The melodic chorus of birds, the sharp chittering of a squirrel, and even the baying of distant livestock. All kinds of outdoorsmen and sportsmen have many things in common, but one thing stands out; they love being in outdoor spaces for these moments and many others. For these folks, being outdoors is better than staying inside and it’s not even close. Natural outdoor settings are home to many activities, including hiking, camping, over landing, hunting, and fishing.
The good news is most outdoor activities offer opportunities for additional enjoyment. After all, once you head outdoors, you’re a captive audience. There’s no better outdoor activity to supplement time spent in the open air than digiscoping and there are some reasons. That’s why when I embark on a hunting, fishing, or birding trek, I pack my Phone Skope adapter kit and favorite spotting scope or binoculars. The only other component needed is a smartphone and we all know we never leave it at home–at least not on purpose. It’s an easy decision.
One Stop Shopping
As mentioned, outdoor types will almost always prefer traversing the likes of forests, waterways, and mountains over binge-watching Netflix, playing video games, and, of course, house chores. The good news is most outdoor hobbies are even better when you enjoy and sharpen a second outdoor skill in the same outing. Like standard photography, digiscoping pairs well with most activities. In a world of competing priorities of work and family, this great hobby allows you to maximize both your outdoor leisure and adventure.
Documenting the Moment
As a form of photography, digiscoping is a great way to capture the moment while outdoors. In nature, “the moment” reveals itself in many ways such as a beautiful sunset, a majestic deer or bird, or a shadowy hillside. Your ability to show off images of your outing no doubt supercharges it by documenting your memories.
Add your smartphone to this set of gear and you’re ready to digiscope without a lot of additional packing
Minimal Additional Gear Required
I won’t lie. I love my outdoor gear and equipment. However, when heading out afoot, weight matters. I usually have to put a lot of thought into packing only what I’ll truly need. Digiscoping is a lightweight endeavor, taking up little space. The required gear for digiscoping includes your smartphone, Phone Skope adapter kit, and favorite optics. Even if you wish to pack a tripod, they come in lightweight models that reduce down to a manageable size. Even the most ardent ounce-counter can successfully include their digiscoping gear when setting out for a day of enjoying any number of outside hobbies.
Rugged Gear
Phone Skope adapter kits are not only custom fitted for your optics and smartphone, they are built robustly. This means that they can withstand even the roughest outdoor pursuits. Both Phone Skope’s traditional kit and new Carbon Pro Series are made with stout materials that can endure rough weather, drops, and frequent use. They also can survive jam-packed bags.
Outdoor activities and digiscoping go together, with countless opportunities to capture breathtaking natural landscapes and candid moments. Wildlife enthusiasts can seek elusive subjects, patiently waiting to capture the graceful movements of birds, the power of a roaring waterfall, or the natural habits and antics of all kinds of wildlife. Even a casual stroll through a local park can yield intriguing digiscoped images.
So, what’s the message? Next time you head out to enjoy many of your favorite outdoor undertakings, pack your optics, smartphone, and Phone Skope kit. You can’t discover an animal, climb a mountain, or even enjoy the local suburban greenbelt from the sofa.
Head out to your favorite outdoor haunts with the intention of seizing two hobbies. Add digiscoping to the mix. It’s likely the perfect outdoor cohort for another cherished activity.