How to Get a Drone Out of a Tree – 5 Simple Steps
Flying a drone can be a difficult task, even if you are an experienced flier. Because of obstacles and demanding terrains, you are guaranteed to get your drone stuck in a tree from time to time. Instead of panicking when this happens, it’s important to know how to get a drone out of a tree […]
Continue readingDark-eyed Junco: Field Guide, Pictures, Habitat & Info
There are few birds more prolific in North America than the Dark-eyed Junco. Most of the year, you’ll find them in abundance in America, Canada’s western mountains, and the Northeast US. However, it’s during winter that these tiny, flashy sparrows truly make an entrance. If you’ve ever heard the term “snowbird’ used for someone who […]
Continue readingCommon Grackle: Field Guide, Pictures, Habitat & Info
A Common Grackle is a tall blackbird with a longer tail than most blackbirds. These birds have distinctive tapered bills, glossy bodies, and yellow eyes. These purplish-black birds are seen all over the United States, so it’s not that hard for you to find them. Grackles like to walk in fields and lawns with their […]
Continue readingWhat Is Shutter Speed: Photography Basics Explained
What Is Shutter Speed? To understand shutter speed, you first need to know what a shutter is and the function it serves in a camera. Cameras take pictures by exposing a digital sensor or film to light, while the shutter is the barrier between the sensor and light. When you snap a photo, the button […]
Continue readingHow Long Do House Finches Live?
The chipper House Finch likes to make its home near human dwellings. Though they were briefly sold as caged pets in the 1940s, House Finches won’t live as long indoors despite their name (and it’s illegal to keep American migratory birds as pets¹). They prefer to fly free and drop in for a backyard visit […]
Continue readingHow to Become a Freelance Photographer – A Step-by-step Guide
If you’ve been enjoying photography for a while, the thought of turning your hobby into a business has probably crossed your mind more than once – after all, who doesn’t enjoy getting paid for doing what they love? It might seem too good to be true, but there are plenty of ways you can make […]
Continue readingCan You Shoot a Drone Over Your Property?
Although drones can be a lot of fun to fly, they can become a nuisance whenever other people constantly fly them onto your property. If you are having issues with people flying drones over your land, you might be looking for ways to get rid of the problem. One option that many individuals think about […]
Continue readingCan You Fly Drones in State Parks? What You Need to Know!
Drones are a great way to get killer shots that you can’t get from the ground. What better place to get fantastic shots using your drone than at state parks? State parks provide beautiful scenery that is worth photographing. Unfortunately, many state parks prohibit the use of drones, though not all. You will have to […]
Continue readingWhat Does a Diamond Look Like Through a Loupe?
Most diamonds are gem-quality diamonds that have already been cut and polished. Some have been altered slightly more to remove their imperfections (or cover them up). For that reason, when using a magnifying device called a loupe, a diamond will have a faceted look and a specific shape based on how they were cut. When […]
Continue readingCan You Hunt on Sunday in West Virginia? Everything You Need to Know!
Known as the “Wild and Wonderful,” West Virginia is home to abundant wildlife and is a haven for people who love indulging in outdoor activities. If you are a hunter, you may find West Virginia an oasis with many opportunities to hunt. But is hunting allowed in West Virginia on Sunday? Yes, fortunately, the long-held […]
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