Category Archives: Nature

American Alligator Water Dance

Posted on May 29, 2014 by Stephen L Tabone

I frequently travel to Florida to visit family and friends, and while there, I try to also visit as many of Florida’s national, state and local parks, refuges and preserves as possible. During recent visits, I have taken my 89 … Continue reading →

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Spectacular Migratory Birds

Posted on May 7, 2014 by Stephen L Tabone

Last Friday and Saturday, I went to Occoquan Bay National Wildlife Refuge and Leesylvania State Park to try to find and photograph some of the many migratory birds that are passing through northern Virginia on their way up north to … Continue reading →

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Spring Flowers

Posted on April 30, 2014 by Stephen L Tabone

I love spring, especially after a severe winter like we experienced this year. With spring, however, comes many visits to local nurseries accompanying my wife as she searches and purchases plants for around our home. I appreciate her efforts, but going to … Continue reading →

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Barred Owls Mating

Posted on April 23, 2014 by Stephen L Tabone

Monday evening was a beautiful spring night, warm and comfortable. I was enjoying it from my office with the sliding glass door open onto my upper deck overlooking the lake. It was very quiet until I heard one of the … Continue reading →

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Outstanding Spring Weekend – Wood Ducks & Wild Turkeys

Posted on April 7, 2014 by Stephen L Tabone

Spring has finally arrived in northern Virginia. The Daffodils, Forsythia, and various trees are blooming, and most other plants are budding and showing signs of growth. It is a great time to be outdoors after months of hibernating indoors to escape one … Continue reading →

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