A winter hike out at Busch Wildlife. Lakes all frozen with lots of ice fisherman out on them.

A perfectly still, beautiful evening at Busch Wildlife.

Camping at Ray Behrens, took a drive to the Union Covered Bridge in Paris, MO. Pretty sunset as I passed the Elk Fork of the Salt River.

A trip to the West Alton Riverlands on a cold, sunny day to capture the frozen river.

Beautiful day exploring the West Alton Riverlands. One of my favorite locations to hike.

Lake 11 at Busch Wildlife is one of my favorite spots on calm evenings for sunset photos.

Thanksgiving Day is just a day set aside to remind us to give thanks for the known and unknown persons that have given in some way to make the world we live in a better place. Give thanks is good for the soul.

The few nice days in the middle of winter bring beautiful, unique sunsets on Mark Twain Lake.

As the sun dips below the horizon on Mark Twain Lake, a breathtaking spectacle unfolds, painting the sky with hues of fiery orange, vibrant pink, and deep purple. The reflections on the water’s surface mirror this celestial display, creating an illusion of fireworks exploding across the tranquil lake. Streaks of light shoot across the sky like shooting stars, while the clouds ignite with color, resembling bursts of vibrant blooms. This natural firework show is a symphony of light and color, a perfect ending to a day spent enjoying the beauty of Mark Twain Lake.

The Blue Ridge Parkway is a stunningly scenic road that winds its way through the Appalachian Mountains, offering breathtaking views of the surrounding landscapes. A drive along the Parkway, especially through the section that traverses the Great Smoky Mountains, is an unforgettable experience.