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11/12/2026

📸 Photo by / The colours of the Greenlandic tundra in autumn are simply breathtaking!During my recent expedition to Scoresbysund, I decided to explore its photographic potential from a different perspective. Lying flat on the ground, I experimented with my 600mm lens instead of my usual macro lens.What I discovered was an enchanting, almost hidden fantasy world that I had never truly explored before. By changing my perspective and looking at the tiniest details from a distance, I immersed myself in this colourful, vibrant universe, discovering endless creative possibilities.Sometimes, all it takes is changing the way we look at things to discover an entirely new world.I can't wait to return next year! And if you'd like to experience this incredible landscape with me, I still have a few spots available on my next expedition. Email me for more information [email protected]

11/10/2026

📸 Photo by / What an incredible moment we witnessed last July! A mother grizzly decided to show her yearling cub how to dig for clams on the mudflats, right in front of us.As the tide retreats, these vast mudflats turn into a giant buffet, with bears spending hours digging in the mud in search of clams.The little ones watch their mothers closely, learning the tricks of the trade through observation and practice. And, of course, they are never shy about trying to steal a few leftovers!Healthy clam populations are becoming increasingly rare in parts of Cook Inlet. While numbers have declined dramatically along the eastern shores, populations on the western side, including the Lake Clark area, remain relatively healthy.

11/08/2026

🎥Video by / A little rest, a refreshing dip, and some precious mother-and-cub time. ❤️On warm summer days, even grizzly bears need to find ways to cool down. Their thick fur and large bodies make hot weather challenging, so they often seek shade, rest more, or take advantage of shallow pools and muddy puddles to cool off.For this mother, the puddle offers a welcome moment of relief. And for her cub, there is perhaps no place more reassuring than right on mum's back.

11/06/2026

📸 Photo by / Even though the Common Loon appears on the Canadian one-dollar coin (the famous “loonie”), it is not Canada's official national bird. That honour belongs to the Gray Jay.Still, whenever I see or hear a loon, my mind immediately drifts to the Canadian wilderness. There is something truly iconic about this bird and its haunting calls.Loons have several distinct vocalizations, each serving a different purpose:• The tremolo: a wavering, almost hysterical call used when a loon is alarmed or announcing its arrival on the lake.�• The yodel: a territorial call produced exclusively by males.�• The hoot: a soft call used to maintain contact with a partner or chick.�• The wail: a haunting, long-distance call used for communication between loons.�• The coo: a gentle call often heard between courting pairs or adults and their chicks when they are close together.For me, the sound of a loon echoing across a quiet lake is one of the quintessential sounds of the Canadian wilderness.

11/04/2026

📸 Photo by / In March and early April, Atlantic puffins return to their nesting islands in Northern Norway. �Love is in the air, and it’s time to reclaim the burrow where they’ll raise their chick.�Snow still covers the ground, and sometimes they must dig to reach their homes. 🐧❄️ Sandisk

11/02/2026

📸 Photo by / The Matterhorn – Switzerland's most iconic peak and arguably the world's most photographed mountain – rises majestically at 4,478m (14,692ft), standing as one of the European Alps' highest summits.Last fall, during a hiking adventure in the Valais region, we reached Fluhalp hut in the midst of a fierce snowstorm. But nature had a surprise waiting for us – we awoke the next morning to a pristine winter wonderland under brilliant clear skies. ❄️✨Moments like these remind me why I feel so blessed for every minute spent outdoors, immersed in nature's raw beauty.

10/31/2026

📸 Photo by / What a thrill to be in the water swimming with spotted dolphins! 🐬These relatively small dolphins, measuring 6–7 feet (1.8–2.1 m) in length, are highly social, incredibly active, and fast swimmers. They typically travel in groups of several hundred.Trying to capture their elegant shapes as they swim past you is quite challenging, but so much fun! There’s nothing quite like sharing the water with these playful, graceful animals. 💙

10/28/2026

🎥 Video by / Daily life for a young andean bears includes playful activities such as chasing, wrestling, fighting, cuddling, and napping together. The Spectacled bear, also known as the Andean bear, is the only bear species native to South America — and one of the most elusive. Its name comes from the unique light-colored markings around the eyes, which often resemble a pair of spectacles.These highly adaptable bears roam a variety of ecosystems along the Andes, from tropical dry forests and cloud forests to shrublands and high-altitude grasslands.🌿 Omnivores by nature, they primarily feed on fruits, bromeliads, and cacti, but will occasionally eat small mammals, birds, and insects. They’re also excellent climbers — often spotted resting or foraging in the treetops.Sadly, Spectacled bears are listed as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List. Their biggest threats? Habitat loss and fragmentation due to expanding agriculture.Protecting these gentle, shy bears means protecting the rich biodiversity of the Andes — and every effort counts. SanDisk Extreme Team

10/26/2026

📸 Photo by / Just a month after I photographed this Humboldt penguin, Chile officially declared the species a Natural Monument in February 2026 🐧🌊This designation grants the highest level of legal protection under Chilean law, meaning individuals are fully protected from harm, capture, and disturbance across their entire range—both on land and at sea.It’s a significant recognition for a species so closely tied to productive coastal ecosystems and healthy fish stocks, now under increasing environmental pressure. While legal protection alone won’t resolve all threats—especially overfishing—it marks a powerful step forward in safeguarding this species. 💙

10/23/2026

📸 Photo by / A family of grizzly bears searching for clams in the tidal flats of Lake Clark National Park. 🐻🌊When the tide retreats, these mudflats become a giant buffet, with bears spending hours digging for clams.The little cubs watch closely, learning from Mum — and, of course, trying to steal any leftovers!Healthy clam populations are becoming increasingly rare in parts of Cook Inlet. While numbers have declined dramatically on the eastern side, the populations along the western shores, including Lake Clark, remain relatively healthy. SanDisk Storage

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