Maple Burst

A new image from the magical birch forest at Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore. I first set foot in these woods in 2001 and was overwhelmed by the kalaidescope of colors interdispersed amoung the birch trees. I have never been able to catch the forest since in all its spendor and glory and perfect light until last October, 2007 when this image (and others) were taken...

Backlit Birches

Once again, another upland area of Seney National Wildlife Refuge. This was taken during a "Rod Planck" tour at a remote location of the refuge. I was captivated by the the sun shining through the back side of the birch trees creating somewhat of a neon feel to the scene...