Browsing Bliss Awaits You

It appears you're using Internet Explorer or an early version of Edge, which is a bit like watching a black-and-white TV with "rabbit ears." You're missing symmetry, joy and actual knowledge — not only here on my website but across the internet. I suggest you upgrade to Chrome or Firefox. You’ll discover a lot more nature, maybe even actual rabbit ears.

— Bryan

Fiery Skipper by Bryan Pfeiffer

Thoughts on the "Insect Apocalypse"

Matters of Life and Death and Extinction

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Bryan Pfeiffer is a writer, biologist and boy explorer who chases nature around the world.

Snowy Owl by Bryan Pfeiffer

The Snowy Owl Scoop

Discover a Snowy Owl this winter — and enjoy it responsibly. I'm tracking Snowy Owl movements across the continent for the 2018-2019 season.

Dickcissel by Bryan Pfeiffer

2019 Camera Review

Now updated for 2019, here's your guide to point-and-shoot cameras for wildlife photography.

Monarchs at Lobster Cove

The Latest from Bryan's Blog

Adventures on life's long, green path — currently from an outpost near the Gulf Stream on the mid-Atlantic coast.

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Panasonic Lumix

Pushing Buttons (and Dials and Menus)

May 10, 2019 6:30-8:30PM North Branch Nature Center Montpelier, Vermont $20 (at the door)

Begin a new relationship with your camera by understanding how to push its buttons, turn its dials and select from its menus. If you're stuck on AUTO mode, if buttons bother you, if icons infuriate you, this is your session. After all, you won't easily get great images until you unleash the full potential of your camera. It's all there at your fingertips. Open Enrollment: No need to pre-register; just charge your battery and show up with your camera at North Branch Nature Center in Montpelier. Get more details »