about the photographer

Paul Strauss has lived in South Florida for over 35 years. His fondness of nature flourished into a passion for nature photography. He is a:

• UF IFAS – Advanced Florida Master Naturalist  
• Florida Park Service Volunteer providing interpretative nature walks, ecology instruction and photography skills to school groups and the general public.
• FWCC Ridge Ranger 
• NAI - Certified Interpretative Guide 
• Former USCG-OUPV Charter Captain 
• Director of Environmental & Conservation Services for the PBC School District
• CCA-Florida: Martin County Chapter 
• PADI Certified Open Water SCUBA Diver