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Loving Horses: Mare and Stallion Interaction

Loving Horses: Mare and Stallion Interaction

Why does a simple bond between two animals stir us to the very soul? When I was exploring North Dakota’s Theodore Roosevelt National Park with my camera, I was instantly drawn into an extraordinary equine encounter. The mare and stallion's interaction felt like they...

Glacier’s Summit: Logan Pass Overlooking Going-to-the-Sun Mountain

Glacier’s Summit: Logan Pass Overlooking Going-to-the-Sun Mountain

With the worldwide climate change that is happening, it is wonderful there are still places to see a real glacier. One of these is the aptly named Glacier National Park in northwest Montana. Ever wonder what it feels like to stand at the glacier's summit, gazing from...

Where History Meets Flour: The Gold Medal Flour Sign at Mill City Museum

Where History Meets Flour: The Gold Medal Flour Sign at Mill City Museum

At Minneapolis’ Mill City Museum, the Gold Medal Flour sign stands tall and proud, towering over the Old Stone Arch Bridge that crosses the Mississippi.  Where history meets flour, this sign signifies the old flour mill that once was among the world's largest. With my...

Saint Anthony Falls: A Natural Wonder in the Heart of Minneapolis

Saint Anthony Falls: A Natural Wonder in the Heart of Minneapolis

The mighty Mississippi River flows right thorough the center of Minneapolis, Minnesota. The river is one of the main reasons that Minneapolis is one of the biggest cities of commerce in the entire country.  What makes water so mesmerizing? The question came to mind...

North Star Blankets Sign: A Minneapolis City Highlight

North Star Blankets Sign: A Minneapolis City Highlight

Visiting my hometown of Minneapolis in the summertime, we love to stroll across the downtown Stone Arch Bridge, a former railroad bridge crossing the Mississippi River at Saint Anthony Falls in downtown Minneapolis, Minnesota. As you begin your walk across the bridge,...

Oregon Shoreline Serenity: Overlook of Hobbit Beach from Forest Canopy

Oregon Shoreline Serenity: Overlook of Hobbit Beach from Forest Canopy

If you have ever driven down the awe-inspiring Oregon Coast, you know how beautiful and serene it is. There are very few vistas in the world that even come close to the beauty and majesty it possesses. The gentle sounds of the ocean guide you to a secret place where...

Across the Divide: Glacier National Park’s Canadian Border Scene

Across the Divide: Glacier National Park’s Canadian Border Scene

Could you feel the earth's breath as it whispers secrets from long ago? Standing at Glacier National Park's Canadian border, the scene unfolding across the divide is not just breathtaking—it's transformative. Moreover, it's a place where the drama of mountain meets...

Echo Lake Serenity: Tranquil Waters in Acadia National Park

Echo Lake Serenity: Tranquil Waters in Acadia National Park

Some places just seem to quietly pull you in, without even trying. Echo Lake Beach, tucked away in the heart of Maine’s Acadia National Park, does exactly that. It’s got this quiet charm that instantly makes you feel at ease, like it’s welcoming you into its world....

Green Serenity: Trees Framing a Quiet Lake in Acadia

Green Serenity: Trees Framing a Quiet Lake in Acadia

Isn’t it amazing how some landscapes breathe life into us, offering a sanctuary from everyday noise? Acadia National Park’s green embrace unfolds right in front of you, with green trees framing the rugged beauty of Monument Cove. There’s something undeniably...