The routine prescribed burns at Saint Marks National Wildlife Refuge often open up new photographic opportunities.
Some areas of the refuge, such as the section just south of the visitors center, tend to grow thick vegetation that obstructs the view of the east river pool. Such thick growth is not good habitat for wildlife and regular prescribed fires help restore a more natural habitat. The fires are good for photographers as it provides new views of the refuge
Below are a couple of images of high water in the East River which created an interesting reflecting pool.
