09/07/2026 monthly update from LHPT

IVAD, International Vulture Awareness Day

Yesterday was International Vulture Awareness Day, which feels like the perfect excuse to share my favorite vulture photo to date. This is a rare, partially leucistic Turkey Vulture. The unusual lack of pigment gives it a truly unique look compared to its typical dark-feathered flockmates

08/01/2026 monthly update from LHPT

Summertime Anna's Hummingbird @LakeHodgesPhotoTours

It reached 95°F in the shade today, driving most of the wildlife to seek cover—a smart move. Apologies for missing last month’s entry while catching up on things. Although I planned to share a recap of my recent travels in Europe, my…..

06/01/2026 monthly update from LHPT

Grebe Chicks on back @LakeHodgesPhotoTours

What an incredible month it’s been! First, I’d like to put a big shout out to all of you that were able to …..

05-01-2026 monthly update from LHPT….

Western Grebe and Chick

….The Grebes have been busy, and I’ve spotted a few active nests, so there’s a good likelihood of seeing chicks this season. Unlike the good old days, when there were hundreds of nests, I’ve…..

04/02/2026 Spring is in the air – literally

bobcat@Quail@LakeHodgesPhotoTours

…..April has arrived with LOTS of Spring time activity

I can’t lie, I LOVE this time of year. There is so much activity to watch, and document. Everything from Quail to…..

03/05/2026 A very busy month

Kestrel-Brian_@LakeHodgesPhotoTours

..I spent years on stage as a musician, but these days most of my “front row seats” are out here on Lake Hodges, watching wildlife perform their own unscripted shows. It’s been quite a journey…….

01/29/2026 Lake opening, Valentines day approaching

Clark's Couple @LakeHodgesPhotoTours

..The gentle ripples of the water reflect their connection, embodying the beauty of wildlife in its natural habitat. As a nature photographer and guide, I aim…….

12/04/2025 Grebe courtship has begun

Rushing Clark's Grebes@LakeHodgesPhotoTours

..You can always tell when the first migrating Grebes arrive at Lake Hodges—there’s a sudden uptick in their vocalizations, echoing across the water. Most photographers don’t realize there are actually two…….

11/03/2025 Fall colors and a little bit of everything

Fall colors @LakeHodgesPhotoTours

..the wintering birds arriving at Lake Hodges—a sure sign that the seasons are shifting. But before I dive into the latest sightings here at home, I want to take you somewhere new.

Recently, I had the chance to explore the…….

11/06/2024 PBS Nature

PBS-Days-Edge-Productions at Lake Hodges Photo Tours

….Lake Hodges Photo Tours made it around the big yellow orb one more time and I’m still here and going strong. Covid brought in a huge….

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