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Sheridan Samano
Lynda Gregory
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Costa Rica is five times smaller than our home state of Colorado, and yet it’s home to nearly 5% of the world’s species. 🤯
If you want to visit the region of Costa Rica with the most jaw-dropping wildlife wow factor, head south to the Osa Peninsula. These 700 square miles are almost entirely covered by tropical rainforest. Behind the veils of green, a plethora of species can be spotted.
Watch this space for our favorite sightings from a recent trip to Costa Rica’s Osa!
We’re excited to Toast the Prairie this afternoon with Southern Plains Land Trust. If you’re there, come find us. Sheridan, Chip and Kyle will be there to raise a glass in support of prairie conservation.
The sea turtle conservation world experienced a huge loss last week. We've been involved with SEE Turtles for years and they're one of the best out there. J., you will be missed. Your legacy will live on and as Brad wrote, only 987,000,000 baby sea turtles to go!
Hugs to you, Brad.
by Brad Nahill, SEE Turtles President My first experience with Dr. Wallace J. Nichols (aka J.) was different than most. I didn’t see one of his extraordinary presentations or read one of his numerous books. I was attending the 22nd Annual Sea Turtle Symposium in Miami where Sylvia Earle was giving
Last call for our Colorado wildlife trip next month featuring scenic locations from Buena Vista to the Black Forest. Visiting a long-term study area for Flammulated Owls is sure to be a highlight. Trip dates are July 15-17. Only 1 spot left!
https://reefstorockies.com/group_trips/colorado-birding-2024/
For you Colorado folks - if you're looking for an awesome nature experience locally in the next week or so, it's Calypso orchid prime time. Get out there!
There's still time to register for our Conversation with Southern Plains Land Trust this afternoon at 4 pm mountain time. Directors Henry Po***ck and Judith Westveer will share good news from the prairie and upcoming collaboration trips with R2R to the 'American Serengeti.' If you can't join us online this afternoon, register anyway and we'll send you the recording.
Please register here: https://ow.ly/e99u50S7Ggj
We have two groups exploring the East Coast this week - one in the Carolinas and one in Maine. Check out these smiles!
Here's a reminder about two events happening this week:
India Travel Q&A online today at 4 pm mountain time and Roaming Shadows, An Afternoon with Ladakh, India's snow leopards on Saturday in Denver. Registration links here: https://mailchi.mp/reefstorockies/events
Did you hear the news? On May 25, we’re hosting an afternoon event in Denver with special guest Behzad Larry. Behzad is a professional photographer, historian, adventurer, and dedicated conservationist who specializes in documenting remote reaches of the world. He leads photo tours across India including snow leopard expeditions in Ladakh. He’ll share stories of his involvement with snow leopard tourism and local conservation efforts in Ladakh. This is a unique opportunity to learn what it’s like to search for and photograph this elusive and captivating cat.
The event is from 3-5 pm at Left Hand Brewing's RiNo location. Space is limited to pre-registration is required. Message us to RSVP.
We hosted back-to-back BioBlitz days last weekend at two Audubon-certified bird friendly ranches in SE Colorado. Grassland birds have suffered the biggest population declines of any terrestrial habitat since 1970. Grassland conservation and stewardship is crucial.
We searched high and low and found excellent indicators of quality habitat at both ranches. Check out this collection of images.
Check out our American Serengeti Series for upcoming trips that take you to the heart of these spectacular seas of grass.
Thanks to Christine D. for the people images!
Need some lunchtime reading? Check out our most recent newsletter. Lots of great events happening soon! Open and find out.
https://mailchi.mp/reefstorockies/may2024
Hey, did you know it's Earth Day! Of course you did. We hope you're out enjoying nature a bit.
Slowly making our way through India photos. Here are our favorite tiger shots. This is Riddhi and her three 10-month old cubs. We spent about 1.5 hrs observing this family unit.
A little less than 2 weeks ago, we posted this: Have you ever considered a wildlife safari to India? How about one that seeks to find three of the world’s biggest cats – leopard, snow leopard, and tiger in one trip – while showcasing industry partners committed to community-focused, planet-sensitive tourism? Follow us for the next two weeks as we do just that.
Well, we've managed to find all three of the big cats with far less time in key areas than recommended. There are still a few days left on the trip, but we wanted to share three images that aren't stock photos like those used for the original post.
In May, R2R Co-founder Sheridan Samano will host a Q&A about wildlife travel to India. Keep an eye out for the announcement in case you'd like to learn more.
There's a scenic region in Rajasthan, India where leopards and shepherds are peacefully coexisting. It's one of the most beautiful places we've ever visited.
An epic day at Ranthambore National Park to start April!
We’re a bit behind on India posts. Here’s a little sneak preview of our epic tiger experience at Ranthambore National Park the afternoon of April 1. Five tigers spotted!
Earlier this week, India celebrated Holi, the Festival of Colors marking the arrival of spring. Today was colorful indeed.
It’s rare for us to post food photos even though gastronomy is such an important backdrop to a destination. This vegetarian dinner on our first full day in India, a chef’s selection of dishes showcasing Rajasthan’s culinary highlights, is hands-down one of the best meals we’ve ever experienced during our travels. You know it’s good when wow is heard multiple times throughout. Bonus for a beer with a bird’s name!
Have you ever considered a wildlife safari to India? How about one that seeks to find three of the world’s biggest cats – leopard, snow leopard, and tiger in one trip – while showcasing industry partners committed to community-focused, planet-sensitive tourism? Follow us for the next two weeks as we do just that.
Need something to read over the weekend? Check out these small group itineraries now on our website and open for registration. All of these itineraries are new for 2024 and 2025.
East Meets West - Plains to Peaks
Coastal Carolinas Savage Gardens and Botanical Hotspots
Southeast Colorado Summer Safari
Colorado Summer Birding Hotspots w/ Flammulated Owls
Wildlife Wonders of Mexico - Birds, Butterflies & More
https://reefstorockies.com/group_trips/
Spring magic in Nebraska.
This sounds never gets old. Turn up the volume for full effect. Spring Magic in Nebraska!
Let's end the week with these images of the Habinyanja gorilla family. Habinyanja was one of the first mountain gorilla families to be habituated at Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park in Uganda. There are 13 family members right now including a 3-month old baby. We spent an hour with the family after the rains stopped and feeding, lounging and play commenced. Amazing to say the least.
During our Big Cats Safari to Kenya, we found all three (cheetah, leopard, and lion) + a bonus Small Cat (serval). This big boy made us work the hardest. We searched until our last full day in Kenya for a leopard. Our work paid off with excellent views of this male as he moved from a heavily wooded creek bed to higher ground.
Here are a few stills of that Shoebill we spotted in Uganda last week to end our epic Kenya and Uganda Safari.
It’ll take time to process all the images and videos from our last two weeks in Kenya and Uganda. Here’s a recap from yesterday’s search for the rare and elusive Shoebill, sometimes noted as Uganda’s most sought after bird. It took several hours of searching, but our knowledgeable local guide delivered and made sure we saw a variety of Mabamba’s charismatic species along the way.
Song and dance to get us ready for gorilla trekking.
Big cat drama to end the week. Here you can see five lionesses from the same pride that were engaged in antagonistic interactions with the young males from another pride. You can see the lionesses looking back as they moved away from the males. At the end, one lioness made sure the males knew it was their territory. Shot this morning at Naibosho Conservancy, Kenya.
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We’re excited to Toast the Prairie this afternoon with Southern Plains Land Trust. If you’re there, come find us. Sheridan, Chip and Kyle will be there to raise a glass in support of prairie conservation.
We’re a bit behind on India posts. Here’s a little sneak preview of our epic tiger experience at Ranthambore National Park the afternoon of April 1. Five tigers spotted!
This morning dance on the prairie goes way back. Spring Magic in Nebraska!
This sounds never gets old. Turn up the volume for full effect. Spring Magic in Nebraska!
During our Big Cats Safari to Kenya, we found all three (cheetah, leopard, and lion) + a bonus Small Cat (serval). This big boy made us work the hardest. We searched until our last full day in Kenya for a leopard. Our work paid off with excellent views of this male as he moved from a heavily wooded creek bed to higher ground.
It’ll take time to process all the images and videos from our last two weeks in Kenya and Uganda. Here’s a recap from yesterday’s search for the rare and elusive Shoebill, sometimes noted as Uganda’s most sought after bird. It took several hours of searching, but our knowledgeable local guide delivered and made sure we saw a variety of Mabamba’s charismatic species along the way.
Song and dance to get us ready for gorilla trekking.
Big cat drama to end the week. Here you can see five lionesses from the same pride that were engaged in antagonistic interactions with the young males from another pride. You can see the lionesses looking back as they moved away from the males. At the end, one lioness made sure the males knew it was their territory. Shot this morning at Naibosho Conservancy, Kenya.
Elephants at Maasai Mara, Kenya.
El Rosario Monarch Butterfly Sanctuary - perfect weather to take flight! #monarch #monarchbutterfly #monarca #mariposa #michoacán #mexico #elrosario #migration #traveling #travelinspiration #atmex #visitmexico #adventure #explore #reefstorockies
How about a feeding flamingo to start your Monday? Thanks to Beth D. for sharing this clip from her recent trip to the Galápagos Islands.
Off in search of brown bears…
We love when our urban nature forays take a turn for the wildly exciting. This feline crossed the trail right in front of us earlier this week and then relaxed enough to keep moving along the fence just beyond where we were standing.
Happy Earth Day! Get out there and celebrate! Dancing acceptable.
An epic flight of monarch butterflies at Piedra Herrada this morning as part of our Magical Mexico collaboration trip with Denver Botanic Gardens.
Did you know wallowing by bison plays a key role in prairie diversity? Having bison present helps promote better habitat for flora and fauna. It’s super fun to watch, too!
It’s a fantastic year for monarch butterfly viewing in Mexico. Check out this video of monarchs pouring down the hillside near Piedra Herrada on Monday. Our guests weren’t even at the sanctuary yet! This could be you!
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