Exploring Ken Lockwood Gorge in Hunterdon County NJ

Higbee Beach WMA

Higbee Beach WMA
Cape May, NJ
September 2020

As soon as I came across this scene I visualized a composition similar to the classic Death Valley imagery of Racetrack Playa.

Black Racer at Belleplain State Forest

Black Racer at Belleplain State Forest
Cape May County, New Jersey


This small-ish snake was laying in wait approximately 3 feet up from the ground. The racer kept an eye on me thought it did not flee while I setup my tripod for a few shots.


More info on the Northern Black Racer – https://www.virginiaherpetologicalsociety.com/reptiles/snakes/northern-black-racer/northern_black_racer.php
Visit Belleplain State Forest – https://www.state.nj.us/dep/parksandforests/parks/belle.html

Dusk at South Cape May Meadows

Dusk at South Cape May Meadows
Cape May, NJ in Sept 2020


A few minutes after sunset the sky above the refuge’s waterfowl briefly alit with hues of pink and orange.
Plan your visit to the South Cape May Meadows – https://www.nature.org/en-us/get-involved/how-to-help/places-we-protect/south-cape-may-meadows/

Exploring Cape May Point State Park

Exploring Cape May Point State Park

With over 200 acres of preserved open space, 3 blazed trails, and a large variety of wildlife and plantlife Cape May Point State Park provides and easily accessible and immersive nature experience. Highlights of this South Jersey park include the Cape May Light (lighthouse), scenic wetland views, and the handicap accessible hawk watch platform.

Plan your visit to Cape May Point State Park – https://www.state.nj.us/dep/parksandforests/parks/capemay.html

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Two birds stepped onto a sedge island…

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Two birds stepped onto a sedge island…
 
 
Eastern Willet and Herring Gull
Great Bay Boulevard WMA
Little Egg Harbor, New Jersey
 

Winter Sunrise on Delaware River

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Winter Sunrise on Delaware River
 
Washington’s Crossing State Park, NJ/PA
 
Morning clouds briefly alit before giving away to a clear day at Washington’s Crossing.
 
Visit Washington’s Crossing State Park – https://www.state.nj.us/dep/parksandforests/parks/washcros.html