Park Ranger's Guide to Nature & Wildlife Photography

Park Ranger's Guide to Nature & Wildlife Photography
Author: Douglass Owen
Publisher: Amherst Media, Inc
Total Pages: 262
Release: 2018-12-15
Genre: Nature
ISBN: 168203383X

Douglass Owen shares his expertise as a nature photographer, teacher, and ranger for the National Park Service. In his nearly twenty years as a park ranger Craters of the Moon National Monument and Preserve in Idaho, Doug taught countless park visitors how boosting their skills as naturalists could improve their results as photographers. In this guide, readers everywhere can take advantage of the same training and master the field craft that enables top photographers to great wildlife shots—even with modest gear. In fact, Doug’s approach actually favors those with simple equipment that frees them to concentrate on the subject and environment rather than fiddling with complex camera settings! Whether you are an accomplished image-maker or taking your first nature shots, the practical advice and techniques in this no-nonsense book will increase your odds of finding great subjects, prepare you to document them beautifully, and enhance your overall experience while working in the field.

A Guide to Natural Areas of Northern Indiana

A Guide to Natural Areas of Northern Indiana
Author: Steven Higgs
Publisher: Indiana University Press
Total Pages: 300
Release: 2019-03-25
Genre: Travel
ISBN: 0253039231

The must-have field-guide for discovering the natural beauty of northern Indiana and "The Region" Beautiful and pristine, the natural areas of Indiana are perfect for nature lovers with a desire to explore. Featuring more than 140 beautiful color photos, A Guide to Natural Areas of Northern Indiana showcases the region's unique ecosystems and includes descriptions of the flora, fauna, geology, history, and recreational opportunities. For those who want excitement, there is information on hiking, camping, bird watching, horseback riding, boating, and more. Environmental writer and photographer Steven Higgs takes readers to the most exquisite natural areas across the region, including the JD Marshall underwater shipwreck preserve in Lake Michigan, the Indiana Dunes State Park, the Hoosier Prairie Nature Preserve, the Valparaiso Moraine, Spicer Lake, and many more. A must-have book for the explorer or nature lover, A Guide to Natural Areas of Northern Indianais the perfect resource for travelers who want to learn more about the region's distinctive natural heritage.

Wildlife Ranger Action Guide

Wildlife Ranger Action Guide
Author: Mary Kay Carson
Publisher: Storey Publishing, LLC
Total Pages: 673
Release: 2020-03-03
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 163586108X

As concern for the welfare of species like honey bees and monarch butterflies grows alongside awareness of the impact of climate change, inspiring the next generation of citizen scientists is more important than ever. With Wildlife Ranger Action Guide, kids can make the world better for the animals and insects they love, starting right in their own backyards. Dozens of hands-on activities and habitat creation projects, such as making a frog pond from a kiddie pool, planting a pollinator garden for bees, painting a bat house, and building a lodge for lizards, encourage children to learn about and take an active role in protecting local wildlife. Lively photographic field guides covering 78 North American wildlife species teach kids about the habits and habitats of each and include tips for providing the plants and food needed for their survival. This publication conforms to the EPUB Accessibility specification at WCAG 2.0 Level AA.

Nature Guide to Shenandoah National Park

Nature Guide to Shenandoah National Park
Author: Ann Simpson
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield
Total Pages: 257
Release: 2023-06-01
Genre: Nature
ISBN: 1493067249

This field guide dedicated to wildlife of Shenandoah National Park is an information-packed book that introduces park visitors to animals, plants, insects and more that reside in the Shenandoah Valley in a colorful, easy-to-use package. Including full-color photos and easy-to-understand descriptions and with full cooperation from the park association, this book will appeal to the 1.1 million visitors who travel to Shenandoah every year.

Nature Guide to Yellowstone National Park

Nature Guide to Yellowstone National Park
Author: Ann Simpson
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield
Total Pages: 289
Release: 2015-10-01
Genre: Nature
ISBN: 1493014811

This field guide dedicated to wildlife of Yellowstone National Park is an information-packed, pocket-sized book that introduces park visitors to the animals, plants, insects and more that reside in Yellowstone National Park in a colorful and portable package. Published in cooperation with Yellowstone National Park Association, this Nature Guide to Yellowstone National Park contains full-color photos and easy-to-understand descriptions. Here is the perfect companion guide for the 3 million visitors who travel to Yellowstone National Park every year.

Point and Shoot Nature Photography

Point and Shoot Nature Photography
Author: Stephen Ingraham
Publisher:
Total Pages: 123
Release: 2017-09-16
Genre:
ISBN: 9781549762284

With today's advanced Point and Shoot cameras Nature Photography does not have to be difficult or expensive. Learn to point, shoot, process, and share satisfying images of the natural world around you.

Nature Guide to Acadia National Park

Nature Guide to Acadia National Park
Author: Ann Simpson
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield
Total Pages: 281
Release: 2025-04-01
Genre: Nature
ISBN: 1493074547

This field guide dedicated to wildlife of Acadia National Park is an information-packed book that introduces park visitors to animals, plants, insects, and more that reside in the area in a colorful, easy-to-use package. Including full-color photos and easy-to-understand descriptions and with full cooperation from the park association, this book will appeal to anyone interested in nature.