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Patches of snow and ice cling to the dune slopes, while the blue expanse of Lake Michigan meets the horizon under a clouded sky. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67950247d054d85ec9815cad/ed130c86-85f7-4820-a043-64d99e817e4f/24888311173_437c89c5ea_o.jpg Photo - Landscapes A panoramic view of Sleeping Bear Dune from Empire Bluff, with South Manitou Island visible in the distance. The deep blue waters of Lake Michigan stretch across the horizon under a sky with soft clouds, while golden light highlights the rugged dune slopes. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67950247d054d85ec9815cad/f278c903-fb68-421e-8254-a8b7b9285dd0/39385619274_432f097eb0_o.jpg Photo - Landscapes A high-resolution black-and-white image of a still kettle lake, stitched from 134 images. The lake’s reflective surface is dotted with floating vegetation, bordered by a lush forest. The grayscale palette emphasizes the textures of the trees and rippling water. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67950247d054d85ec9815cad/dbf8ebf7-8ec9-4900-a2e4-8499dbc33442/IMG_1930-Enhanced-RD.jpg Photo - Landscapes Sleeping Bear Dune from Empire Bluff, with Lake Michigan partially covered in ice. The frozen lake features fragmented ice floes stretching into the distance. The snow-covered dune slopes glow in the soft winter light, contrasting with the deep blue of the sky. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67950247d054d85ec9815cad/0d348cb6-393e-4d7c-91f5-db86039c7ea6/33887649371_b7cf952b1f_o.jpg Photo - Landscapes Sand dunes near Point Betsie, where rolling hills of pale sand meet the vivid blue of Lake Michigan. Sparse trees and dry grasses dot the landscape, while the horizon blends sky and water in a seamless expanse under a clear blue sky. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67950247d054d85ec9815cad/9c040df2-45cc-48d6-8e69-a80cd3883651/_MG_0232.jpg Photo - Landscapes Nimbus Mountain near Kitimat, BC, shrouded in mist. The rugged, snow-dusted peaks rise dramatically above dense evergreen forests, while wisps of low-hanging clouds weave through the valleys. The stormy sky and deep green slopes add to the scene’s moody atmosphere. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67950247d054d85ec9815cad/569da3cf-bf1b-4ce7-95bd-bd72f382f85a/_MG_0310.jpg Photo - Landscapes Nimbus Mountain, its rugged, snow-streaked slopes rising against a cloudy sky. A rocky valley carved by glacial meltwater descends into a dense forest, with a winding stream cutting through the green slopes below. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67950247d054d85ec9815cad/3905f440-f833-43cb-a866-3d4575fae026/_Q4A5384.jpg Photo - Landscapes Michipicoten Island from 10,000m above Lake Superior, appearing as a dark landmass surrounded by the pale blue expanse of water and sky. Wisps of clouds stretch across the horizon, blending with the distant shoreline. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67950247d054d85ec9815cad/7c50f6f0-d847-4a25-bac6-7629374135d1/IMG_5270.jpg Photo - Landscapes Mouth of the Platte River looking north toward Sleeping Bear Dunes. Shallow pools reflect the pastel hues of dawn, while sandbars and water channels create a dynamic landscape. North and South Manitou Islands appear as faint silhouettes on the horizon. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67950247d054d85ec9815cad/ae04a60a-d9f4-438a-902b-71691305fb9e/IMG_5288.jpg Photo - Landscapes Alluvial formation at the mouth of the Platte River, looking west over Lake Michigan. The smooth, curving shoreline is bathed in soft twilight, reflecting bands of pink and blue across the calm water. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67950247d054d85ec9815cad/7cf0b62d-800f-4dcf-ba64-626c292f8ef6/IMG_9163-Enhanced-NR.jpg Photo - Landscapes Lake Michigan windy water texture and color from atop Pyramid Point. A vast expanse of deep blue waves extends to the horizon, where South Fox Island is barely visible beneath a muted sky. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67950247d054d85ec9815cad/e64d4f9a-41d5-4ed8-9d2a-27559da32451/IMG_9179-Enhanced-NR.jpg Photo - Landscapes Lake Michigan waters overlaid with tree branches from atop Pyramid Point. Bare, twisting limbs frame the distant horizon, contrasting against the deep blue expanse of water and the subtle pinks of the evening sky. https://www.matthewkern.work/photo/people monthly 0.5 2025-01-31 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67950247d054d85ec9815cad/0e97ec6b-335e-493d-88c6-c0a359fffba4/IMG_0124.jpg Photo - People A silhouette of a person paddling a canoe, framed against the warm hues of a sunset reflecting off the calm waters. The figure is facing away from the camera, adding a sense of solitude and contemplation. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67950247d054d85ec9815cad/4ba9b7e6-0477-481e-b609-49302927dfac/IMG_8469-2.jpg Photo - People A person cradles five freshly gathered eggs—four brown and one white—in cupped hands. The eggs have a natural matte sheen, their surfaces catching the soft light filtering in from a window. The background is dark and blurred, drawing attention to the warmth of the hands and the delicate smoothness of the eggs. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67950247d054d85ec9815cad/ad97eff4-c180-4361-a93f-ecb5fb237fcb/09250037.jpg Photo - People An even tighter shot of the muddy Manoomin seed ball, highlighting the delicate sprouts and the wet texture of the soil. The background is softly blurred, drawing attention to the seeds’ intricate details. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67950247d054d85ec9815cad/add3aaad-bcf8-4114-b2e4-046b5cb58573/09250049.jpg Photo - People A close-up of a rough and weathered hand gently cradling a ball of Manoomin seeds (Zizania palustris) embedded in rich, wet mud. The long braids hanging down the front of a beige shirt suggest a connection to traditional practices. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67950247d054d85ec9815cad/003224a7-c99f-4e41-95d7-fb9a4fa03638/09250058.jpg Photo - People A dynamic action shot of a tall Potawatomi man standing barefoot on a grassy shoreline, throwing a Manoomin seed ball into the water. His long braids swing through the air, capturing the energy and significance of the movement. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67950247d054d85ec9815cad/51c02e02-9e9b-4dd6-9191-6093471ed8fa/_Q4A9784.jpg Photo - People A lone figure dressed in full camouflage stands on a gravel road, gazing at a helicopter in the distant, misty landscape. The tall evergreen trees and overcast sky enhance the mood of isolation and quiet observation. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67950247d054d85ec9815cad/9bad1c66-8c16-436d-9f4c-5d99fe3ab541/IMG_2682-2.jpg Photo - People A pair of hands, stained slightly blue, rest on the edge of a large basin used for mixing natural Indigo dye. The composition focuses on the hands’ texture and the deep blue hues of the basin. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67950247d054d85ec9815cad/1ad93713-c0c9-475d-89ae-260b8df05465/IMG_7407.jpg Photo - People A hand carefully positions a cloth-covered layer of shredded apples onto a wooden cider press. The rustic setting, with deep greens and browns, emphasizes the traditional craft of cider-making. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67950247d054d85ec9815cad/1de00b23-a1fa-46ac-8f32-bf870de4c062/IMG_7409.jpg Photo - People A top-down view of a pair of hands selecting bright red apples from a large metal basin. The apples' glossy surfaces contrast with the soft lighting, making them appear ripe and fresh. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67950247d054d85ec9815cad/589f173b-d4b0-4304-976c-a0485e9e3751/IMG_7417.jpg Photo - People A hand gestures toward a stream of rich, golden cider flowing from a wooden press into a metal bucket. The bubbles and froth in the juice add a sense of freshness and movement. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67950247d054d85ec9815cad/c9dfc3ae-61f1-4bbe-b1fb-03e9e21db149/IMG_8899.jpg Photo - People A close-up of an outstretched hand holding a minuscule green frog, set against a softly blurred green background. The fine details of the frog and the texture of the hand are in sharp contrast. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67950247d054d85ec9815cad/6028797d-b8f9-4b6d-aab0-bdbe1695064a/IMG_8401-2.jpg Photo - People One person in a gray shirt holds a measuring tape while looking toward another person walking into the distance, stretching the tape across a field of dried grasses. The landscape has warm autumn tones, with a line of trees in the background turning golden yellow. The swale will help with water retention for the planned orchard. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67950247d054d85ec9815cad/c9642c41-300d-4071-9140-2374be8ad1bf/IMG_8411-2.jpg Photo - People A freshly dug earthen trench curves through the field, its edges still rough from digging. Two children climb in and out of the ditch, their jackets and hands smudged with soil. One adult leans on a shovel, while another stands on the edge of the swale, surveying the work. The black-and-white tone emphasizes the texture of the dirt and the contrast between the children’s movement and the adults’ stillness. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67950247d054d85ec9815cad/29c19e0c-fd7e-4ea6-9b5f-9d385e58b86d/IMG_8440-2.jpg Photo - People A young child, wearing a gray long-sleeved shirt, holds out their palm, displaying a small, irregularly shaped seed ball made of packed earth and plant seeds. The child's fingers are stained with soil, and the warm golden light of late afternoon highlights the texture of the dirt and creases of the skin. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67950247d054d85ec9815cad/43f5c4ff-0ee5-437f-8b08-8d806fec9ad3/PA140026.jpg Photo - People A person dressed in a bright orange safety vest and a deep blue fleece jacket stands on a forest path lined with golden autumn leaves. They hold an oversized striped maple leaf in front of their face, obscuring their features. The leaf’s deep green veins contrast with its lighter surface. Behind them, sugar maples (Acer saccharum) and beech trees (Fagus grandifolia) create a glowing canopy of yellow and orange. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67950247d054d85ec9815cad/9aed4403-ce7a-4adc-9e98-9e9c6c89c242/IMG_9510.jpg Photo - People A band performs on the white wooden porch of the historic Fountain Point Resort, framed by columns and a red metal roof. A group of people, seated in folding chairs scattered across the lawn, listens as the musicians play upright bass, guitar, banjo, and mandolin. A recording sign flutters in the breeze, and long evening shadows stretch across the grass. https://www.matthewkern.work/photo/plants-animals-fungi monthly 0.5 2025-01-31 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67950247d054d85ec9815cad/e0b198d1-74dc-4dcc-82b3-b776c84c3549/IMG_8001.jpg Photo - Plants, Animals, & Fungi A cluster of bright yellow trout lilies (Erythronium americanum) in full bloom, with their delicate petals curving backward and dark brown stamens extending downward. The flowers are surrounded by green, mottled leaves, dappled in sunlight filtering through the forest canopy. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67950247d054d85ec9815cad/ae7ce049-9c3c-40af-9e20-009e40c82160/IMG_4683.jpg Photo - Plants, Animals, & Fungi A close-up of a single trout lily (Erythronium americanum) leaf emerging from a bed of brown, decaying leaves. A hand gently lifts the young plant, revealing its distinctive green and dark mottled pattern, a sign of early spring growth in the woodland understory. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67950247d054d85ec9815cad/bc489969-3609-4d70-b86b-d771d5cecc9b/IMG_3405.jpg Photo - Plants, Animals, & Fungi An extreme close-up of a single trout lily (Erythronium americanum) flower, showcasing its vivid yellow petals gracefully curling back, exposing deep reddish-brown stamens dusted with pollen. The soft-focus background emphasizes the intricate details of the delicate bloom. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67950247d054d85ec9815cad/61a51918-3e00-43bb-a37a-5d2540f0a2b7/IMG_0095.jpg Photo - Plants, Animals, & Fungi A close-up of a cluster of vibrant magenta wild pea (Lathyrus latifolius) flowers, their delicate petals overlapping in a cascading pattern. Tendrils curl from the plant’s slender green stems, set against a lush, softly blurred green background. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67950247d054d85ec9815cad/6c0c7d47-e4b4-40c3-a16c-b3c2cf8d1704/P6200510.jpg Photo - Plants, Animals, & Fungi A delicate sweetbrier wild rose (Rosa rubiginosa) in full bloom, with soft pink petals gently fading to white near the center. A cluster of bright yellow stamens radiates from the middle, contrasting against the rich green leaves in the background. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67950247d054d85ec9815cad/eb07b0a9-b67c-40b4-8d64-3be4a398b596/P6180211.jpg Photo - Plants, Animals, & Fungi An extreme close-up of a sweetbrier wild rose (Rosa rubiginosa)’s stamens, with golden pollen-tipped filaments stretching outward. The blurred white petals frame the intricate details, with a soft blue background adding contrast. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67950247d054d85ec9815cad/b6244902-52f8-4fa1-a034-e9b84dcd46fc/IMG_3057.jpg Photo - Plants, Animals, & Fungi A hand holds a striking turkey tail mushroom (Trametes versicolor), its concentric bands of deep blue, gray, and brown resembling tree rings. A small tuft of moss grows atop the fungus, hinting at its woodland habitat. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67950247d054d85ec9815cad/96e7003e-9842-4342-8ac8-2711ee31dbe9/IMG_5429.jpg Photo - Plants, Animals, & Fungi A dense cluster of fuzzy green mullein (Verbascum thapsus) leaves growing low to the ground, with their velvety texture and irregular holes from insect activity. Scattered autumn leaves are nestled among them. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67950247d054d85ec9815cad/0e871151-d9de-4acc-bc4a-97ce13077df4/IMG_4671.jpg Photo - Plants, Animals, & Fungi A fresh cluster of ramps, or wild leeks (Allium tricoccum), emerging from a forest floor covered in dried leaves. Their smooth, bright green leaves contrast against the earthy browns. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67950247d054d85ec9815cad/d2edc9cd-2b5c-43c9-85ba-a6ce22879fef/P7260528.jpg Photo - Plants, Animals, & Fungi A cluster of pale pink swamp milkweed (Asclepias incarnata) flowers blooming near a shimmering lake. Delicate blossoms form a rounded cluster, with a black insect clinging to one of the blooms. A faint spiderweb stretches between the leaves. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67950247d054d85ec9815cad/c6f27e1c-9d8f-4d11-b859-0252a0360e54/P7260523.jpg Photo - Plants, Animals, & Fungi A macro shot of a single swamp milkweed (Asclepias incarnata) blossom, revealing intricate curled petals and a pale, star-shaped center. The surrounding flowers blur into a soft pink haze. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67950247d054d85ec9815cad/2c044727-6fb9-496f-bbaf-c38b7d0f594e/IMG_5451.jpg Photo - Plants, Animals, & Fungi A person holds a freshly foraged mushroom (species unknown) with a pale cap and gilled underside, its roots still tangled in damp forest debris. The blurred autumn leaves in the background create a warm, earthy contrast. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67950247d054d85ec9815cad/803b3aca-38c8-4e15-8d5b-7d84acb374f3/F0A2B1E5-25BF-4106-8F9D-623A6806F5DB.jpg Photo - Plants, Animals, & Fungi A cluster of delicate maidenhair ferns (Adiantum pedatum), their fan-shaped fronds arranged in elegant spirals, glowing softly against a deep black background. The intricate details of the feathery leaves stand out. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67950247d054d85ec9815cad/bb7dece9-637d-46e1-91e2-0b86ce41d9ad/04220193.jpg Photo - Plants, Animals, & Fungi A close-up of a wild ginger (Asarum canadense) flower nestled beneath its broad, fuzzy green leaves. The dark maroon petals curve outward, revealing a pale, star-shaped center with intricate reproductive structures. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67950247d054d85ec9815cad/ceab0967-1b82-4a0d-a840-905a25b9f54e/06120020.jpg Photo - Plants, Animals, & Fungi A black-and-white image of two sand coreopsis (Coreopsis lanceolata) flowers, their jagged petals radiating from a dark central disk. High contrast lighting emphasizes the texture and shape of each bloom. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67950247d054d85ec9815cad/844f3473-951d-45d2-939f-55c30d2a4558/04220200-2.jpg Photo - Plants, Animals, & Fungi A single bloodroot (Sanguinaria canadensis) flower with bright white petals and golden-yellow stamens, standing out against a dark forest floor covered in dried leaves. Sunlight catches on the delicate petals. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67950247d054d85ec9815cad/30318ba0-d70f-4685-b96b-610f08f80c30/IMG_3435.jpg Photo - Plants, Animals, & Fungi An extreme close-up of a bloodroot (Sanguinaria canadensis) flower, its crisp white petals framing a vibrant cluster of golden stamens. The fine details of pollen and petal texture are visible. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67950247d054d85ec9815cad/ebac0f9a-83f4-4c16-b10e-52e75991a03f/IMG_3046.jpg Photo - Plants, Animals, & Fungi A monochrome image of a wild raspberry vine (Rubus strigosus) climbing against the rough bark of a tree. The jagged, serrated leaves contrast with the deep shadows of the textured trunk. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67950247d054d85ec9815cad/be9c5599-1830-4db5-8e39-cc5ba5d79ee8/1A28B3F4-CCA3-45EB-BC8C-07AE9F6155DB.jpg Photo - Plants, Animals, & Fungi A dark woodland scene with dense green foliage of Canada anemone (Anemone canadensis) leaves, interspersed with scattered bright yellow swamp buttercup (Ranunculus hispidus) flowers. A single beam of sunlight illuminates a small section of the plants, highlighting the leaf patterns and delicate blossoms. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67950247d054d85ec9815cad/15b1cd3a-6e2d-454b-aa81-30b17067da71/IMG_0010.jpg Photo - Plants, Animals, & Fungi A bed of wild rice (Zizania palustris) stretching across the wetland, with tall, slender green stalks swaying in the breeze. The background consists of a blurred tree line and a sky filled with fluffy white clouds. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67950247d054d85ec9815cad/f62e9bee-9b9c-4af8-aa29-0b2f4596d95f/P7280047.jpg Photo - Plants, Animals, & Fungi A close-up of wild rice (Zizania palustris) flowers, featuring delicate, drooping spikelets tinged with deep purple. The sun shines through the thin stems, illuminating the intricate details of the developing grain against a soft blue sky. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67950247d054d85ec9815cad/6f53ffab-b71c-45af-8b73-dcaa7ac11fec/IMG_5473.jpg Photo - Plants, Animals, & Fungi A maple sapling (Acer sp.) with serrated green leaves beginning to turn yellow at the edges, a sign of seasonal transition. The branching veins of the leaves stand out vividly against the softly blurred forest floor in the background. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67950247d054d85ec9815cad/2321884e-4db6-4d74-8c73-feb68bdc19bf/IMG_8472.jpg Photo - Plants, Animals, & Fungi A single frond of maidenhair fern (Adiantum pedatum), its thin black stems radiating outward with fan-shaped green leaflets. The intricate branching structure of the fern is sharply defined against a softly blurred, earth-toned background. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67950247d054d85ec9815cad/a5998c75-1c77-437d-a0a7-3f898622c829/07190340.jpg Photo - Plants, Animals, & Fungi Two honey bees (Apis mellifera) perched on a blooming wild bergamot (Monarda fistulosa) flower, their wings catching the light as they move between the curled petals. The background is softly blurred with additional bergamot flowers in various stages of bloom. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67950247d054d85ec9815cad/1d475a05-ae82-4913-8f73-1eea150f0ce6/IMG_9823.jpg Photo - Plants, Animals, & Fungi A honey bee (Apis mellifera) clinging to the slender petals of a wild bergamot (Monarda fistulosa) flower, its legs dusted with pollen. The lavender-hued petals curl outward, revealing the flower’s complex structure against a soft-focus green background. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67950247d054d85ec9815cad/87d36e35-c2ee-47e8-beb1-78c842189dff/IMG_9891.jpg Photo - Plants, Animals, & Fungi A great spangled fritillary (Speyeria cybele) butterfly perched on a wild bergamot (Monarda fistulosa) flower, its bright orange wings patterned with black spots. The surrounding foliage is slightly out of focus, emphasizing the butterfly’s striking coloration and the delicate structure of the flower. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67950247d054d85ec9815cad/cd762c6e-5ea0-4820-a820-98f5ce437320/P1040323.jpg Photo - Plants, Animals, & Fungi A cluster of golden chanterelle mushrooms (Cantharellus cibarius) emerging from the forest floor. Their wavy, funnel-shaped caps have a rich yellow-orange hue, with ridged gill-like folds running down their thick stems. The damp earth and scattered leaves surrounding them suggest a moist woodland habitat. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67950247d054d85ec9815cad/af1e8e33-6a57-4dcf-a820-32a3e937cd6f/P4281338.jpg Photo - Plants, Animals, & Fungi A patch of wild ramps (Allium tricoccum) emerging from a bed of dried leaves in an early spring forest. The smooth, vibrant green leaves contrast with the decaying brown foliage, while the pale sky and leafless trees in the background signal the transition between winter and spring. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67950247d054d85ec9815cad/5b31d001-d7f9-4152-ad9f-4e5d3dd51438/P6240666.jpg Photo - Plants, Animals, & Fungi A close-up of butterfly milkweed (Asclepias tuberosa) in bloom, its bright orange flowers clustered tightly together. A hairy, black wasp-like insect clings to the petals, its sturdy legs gripping the delicate structure. (The insect appears to be a type of solitary wasp, possibly in the Sphecidae family, but exact identification is uncertain.) https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67950247d054d85ec9815cad/3c79b560-9353-4d04-ae48-4b1c6dded768/P1020420.jpg Photo - Plants, Animals, & Fungi A small broken branch tip of white pine (Pinus strobus) laying in a blanket of slushy snow. Its delicate green needles fan out from the slender stem, while scattered pine needles from nearby trees lay around it, partially buried in the frozen ground. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67950247d054d85ec9815cad/7a160955-e9c2-4c4b-80ea-87614b1bceed/P1020351.jpg Photo - Plants, Animals, & Fungi A stark, black-and-white image of raspberry (Rubus strigosus) thorny stems, their curved spines reaching outward in twisting, defensive arcs. The snow-covered background isolates the intricate patterns of the plant’s growth. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67950247d054d85ec9815cad/9a6394a0-edb9-4867-8bb6-08f77be8798f/P1020284.jpg Photo - Plants, Animals, & Fungi A monochrome photograph of an American beech (Fagus grandifolia) branch, its thin, slightly curled leaves clinging to the stem, marked with small holes and signs of decay. Tiny, sharp thorns protrude from the branch, standing out against the pale, winter sky. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67950247d054d85ec9815cad/cfe2b798-31d7-4e0f-a61c-d786e6e28191/P1020359.jpg Photo - Plants, Animals, & Fungi A skeletal winter raspberry (Rubus strigosus) cane, its thorn-covered stem arching in an elegant spiral against a stark, snowy backdrop. The smooth, twisting shape is accentuated by the sharp contrast of dark thorns against the white background. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67950247d054d85ec9815cad/301148f1-a552-4a8a-a74b-6b886778f749/01280058.jpg Photo - Plants, Animals, & Fungi A frozen goldenrod (Solidago canadensis) flower encased in a dome of translucent ice, with its brittle, brown flowers preserved inside. 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The marshland extends to the horizon, with subtle variations in vegetation density creating a textured landscape. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67950247d054d85ec9815cad/e76b0e79-225a-4946-8d88-59e5507b8996/DJI_0338-Enhanced-NR.jpg Aerial - Aerial Video & Photo The Lake Michigan shoreline looking south from Elberta Beach glows under the golden light of sunset. Rolling dunes and sandy trails stretch along the coast, meeting the deep blue waters of the lake. Gentle waves ripple toward the shore, and the distant bluffs fade into a hazy horizon. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67950247d054d85ec9815cad/a16264f6-94de-44a1-8647-bd33f0597da2/DJI_0002+copy+2-Enhanced-NR.jpg Aerial - Aerial Video & Photo Grass Lake near Interlochen is surrounded by dense forest, with its calm blue waters contrasting against the green marshlands that encircle it. The wetland vegetation transitions into a thick tree line, while the sky above is a clear, deep blue, stretching endlessly over the tranquil scene. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67950247d054d85ec9815cad/8322d2f8-e3aa-4dd4-8057-386f63b0e14d/DJI_0034.jpg Aerial - Aerial Video & Photo Dead Stream Rd. Crossing over the North Branch Platte River showcases a meandering waterway weaving through a lush, green forest. The winding river snakes beneath a straight, paved road that cuts through the dense foliage, creating a striking contrast between nature and infrastructure. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67950247d054d85ec9815cad/d4f7ec79-fe86-4cb4-a403-0c8e5075ecca/DJI_0003+copy+2-Enhanced-NR.jpg Aerial - Aerial Video & Photo The Upper Betsie River flows through a sprawling wetland, its reflective waters mirroring the sky. The surrounding landscape is covered in vibrant green grasses and patches of darker vegetation. The river twists and turns, creating a natural pattern of curves and oxbows. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67950247d054d85ec9815cad/25e6df23-37b0-4887-bd28-b3d53c51639d/DJI_0069+copy+2.jpg Aerial - Aerial Video & Photo A pine plantation stretches in neat, geometric rows across a rolling landscape. The precisely spaced trees create a mesmerizing pattern of repeating lines, while a single dirt road cuts diagonally through the plantation, adding a contrasting element to the structured scene. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67950247d054d85ec9815cad/159af8a8-239a-4aa4-8970-014304e4985b/%5BGroup+0%5D-DJI_0415_DJI_0427-12+images.jpg Aerial - Aerial Video & Photo The Lake Michigan shoreline looking south from Elberta Beach is illuminated by the warm hues of sunrise or sunset. The sloping dunes and evergreen trees are bathed in golden light, while the water shimmers with gentle waves. Above, a sky filled with soft clouds adds depth to the scene. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67950247d054d85ec9815cad/55237714-5ab7-44ae-b2ef-ac5c71fabb4d/DJI_0004+copy+2-2.jpg Aerial - Aerial Video & Photo A winding stretch of the Upper Betsie River snakes through a vast wetland, its mirrored surface reflecting the sky. The surrounding landscape is a mosaic of green and golden marshland, shaped by the movement of water and time. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67950247d054d85ec9815cad/b2f51118-453e-4dc5-9139-2681a9327b2a/DJI_0010.jpg Aerial - Aerial Video & Photo A sweeping aerial view of the tip of Old Mission Peninsula, where dense forest meets the deep blues of Grand Traverse Bay. A curving shoreline hugs the land, with a winding road disappearing into the trees. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67950247d054d85ec9815cad/e570d17a-b83e-4970-b1ee-1ed3ed9e0f56/DJI_0123+copy+2-Enhanced-NR.jpg Aerial - Aerial Video & Photo A dense mat of lily pads (Nymphaea spp. and Nuphar spp.) floats on still, dark water. Leaves range from deep green to tinged with autumn reds and yellows, their surfaces textured with the marks of a changing season. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67950247d054d85ec9815cad/eadf6088-7949-448f-bd24-2a0ac0c0b433/DJI_0118.jpg Aerial - Aerial Video & Photo The clear, shifting blues of Lake Michigan lap against a sandy shoreline, the water’s gradient transitioning from pale green near the shore to deep turquoise. The beach stretches into the distance, edged by dunes and sparse vegetation. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67950247d054d85ec9815cad/594d579b-5998-4c94-aa0c-7068f617473b/DJI_0340.jpg Aerial - Aerial Video & Photo Waves roll in along Elberta Beach, their crests catching the late-day light. Frankfort Harbor’s breakwall extends into the lake, leading toward the lighthouse, with warm, golden dunes in the foreground. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67950247d054d85ec9815cad/ee418e0e-d48c-43cf-ae75-a6e5265db70a/DJI_0223-Enhanced-NR.jpg Aerial - Aerial Video & Photo An aerial perspective of Crystal Lake, its calm, glassy surface reflecting the sky. The sandy shoreline curves along the water’s edge, meeting the tree-covered ridges that surround the lake. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67950247d054d85ec9815cad/55cc8e22-ddcf-4faf-b31e-70c63dbdb785/DJI_0387-Enhanced-RD.jpg Aerial - Aerial Video & Photo A rugged Lake Michigan shoreline unfolds southward from Elberta Beach, where sand dunes, patches of evergreens, and leafless trees meet rolling waves. The lake stretches to the horizon under a heavy sky. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67950247d054d85ec9815cad/bf57508d-0d3d-48a1-896d-0f3768ffdfde/DJI_0855-Enhanced-RD.jpg Aerial - Aerial Video & Photo A meandering river curves through a vast expanse of Manoomin (Zizania palustris) and wetland grasses. The green landscape is shaped by water, while the wind moves through the tall rice, shifting its surface in rhythmic waves. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67950247d054d85ec9815cad/e1d42930-f650-4625-b6d6-a544cec3b7dc/DJI_0469-Enhanced-SR.jpg Aerial - Aerial Video & Photo The historic Point Betsie Lighthouse sits atop a narrow strip of dune, its white walls and red roof standing against the teal waves of Lake Michigan. The shoreline is lined with protective barriers, remnants of an ongoing battle with erosion. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67950247d054d85ec9815cad/64d88241-db1b-4451-925a-c7935bddc74f/DJI_0451-Enhanced-SR.jpg Aerial - Aerial Video & Photo An overhead perspective of Point Betsie Lighthouse and its surrounding buildings. The red-roofed structures contrast with the swirling greens and blues of the lake, where waves break against the shore in endless repetition. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67950247d054d85ec9815cad/7288fed7-9e93-44c2-987e-8fa229d3bd6c/DJI_0935-Enhanced-NR.jpg Aerial - Aerial Video & Photo A winding stretch of the Betsie River carves through a dense hardwood forest, its banks ablaze with autumn color. The fiery hues of sugar maples contrast with the cool, dark water, which reflects the sky in fragmented patches.