The squirrels were very busy yesterday. This squirrel house, aka bird house, was customized by the squirrels last year. It was originally a 2 story house, but the squirrels ate thru to the second floor and made a nest. I think the 3-4 young squirrels come back to their home...yet there is often one in there, I think a mom with some new babies. The one inside would not let any of the others inside, It was fun to watch. I had my camera on a tripod in my house. Sony A7lll with a Sony 100-400 lens.

I have the MagMod Snoot only used it once. I do use some of the other MagMod diffusers and love them. I am not selling the connector. The Snoot is in excellent condition, only used once time.

Shipping not included, $8 shipping.

You can see it here.
https://magnetmod.com/collections/modifiers/products/magsnoot

Sorry for the delay in responding. I have sold the MagBeam but I still have the Snoot.
It was used once, so you can check the site to get more information about this.

https://magnetmod.com/collections/modifiers/products/magsnoot

I will sell for $35 plus $8 shipping.
Roni

I have these and haven't used them in a while. I do use some of the other MagMod diffusers and love them. I am not selling the connectors. Both are in excellent condition, only used 1-2 times.
MagMod Snoot for $35
MagBeam with tele lens for $50
Both for $75.
Shipping not included, $8 shipping for both or each.
Photos on request.

I completely agree with you. It def has it's place. As we all get older, it gets more and more difficult to shlep heavy cameras and heavy lenses. This is a great alternative.

I have several *better* lenses. I think this is a great walk around/travel lens when you don't want to take many lenses or heavy ones. I have a good friend, has the best Nikon cameras..D5, D4 and she uses the Nikon 28-300 when she travels. She is an amazing photographer!!

My good friend, amazing wildlife photographer and conservationist has given a TED talk on *Take a Stand for Those Who Have No Voice*
I am so proud to call him my friend...excited to be going with him to Africa!

https://youtu.be/YIla0fVByWQ

I have this lens and hadn't used it in a long time. I have a Nikon D750. I went to the zoo recently, hand holding and using back button focus with VR on. I realized that the VR is activated when you slightly press the shutter button down, it is not the same with back button focus. I turned off the VR and did get better images.
If this is not correct, please let me know.
I am posting one of the images
Settings, F6.3 1/60 Iso 1250 at 180 focal length. This image was taken hand held thru the glass.

Having gone to the Optic 2019, my 3rd. This is a great event. B&H does an awesome job with great presentations, lots of vendor and it is all free!!

I always carry the TSA locks when I travel. I lock all valuables in my suitcase.

A friend of mine who is an awesome wildlife photographer has a great trip to Yellowstone in Winter. He has been going there for many years. Check out his website!
https://theelementsofnature.net/

Dear Adventurers, Travelers, and Photographers,

I hope your spring has been enjoyable and photographically exciting. Knowing you and your photographic interests, I am proud to share with you a unique photographic opportunity. Master Wildlife Photographer Scott Joshua Dere will be leading a photographic workshop to Yellowstone National Park in January 2020.

The trip offered surpasses many others, as it will give photographers the opportunity to take an exclusive Winter Yellowstone trip with a Master Photographer as the guide and instructor. This photographic opportunity will be from January 10th -16th, 2020, with arrival at Bozeman Montana on the 10th and departure on the 16th. There will be the ability to extend your trip till January 19th at the north gate of Yellowstone in Gardiner, Montana as well. Winter in Yellowstone can be brutally cold, so The Elements of Nature has reserved a Snow Coach to travel in and around the park in comfort. The Snow Coach will give you shelter from the elements as we traverse the Caldera of the Super Volcano that makes up the Greater Yellowstone ecosystem in style. This trip is exclusive to just 8 participants in order to provide the maximum room for viewing opportunities with room for camera gear as well.

Scott Joshua Dere, your leader, has been traveling to Yellowstone National Park for the last 10 years. During these expeditions, Scott has discovered that the photographic opportunities are abundant in the winter months as the animals are on a constant search for food. Often this leaves them out in the open exposed to the elements and in good proximity for photography. One of the best places to find animals is in the Madison River Valley where one can see Bison, Coyote, Elk, assorted Ducks and Swan and possibly the elusive Bobcat. Other animals common to this part of Yellowstone are the rare Wolf, Ermine, Pine Martin, Hare, Badger and both Bald and Golden Eagles.

Several of Scott Dere’s published images, as well as many awards winning Photographs have been taken on the exact path we have mapped out for your adventure. Everyday lunch will be taken at the state of the Welcome Center which has lots of great food eat and activities to do besides watch one of the most predictable and famous geysers in the world, Old Faithful. This is the best safari one can take in the United States right now, guaranteeing outstanding photography of one of the most pristine wild places in the country today. Accommodations have been made on your behalf in the quaint town of West Yellowstone, Montana. This town sits at the boarder of the West Gate of Yellowstone National Park, which can only be accessed, by Snowmobile or Snow Coach during the winter season. No one can enter the park during the winter months without a certified guide.

Your Naturalist, Guide, and Driver will be Chris Daniel, a long time friend of Scott and a resident of West Yellowstone. Chris is an excellent Fly-fishing guide during the summer, as well as a veteran Snowmobile guide in and out of the park in winter. Chris is an excellent source of knowledge, with understanding of the Park as well as a great tracker. Having guides of this magnitude allows for a better understanding of the animal’s behaviors, which in turn help anticipate their movements for better images. It also will enhance the learning experience as we explore all the nuances the park has to offer.

Join Scott Dere and The Elements of Nature for a memorable trip that you will never forget. Enjoy the sites of America’s #1 National Park while receiving the best photographic instruction by a Master Photographer while gaining knowledge from the most experienced of guides in the Park. Not only will you have the chance to photograph Yellowstone's incredible wildlife, but also its magnificent smoldering landscapes in the process. The land is alive with erupting geysers and amazing waterfalls and this trip is sure to leave you in awe from the natural beauty of the park.

Please contact me with any questions and for more information about the itinerary regarding this exclusive opportunity at....
info@theelementsofnature.com.

Creatively Yours,
Master Cr. Photographer,
Scott J Dere
info@theelementsofnature.com
www.TheElementsofNature.com
Instagram: @TheElementofNature

I have a Think Tank navigator bag. I love it. I love that I can put 2 cameras with lenses in, and just open the top to remove them. I don't have to lay the bag down.

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LOL, thanks so much for your great comment!

I was driving home, after an assignment from the paper I work for. I decided to drive by some local osprey nests. What a surprise to see 5-6 osprey flying overhead. I only had my Nikon D750 with a Nikon 28-300 lens. I got many images, but this one was one of the best. When I got it on my computer I realized she was looking right at me!!!
Enjoy!

Thanks so much!