Eagle in Flight

Sometimes the light is just right, the autofocus locks in and tracks right, the bird cooperates, and you get a nice image. Those times make me smile. :)

Under a Cloud of Flies

A young bison grazing next to its somewhat protective looking mother.

Eye See You!

Another wonderful piece of creation that I came across while looking for eagles.

Crowded Runway

This eagle didn't seem exactly unwanted on the island. It did seem like it was testing it's landing accuracy.

Crowded Runway

This eagle didn't seem exactly unwanted on the island. It did seem like it was testing it's landing accuracy.

Landing

A Bald Eagle coming down for a bath.

Full Speed Ahead

This adult Bald Eagle flew in the perfect direction for me to get a nice take off shot. Even with the strong late afternoon light.

Looks like that one hurt a bit

It's kind of fun when you end up photographing the same animals over several trips. This guy is particularly identifiable.

Don't interrupt my breakfast.

I think this buck is taking mealtime somewhat seriously. Cades Cove, TN

Backlit buck

I Can Make This

A beautiful Cades Cove buck contemplating jumping a fence

Standing Tall

Something about this buck posing in late golden hour light just looks regal to me.

Putting our Heads Together

Two young bull elk play fighting in Cataloochee Valley.

Wasted effort

These two don't seem to be getting the attention they're going for.

It was supposed to be sunny!

This deer seems to be protesting the rainfall. That or the idiot with his jacket covering his lens and camera because he had left his rain bags in the car. It’s hard to tell.

Eating in the Rain

I forgot my rain bag, so my jacket got pressed into service. :)

Closeup of the big guy

It's amazing how much time the big bull elk spend munching on the grass. Here's a shot of a Cataloochee valley bull getting his greens in black and white.

Jumping Fences is a Young Buck's Game.

I was talking to some more local photographers and they said that this guy has had the injury for several years. It heals over partially throughout the year and he reopens it during the rut. He was walking on it just fine while I was watching.

A Little Bit Off

Buddy, I think we need to back up and try this again before one of us gets hurt... Two Cades Cove bucks getting a little sparring practice in.

Taking Flight

Migrating snow geese taking off out of a field this past winter.