Tag Archives: birds

04-12-15 – Photos around Dutchess County

Posted on June 20, 2015 by Derrick

With Spring migration starting to ramp up, I took to the trails to see what I could find.  I started the day at Peach Hill Park and then headed to Cary Institute. At Peach Hill, some of our summer residents … Continue reading →

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Chillin’ on the Beach

Posted on June 12, 2015 by Derrick

Continuing right through the photos I’ve taken in 2015… I’m still within our little weekend getaway in Connecticut during the winter time.  I know it’s a little weird to go from one cold place to a colder place, but hey, … Continue reading →

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50% Off Calendars on My Zazzle Store! (Ends Jan.15th)

Posted on January 11, 2013 by Derrick

Until January 15th, 2013 – Zazzle.com is offering coupon codes for 50% off calendars!  I currently have two Peach Hill Park calendars available (one with birds, one with a mix of scenery and birds), a butterfly calendar and two additional … Continue reading →

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A Guide… to Field Guides

Posted on July 29, 2012 by Derrick

In an effort to provide as much information as possible to those of you who want to learn more about birds and other wildlife in your area, I have added a ‘Guide Book’ section to help you pick out the … Continue reading →

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Wildlife Photos – Stanford Wildlife Preserve

Posted on July 24, 2012 by Derrick

In the short amount of time that I was there, I got some decent shots of a variety of butterflies and birds, including one butterfly I don’t see very often – a common ringlet. Another notable sighting included a question … Continue reading →

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07/13/12 – Vassar Farm Wildlife Photos

Posted on July 17, 2012 by Derrick

It was another eventful day at Vassar Farm last Friday, with a variety of wildlife to see.  You’ve already seen the wood ducks, a new moth to my own personal life list, the dragonflies, and the butterflies… but now its … Continue reading →

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07/06/12 – Vassar Farm Wildlife Photos

Posted on July 11, 2012 by Derrick

It’s the day that just keeps on giving! If a beaver, a hot air balloon, a new bird, & a variety of butterflies weren’t enough during my hike at Vassar Farm last Friday – I still have all the other … Continue reading →

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07/06/12 – Vassar Farm – Full Sighting List

Posted on July 7, 2012 by Derrick

It’s been too long since I’ve been able to get out and hike without a care in the world.  Despite the heat, I was enjoying every minute at Vassar Farm. Vassar Farm rewarded me with stellar looks at a variety … Continue reading →

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Wildlife Photos from 08/06/11 – Vassar Farm

Posted on August 9, 2011 by Derrick

Last Saturday was by far the more diverse day in my back to back visits to Vassar Farm.  When I woke up and saw that it wasn’t raining, I figured I would stick with the theme of pushing my luck.  … Continue reading →

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07/22/11 – Vassar Farm Hike

Posted on July 24, 2011 by Derrick

On one of the hottest days of the year, I decided to see how I could handle the extreme heat.  I brought only the essentials, my camera, an extra battery, and a backpack filled with water.  So, what did Vassar … Continue reading →

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