Natural History Wanderings

Where should you go to see and photograph nature?  This is a list of resources I have found helpful for finding some of the best places to photograph nature. Even if you aren’t taking pictures, these resources can help you find some of the most scenic spots for landscapes, flowers, wildlife and more.

Photograph America by Robert Hitchman www.photographamerica.com
A series of 12 page travel newsletters with an emphasis on photographing North American landscapes and nature.  Each newsletter focuses on a different area.  He has covered over 110 areas to date.  You can subscribe and also buy back issues either individually or in packages.

Carol Leigh http://www.calphoto.com/home.html has produced a number of resources including books, C.D.’s and Photo Explorations Newsletters emphasizing wildflowers and fall color in California including
88 California Wildflower Locations
Fall Color in California

Colorado’s Best Photography Locations by Andy Cook and Shar Scofield
Covers wildflowers, fall color and scenic locations in Colorado

Outdoor Photographer Magazine (locations section) http://www.outdoorphotographer.com/locations.html

Nature Photographers Magazine   http://www.naturephotographermag.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=category&layout=blog&id=4&Itemid=10

California Explorer Magazine: http://californiaexplorermagazine.com/

California Photo Scout: http://ca.myphotoscout.com/