Enjoying Outside Inside - Nature Photography Websites

Oak Woodlands by Lake Berryessa
Yes, it’s hot! Stay cool, drink water, and relax.
I am looking forward to the coming cooler weather and getting outside to explore the Berryessa Snow Mountain National Monument region. There are many wonderful places to visit, landscapes to see, and wildlife to see. Until I get back to exploring our deep home place (which is what Tuleyome means), I look at beautiful pictures from around the world. Here are some of the websites I enjoy visiting. Grab a cool beverage and enjoy! (And make a list of places you want to visit!)
I’m sure you have heard of National Geographic; they’ve been around a while. I remember looking through the hundreds of National Geographic magazines in my grandparents’ basement. You can now enjoy some of what they have on offer online. They have a Photo of the Day - a photo selected from their archives. Unfortunately, unless you have a subscription, you can only enjoy four articles.
One does not need a subscription to read the articles on Outside. While there is no dedicated photo gallery, the photos in the articles are wonderful. Check out the pictures and stay for the articles!
Outdoor Photographer showcases photos taken by members. Fortunately, you do not need to be a member to view the pictures. There are multiple galleries, but my favorites are the Members Gallery and the Wildlife Gallery. There are also photo contests – you can enjoy the submissions to past contest submit photos to current contests.
Additionally, there are multiple sites dedicated to showcasing photos from the public. Flickr, 500px, and SmugMug all have galleries to explore. When you make your way to Flickr, be sure to check out our photos!
If you are on social media, you already know that Instagram is great place to see photos. If you don’t know much about it, Instagram has an easy search function that allows you to search for photos “tagged” with different topics/subjects (hashtags).
There is no substitute for getting to see places in person. However, there is absolutely no substitute for staying safe. Enjoy the photos on these sites, and they will inspire you to experience the beauty in your own area.
-Nate Lillge (nlillge@tuleyome.org)
Tuleyome Adventures and Engagement Director
Certified California Naturalist
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