Last Stand Ted Turners True Story
Ted Turner Conservationist Last Stand Ted Turners true story is about Turners life and philanthropy Many of our NE Explorers who’ve traveled with us have heard me talk about Ted Turner, a man I consider one of the greatest conservationists living. I’ve been fortunate to live in Mr. Turner’s backyard,… Read More »
Serious Changes Predicted in The Camera Industry
I’ve been talking about serious changes predicted in the camera industry for several years. Many of our Explorers have shared lengthy conversations on this subject. My first indication that things were chaining fast was the how quickly I saw a company like Panasonic get my attention by producing a really… Read More »
Learn About Travel Insurance Coverage
Here is a great website that is very informative about travel insurance. We always recommend that our guests carry insurance, but everyone’s needs are different. Many are covered with a monthly plan, however, you may need additional coverage like emergency medical evacuation if traveling to a remote area of the… Read More »
South Africa, Day 2
It’s late tonight as it is each night by the time we get cleaned up from the field and sit down for dinner. To keep this short I’m posting a short video of a family of lions we shot today. There were 9 cubs and 4 females. The interaction was… Read More »
South Africa, Londolozi Game Reserve.
I was finally back in the wilds of South Africa and it was way too long in coming. My first trip to the African continent was in 1987 and it was here, South Africa, that I first experienced the magic of this wonderful, natural paradise. For many reasons I’ve spent… Read More »
Q&A: How Do The Old and New Nikkor 80-400mm Lenses Compare?
Jan, the 80-400mm lens I wrote about in Outdoor Photographer is a completely new design. The first version, the one you had trouble with in SA, was truly not up to the standards needed for low light and quality photography. That has all changed with the newest version. Don’t hesitate… Read More »
Q&A: Which long lens, Nikon, Sigma? Teleconverter, no teleconverter?
Marcus, Unfortunately, I’ve never used the Sigma 80-400mm lens nor have I used the Sigma 120-300mm lens. The second Sigma, the 120-300mm, has a very good reputation for being sharp and optimal quality. One of the best options for comparing sharpness of lenses is the DxOMark website. They do a… Read More »
The Great Potoo Photo Event in Potooville, Brazil
If you’re curious about what the female brigade of the Natural Exposures Explorers are photographing on our Facebook page, click on the image below to be take to a gallery of Great Potoo photos.
Jaguars & Other Wildlife of the Pantanal
Tanya and I just recently left the wilds of the Pantanal region in Brazil. It was our 2013 Jaguar Invitational Photo Tour, a place that is fast becoming one of our favorite destinations we visit throughout the world. We had another great season of jaguar viewing, with over 21 sightings of… Read More »
Nikon & Atlanta Airport Marriott Gateway Go Above and Beyond
Just a quick high five to some great folks. Nikon pulled out all the stops to get me one of the new (extremely hard to get) Nikkor 80-400mm zoom lenses for our NE Invitational Photo Tour to South Africa. As many of you know, this lens is amazing and I’ve… Read More »