Harold Stiver was a partner in a financial services company who lives with his wife Elaine in Paris, Ontario. He has two daughters and three grandchildren who he spoils relentlessly.
He has long had a fascination with the natural world and has traveled widely exploring and photographing it. You can see more of his images at https://haroldstiver.smugmug.com/.
He is the author of a series of eBook Guides for Photographers and Explorers covering subjects like Waterfalls, Old Mills and Covered Bridges. They are available at Smashwords and other popular distributors.
Completely updated from the original 2014 book, this edition includes color photos, GPS directions, written directions, a short history of Covered Bridges and a review of Truss types.
A Source book for Photographers and Explorers. Descriptions to all of the Southern States of Alabama, Georgia, Kentucky, Tennessee, Virginia and West Virginia's 66 Remaining Historic Covered Bridges, including Color Photographs.
GPS and written directions. Photo tips for each bridge.
A short history of Covered Bridges and the various Truss Types.
Recommended tours of each state.
Orkney contains some of the most amazing bird species in the world and this guide will help the visitor to find them.It is designed to do this in three different ways.
1) A summary of some of the best areas, how to get there and what birds you might expect. This includes all of the RSPB Reserves.
2) Three tours outlines to help you plan a productive visit. Included are:
Tour 1- Searching for S
A Systematic Guide for Beginner and Intermediate Bird Photographers
Equipment Section with information on DSLR Cameras and Accessories, Digiscoping and Remote Photography
The Settings Section covers camera settings and Long Lens Technique
Fieldcraft looks at Finding and Approaching birds, Recordings, Blinds, Baiting, Weather and Flight shots
Where to Find Birds
Composition and Image Editing
Sales
A Source book for Photographers and Explorers.
Descriptions of Maryland's 6 Remaining Historic Covered Bridges, as well as multiple photographs of them. GPS Positions and written directions. Photo tips for each bridge.
A short history of Covered Bridges in North America and a review of the various Truss Types.
A Source book for Photographers and Explorers.
Descriptions of Delaware's 3 Remaining Historic Covered Bridges, as well as multiple photographs of them. GPS Positions and written directions. Photo tips for each bridge.
A short history of Covered Bridges in North America and a review of the various Truss Types and information on the important bridge builders of Ohio.
A Source book for Photographers and Explorers.
Descriptions to all of Ohio's 146 Remaining Historic Covered Bridges, as well as over a hundred photographs of them. GPS Positions and written directions. Photo tips for each bridge.
Short history of Covered Bridges in North America and a review of the various Truss Types and info on the important bridge builders of Ohio. Self-guided Tours.
A new guide to the more than 175 historic Covered Bridges in the New England area. Up to date information on each one. Included for each bridge are detailed directions and GPS coordinates, photos as well as detailed directions for Self Guided tours of each region in the area. If you live in or travel in the New England area, you will treasure having this guide available.
A Complete Guide to more than 600 sites in Ontario designed for Explorers and Photographers. Included are GPS and driving directions to the sites, ratings and tips for photographers. There are also Detailed Directions for 10 Self-directed Tours.
It includes almost 100 photographs.
A Source book for Photographers and Explorers Descriptions to all of West Virginia's 17 Remaining Historic Covered Bridges, as well as photos of them. GPS Positions and written directions. Photo tips for each bridge. A short history of Covered Bridges in North America and a review of the various Truss Types.
A Source book for Photographers and Explorers Descriptions to all of Virginia 8 Remaining Historic Covered Bridges, as well as photos of them. GPS Positions and written directions. Photo tips for each bridge. A short history of Covered Bridges in North America and a review of the various Truss Types.
A Source book for Photographers and Explorers
Descriptions to all of Tennessee's 4 Remaining Historic Covered Bridges, as well as photos of each one. GPS Positions and written directions. Photo tips for each bridge.
A short history of Covered Bridges in North America and an extensive review of the various Truss Types.
A Source book for Photographers and Explorers
Descriptions to all of Kentucky's over 13 Remaining Historic Covered Bridges, as well as photos of each one. GPS Positions and written directions. Photo tips for each bridge.
A short history of Covered Bridges in North America and a review of the various Truss Types.
A new guide to the more than 50 historic Covered Bridges in the New Hampshire area. Detailed directions and GPS coordinates. Photos and photo tips peculiar to that bridge. Hstory and construction details.Step by Step directions for your own Self Guided Tour for 6 areas spread throughout the state. If you live in or travel in the New Hampshire area, you will treasure having this guide available.
Orkney is a premier destination for birders looking for spectacular species like Hen Harriers, Puffins and Skuas This guide is designed for the first time or experienced visitor. Enclosed you will find
* How to get to and around in Orkney
* Information on the best birding sites
* A systematic list of species and where to find them
* Instruction for Self-guided tours of some great sites
A Source book for Photographers and Explorers
Descriptions and photos to all of Maine's 10 Remaining Historic Covered Bridges.
GPS Positions and written directions. Photo tips for each bridge to make sure you have the least amount of hassle in getting there.
Step by Step directions for 5 of the finest bridges to use for your own Self Guided tour.
Short history and construction methods included
A Source book for Photographers and Explorers.
Descriptions to all of Indiana's Remaining Historic Covered Bridges, as well as over a hundred photographs of them. GPS Positions and written directions . Photo tips for each bridge.
Step by Step Instructions for your own Self Guided Tour of historic Parke County, see a few or all 31 old Covered Bridges in an easy and fun way.
A Source book for Photographers and Explorers
Descriptions to all of Vermont's Remaining Historic Covered Bridges, as well as multiple photos. GPS Positions and written directions. Photo tips for each bridge.
A short history of Covered Bridges in North America and a review of the various Truss Types.
Self Guided Tours which cover every bridge.
A Source book for Photographers and Explorers Descriptions to all of Connecticut's 4 Remaining Historic Covered Bridges, as well as photos of each one. There is also information on a few Covered Bridges without historical designation.
GPS Positions and written directions. Photo tips for each bridge. A short history of Covered Bridges in North America and a review of the various Truss Types.
A 250 page guide to over 180 Historical Mills in Ontario, Canada.
This Guide includes directions and GPS locations, Hundreds of photos as well as photo tips both generally and specific to each site.
Included is a short history of each site including such details as the builder, type of milling and current use.
You will also find 10 Self guided tours to get you started.
A Source book for Photographers and Explorers Descriptions to all of New York's 27 Remaining Historic Covered Bridges, as well as photos. GPS Positions and written directions. Also includes useful self guided tours.
Photo tips for each bridge. A short history of Covered Bridges in North America and a detailed review of the various Truss Types.
A Source book for Photographers and Explorers
Descriptions to all of Michigan's 6 Remaining Historic Covered Bridges, as well as multiple photos of each one. GPS Positions and written directions. Photo tips for each bridge.
A short history of Covered Bridges in North America and a detailed review of the various Truss Types.
A Source book for Photographers and Explorers
Descriptions to all of Massachusetts 11 Remaining Historic Covered Bridges, as well as photos. GPS Positions and written directions. Photo tips for each bridge.
A short history of Covered Bridges in North America and a review of the various Truss Types.