Nature itself is the best physician – Hippocrates The timeless power of birds: winged wonders that have captured so many hearts and, on the way, healed a few of us. The puffin that saved me The weather matched my mood. Heavy raindrops pelted the window, creating a chaotic symphony with the wind. The morning was…
The already arduous climb to the cliffs was made worse by the unrelenting wind. I shifted my backpack with false hope that distributing its weight would relieve the knots in my shoulders, but weeks of carrying the thing wouldn’t be undone in a mere minute. After dodging a flock of territorial Arctic terns, I made…
The recent puffin wrecks in the Atlantic have created a new crisis for the beloved seabird. Read about what happened and what you can do to help.
It was sunset in the Arctic, and words could not describe what I felt. Light shimmered across the ocean, rendering the landscape gold. A single puffin stood on a nearby outcrop, its silhouette illuminated by the late-day light. The sounds of gulls echoed from the cliffs. Nestled within the grass, I took a deep breath…
Why this often overlooked region in Iceland should be on your bucket list I felt as if I had found a treasure. A pristine black sand beach stretched out before me. Craving a closer connection with the untouched landscape, I removed my shoes. My bare feet sank into the soft sand. I waited by the…
The fate of the Atlantic puffin is up to us My breath formed on the ferry window as I pressed my face into it. The last Atlantic puffin I would see this year skimmed the surface of the break, its wings beating with full effort. My eyes followed him, desperate to keep his little body…
An unplanned journey to the remote Grimsey Island delivers more than I expected. I ascended the steep path with caution. My desire to go as north as possible urged me onward. The ground was slick with dew, but the sun promised warmth ahead. Cool air hit my skin as the sound of the ocean drew…
All we have to do is decide what to do with the time given to us. JRR Tolkien As 2025 approaches, many of us reflect on the past year and what’s ahead. New Year’s Eve 2024 was the best New Year’s Eve I had ever had. I spent it in Iceland with a new friend…
The author has a deep passion for bird photography, particularly puffins in Iceland. They share their experiences of capturing these birds, including challenges and tips for photography. The author emphasizes the joy and therapy they find in nature photography, and their photos aim to tell stories and convey their love for the subject.