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Fishing Tips and Tricks ???
Late August gave us nearly ideal weather to be out by the water—sitting right around 79 degrees with low humidity. The goal was simple: test out a jerkbait, capture some good catches on camera, and enjoy the day. Of course, fishing rarely goes completely according to script, and murky water had other plans. Things got chaotic quickly thanks to every baitcaster user's worst nightmare. A snag in the thick weeds caused an aggressive spool overrun that completely spiderwebbed the
Lance Ripka
7 days ago1 min read


Where Am I
Nothing beats the quiet thrill of turning a simple day out by the water into a guessing game. Standing along the shoreline with boats gently rocking against the docks and the open lake stretching into the horizon, the scene offers just enough clues to spark curiosity without giving away the secret right away. It is the kind of scenic spot where the breeze immediately slows down your pace, inviting you to pause, scan the water, and wonder: do you recognize this shoreline, or i
Lance Ripka
Sep 21 min read


Looking back at 2026... 🌲📸
Looking back at 2026... 🌲📸 This reel is a collection of the moments, miles, and incredible wildlife I’ve been lucky enough to capture up to this point in the year. The best part? There’s still so much more to come. If you like what you see, stick around for the ride! Give a follow and share the content that connects with you. 🦅👇 #felusproductions #Birding #BirdPhotography #CentralPA #viralreels
Lance Ripka
Aug 291 min read


A Spring Evening on the Water
There is nothing quite like hitting the water early in May, especially when the conditions line up just right. On a crisp spring day at the confluence where Spring Creek flows into Bald Eagle Creek near Milesburg, PA, the season officially got underway. It’s a classic spot for local anglers, where the merging currents create the perfect habitat for a great day of fishing. The First Catch of the Season The real highlight of the outing came on the very first attempt of the seas
Lance Ripka
Jul 241 min read


Where am I Wednesday?
What State Game Land am I at here in Central Pa? Anyone know? #whereamiwednesday #outdoors #viralreels #felusproductions #CentralPA
Lance Ripka
Jul 11 min read


Backyard Royalty: The Vibrant Blue Jays of Central Pennsylvania
There is nothing quite like looking out the window and seeing a sudden flash of brilliant blue against the green grass. Lately, my backyard feeders have been a bustling hub of activity, thanks to a couple of incredibly stunning regular guests. If you have been following my wildlife photography journey, you know how much I love capturing the vibrant bird species native to our area. But these past few weeks, a specific pair of Blue Jays has completely stolen the spotlight. The
Lance Ripka
Jun 252 min read


Looking back at 2026 so far... 🌲📸
This reel is a collection of the moments, miles, and incredible wildlife I’ve been lucky enough to capture up to this point in the year. The best part? There’s still so much more to come. If you like what you see, stick around for the ride! Give a follow and share the content that connects with you. 🦅👇 #felusproductions #Birding #BirdPhotography #CentralPA #OutdoorAdventure
Lance Ripka
Jun 31 min read


Backyard Beauty: A Finch That Means Warmer Days Ahead
That splash of red says it all—male House Finch s are back in Central PA, and spring isn’t far behind. This guy is already staking out territory, his color deepened by a winter of good feeding and ready to sing up the mornings. Pennsylvania birders know this is one of the first reliable hints that the season is turning. Keep your feeders full—courtship and nesting are right around the corner. #CentralPA #HouseFinch #SpringMigration #backyardbirding #felusproductions
Lance Ripka
Apr 201 min read
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