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Ecology. Conservation. Outdoor Living.
Nature has a story…but it lacks a human voice to share it. The purpose of this site is to provide nature with the voice it deserves, inspiring people to protect it. Through an array of stunning visual media and compelling stories about ecology, conservation, and life in the outdoors, this site will become your go-to hub for learning about the incredible wonders of the Pacific Northwest. Come back time and time again to immerse yourself in the natural world and become motivated to make a positive impact.
Touching Wildness: Rock Wren Encounter
I stepped out the door on a chilly afternoon in mid December hoping to find a raft of river otters that’s known to haunt the Crooked River in Central Oregon. Yep, a group of river otters in the water is called a raft! How cool is that? More on them
Anna’s Hummingbirds – Tiny Survivalists
Words and photography by Leo Fremonti The first time I saw an Anna’s Hummingbird buzzing around in the snow, my jaw dropped. I was so surprised that such a small, delicate species could survive in such harsh conditions. I used to think of hummingbirds as frail specimens that would drop
A Forest Connected Part 2: Deadwood, A Telltale Sign of Life
When a tree falls in the forest, it may or may not make a sound. One thing for sure is that when it does fall, or even just dies, the whole ecological community rejoices for all the benefits it will bring. It may seem that the health of the forest
A Forest Connected, Part One: Douglas Fir
Deeply furrowed bark, needles encircling upsweeping branches, and large scaly cones. When you see these characteristics on a tree, you are probably looking at a Douglas fir, one of the most prominent tree species in the Pacific Northwest. With so many plants, animals and fungi all working together to create
12 Months, 12 Photos: A Year of Nature Photography
Looking back on 2018, it was a year where I really progressed in the craft of photography. Towards the end of the year, my goals with photography began to become more clear, and I realized how much I love telling stories with my images, hence the regular blog posts and
The Reality of Wildlife Photography: 3 Tips for Success
Disclaimer: this article was written during my year spent living abroad in Spain. While none of the subjects are found in the Pacific Northwest, the same lessons apply. Wildlife photography is an art form that has stumped many, and for good reason. It’s a game of trial and tribulation, and
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About Me
Leo Fremonti
Welcome to my site everyone! My name is Leo Fremonti and I’m a nature and wildlife lover from Oregon. With this site, I aim to do more than just provide galleries of stunning imagery from the Pacific Northwest. While such galleries exist on the site, my mission is to tell a story, teach something new, and provide fresh perspectives on topics of wildlife, wilderness and conservation. I will sometimes be controversial. I am human, and I have opinions just like everyone else, but I am always open to discussing these complex topics and having my mind changed in the process. Feel free to contact me for collaborations, general questions, or just to chat!
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