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Why I Keep My Groups Small and My Itineraries Loose

Expedition Philosophy · 7 min read

Why I Keep My Groups Small and My Itineraries Loose

The philosophy behind every safari I lead comes down to one uncomfortable admission: the more efficiently a trip is planned, the less likely anyone on it is to see something worth photographing.

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The Real Cost of Mass Tourism and Park Airstrips on Tanzania's Wildlife

Conservation · 7 min read

The Real Cost of Mass Tourism and Park Airstrips on Tanzania's Wildlife

I haven't lived in Tanzania long enough to tell you how the land has changed over decades. What I can tell you is what a single overcrowded sighting looks like from inside it — and what it costs the animal, the parks, and the people trying to do this work honestly.

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The Art of Waiting

Field Notes · 7 min read

The Art of Waiting

Wildlife photography is not built on perfect timing, expensive equipment, or moments of luck. It is built on patience, observation, and the willingness to remain still long enough for nature to reveal itself.

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