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We just wrapped up our 2026 Alaskan Brown Bear Photo Adventure. After a rough start with the weather, we traveled by floatplane, boat, and car to photograph Alaskan brown bears up close and done in a safe and ethical way. This turned out to be an exceptional year for cubs, we photographed many cubs of the year and witnessed the rare sight of five cubs playing together: two mother bears, likely sisters, one with triplets and the other with twins. The close encounters, dramatic light, and playful family dynamics made this trip particularly rewarding us all.

Travel BlogJennifer WarnerSeptember 7, 2026Bears, Alaska, Alaskan Brown Bear, Wildlife, Animal, Landscape, Workshop, Trip ReportComment

Wildside Nature Tours Sandhill Crane Migration Workshop Trip Report

We just returned back from one of the most spectacular wildlife experiences in the world, the Sandhill Crane migration along the Platte River in Nebraska and my heart is full. Leading this trip for Wildside Nature Tours and getting to share special places like this one with my clients brings me so much joy.

With nearly half a million cranes flying over head and taking off and landing on the river each morning and evening is unlike anything else you will see in the world. Sandhill Cranes stand roughly four feet tall and use this critical stop over in Nebraska to rest and refuel for their long journey to their breeding grounds. Without this habitat these birds would have a nearly impossible task of making it all the way north.