Florida Wildlife
Corridor Foundation
As the Photography Intern for the FWCF, my role is to document the diverse land and wildlife within the Florida Wildlife Corridor. On my photographic journey, I have come face-to-face with native species of all kinds, kayaked across great rivers, hiked through magical wetlands, and camped in vast prairies. With these photos and experiences in the field, I create monthly photo essay articles to encourage others to explore while educating them on the importance of a connected and protected Wild Florida.
Photo Essays
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"The Bison Of Paynes Prairie"
Did you know we have wild Bison in Florida? Housed within the 23,000 acres of Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park these giants roam freely alongside wild Spanish Horses. On my journey to this massive park, I got up close and personal with one of these bison and lived to tell the tale.
"La Chua Trail: The Real Gatorland"
On the north end of Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park lies a wildlife oasis, where native birds and alligators congregate in mass. From the surface, it may appear to be a lake, but it is actually a huge sinkhole connected to the Florida Aquifer!
"A Night Under The Stars: Kissimmee Prairie Preserve"
If you are looking to trade city lights for starry nights then the Kissimmee Prairie Preserve State Park is the place for you! As the second-largest state park and one of the last dry prairie habitats, it is a haven for rare and endangered birds as well as one of only two International Dark Sky Zones in Florida. Not only is it the perfect escape from city life, but it is also a massive connection point for the Corridor.
"Wonders Of The Nature Coast"
North of Tampa Bay lies a vast amount of land that features underwater caves, crystal clear springs, saltwater marshes, and wildlife of all kinds. Out here living is easy and the adventures are endless. I spent a few months hiking and paddling the southern half of the Nature Coast and fell in love with its ecological wonders. Even though a significant amount of land here is protected and in the corridor, it faces many challenges like encroaching development, land bottlenecks, and nutrient/waste pollution.
"North Florida's Great Wetland: The Okefenokee Swamp"
On the Florida-Georgia border lies a National Treasure known as the Okefenokee Swamp. Here the reptiles roam freely and migratory birds from all over the country take a break to refuel on their flights to the Everglades and beyond. This refuge is also known for its massive peat moss formations which help fight climate change. However, recent proposals for mining near the refuge's southern edge threaten to upset this delicate ecosystem and permanently alter the swamp's water level.