Category Archives: nature

New on AllAoutdoor: Maximizing .410 performance

Posted on October 21, 2013 by Oleg Volk

Making the best of a marginal bore.

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Eight-point rat on the hoof

Posted on September 23, 2013 by Oleg Volk

Spotted yesterday in Kentucky.

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Natural camouflage

Posted on August 19, 2013 by Oleg Volk
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An early morning walk (nsfw)

Posted on July 4, 2013 by Oleg Volk

Woke up before 6am this morning to re-set my waking hours to include more daylight. My friend showed up at six a.m. with some of the clothes she designed. We planned to shoot outdoor fashion, but got rain. I suggested … Continue reading →

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Where to find a good forest trail in Minnesota?

Posted on June 4, 2013 by Oleg Volk

Does anyone know about any predominantly coniferous forests or parks, with trails suitable for  hiking, within 100 miles from Twin Cities, Minnesota? There should be either public access or a possibility to negotiate access with the owner.

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Wolverine

Posted on March 13, 2013 by Oleg Volk

A wolverine is 6% of grizzly body weight with 200% of the attitude.

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Coyotes are charismatic.

Posted on March 13, 2013 by Oleg Volk

They are also among the best adapted predators out there. PS: Dragging the 300/2.8 lens to the zoo was well worth the inconvenience.

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Minnesota was much too cold

Posted on March 11, 2013 by Oleg Volk

We all had to huddle together for warmth.

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Perfect shoes for a walk in the woods.

Posted on February 4, 2013 by Oleg Volk
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A horse and a bird to make guessing easier

Posted on December 28, 2012 by Oleg Volk
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Cats and Dogs

Posted on December 28, 2012 by Oleg Volk
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Guess where I went.

Posted on December 28, 2012 by Oleg Volk

Nominally a part of the US but an upper-tier third-world location in reality. (Photo by Tatyana Volk)

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A well-armored visitor

Posted on August 27, 2012 by Oleg Volk
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Float like a butterfly, sting like a bee.

Posted on August 26, 2012 by Oleg Volk

Or something like that… Does anyone know what species this is? (The composition was actually noticed by April, so the credit for the idea goes to her.)

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Fence rider (nsfw)

Posted on August 16, 2012 by Oleg Volk

A good, soft saddle is essential for a comfortable ride.

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A red lily

Posted on December 28, 2011 by Oleg Volk
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The other visitor

Posted on July 17, 2011 by Oleg Volk
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Pink flamingo

Posted on February 26, 2011 by Oleg Volk
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Immigrant wildlife

Posted on February 24, 2011 by Oleg Volk
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