June 2009 -

Digiscoping is Child’s Play

Written by The Birdfreak Teamon June 30, 2009May 5, 2011

Digiscoping1 requires a lot of practice to get the hang of. Some amazing photographers have mastered this technique and can produce some unbelievable shots of birds that are normally beyond the range of traditional digital cameras. However, the concept and execution of digiscoping is rather easy once you get a little practice in. I took

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Bird Photography Weekly #44

Written by The Birdfreak Teamon June 28, 2009July 8, 2009

Join in on the 44th edition of Bird Photography Weekly Do you have an idea on how to improve BPW? Increase participation? Let us know! Help spread the word with these badges: Copy this code to place this badge: <a href=”http://birdfreak.com/category/bird-photography-weekly/”><img src=”http://birdfreak.com/images/bpw-sharing-logo-wide.jpg” width=”225″/></a> Copy this code to place this badge: <a href=”http://birdfreak.com/category/bird-photography-weekly/”><img src=”http://birdfreak.com/images/bpw-sharing-logo-smaller.jpg” width=”125″/></a>

Get Your Duck (Conservation) Stamp Now!

Written by The Birdfreak Teamon June 26, 2009

Federal Duck Stamps are the single best way to conserve habitat for birds and other wildlife. 98% of the $15.00 cost goes directly to improving and purchasing habitat. This is land that is not just for ducks or duck hunters. Purchase your stamp (get two!) here.

Phriday Photo – Lake of the Ozarks

Written by The Birdfreak Teamon June 26, 2009May 5, 2011

Jennie’s internship led her to the MWCC Environmental Conference in Lake of the Ozarks, Missouri. This is a view from her elegant hotel room overlooking the gorgeous scenery.

I and the Bird #103 – Take Me Out to the Ballgame

Written by The Birdfreak Teamon June 25, 2009May 4, 2011

The days are long, the weather is hot, and the sights, sounds, and smells of summer are in the air. What better way to spend the day than at Birdfreak Stadium for a game of birding baseball. Today’s game is the visiting Rancho Cucamonga Falcons and the home favorite, Seven State Cardinals. Pre-game Parking at

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Birding Missouri – What is Veery’s Job?

Written by The Birdfreak Teamon June 23, 2009May 3, 2011

Veery has temporarily moved! The Birdfreak Team is partially split for the summer as Veery spends the summer working in Jefferson City, Missouri. Join in on her adventures through a new state and answers this question: How’s the birding in mid-Missouri? Well, although I have not gone out birding yet, I have settled in and

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Bird Photography Weekly #43

Written by The Birdfreak Teamon June 21, 2009July 8, 2009

Join in on the 43rd edition of Bird Photography Weekly Do you have an idea on how to improve BPW? Increase participation? Let us know! Help spread the word with these badges: Copy this code to place this badge: <a href=”http://birdfreak.com/category/bird-photography-weekly/”><img src=”http://birdfreak.com/images/bpw-sharing-logo-wide.jpg” width=”225″/></a> Copy this code to place this badge: <a href=”http://birdfreak.com/category/bird-photography-weekly/”><img src=”http://birdfreak.com/images/bpw-sharing-logo-smaller.jpg” width=”125″/></a>