05/18/2026
Spring in Yellowstone National Park.
// I booked this trip with approximately 36 hours notice. What started as a “I’ll just check flights and see” suddenly became a reality I couldn’t say no to. The only deciding factor: how quickly could send me the camera before the trip? With less than 24 hours of booking the trip, the Sigma 300-600 F/4 DG OS L Mount arrived at my house, ready to head to the GYE. Pairing this telephoto with my Leica SL3 for the first time was a challenge in itself. Testing it in the field with dynamic wildlife and a full spectrum of spring weather pushed me toward a more intentional, precise way of shooting, and I loved the process. What impressed me most was the sharpness and consistency of the lens across such varied conditions. Yellowstone isn’t just a wildlife destination, it’s an entire ecosystem in motion- one where the landscape itself and the flora and fauna all part of something symbiotic. A focal length like this lets you sit inside that knowingness and capture with a purpose. The days were long, oftentimes 15+ hours in the field, sometimes stumbling upon unexpected moments, but mostly camping out and waiting for that unforgettable encounter..
