Episode 72

In this episode of Beyond the Wild, host Ron Hayes and Jason Loftus welcome wildlife photographer Julia Cook. Julia has accomplished more in five years than many wildlife photography enthusiasts, and she shares her journey into wildlife photography, her experiences in Yellowstone, and the differences in bear behavior between Yellowstone and Katmai. Jason and Julia discuss their recent trip to Churchill, Canada, where they experienced incredible polar bear encounters. The conversation also highlights Julia’s personal experiences with wildlife photography projects, including the release of black-footed ferrets. Join us for this enjoyable episode and see how fast Julia became “hooked” on wildlife photography.

Chapters

• 00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction

  01:05 Wildlife Photography Beginnings

  03:58 Experiences in Churchill

  06:50 Polar Bear Encounters

  09:54 Evening Activities and Aurora

  13:03 Guided Tours and Bear Sightings

  15:52 Julia's Journey in Wildlife Photography

  18:58 Guiding in Yellowstone

  20:50 Summer Adventures and Outdoor Experiences

  21:45 Memorable Wildlife Encounters

  22:58 The Elusive Wolverine

  26:00 Grizzly Bears: A Passion for Photography

  28:09 First Encounters with Grizzly Bears

  29:34 Safety in Bear Country

  30:25 Research and Photography in Katmai

  31:51 Understanding Bear Behavior

  37:40 Citizen Science and Bear Identification

  39:43 Upcoming Projects and Workshops

  45:00 Conservation Efforts and Breeding Programs

  48:27 Wildlife Encounters and Personal Experiences

  50:28 Future Wildlife Adventures and Aspirations

  53:56 Wildlife Photography and Unique Sightings

  57:58 Traveling for Wildlife and Cultural Experiences

  01:01:59 Reflections on Wildlife and Community Engagement

Links

Instagram: @juliacookwildlife
Website: www.juliacookwildlife.com

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