Squirrel-scape
Bryce Canyon National Park
May 2021
This Golden-mantled Ground Squirrel wasn’t too proud to beg for a meal though I was not providing one.
Learn more about the Golden-mantled Ground Squirrel – https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Golden-mantled_ground_squirrel
View of Sulphur Creek from Goosenecks Overlook
Capitol Reef National Park in Utah
May 2021
There was a photograph to be taken around every bend from Goosenecks Overlook though there weren’t many guardrails!
More info on Goosenecks Overlook – https://liveandlethike.com/2015/04/07/goosenecks-trail-capitol-reef-national-park-ut/
Desert Spiny Lizard
Zion National Park in Utah
May 2021
This close-up shot was taken with a telephoto lens as we only encountered small lizards on the recent trip to Southern Utah.
Read more about reptiles found in Southern Utah – https://www.nps.gov/care/learn/nature/reptiles.htm
Cottonwood Wash
Capitol Reef National Park
Wayne County, Utah
I only made it a short distance into Cottonwood Wash as the landscape was harsh and the trail became increasingly technical as I made my way towards the slot canyon.
Learn more about Cottonwood Wash – https://www.americansouthwest.net/slot_canyons/cottonwood_wash/canyon.html
Near Goosenecks Overlook
Capitol Reef National Park
Wayne County, Utah
May 2021
The walks were easy and the views expansive at Goosenecks Overlook at Capitol Reef National Park. Don’t miss this stop if you are in Southern Utah!
Visit Capitol Reef National Park – https://www.nps.gov/care/planyourvisit/brochures.htm
The Narrows
Zion National Park in Utah
May 2021
Picture walking in cold water on slippery rounded rocks and against the current. That was our experience at The Narrows at Zion National Park.
Canon EOS M5 + EFM 11-22mm lens
Desert Bighorn Sheep
Zion National Park, Utah
May 2021
On the Eastern side of Zion, along Route 9, Bighorn Sheep were abundant at roadside.
Great Basin Rattlesnake
Zion National Park in Utah
While hiking in the backcountry we unknowingly came within a few feet of this small to medium sized rattlesnake. It watched us intently and did not rattle its tail.
Night Sky Over Kolob Mountain
Zion National Park in Utah
May 2021
This shot was taken off of Kolob Terrace Road away from the hustle and bustle of central Zion National Park. I got lucky as a passing car briefly illuminated the mountains to make this shot.
Visit Kolob Terrace – http://www.zionnational-park.com/kolob.htm
Canon M5 + Rokinon 12mm F/2.0 lens
25 second exposure F/2.5 ISO 6400
Dave Blinder Nature Photography 