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brown pelican resting on the beach
Milo Putnam
03 May 2021
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Kayaking Charleston’s Seabird Sanctuary

Right in the heart of Charleston’s harbor lies a seabird sanctuary like no other. Just a short paddle from the mainland, wildlife enthusiasts can observe thousands of birds nesting and...
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women looking at bison from a distance vs bottle feeding a lion cub
Milo Putnam
23 Apr 2021
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3 Tip Checklist for Animal Friendly Travel

Protecting animals while you are on vacation does not need to be challenging. By becoming informed, you can help support a more ethical tourism industry. Making good decisions for animals...
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Abusive animal selfie with a sleeping tiger cub
Milo Putnam
17 Apr 2021
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Wildlife Selfies – What’s the Harm in a Picture?

Most people are unaware of the dark truth behind cheeky wildlife selfies. From snapshots next to tigers that amp up your game on Tinder to cuddling sloths for a viral...
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squirrel eating a pretzel
Milo Putnam
06 Apr 2021
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Our WILD Neighbors: Protecting Native Wildlife

I’ve teamed up with Karli Sinclair again, she’s the National Park Ranger who wrote the feature – 10 Park Ranger Tips: Visiting America’s National Parks. This time Karli is sharing...
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Koala holding onto a branch
Milo Putnam
01 Apr 2021
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8 Koality KOALA Facts

Like tigers, whales, penguins, elephants, gorillas, and sea turtles – koalas are one the world’s most iconic animals! In the wild, koalas act as ambassadors for other Australian wildlife and...
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American alligator everglades national park
Milo Putnam
25 Mar 2021
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Biking Gator Country – Shark Valley Trail, Everglades National Park

An area designated as gator country might not feel like the most inviting. Or safe for that matter! Understandably, most people are far too nervous of alligators to dare share...
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Elephant family
Milo Putnam
20 Mar 2021
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10 Practices for Ethical Wildlife Photography

Whether you rely on your smartphone or prefer to juggle a massive zoom lens; more people than ever are photographing animals! With this surge in pictures snapped comes the responsibility...
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two Raccoon tracks in the sand outside of Charleston South Carolina
Milo Putnam
11 Mar 2021
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Exploring South Carolina’s Lowcountry

The most overlooked adventures are always the ones closest to home. Many of us are guilty – including myself – of dreaming of far-off wild places like Tasmania or Nepal...
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Harbor seals resting on San Juan Island
Milo Putnam
01 Mar 2021
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9 Animals to See from San Juan Island, Washington

America’s Pacific Northwest is known for its wildlife. Whether on land, sea, or air, the possibilities are endless for observing animals in their natural habitat from San Juan Island, Washington....
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Honest Eco Dolphin Watch Tours Squid Electric solar powered Boat key west Florida
Milo Putnam
23 Feb 2021
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Solar Power Snorkeling: Ecotour Key West, Florida

If you’re an eco-traveler passionate about observing wildlife in an ethical manner while visiting the Florida Keys, then Honest Eco Sustainable Nature Tours is the perfect company for you! Solar...
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  • Kayaking Charleston’s Seabird Sanctuary
  • 3 Tip Checklist for Animal Friendly Travel
  • Wildlife Selfies – What’s the Harm in a Picture?
  • Our WILD Neighbors: Protecting Native Wildlife
  • 8 Koality KOALA Facts
  • Biking Gator Country – Shark Valley Trail, Everglades National Park
  • 10 Practices for Ethical Wildlife Photography

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🦍 Columbia, South Carolina

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Right in the heart of Charleston’s harbor lies a Right in the heart of Charleston’s harbor lies a seabird sanctuary like no other. Just a short paddle from the mainland, wildlife enthusiasts can observe thousands of birds nesting and caring for their chicks. Affectionately known as Crab Bank, this island has even been known to host as many as 5,000 nest sites in just a single summer. (LINK IN BIO FOR FULL FEATURE)

Here are some simple actions that you can take to help protect native birds, and the delicate habitat they call home.

- Pack any trash or food you brought to the beach
- Stop people (kids too) from running and scaring birds to fly off
- Refrain from walking in areas that are blocked off for nesting birds
- Provide nesting birds like pelicans, terns, skimmers, and their chicks plenty of personal space
- Do not bring your dog to the beach if they are not allowed on the beach
Thank you @columbiasc for having me at the iconic Thank you @columbiasc for having me at the iconic Gervais Street Bridge Dinner 🥂 Loved connecting with likeminded creatives of Cola!
🌊 Kayaking to Crab Bank yesterday morning with 🌊 Kayaking to Crab Bank yesterday morning with @coastalexpeditions was the perfect way to observe this bird sanctuary. Right in the heart of Charleston’s harbor near Shem Creek, this sandy paradise has proven to be one of South Carolina’s most prolific seabird nesting sites! About 15 different species of birds, including brown pelicans, nest and rest here each year.

The main reason for Crab Bank’s success is its natural isolation from predators that would dine on eggs and hatching birds. Additionally people are not allowed on the island from March 15 - October 15 to ensure the resident birds are not disturbed during nesting season! 

Send me a dm if you’re interested in a FREE kayaking experience with @coastalexpeditions to observe Crab Bank!
Join me and take the pledge to travel better! (lin Join me and take the pledge to travel better! (link in bio) As a @sustainabletravel_ngo Ambassador I am thrilled to commit to responsible tourism by: 
👣 LIGHTEN the footprint of my travels
🦧 CONSERVE the wild places I explore
🏘 SUPPORT the people and communities I visit
🐬 RESPECT the wildlife I see
🪅 CELEBRATE cultures authentically and respectfully
🌱 ADVOCATE for sustainable tourism

One of the most remarkable aspects of travel is that each new adventure represents an opportunity to positively impact the people and places that we visit. Unfortunately, tourism doesn’t always leave behind a positive impact and it can cause more harm than good -from littered beaches and destroyed habitats to crowded streets and angry residents. When we travel, we must remember that the destinations we visit are often sensitive ecosystems and other people’s homes. As visitors to these places, we should protect and respect them as if they were our own. As the world opens up, let’s rethink our habits and travel in a more sustainable way. Link in bio for more information! #TravelBetterAmbassador
🐍 Watch your step! You don’t want to disturb 🐍 Watch your step! You don’t want to disturb the wildlife. Our sunset swamp stroll kept our eyes on the ground to make sure we weren’t stepping on any tiny frogs 🐸 And @abbydmartin1 even caught a view of a basking alligator! But I ended up being far too distracted by this coiled up cottonmouth to snap any gator photos.... 

Here’s your weekly reminder to get outside and EXPLORE!
I-Spy with my little eye someone with nearly 80 sh I-Spy with my little eye someone with nearly 80 sharp white teeth and a colorful body covered in armor-like scales! I think I’m over due again for another gator searching adventure 🐊
It might not always be simple to tell the differen It might not always be simple to tell the difference between good or bad wildlife encounters. But following these three steps will certainly guide you in the right direction.Together we can constantly improve our ethical practices for wildlife. This is an evolution for the entire tourism industry, myself included. 

3️⃣ Step Checklist
- Search for More Photos.
- Check your Sources.
- Dive into Reviews.

Click the link in my bio for more guidance on animal friendly travel planning!
If #safarisaturday isn’t really a thing... then If #safarisaturday isn’t really a thing... then it’s at least going to be for me tonight! Counting down the days till we depart for Kenya 🇰🇪 this summer!
EARTH DAY 🌎Mother Earth is full of captivating EARTH DAY
🌎Mother Earth is full of captivating places and species! To celebrate her beauty just once a year would be a shame.... instead my love for our diverse planet spans all the way around the globe to every second I’m lucky enough to breathe her fresh air.

💙 3 simple ways to show your love for Mother Earth!

🥑 Eat less meat- even better consume no animal products at all #GoVegan
🌾 Create may move habitats within your outdoor spaces- you don’t need a big backyard to make a difference, even a balcony planter with native plants is a home for wildlife
🥤Consume less single-use trash- go further than just skipping the straw, limit take-out trash, buy in bulk, and reuse containers instead
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