Category Archives: Take 5

Take 5: Snow Days

Posted on February 16, 2016 by Rosemary

Snowy days are back. These five photos from past editions of our Photo Contest capture people experiencing snow in Massachusetts. Want to enjoy the snow yourself? Consider an upcoming snowshoe program!

2015 Photo Contest Entry © Andy Eckerson

2014 Photo Contest Entry © Charles Lanphear

2012 Photo Contest Entry © Elena Cronin

Blue Hills Trailside Musem’s Director Norman Smith releases a snowy owl as part of a rescue and research effort. Learn more about it. 2015 Photo Contest Entry © John Cole

2014 Photo Contest Entry © Alexis Snyder

Take 5: Love Birds

Posted on February 8, 2016 by Rosemary

Valentine’s Day is just around the corner. Have you thought of getting your loved one a nice fish—or perhaps a pretty stick? Get into the romantic spirit with these five portraits of bird pairs from past editions of our Photo Contest.

2012 Photo Contest Entry © Ronald Reynolds

Northern cardinals, 2015 Photo Contest Entry © Janet MacCausland

Northern pintails, 2012 Photo Contest Entry © Ken DiBiccari

Belted kingfishers, 2015 Photo Contest Entry © Susan Wellington