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Adventures, Travel, Tips & Tricks, Gear Reviews, Hiking, Backpacking and Exploring all through the lens of a camera. Looking for Tips & Tricks or the best locations for Landscape, or Wildlife photography. Look no further, sometimes getting those great shots may require some hiking or back country backpacking to get them. Our goal at Shutter Bison is to provide you with as much information or details to improve your photography skills or to just have more fun in the great outdoors.
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Pasadena Audubon Society (PAS)
The Pasadena Audubon Society (PAS) is a non-profit organization founded in 1904 with the aim of promoting the conservation of birds


Don't be a Trail Idiot: You Get to Decide
It's hard to decide who truly is the Trail Idiot here. The people who break the rules or the ones who should be enforcing the rules.


Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center
A sanctuary dedicated to preserving Alaska’s wildlife through conservation, education, research, and quality animal care
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Mastering Depth of Field: A Guide to Creating Stunning Photos
Depth of field is a term commonly used in photography, and refers to the range of distance in a scene that appears acceptably sharp in an im


Sony FE 200-600mm f/5.6-6.3 G OSS Lens
If you're a wildlife photographer or a sports photographer, having a long-range telephoto lens is essential


Birds are Amazing: The Turkey Vulture
The Turkey Vulture, also known as the turkey buzzard, is a fascinating bird of prey found in North and South America


Birdwatching at Hansen Dam Nature Preserve
Hanson Dam Nature Preserve, located at the base of the Angeles Crest Mountains of Southern California, is a beautiful and diverse ecosystem


Which Bear-Resistant Container is Best for You?
Planning a backpacking trip in bear country, it's essential to take precautions to keep your food and scented items safe from bears.


Sony FE 90mm f/2.8 Macro G OSS Lens
The Sony FE 90mm f/2.8 Macro G OSS Lens is a high-quality lens designed specifically for Sony's full-frame mirrorless cameras.


Demystifying Bokeh: Understanding the Art of Blurred Backgrounds in Photography
In photography, bokeh is not just about creating a blurred background. It is also about creating a mood and conveying emotions.


Insects are Amazing: Bark Scorpion
The Scorpion is a prehistoric insect that has been around for over 400 million years and will be around to the end of time


5 Simple Ways You Can Make a Big Impact on Earth Day and Every Day
Earth Day is celebrated every year on April 22nd to promote environmental protection and raise awareness about our planet.


Polarpro Circular Polarizer Filter
A circular polarizer filter is a landscape photographer's most sought-after camera accessory as it helps bring contrast and vivid, natural saturation to a photograph. Normally, a CP is used for landscape compositions featuring water, snow, ice, blue skies, and foliage as it can help darken the sky, remove reflections, and reduce unwanted glare from the scene.


Photo Lighting Tip: Keep the Sun at Your Back
As a wildlife photographer, one of the most important factors to consider when taking photos is the lighting.


Birding at the Los Angeles Arboretum
Birdwatching is a fascinating and exciting activity that allows us to appreciate the beauty and diversity of our feathered friends.


Patagonia Black Hole Duffel - 40L
The Patagonia Black Hole 40L Duffel bag is an excellent choice for travelers who are looking for a durable and spacious bag


Merging Photos into an HDR (High Dynamic Range) image in Adobe Lightroom
Merging photos into an HDR (High Dynamic Range) image in Adobe Lightroom is a powerful technique that allows you to combine multiple photos


Leave No Trace
Leave No Trace is a set of principles aimed at helping people enjoy the outdoors responsibly while minimizing their impact the environment


Birds are Amazing: The Great Blue Heron
The Great Blue Heron is a magnificent bird that can be found across much of North America, from Canada down to Mexico


Gossamer LT5 Trekking Poles
The most portable poles we have ever made, our LT5s are some of the lightest 3-piece poles on the planet.


Pros and Cons of a Zoom Telephoto versus a Prime Telephoto Lens
Telephoto lenses are essential tools for many photographers who want to capture subjects at a distance.


The Wild, Wild West is Back in California
Leaving California because due to rising homeless population, out of control taxes and the lack of enforcing crime


5 Great Places to Birdwatch in Los Angeles
You wouldn't think that there would be many places to Birdwatch in Los Angeles, but you would be right. Kind of...


Nikon NIKKOR Z 14-24mm f/2.8 S Lens
If you're a professional real estate photographer, you know that having the right equipment is crucial to capturing stunning images


Sony Alpha A7R IV for Wildlife Photography
Wildlife photography is a challenging and rewarding genre of photography that requires patience, skill, and the right equipment.


Sea to Summit Aeros Premium Pillow
Luxurious, high-performance comfort without a lot of bulk, the Sea to Summit Aeros Premium pillow


Glaciers in Alaska: A Look into the Natural Wonders of the Last Frontier
Alaska is home to some of the largest glaciers in the world, and they are considered to be one of the most remarkable natural wonders.
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