ravens have held the highest level of respect and admiration.
It’s Earth Day, and you’re likely to hear the word “green” a gazillion times before April 22 is over. It’s easy to get calloused to the notion of “going green.” Is there such a thing as “green fatigue”? I suppose the cynically inclined might say so.
It’s always heartwarming to see creatures of different species discovering a connection. Whether it’s humans and whales, or famous Koko the Gorilla and her kitten friend All Ball, our spirits find delight in interactions across what might seem insurmountable gulfs between very dissimilar beings.
As the winter passes on my thoughts turn away from the polar bears and grizzlies of 2010 and to the coming adventures of 2011. The first on the calendar for me will be guiding the Natural Habitat Wild and Ancient China trips this May and June. Am I excited?
Natural Habitat Adventure guide Brad Josephs recently sent us this amazing compilation of grizzly bear footage from our Hidden Alaska and Grizzlies: From Kodiak to Katmai trips. Watch as these amazing bears fight, hunt, relax and roam. Enjoy!
Talk about something to make you smile on a Friday… Take a look at what happens when a young elk comes across an irresistible place to play!
If you’ve been watching National Geographic Channel’s “Great Migrations” documentary, you’re learning a lot about one of the most amazing phenomena in the natural realm. But there’s nothing like being there to witness migrating wildlife firsthand. We’ve got some suggestions for you!
