What’s the Ideal Tripod Weight for Digiscoping?

Many outdoor activities can lead to unwanted fatigue; the kind that can sabotage the experience. Unfortunately, this becomes clearer each year for me. Digiscope photography falls into this class. Why? Because, many outdoor dwellers couple it with the likes of hiking, biking, and mobile hunting. Depending on the situation or target species, even birdwatchers experience lethargy in the field. Reasons … Read More

Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation’s New Initiatives Continue to Improve Wildlife Habitat

As a hunter and outdoorsman, I’m naturally interested in wildlife and habitat management. These and other efforts usually come under the umbrella of conservation, and they’re positive undertakings for hunters, naturalists, photographers, and other outdoorsmen.  I’m amazed by the number of organizations and initiatives specifically aimed at protecting and improving both landscapes and wild animals that call them home – … Read More

How Many Existing Phone Skope Accessories Will Work with the New Carbon Pro Series Case?

I love it when a great product gets even better. It doesn’t happen often.  While such claims usually come up short, Phone Skope has pulled it off and the anticipation continues to build with the fast-approaching offering of an improved smartphone case.  Many photographers, adventurists, birders, and hunters have enjoyed digiscoping with their industry-leading Phone Skope custom kits for years … Read More

Colorado the Latest State for Gray Wolf Restoration Efforts

Gray Wolfs

Since making the endangered species list in 1974, gray wolves in North America have been a hot-button topic. It was at this time that the majestic species became protected from both hunters and trappers. However, thanks to intense efforts over the last 50 years, the gray wolf has rebounded, exceeding recovery goals, returning to the Great Lakes, the northern Rockies, … Read More

Are You a Digiscoping Ounce-Counter?

Some photography ventures can be grueling. Ask any wedding, sports, or nature photographers and they’ll tell you they are exhausted when finished. Yes, like hiking and hunting, some photography treks can be a grind. The same is true for the digiscoping guys and gals traversing myriad landscapes around the world. While dressing appropriately for current conditions and wearing sensible shoes … Read More

Reminder! Whitetail Season Means Digiscoping Season

Crunching leaves beneath cautious hooves, crisp mornings, venison, and antlers. These are the things that dreams are made of – ones that fill the thought bubble of many deer hunters as they contemplate the first hunt of a new season. This magical time of year yields the anticipation only a sportsman can understand. There are the deer hunters who carefully … Read More

Bracing for Digiscoping Success: How to Use a Tripod Binocular Adapter

Digiscoping has much to do with achieving optimal steadiness when clicking that shutter button on your smartphone camera at the moment of truth. That’s where tripods earn their keep. In fact, you’ll be hard-pressed to find anyone using a spotting scope without one. Sure, some folks use window mounts on their vehicle, but it’s rare to see anyone free-handing it … Read More

How and Why to Use iPhone Photo Albums with Digiscoping

Do you have to scroll through gobs of photos to find that perfect one to share? For most people, it’s a resounding yes. This is even more true for smartphone photographers and digiscopers. If you use an iPhone, it’s easy to put your iPhone’s albums to work for organizing and sharing your hard-earned images and videos. First off, let’s clear … Read More

How to Maximize Digiscoping Enjoyment with Your Stand-Alone Smartphone

My discontentment was easily noticeable by my fidgeting. While waiting in the lobby for a doctor’s appointment, I simply didn’t know what to do with myself. While I was glad to take the task off my to-do list, it was about the last place I wanted to be. I embraced the usual go-to solution for humans; I reached for my … Read More