What an excellent week with a great group of folks in fort DeSoto last week. We had colder temps than normal, what felt like gale force winds at times and a thunder storm complete with torrential rain one evening but, none of that stopped anyone from learning new techniques and applying them to their photography so that they all went home with a very nice collection of great images and memories. Thanks to everyone for making the safari such a fun time. And a special thanks to my “assistant”, Moose who went beyond the call of duty to make sure everyone was capturing beautiful images and learning proper shooting techniques.

Before heading back home to prepare for my next great adventure, DLWS Moab, I am spending a couple of days at Crystal River snorkeling and photographing the Manatees. What an amazing experience to have these gentle giants within reach, friendly and curious about the strange creatures that visit the waters they call home.

Schools of fish were nearly as tame as the Manatees, allowing a close approach for photographs.

Images captured with Canon G9 in Canon WP-DC21 underwater housing on Lexar Digital Media