Wildlife Photography in Grand Teton National Park - Bull Moose - Nikon Z9
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CORRECTION - I said 100 yards away from the Bull Moose when it is 25 yards*
love all the mooses and meese that are out there :)
Same, wish we had them on Vancouver Island.@@coastalforgecoffee1507
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Canadians ride moose to get across swamps during the spring time. Very helpful and their racks can hold a lot of gear like buckets of maple syrup during harvesting.
yes...this is definitely the case for most Canadians.
THIS IS AMAZING!!! WOW!!! Incredible work, Matt WOW !!!!!!
Thank you so much for the enthusiastic response! I'm thrilled that you found the content amazing! Cheers
Wow! That's wonderful! Thanks!
Thank you very much, and thanks for watching! Cheers
The best channel on UA-cam. Well done Matt.
The best compliment!! Thank you! 😁
He is right....maybe Morten Hilmer and Steve Perry@@MattShannonPhoto
@@richardfink7666 You guys are too much but I appreciate it. I'm still figuring out this UA-cam thing but I would love for it to be a full time gig. Thanks for all the support! Morten Hilmer and Steve Perry are epic. Morten H would be fun to go on a trip with.
loved this amazing shots cant wait for the next adventure
Happy to hear it! Huge thank you, see you on the next one.
awesome work
Thank you! And thank you for watching, cheers
Did you finally get a coffee? Seems like the wildlife viewing was never ending!
Yes, I downed a whole pot of coffee after this and dried off from the rain😄
Beautiful film and photos 👍🙂
Thank you! Happy you enjoyed it, thanks for watching
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Absolutely amazing photos and video! What a great way to start my day! Thanks for taking me along!
So awesome to hear! Thank you, and thank you for watching!
Fantastic video, and that is a massive bull moose! On our first trip to Yellowstone we saw a bull moose grazing in front of Lake Yellowstone. By that time I was out of film (1994) and so I captured the moment on my VHS camera while keeping a safe distance for the sake of my children. On the next trip, two months later, we were treated to seeing a mother and her calf - also captured on video. We lived in Idaho Falls then, and saw a bull moose on hill not far outside of town while driving toward Jackson Hole. The wildlife in that area is amazing and we always did our best to keep a good distance away. However there was a day when a large group of Buffalo entered our picnic grounds I just sat quietly at the table snapping a couple of photos. The same day another group surrounded the restrooms at another location keeping the ladies hostage in the restroom for awhile. On our third trip we made our way to the north entrance and a number of elk were grazing about the visitor center. They were as calm as animals in a petting zoo. I know I've shared this before, but my dream vacation would be to stay a Yellowstone lodge in winter, with lots of cards and batteries. (My kids still make fun of me sitting at that table surrounded by Buffalo.)
Wow, It sounds like you've had some incredible wildlife encounters in the Yellowstone area. Capturing those moments on film and video, especially with the moose and buffalo, must hold a special place in your family's memories. What a place to grow up in. The idea of a winter stay at a Yellowstone lodge sounds enchanting, surrounded by the serene beauty of the park. I can see it now, how sweet that would be. It's always a joy to hear about others' experiences in this remarkable place. It's what inspires me to get back out there and shoot.
Amazing views and moose are awesome animals. Going to visit Finland in late april/ beginning of may also looking for (my lifer) moose.
That sounds like a great trip. Never been to Finland but it is on the list. After a quick google search it looks like moose are thriving in Finland due to scarcity of natural predators, I didn't know that. What gear are you filming/photographing with?
So ein tolles Erlebnis und so wunderbare Fotos! Gratulation!
Thank you so much! It was truly a special moment, and I'm glad you liked the photos. Have a great day!
Such a great series of photographs in this video, the video quality is also excellent.
Thank you very much! I appreciate your kind words about the photo series and video quality. It means a lot to me! Thanks for watching, cheers.
Thank you so much! These were awesome! I love Moose and GTNP!❤
Happy to hear it! Thank you for watching and all the kind words, cheers
Thanks so much for sharing another wonderful video like always, beautiful photos 🤗👍
Always a pleasure thank you!
My wife and I were travel nurses for nearly 15 yrs. Our times through the Teton National Park was the Fall and Spring. Back in the 80s and 90s we rarely saw another person. Now, because of cellphones and digital cameras, the human pressure is amazing. Great video and hope you guys had a great time!
Wow, that sounds like an incredible journey as travel nurses! It must have been amazing to experience Teton National Park in the quieter times of Fall and Spring. It's interesting how technology has changed the landscape, both in terms of the human presence and the way we capture moments. Thanks for the kind words about the video, and yes, we had a fantastic time! Cheers
I was in the Tetons and Yellowstone the first week of October. It was so crowded and people were chasing the animals trying to get shots. This was my fourth trip there in the past six years and I don’t think I’ll go back it has become a mess.
Sorry to hear about your experience in October. It's unfortunate how increased crowds and disruptive behaviour can impact the enjoyment of such beautiful places. Hopefully, conservation efforts and visitor education will help improve the situation in the future. Despite the challenges, did you manage to capture any memorable shots on your fourth trip?
Thanks Matt. I stumbled upon this video on Google and wanted all to know I saw these 4 moose as well. I’m actually sitting in the front seat of the bus you see at 14+ minutes. We were headed to Morman Row and I must say, since it was not such a nice day, seeing them made the day.
Hi there! What a small world! I'm thrilled to hear you enjoyed the video and spotted the four moose. It's always those unexpected encounters that make a day memorable. Nature has a way of brightening even the gloomiest days. Thanks for sharing your experience!
Incredible images of a bull moose and its crew. Also, I like how you Tarantinoed it by going back in time in the middle of the video. I have never seen a moose in my life so this was a great experience via youtube video.
Appreciate the feedback! Glad you enjoyed the moose images and the video's narrative twist. thanks for watching, cheers!
Amazing Shots Matt. That 500 creates just gorgeous photos .
Huge thank you! Yes, the 500mm f/4 is heavy, but I love how sharp it is. Big glass is expensive so it may be a year or two before I can upgrade.
@@MattShannonPhoto Oh I know. I’m saving for the Z600 F4. It’s gonna take a while lol
@@MrDaveB123 sheesh, yea, no kidding. I was just looking up that lens today. Someone mentioned I should try the 800pf lens. Money money money. I suppose I could rent one or ask Nikon if they have one in stock through their NPS program.
Heading your way from Ontario on Sat to do the Vancouver owl thing and Eagles in Squamish You gonna be out and about ?
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Excellent! Amazing!
Thank you! Cheers!
This is some great content Matt! Your photos were awesome. I also shoot a Z9 and was curious what auto focus setting you use for moose?
Thank you! My most used auto focus settings for the Z9 is AF-C and the Full Area for AF detection in Animal Mode setting. I then program my lens button to a AF Spot Area Mode if the wildlife is really small like a bird and the Z9 starts having trouble locking on to the subject. If those two modes don't work or the subject is really still, I turn my focus ring on my lens which activates manuel focus and my Focus Peaking is shown on screen (My focus peeking is set to blue....I like it the most). Does that make sense? What do you do if you don't mind me asking?
nice channel i used to watch this kind of docu on discov and etc channels. good to see something similar on youtube
Great compliment thank you! Your views and support helps get me back out into the field. I hope to keep the good content flowing :). Thanks again for watching, see you on the next video! Cheers
Great video. Don't love seeing the hordes of people making them so stressed and agitated.
Thank you, and yes, I ran away from the crowds the next day to explore some back roads. I was successful in my search for wildlife. It can get crazy on the main roads and outlooks.
In the past few years Grand Teton, Yellowstone, and Glacier National Parks have become very busy, even in the so called "off" seasons. From your video, the spots you were in are definitely the busier, as the larger bull moose are in those spots. Well presented video, thanks........
Thank you for watching! It's true, the popularity of national parks, even in the off-seasons, has increased significantly in recent years. Here in Canada it exploded after Covid cause everyone was so tired of being cooped up. I appreciate your kind words about the video. Despite the busyness, I hope you found the beauty of the parks shining through in the footage. Any favourite moments or spots you'd recommend for a quieter experience? We did 4x4 east out of the park for some landscape shots. Didn't see much wildlife but it was so nice being out in the woods alone.
Great work man! Love the photos you got and the journey you took us on throughout the video. Welcome to my neck of the woods!
Huge thank you! What a spot to live in (or next to). I couldn't believe how HUGE the parks are. Endless exploring. Now that we are connected, I'll have to come back some time and meet up. The Great Bear Rainforest is a stone's throw away from me for when you come up this way 😄
@@MattShannonPhoto Definitely man! Reach out next time you come down this way. And I’ll do the same when I make it up into Canada :)
Deal!
There is a female moose a baby and a bull at a park near me right now, super cool I got a few decent shots from a distance, but they are in a public forest with lots of hikers so they are rather calm and don't really care about people, but super cool to see from a distance.
Great catch and video.There was another big bull”’Hobart’’which was there at the same time,I only saw him from Moose Wilson Pond,a high vantage point not good for pics,look forward to your next episode
You sound like you are from the area. I should of had you as a guide 😄. My trip was too short...just means I will have to come back again.
@@MattShannonPhoto hey Matt,no my first and definitely not my last ,I just followed the chatter and lucked into the places to be.It wasn’t busy as the weather hadn’t turned cold or snowy enough to drive the animals to the lowlands but what I witnessed was simply amazing.love your work.
Great Video Matt. I'd love to get out to the Tetons someday.
Thank you sir! Yes, you should, it is like a safari. Can be busy in some spots but there are side roads and even dirt roads to explore on.
I love a good old dirt road. Next year for sure@@MattShannonPhoto
There is cellular in some of the major areas in the Grand Tetons NP but hardly any in Yellowstone. Best to download maps of the area and use GPS to get around. FYI@@jamesfrystak
So such beautiful shots and then all the people around....that`s frustrating, isn`t it?! The experience would be a thousand times better if you were alone.
It is true, being alone out in nature would have been a lot nicer. Especially when you can hear traffic behind you. I was kinda glad to get the heavy rain. It cleared a lot of the people out.
Amazing as always, Matt! When you have just the one camera going, do you quickly alternate between video and photos, or are you able to take stills from your video?
Thank you Laura! That is a great question, I switched from video to photos. It's fairly quick on the Z9 to switch between the two and my settings and function buttons all change so that I can make video adjustments at ease and photo adjustments when in photo setting.
Two years ago at Schwabachar’s landing, we witnessed a bull moose trying to get the woods only to have s mob of photographers on foot blocking its movement.
Im surprised park rangers were absent at your moose jam. It would have been nice to have the traffic regulated so a space was available sooner for the moose to cross the road. We witnessed a few bear jams this past fall at the park, and park rangers did a terrific job of crowd management so the bears could go wherever they wanted.
Wow, your experience at Schwabachar's landing sounds both incredible and challenging with the moose encounter. It's unfortunate to hear about the crowded situation, hindering the bull moose's movement. In contrast, it's great to hear that park rangers efficiently managed bear jams during your recent fall visit. It indeed makes a difference when the authorities help regulate traffic and ensure wildlife can move freely. Thanks for sharing your observations, and here's hoping for smoother wildlife interactions in the future.
@@MattShannonPhoto Hope to see you up in BC someday. We love to visit our Cousins who live up there.
Did you have to use waterproof gear for your equipment?
I own a ThinkTank cover for my camera and lens but I didn't use it. When it started raining like it did in this video, I finished my shoot and packed up once the action was over. No issues with the lens and camera since they are weather sealed, but if I was out all day and the weather called for non-stop rain, I would put on the ThinkTank cover.
Ive been in the Tetons at least 15 times, I know exactly where you were in your video. I only have a 300 lenses. Wondering what you did to protect your equipment in the rain
Hi Matt, you shoot M auto ISO or AV?? great shoots I am a big fan, Regards Daniel
Part of me wants to visit here to photograph the wildlife. But so many humans. 😂
lol yeah I hear ya. I knew it was going to be like this before I got there which helped.
Any advice for someone who is wanting to start animal photography? Also just started watching you, wish I found you sooner. :)
Thank you so much for your kind words and for joining the community! I'm thrilled to have you on board. As for advice on starting animal photography, my top tips would be to study the behavior of the animals you want to photograph, be patient, and always be ready to capture spontaneous moments. Understanding your camera settings and practicing in different lighting conditions will also enhance your skills. Most importantly, enjoy the process and have fun connecting with the wildlife. If you have any specific questions or topics you'd like more advice on, feel free to ask. Happy shooting!
@@MattShannonPhoto Thank you!
@@SpaceCow0504 no problem. Do you already have a camera and lens?
@@MattShannonPhoto I do not. But I’m hoping I can get one for Christmas.
Nice shot of the grizz. All that with the 500mm?
Thank you and yes, the majority of the shots were taken with the 500mm f/4 lens. The Grizzly got really close to us so we got in our vehicle and photographed safely from our jeep. There were a few moments when I had to switch to a 70-200mm f/2.8 lens. It was a good moment :)
I bet! Have you tried the 800PF?@@MattShannonPhoto
No, I'm scared I will have to buy it if I do. The lens I would love to get is the NIKKOR Z 600mm f/4 TC VR S....It's only $27,000 Canadian dollars...🥲@@Ben_Stewart Have you used the 800PF or own it?
Own the 400 f4.5, and the 800PF. I tried the 180-600 it was nice but I needed something longer. Having worked with telescopes as far out as 2800-5600mm I wasn't going to shy away from an 800PF. Ended up selling the 180-600 for now and picked up the 800PF.
You can pick up an 800PF for less than $9k from "The Camera Store" in Calgary for GST only shipped! In stock too!@@MattShannonPhoto
Oooooo, 800PF...that would be sweet. I'm going to look into this. My dream lens right now is the new 600TC f/4 Z lens but its 20K. gives 840mm with that built in TC. Sigh, I gotta find a sponsor that isn't my visa haha
I have seen it with need not moose. I have not captured to many moose in my trips.
Trips you have taken through the Grand Teton National Park, or trips somewhere else? Perhaps I was lucky to see this many moose on my trip. I have you have better luck next time.
Which, in my opinion, is still too close.
totally.
Thanks for commenting and mentioning the 25 yards. Better to be safe saying 100 yards I guess 😄
25 yards for moose
The ranger told us 100 yards from a bull moose in rut but I think you are correct cause I couldn't find anything online that indicated 100 yards for moose. It say for Wolves and Bears 100 yards on the website and everything else is 25 yards.
@@MattShannonPhoto I was chatting with a Ranger there during the end of September and we were shoulder to shoulder while I was shooting pics and we were right at 26 yards. That feels really close to a big bull. 😂
@@rontopp that is awesome! Where there are people around, I'm super hesitant to moving closer. My wife always tells me that I'm allowed to get closer, but I feel like I will "be that guy". Are you from around there or visit often? Sounds like the Ranger was pretty chill.
@@MattShannonPhoto I live about 40 minutes south of Seattle. There were a few people, but it was just after sunrise so it wasn’t too bad. The only thing that made me nervous was being back up against a busy road. I’d hate to run from a moose just to be smacked by a car!
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Getting close to a moose is stupidly dangeous. Don't do it.
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