St. Andrews State Park – Camper’s Review with Pictures

Hello everyone! Thanks for coming to Out of the Wilderness. I know you’re curious about St. Andrews State Park in the Panama City Beach area of Florida, and I was, too, just a few weeks ago. I’ve been camping around Florida since early January and writing about it, along with pictures from the parks whereContinue reading “St. Andrews State Park – Camper’s Review with Pictures”

Night photography when it’s frickin cold outside

I’m camping around Florida (more on that here) and last night I was determined to get some late night astrophotography. It’s been cloudy for days but the sky opened up late afternoon yesterday, OK it’s on! I reviewed the settings to use in order to get the best starry photographs and every few minutes, ampedContinue reading “Night photography when it’s frickin cold outside”

Birds of Paradise – a few pictures from the Florida Gulf Coast

I loved seeing all this wildlife on the gulf coast of Florida last week. Below are 7 birds I was able to photograph, labeled with what kind they are. Some let me get kind of close but thanks to my Sony 350mm zoom lens, it looks like I’m a lot closer than I am… exceptContinue reading “Birds of Paradise – a few pictures from the Florida Gulf Coast”

Bonus photos from touring around central Florida

It’s been such an adventure touring around Florida. I’ve written about it in the past, including my thoughts and lots of photos. Of course, though, there are photos that just don’t quite fit (or weren’t even recorded yet) so this post is all about those misfit photos! Take a look below and be sure toContinue reading “Bonus photos from touring around central Florida”

Favorite beach photos from the Daytona area

For most of January I’ve been doing a little tour around the central Florida area. It’s been a blast, with only a few hiccups. Mostly just getting called out by a lifeguard for having my dogs on a beach where they aren’t welcome, as well as staying at an RV park (my first ever) thatContinue reading “Favorite beach photos from the Daytona area”