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Wednesdays with Wildlife & Wonder

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Welcome to my blog — a place where wildlife, photography, and the beauty of nature come together.

 

I’m Debbie Quick, a wildlife and nature photographer based in the Hudson Valley of New York. Most days you’ll find me outdoors with a camera in hand, exploring forests, wetlands, and open fields in search of the wild moments that make nature so magical. From bald eagles soaring over frozen rivers to fox kits playing in spring grass, these are the moments I love to capture and share. 

My journey into wildlife photography began years ago when I first discovered a bald eagle nest near my home. Watching that family grow and thrive sparked a passion that has taken me across the Hudson Valley, the Adirondacks, and many other incredible places in search of wildlife and natural beauty.

Every Wednesday, I share a new story here on the blog — a behind-the-scenes look at my photography adventures, memorable wildlife encounters, beautiful places I’ve explored, and the animals that have captured my heart. 

  • Some weeks you’ll meet a particular bird or animal that left a lasting impression.
  • Other weeks I’ll take you along on a photography adventure or share a little inspiration from the wild.

 

If you love wildlife, nature, photography, or simply the quiet wonder of the outdoors, you’re in the right place.

So grab a cup of coffee, settle in, and join me each week for Wednesdays with Wildlife & Wonder.

Because the natural world always has another story waiting to be told.

Wildlife Photography from a Kayak: A Whole New Perspective

April 01, 2026  •  Leave a Comment
In past posts, I’ve touched a little on photographing wildlife from land versus photographing from the water. But today, I wanted to share more about what it’s really like photographing from my kayak—and the incredible opportunities I’ve had the pleasure to experience. There’s something special about being out on the water. It’s quieter, more imme...
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What Wildlife Has Taught Me About Life

March 18, 2026  •  Leave a Comment
There’s something about wildlife that changes you. If you’ve followed my journey, you already know that photography is more than just a hobby for me, it's my passion — it’s a way of managing stress and connecting with the world around me. But what you may not realize is just how much wildlife has quietly taught me about life itself. Not through wo...
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Turning My Photography Into Coloring Books

March 11, 2026  •  Leave a Comment
A New Creative Adventure One of the things I love most about photography is the ability to capture moments in nature and preserve them forever. Over the years I’ve photographed countless animals, landscapes, and beautiful scenes while exploring places like the Hudson Valley, the Adirondack Mountains, and many other locations across the country. Re...
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Millie: The Most Social and Amazing Red-Tailed Hawk

March 04, 2026  •  1 Comment
Most of the time when I write a blog post, I write about a place or a particular wildlife photography experience. But today I wanted to do something a little different. Instead of focusing on a location or event, I want to share the story of a bird—one that has captured the hearts of many photographers over the years. Her name is Millie, and she i...
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A Look Inside My Life

February 25, 2026  •  Leave a Comment
Hello to my family, friends, and followers. I thought it would be nice this week to share a little bit about me — beyond the lens. Many of you know me through my wildlife photography, my blog posts, and my adventures chasing eagles, osprey, fox kits, and ducklings. But today, I want to invite you into my everyday world. Life in the Hudso...
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Spring: When Everything Comes Back to Life

February 18, 2026  •  Leave a Comment
Living in the Northeast is something I will always feel grateful for. We get to experience all four seasons — each one bringing something unique and beautiful. And because I get to witness the full cycle of nature year after year, I truly appreciate them all. Although… I wouldn’t mind if winter were just a little shorter. There are many things I...
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Pelicans: Florida’s Goofy, Graceful Coastal Giants

February 11, 2026  •  Leave a Comment
One of the things I truly enjoy about my trips to Florida—but don’t always see as often as I’d like—are pelicans. These large, goofy-looking birds with their long beaks and webbed feet never fail to make me smile. At first glance, they may look awkward, but the more you watch them, the more impressive they become. Pelicans are instantly recognizab...
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The Thrill of the Track: Photographing Auto Racing at Lime Rock Park

February 04, 2026  •  Leave a Comment
My biggest passion in photography has always revolved around wildlife, nature, and my pets. That’s where my heart lives. But every now and then, I step a little outside that comfort zone and explore other photographic adventures — landscapes with beautiful architecture, balloon festivals, air shows, and special events. One of my favorite occasional...
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A Wild Day at Gatorland: Alligators, Birds, and Unexpected Surprises in Orlando, Florida

January 28, 2026  •  Leave a Comment
While visiting the Orlando, Florida area to photograph wildlife preserves, I decided to check out a place that had been on my radar for a while — Gatorland. Founded in 1949, Gatorland is part theme park, part wildlife preserve, and a longtime Florida icon. My main motivation for going was simple: I really wanted to see alligators. At other wildl...
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Exploring South Padre Island Birding & Nature Center: A Texas Wildlife Adventure

January 21, 2026  •  Leave a Comment
Several years ago, I took a trip to Texas to visit a friend — and, as always, I couldn’t resist researching wildlife photography locations while I was there. I had several spots lined up across the area, and I made sure to check each one out. All but one location offered plentiful wildlife and solid photographic opportunities. But there was one pl...
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Guardians of the Lake: Photographing Osprey on Lake Champlain

January 14, 2026  •  Leave a Comment
Lake Champlain has become one of my favorite places to photograph Osprey. Every year, as the seasons change, these incredible birds return and reclaim their nests along the shoreline — and there are so many of them. Nests dot the lake from end to end, offering endless opportunities to observe and photograph one of North America’s most skilled fishi...
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Photographing Snowy Owls

January 07, 2026  •  Leave a Comment
Ghosts of the Winter Shore: Photographing Snowy Owls Few winter wildlife encounters feel as magical as spotting a Snowy Owl perched quietly against a backdrop of snow, dunes, or icy shoreline. These striking white owls feel almost otherworldly — silent, powerful, and perfectly adapted to some of the harshest environments on Earth. Snowy Owls are n...
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Photographing Common Loons in the Adirondack Mountains

December 31, 2025  •  Leave a Comment
Echoes on the Water: Photographing Common Loons in the Adirondack Mountains There are few sounds that feel as wild and haunting as the call of a Common Loon echoing across an Adirondack lake. For me, loons are one of the most magical birds to photograph — not just because of their striking beauty, but because of the environments they inhabit and th...
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A Photographer’s Love for the Adirondack Balloon Festival

December 24, 2025  •  Leave a Comment
Floating Color Over the Adirondacks: A Photographer’s Love for the Adirondack Balloon Festival One of my favorite annual events to photograph — and to simply experience — is the Adirondack Balloon Festival. Every year, this incredible celebration of color, flight, and community takes place at the Floyd Bennett Memorial Airport, with events running...
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Waterfowl Wonders: Ducks, Geese, and Gulls Up Close

December 17, 2025  •  Leave a Comment
A Wildlife Photographer’s Journey Through Some of the Northeast’s Most Charming and Charismatic Birds Waterfowl are, without question, some of my favorite subjects to photograph. Whether it’s the gentle glide of a duck across a still pond, the dramatic takeoff of a goose, or the bold, mischievous stare of a gull, each species has its own unique per...
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