The dreaded and formidable rattlesnake is yet too common, and a variety of other serpents abound, particularly that admirable creature, … More
Author: William Wise
Birding the Okefenokee: Pileated Woodpecker
A loud call breaks the warm, still afternoon air. “Are there monkeys in the Okefenokee Swamp?”, my young daughter asks. … More
Not Without its Attractive Side – HC Jackson in the Okefenokee 1890
An excerpt from the journal of Howell C. Jackson describing the beautiful Okefenokee Prairies as he surveyed the Okefenokee Swamp … More
To go where one has not gone before…
To go where one has not gone before is the call of every adventurer’s heart. Many times my daughter and I … More
Okefenokee Safe Solo: Maps and GPS
Is it safe to paddle the Okefenokee alone? I suppose that depends on many factors. I have made most of … More
Across Billy’s Lake
Excerpt from my Okefenokee Journal, October 26, 2022… Wednesday, 9:47 AM – The first leg of my journey to my … More
Sunset Stroll along the Suwannee River Sill
An excerpt from my Okefenokee Journal, October 25, 2022… Since the fall days were shortening, I wanted to be sure … More
And everywhere alligators, moccasins, lizards and other reptiles…
An excerpt from the journal of Howell C. Jackson describing the beautiful Suwannee River and its reptile inhabitants as he … More
Assailed By Alligators
My friends at church ask how I could dare to paddle the Okefenokee – especially alone! – with so many … More
Okefenokee Protection Alliance Ad in the AJC
I’m privileged that I could donate one of my photographs to support the cause to protect the Okefenokee National Wildlife … More