Reddish Vale with POPS

Join me and my dad, affectionately known as 'Pops,' on an exciting wildlife photography expedition to Reddish Vale Country Park! As spring casts its vibrant spell, we're filled with anticipation, eager to capture the beauty of nature awakening.
From the moment we set foot in the park, the air is filled with the promise of new beginnings. Armed with our cameras (A Nikon Z9 and Nikon Z8) and a shared passion for wildlife, we embark on a journey through lush greenery and winding trails, hoping to catch glimpses of the park's diverse inhabitants as they prepare for the breeding season.
With each step, we immerse ourselves in the sights and sounds of the natural world, pausing to admire blooming wildflowers and listen to the melodic chirping of birds overhead. As we wander deeper into the heart of the park, our excitement mounts, fuelled by the possibility of encountering elusive creatures in their natural habitat.
From Mandarin Ducks and Cormorants to Heron hunting frogs in the reed beds, every moment holds the potential for a breathtaking photograph. With Pops by my side, sharing stories and laughter along the way, our adventure becomes about more than just capturing images-it's about creating memories that will last a lifetime.
Join us as we navigate through meandering streams and hidden glens, our spirits lifted by the magic of springtime in Reddish Vale. Whether you're an avid wildlife enthusiast or simply seeking a dose of nature's tranquility, this journey promises to inspire and delight.
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Kit used in this video:
Nikon Z9
Nikon Z8
Nikon 400m f4.5
Nikon Z180-600mm
DJI Pocket 3
DJI Mic
GoPro Hero 11
DJI Mini 3 Pro

[@IANREA]

Wishing Pops the best

[@stuartwillis]

Many thanks for your kind words. Pops

[@danwillis_photography]

Thanks very much, appreciate it 👍🏻

[@peterstarling6653]

Best wishes for a speedy recovery Pops.

[@danwillis_photography]

Thanks Peter 👍🏻

[@sbphotography3751]

Good on you Pops, a backup body is worth its weight in gold ;) Best wishes for a speedy and complete recovery! Love the banter about taking care of gear :)

[@danwillis_photography]

Thanks very much I really appreciate it, we always have a good laugh when we are out together it’s what makes it good fun.
All the best 👍🏻

[@dalemews1]

Such an important message. And all credit to you for revealing your diagnosis Pops. I urge all of your male viewers, If you are going to the toilet more frequently than normal get your PSA levels checked. It may simply be an enlarged prostate. In most cases it is, but if it is cancer the sooner it's caught the better.
All the best Pops, I know you'll be in good hands.

[@stuartwillis]

Many thanks for your kind words, I was more than happy in revealing my diagnosis if it encourages any of Daniels subscribers to get their PSA levels checked. As I said I had no symptoms (not even going to the toilet more often) just very lucky it was picked up during my annual checkup. Pops

[@danwillis_photography]

Very wise words and a really appreciated comment Dale, thanks very much.
All the very best 👍🏻

[@dalemews1]

No probs Dan. I'm sure Pops will be back out capturing more wonderful images before you know it!

[@twitcherspictures]

Another fantastic video Dan. We love the interaction between you an Pops. Wishing Pops all the best and look forward to seeing him back with you soon.

[@danwillis_photography]

Thanks very much guys and thanks for the coffee, always appreciate it 👍🏻

[@VABrowneMDPhD]

Praying for Pops and wishing him a speedy recovery! Beautiful photos!!!

[@danwillis_photography]

Thank you very much I really appreciate it 👍🏻

[@user-rl5uk4cr2c]

Good luck pops hope Dan keeps us up to date how you are 🙏🙏

[@stuartwillis]

Many thanks for your kind words. Pops

[@danwillis_photography]

I will do, I promise.
All the best 👍🏻

[@jonward1987]

Great to see you back out Dan love and best wishes to the legend Pops👌

[@stuartwillis]

Many thanks. Pops

[@danwillis_photography]

Thanks very much Jon, really appreciate it 👍🏻

[@gerarddrent]

Pops all the best. Wishing a quick recovery

[@stuartwillis]

Many thanks, Back home from surgery, all's well plus they found a possible pre-cancerous tumor on my Appendix so whipped that out as well. Thank god for my annual check-up! Pops

[@danwillis_photography]

Thank you 🙏🏻

[@fodjet]

Good Luck to Pops. Really lovely how you both go out to photograph and spend quality time together. Take Care of him.

[@stuartwillis]

Many thanks for your kind words, I always feel blessed in being able to share my passion with my Son. Pops

[@danwillis_photography]

Thanks very much I really appreciate it 👍🏻

[@eljayr4669]

Great video. It just shows you what you can do with local Birds in the park. Also good luck to pops. I was diagnosed early with a PSA blood test, that was 16 years ago and I am still here and have no intentions of going anywhere. I wish pops every success with his surgery.

[@stuartwillis]

Many thanks for your kind and encouraging words I really appreciate it. Pops

[@danwillis_photography]

Thank you very much it’s been really reassuring to read positive success stories such as yours so thanks for sharing. All the best 👍🏻

[@Mkinder79]

Another brilliant video well done chaps, best wishes to pops can't wait to see you out and about on your next adventure

[@stuartwillis]

Many thanks for your kind words. Pops

[@danwillis_photography]

Thanks very much mate, really appreciate it 👍🏻

[@HellBatDC]

sending positive vibes for pops.

[@stuartwillis]

Thank you. Pops

[@danwillis_photography]

Thank you 👍🏻

[@LynneH-ej6rx]

Best wishes to Pops for a successful surgery and speedy recovery. Keeping him in my thoughts and prayers.

[@stuartwillis]

Many thanks for your kind words. Pops

[@danwillis_photography]

Thanks very much Lynne, appreciate it 👍🏻

[@michellefussel8229]

Hope you get well soon pops! + very beautifil pictures and glad u got your wish and the heron + frog pic

[@stuartwillis]

Thank you for your kind words. Pops

[@danwillis_photography]

Thanks very much Michelle, appreciate it 👍🏻

[@paulliversage4479]

Quick recovery pops...welcome to the world of z8

[@stuartwillis]

Thanks you, loving the Z8. Pops

[@danwillis_photography]

Thanks Paul 👍🏻

[@alanchapman7778]

Best wishes to Pops for his forthcoming Op, it’s great to be passing this important message. We’ll be thinking of you 💪💪

[@stuartwillis]

Many thanks for your kind words. Pops

[@danwillis_photography]

Thanks very much Alan 👍🏻

[@Terrysolly]

Wishing pops all the best

[@stuartwillis]

Many thanks for your kind words. Pops

[@danwillis_photography]

Thanks Terry 👍🏻

[@peterosborne9802]

Lovely video, but please send our love and best wishes to pop's, speedy recovery, and I am looking forward to seeing more of his Z8 photos. ❤

[@stuartwillis]

Many thanks. Pops

[@danwillis_photography]

Thanks very much Peter, I really appreciate it 👍🏻

[@trevt2253]

Great video as always Dan , wishing pops all the best and a speedy recovery 👍📸

[@stuartwillis]

Many thanks for your kind words. Pops

[@danwillis_photography]

Thanks very much, appreciated 👍🏻

[@colpage4030]

Wishing Pops a speedy recovery

[@stuartwillis]

Thank you. Pops

[@danwillis_photography]

Thank you 👍🏻

[@xtoby44x]

Great video, and best of luck to Pops. Speedy recovery!!!

[@stuartwillis]

Many thanks for your kind words. Pops

[@danwillis_photography]

Thanks very much, appreciate it 👍🏻

[@andrewmason5268]

Hope Pops’ surgery goes well Dan. My Dad’s prostate cancer was missed for two years until it was eventually picked up. Good on both of you for speaking out about the importance of prostate cancer awareness.

[@stuartwillis]

Many thanks. Pops

[@danwillis_photography]

Thanks very much Andrew, really appreciate it and I hope your Dad has recovered from his prostrate cancer 👍🏻

[@johngunning2123]

All the best for your operation Pops from Australia.👍

[@stuartwillis]

Thank you for your kind words. Pops

[@danwillis_photography]

Thanks very much John, appreciate it 👍🏻

[@jeanlouis83]

Hello Pops and Dan, all my best wishes for a speedy recovery to Pops it will go well, for your Dance gear is not important in life there are worse, you see on March 12th I had my left leg amputated, for the pictures the moorhen is superb and the heron a great report, Too bad for the frog

[@stuartwillis]

Thank you, sorry to hear about your leg hope your recovering well. Pops

[@danwillis_photography]

Thanks very much Jean Louis I really appreciate it. Sorry to hear about your leg and wishing you a speedy recovery ❤️‍🩹

[@michaelsaltsman7550]

All the very best to Pops Godspeed sure all be ok take care

[@danwillis_photography]

Thanks very much Michael 👍🏻

[@stuartwillis]

Thank you. Pops

[@joncothranphotography9375]

Wonderful images, Dan! It's good to see you with a camera in hand again. Prayers going up for Pops that all will go well.

[@stuartwillis]

Many thanks for your kind words. Pops

[@danwillis_photography]

Thanks very much John, always very much appreciated 👍🏻

[@derricksalisbury7631]

Good luck pops

[@stuartwillis]

Many thanks for your kind words. Pops

[@danwillis_photography]

Thanks Derrick 👍🏻

[@iandalziel3541]

Another great video. I hope Pops surgery goes well I like seeing him on your channel.

[@stuartwillis]

Thank you for your kind words. Pops

[@danwillis_photography]

Thanks very much Ian, appreciate it 👍🏻

[@RichardUpstanding]

All the best Pops. I hope surgery goes well and you’ll be back to your best really soon

[@stuartwillis]

Thank you for your kind words. Pops

[@danwillis_photography]

Thanks Richard 👍🏻

[@user-ed1qs5ji1v]

Awwww i am so sorry to hear the bad news POPS, you will kick this an be up an running in no time. My father has just been through the same thing not so long ago. He is now fighting fit an more determined to live life to the full, an not miss a minute. Stay strong, and looking forward to your return. All the best. Sharon Dale. xx

[@stuartwillis]

Thank you for your kind words especially about your Dad, very inspirational. A man after my own heart that's for sure! Pops

[@danwillis_photography]

Thanks very much Sharon, it’s great to read about other people’s success stories with prostrate cancer I really appreciate it.
Take care and all the best 👍🏻

[@user-ds7mf2iq7r]

Well done pops for reminding fellas to speak up we’re poor at letting know of problems illnesses I went to docs with a problem my wife said and by the way he’s doing this next thing is I’ve been diagnosed with Parkinson’s so I wish pops a speedy recovery

[@stuartwillis]

Thanks for your kind words, sorry to hear about your Parkinson's look after yourself buddy. Pops

[@danwillis_photography]

Thanks very much, sorry to hear about your diagnosis of Parkinson’s.
All the very best 👍🏻

[@strix_pht]

All the best to pops!

[@stuartwillis]

Thank you for your kind words. Pops

[@danwillis_photography]

Thanks very much 👍🏻

[@debbiehawkins7428]

Sorry to hear about Pops wish him a speedy recovery xxx❤❤

[@stuartwillis]

Thank you. Pops

[@danwillis_photography]

Thanks very much Debbie 👍🏻

[@adamting428]

Good luck Pops! 👍

[@stuartwillis]

Thank you for your kind words. Pops

[@danwillis_photography]

Thanks Adam 👍🏻

[@steveoldham4462]

Please wish pops our best wishes and a speedy recovery, keep us posted of his progress.

[@stuartwillis]

Many thanks for your kind words. Pops

[@danwillis_photography]

Thanks very much Steve, i will do 👍🏻

[@nickclaytonphotography]

The cormorants are in breeding plumage Dan. The white collar & bright green eye is a signifier of this. Another excellent vlog from you two great guys again, & as you know I was privy to Pops’ ‘news’ prior to him announcing it here - but… Well done Stuart, good on you for facing up to it head on; & not only that, but big respect & a huge well done for spreading the word on the importance of getting yourself checked! I don’t want it to become the main focus of my comments on your wonderful videography & photography skills, but from my own life experiences I know where you guys are coming from & what’s still to come.
Reddish Vale looks a great little venue (if a little busy); & you captured some great stuff.
Keep on keeping on guys!
All the best,
Nick

[@danwillis_photography]

Cheers Nick, always appreciate your comments and support mate.
All the very best 👍🏻

[@stuartwillis]

Many thanks Nick. Pops

[@sheila4254]

Fabulous video and good luck Pops x

[@stuartwillis]

Many thanks for your kind words. Pops

[@danwillis_photography]

Thanks very much Sheila 👍🏻

[@fraud1able]

Another brill video and best wishes Pops

[@stuartwillis]

Thank you. Pops

[@danwillis_photography]

Thanks very much I appreciate it 👍🏻

[@ianjackson1670]

Hi Dan another great video I hope Pops OP goes well look forward until your next one!!!

[@stuartwillis]

Thank you for your kind words. Pops

[@danwillis_photography]

Thanks very much Ian, appreciated 👍🏻

[@johnlindseyphotography1704]

Another fantastic video Dan and please wish POPS all the best and a speedy recovery.

[@danwillis_photography]

Thanks very much John, I will indeed pass on your regards.
All the best 👍🏻

[@johnlindseyphotography1704]

Many thanks Dan.

[@garyives1218]

Speedy recovery to Pops. Thanks

[@stuartwillis]

Thank you. Pops

[@danwillis_photography]

Thanks Gary 👍🏻

[@edward832505]

Great !! material.

[@danwillis_photography]

Thank you 👍🏻

[@ianspicer3885]

Pops I'm sorry for you I wish you a quick recovery , another stunning video 😊

[@stuartwillis]

Many thanks, just got back home from surgery, they found a possible pre-cancerous tumor on my Appendix so whipped that out as well. Thank god for my annual check-up! Pops

[@danwillis_photography]

Thanks very much Ian, really appreciate it 👍🏻

[@andrewmilne3031]

All the best to pops❤

[@stuartwillis]

Thank you for your kind words. Pops

[@danwillis_photography]

Thanks very much Andrew, appreciate it 👍🏻

[@sangliersepromene]

Good luck to Pops and speedy recovery !

[@stuartwillis]

Many thanks, just got back home from surgery, they found a possible pre-cancerous tumor on my Appendix so whipped that out as well. Thank god for my annual check-up!

[@danwillis_photography]

Thank you 👍🏻

[@MrCopper4]

All the best pops

[@stuartwillis]

Thank you for your kind words. Pops

[@danwillis_photography]

Thank you 👍🏻

[@user-on9bu6tu7c]

Pleased you made us aware of your Prostate cancer and the importance of getting it checked. Best wishes Stuart and I’ll keep in touch.
Loved your visit to Reddish Vale and the production of such stunning photography from you both.
Look after Pops camera Dan. You certainly took some fabulous photos with the Z9.
All the best to you both.
Kayx

[@stuartwillis]

Many thanks for your kind words Kay hope to see you very soon. Stuart x

[@danwillis_photography]

Thanks very much Kay, really appreciate it. Promise to look after his camera 👍🏻

[@AnujRawlaVRRT]

Wishing your Pops a complete and speedy recovery.

[@stuartwillis]

Many thanks, just got back home from surgery, they found a possible pre-cancerous tumor on my Appendix so whipped that out as well. Thank god for my annual check-up!

[@danwillis_photography]

Thanks very much, really appreciate it 👍🏻

[@noelhewitt7434]

Best wishes to you pops on the surgery. Hope all goes well. Its always a pleasure to see you on the vids.. great pine marten shots btw

[@stuartwillis]

Many thanks for your kind words. Glad you liked my Pine Marten photos I had an awesome time, if you get the opportunity visit Keith Thorburn's Pine Marten Hide up in Scotland. Keith has an amazing set up and really looks after you with loads of great advice to get the best out of your visit. Pops

[@danwillis_photography]

Thanks very much Noel, appreciate it 👍🏻

[@noelhewitt7434]

@@stuartwillis I'm from Ireland and Scotland has always been on my list of places to go.. its so close to me and yet I have never managed to get there.. typical..

[@johntaylor38]

Pops , I'm of the same age and you will be in my thoughts and prayers. GOD BLESS.

[@stuartwillis]

Many thanks, just got back home from surgery, they found a possible pre-cancerous tumor on my Appendix so whipped that out as well. Thank god for my annual check-up!

[@danwillis_photography]

Thanks very much John 👍🏻

[@trevorcrowshaw3884]

All the best to pops I too h❤ave had prostrate cancer back in 2010 I had radiotherapy so hope you have the luck that I have had.

[@stuartwillis]

Many thanks so great to hear about your success with Prostrate Cancer, I'm back home from surgery now and all's well plus they found a possible pre-cancerous tumor on my Appendix so whipped that out as well. If I had gone down the Radiotherapy route they would not have found that problem, having said that my surgeon told me that my situation was very rare in fact it was a first for him. Thank god for my annual check-up and had a PSA test. Pops

[@danwillis_photography]

Thank you and all the best 👍🏻

[@derekclark4762]

Great video Dan, it definitely helps when the wildlife are accustomed to humans, even if the humans walk in front of the lens. The full frontal Cormorant was absolutely wonderful, the eyes were like precious stones, and some superb Heron footage, great to have a camera on loan. Wish Pops the best of luck with his upcoming procedure, he'll be fighting fit in no time, just sitting watching Bullies Siskins Redpoll and a lone Brambling still hanging around the feeders, all the best Derek 👍

[@stuartwillis]

Many thanks. Pops

[@danwillis_photography]

Thanks very much Derek, always really appreciate your comments and support mate.
All the best 👍🏻

[@andywhiteside16]

sending best wishes to pops

[@stuartwillis]

Thank you for your kind words. Pops

[@danwillis_photography]

Thanks Andy 👍🏻

[@adamthomasphotography]

All the best pops!

[@stuartwillis]

Thank you really appreciate your words. Pops

[@danwillis_photography]

Thanks very much Adam, appreciate it 👍🏻

[@robshipman7242]

Another great fun video and great images as always . Pops I hope all goes well and a speedy recovery, all the best .

[@stuartwillis]

Many thanks. Pops

[@danwillis_photography]

Thanks very much Rob, appreciate it. All the best mate 👍🏻

[@nigelroberson8911]

Thinking of pops ❤️❤️

[@stuartwillis]

Thank you for your kind words. Pops

[@danwillis_photography]

Thanks very much Nigel, appreciate it 👍🏻

[@warrengilson1835]

Found your channel a week ago - immediately subscribed. I don't know an ISO from my a**hole - strictly point and click is me - but I do know someone who is enthusiastic about nature and helping others develop their own skills when I see them. Your videos are both beautiful and fun to watch. I'm making it my hobby to see as many mammals as I can (UK on the list for next year I hope) so your tips on setting up for photography are also excellent for maximising chances of seeing wildlife.
My best wishes and prayers for Pops to recover quickly and be back giving you some stick, Dan! 😁

[@danwillis_photography]

Thank you very much Warren I really enjoyed reading your comment and appreciate the sub.
I think you are about to embark on a wonderful journey with your new hobby, photography has given me opportunities to see so many different animals in the UK and for me the photographs are just the bonuses of that. We have some truly amazing wildlife which is often overlooked.
All the very best 👍🏻

[@rebeccadelaney9780]

I’m watching your latest Video & was only thinking I was worried about Pops as we hadn’t “seen him” on your last few . I find your videos so informative, and love the rapport , teasing, and competitiveness between you both. I really hope the surgery etc goes well, and we see him in a few months. Good luck .

[@stuartwillis]

Thank you for your kind words. Pops

[@danwillis_photography]

Thanks so very much Rebecca I really appreciated your comment.
All the best 👍🏻

[@simoneardley]

Good work Dan. Wish your dad a speedy recovery. He'll soon be back behind the camera 😊📸👊🏼

[@stuartwillis]

Many thanks, just got back home from surgery, they found a possible pre-cancerous tumor on my Appendix so whipped that out as well. Thank god for my annual check-up! Pops

[@simoneardley]

@stuartwillis Sounds like you've had a full service there Stuart. You'll be on the mend in no time. Stay strong💪 👍🏼

[@danwillis_photography]

Cheers Simon, always appreciated mate 👍🏻

[@owenparker4120]

Great to see you guys out together again. Really sorry to hear of the news Pops but thank god you opted for the PSA procedure. Wishing you all the very best, keep strong and positive and hear's wishing for a speedy recovery 👍

[@stuartwillis]

Many thanks, just got back home from surgery, they found a possible pre-cancerous tumor on my Appendix so whipped that out as well. Thank god for my annual check-up! Pops

[@danwillis_photography]

Thanks very much Owen, really appreciate it.
All the best 👍🏻

[@philparker97]

Wishing a speedy recovery to Pops, and well done to you both for raising awareness of this issue in such a pragmatic manner. Also some fantastic photos of the heron & the frog.

[@stuartwillis]

Many thanks for your kind words really appreciate them. Pops

[@danwillis_photography]

Thanks very much Phil, really appreciate it 👍🏻

[@lrc500w]

Wishing pops all the best. Wishing a speedy recovery

[@stuartwillis]

Many thanks. Pops

[@danwillis_photography]

Thanks very much I really appreciate it 👍🏻

[@tedshillitto6886]

Nice video Dan, best wishes to Pops.

[@stuartwillis]

Thank you for your kind words. Pops

[@danwillis_photography]

Thanks very much Ted, appreciate it 👍🏻

[@kathrynhall9920]

Good luck Pops

[@stuartwillis]

Thank you for your kind words. Pops

[@danwillis_photography]

Thank you Kathryn ☺️

[@marieta.s]

All the best to your father and I hope he manages to overcome this hurdle and has a successful recovery.

[@stuartwillis]

Many thanks. Pops

[@danwillis_photography]

Thank you very much 👍🏻

[@suzannenuttall6432]

❤ All the best pops xx

[@stuartwillis]

Many thanks, just got back home from surgery, they found a possible pre-cancerous tumor on my Appendix so whipped that out as well. Thank god for my annual check-up! Pops

[@danwillis_photography]

Thank you 🙏🏻

[@debbiewitt7028]

Beautiful shots nice outing for Dan and Pops. Best wishes for Pops!

[@stuartwillis]

Many thanks, just got back home from surgery, they found a possible pre-cancerous tumor on my Appendix so whipped that out as well. Thank god for my annual check-up!

[@debbiewitt7028]

@@stuartwillis Oh boy sounds like it all came together, prayers for a quick recovery those birds are waiting for you!

[@danwillis_photography]

Thanks very much Debbie, appreciate it ☺️

[@steve_colwill]

Best wishes to Pops for a successful operation and speedy recovery! 👍🏻

[@stuartwillis]

Many thanks for your kind words. Pops

[@danwillis_photography]

Thanks very much Steve 👍🏻

[@michaelgoodwin8839]

Another great video Dan and POPS keep the great work up all my best to POPS and a speedy recovery Mike.

[@stuartwillis]

Many thanks for your kind words. Pops

[@danwillis_photography]

Thanks very much Mike, appreciate it 👍🏻

[@SteveRappitt]

Best wishes to Pops for his forthcoming procedure, hope all goes well and he can continue photography as soon as possible.

[@stuartwillis]

Many thanks, just got back home from surgery, they found a possible pre-cancerous tumor on my Appendix so whipped that out as well. Thank god for my annual check-up! Pops

[@danwillis_photography]

Thanks Steve 👍🏻

[@SteveRappitt]

@@stuartwillis Although you will be eager to get out with Dan again, do make sure you,re fit and strong enough to carry your gear again. Best wishes.

[@Trish12303]

Best wishes for a full and expeditious recovery Pops! And, welcome to the Nikon Z8 family!! 🙂
Beautiful images as always Dan!! Love the Pine Marten shots Pops!!

[@stuartwillis]

Many thanks, just got back home from surgery, they found a possible pre-cancerous tumor on my Appendix so whipped that out as well. Thank god for my annual check-up! Pops

[@danwillis_photography]

Thank you very much, always appreciate your comments and support ☺️

[@hstein27]

Great to see you both out in the field again! Absolutely amazing shot of the two frogs in the mouth of that heron! Wishing Pops a smooth surgery and speedy recovery!

[@stuartwillis]

Many thanks for your kind words. Pops

[@danwillis_photography]

Thanks very much, really appreciate it 👍🏻

[@SeanHalePhotos]

All the best POPS, I hope you are up and about again very soon.

[@danwillis_photography]

Thanks very much Sean, appreciate it 👍🏻

[@alasdairmackenzie905]

Wishing you all the best Pops. Absolutely sure we'll be seeing you back in no time at all.

[@stuartwillis]

Many thanks for your kind words. I'll be back Pops

[@danwillis_photography]

Thanks very much Alasdair, really appreciate it 👍🏻

[@SwanSycorax]

Great video Dan, really enjoyed this. Firstly, very best wishes to Pops for the treatment and hope all goes well. Great photos of the heron with the frog. We regularly get a heron visiting our garden ponds and i have seen it grab a frog from time to tilke and fly off with it but never managed to photograph that particular situation, however, just a few days ago I did photograph a heron with one of our fish and took a sequence of close ups as it juggled the fish before it was swallowed. I too bought a Z180-600 just a few weeks ago. I had a Z 100-400 which had served me well for the past two years but I was frustrated by the lack of reach needed for locations such as Pulborough Brooks. I tried a borrowed 180-600 and carried out back to back tests against the 100-400 with the 1.4xTC and, despite not being an S-Line lens, the 180-600 was noticeably better than the 100-400 set-up so I had to do it. I think this is possibly the best performing and value for money lens in Nikon's whole Z range.

[@stuartwillis]

Many thanks. Pops

[@danwillis_photography]

Thanks very much Brian, I always appreciate your comments and support.
I must admit having used the 180-600 over a couple of weeks I think it’s a tremendous lens and at the price point is sure to become a huge asset to many people. Its versatility, focus speed and sharpness make it a fantastic tool.
All the very best 👍🏻

[@markroscoephotography]

All the best pops ❤️…. Fingers crossed for a speedy recovery…. good to see pops good spirits

[@stuartwillis]

Many thanks for your kind words. Pops

[@danwillis_photography]

Thanks very much Mark, appreciate it 👍🏻

[@ebird124]

brilliant video once again and wishing Pops a speedy recovery.

[@stuartwillis]

Many thanks for your kind words. Pops

[@danwillis_photography]

Thanks very much mate 👍🏻

[@mikeharrison2900]

Good luck pops wishing you all the best and good on you for speaking out 💙

[@stuartwillis]

Thank you for your kind words. If by speaking out spurs someone on to take the test, then job done 😁Pops

[@danwillis_photography]

Thanks very much Mike 👍🏻

[@buzzingaboutbuzzards7566]

Good luck on your operation Pops and a speedy recovery keep that camera away from your boy he’s clumsy ! I enjoyed the video and look forward to more all the best you two 👍

[@stuartwillis]

Thank you for your kind words. Pops

[@danwillis_photography]

Thanks very much I really appreciate it, well apart from the clumsy comment 😂😂😂😂
All the very best mate 👍🏻

[@ianwilsonwildlifephotography]

Great video Dan. Was at RV last year photographing the Mandarins. Great venue. Was thinking of getting a Z9 but after what pops said may look at z8 as I have dodgy back as well. All the best to pops for a successful operation and speedy recovery. Ian 👍

[@stuartwillis]

Thank you for your kind words. Absolutely love my Z8 handles and performs just like my Z9. Don't get me wrong my Z9 will always be my first choice camera but for a long day out with lots of leg work my Z8 combined with Z400 f4.5 prime is the perfect lightweight set for me. Pops

[@danwillis_photography]

Thanks very much Ian. I can thoroughly recommend the Z8 it’s a fantastic piece of kit 👍🏻

[@ianwilsonwildlifephotography]

@@danwillis_photography yeah might just look into it. Abit cheaper aswell. 👍

[@stephendarlington]

Good to see you covering the everyday subjects; subjects we can all see and photograph in our local ponds and rivers. Best wishes to Pops, hope he has a speedy recovery

[@stuartwillis]

Many thanks for your kind words. Pops

[@danwillis_photography]

Cheers Stephen, I really appreciated your response.
All the very best 👍🏻

[@tonyslater8762]

Another great video Dan, best wishes for a speedy recovery Pops.

[@stuartwillis]

Many thanks for your kind words. Pops

[@danwillis_photography]

Thanks very much Tony, all the best 👍🏻

[@MikeS-iy7kb]

Good thoughts and Prayers sent Pops.

[@stuartwillis]

Thank you. Pops

[@danwillis_photography]

Thank you Mike 👍🏻

[@stephenwilliams6682]

Best wishes to Pops, for a speedy full recovery❤

[@stuartwillis]

Many thanks for your kind words. Pops

[@danwillis_photography]

Thanks very much Stephen 👍🏻

[@donaldstewart3799]

Great video as usual, I am in same age group as pops and have a Z8, I had my prostate removed 5 plus years ago and all is well now, they wanted to do surveillance but I wanted it removed, thank god this was just before lockdown and all ops and check ups were cancelled. All the best and do the pelvic exercises which are a great help.

[@stuartwillis]

Many thanks for your kind and encouraging words really appreciate them. Pops

[@danwillis_photography]

Thanks very much Donald it’s great to hear about others who have had success stories with prostrate cancer so really appreciate you sharing it.
All the best 👍🏻

[@garywignall8616]

Enjoyed the new video. Spent many a happy hour down The Vale. Best of luck Pops

[@stuartwillis]

Many thanks for your kind words. Pops

[@danwillis_photography]

Cheers Gary, really appreciate it mate 👍🏻

[@deolimjo]

wishing pops all the best concerning his operation hope it goes well, thank you for sahring another excellent wildlife photography experience.

[@stuartwillis]

Many thanks for your kind words. Pops

[@danwillis_photography]

Thank you very much we both really appreciate it 👍🏻

[@johnhughes7062]

Excellent video lads and all the best Pops.

[@danwillis_photography]

Thanks very much John 👍🏻

[@stuartwillis]

Thank you. Pops

[@relichunter7984]

Great video, nice variety of subjects Dan. Please pass on my best wishes for Pops full recovery.

[@stuartwillis]

Many thanks, just got back home from surgery, they found a possible pre-cancerous tumor on my Appendix so whipped that out as well. Thank god for my annual check-up! Pops

[@danwillis_photography]

Thanks very much, always appreciate your comments 👍🏻

[@andywilson3381]

Very entertaining as usual Dan, wishing Pop’s all the best and a speedy recovery

[@stuartwillis]

Thank you for your kind words. Pops

[@danwillis_photography]

Thanks very much Andy, appreciate it 👍🏻

[@rdphoto2]

Greetings, New Subscriber. Very nice content and video. Hope all goes well with POPS. Greatly appreciate you sharing his story. Cheers. Ron

[@danwillis_photography]

Thanks very much for the sub Ron it’s really appreciated and thank you for passing on your regards to Pops.
All the best 👍🏻

[@AllanFrance]

Fingers crossed for a speedy recovery Pops I have just had a psa after seeing it advertised on tv so phoned my Doctor had it done and it came back ok

[@stuartwillis]

Thank you for your kind words. Great to hear you not only went ahead and had your PSA checked but it's ok too! Pops

[@danwillis_photography]

Thanks Allan, I’m glad you got a great result.
All the best 👍🏻

[@nigelrobinson4767]

Another great video Dan. Wishing Pops all the very best 👍

[@stuartwillis]

Many thanks for your kind words. Pops

[@danwillis_photography]

Thanks very much Nigel 👍🏻

[@seanjonesphotos]

Looking forward to this one. Back from my trip to Northumberland and this’ll be the perfect tonic 🙌🏼

[@danwillis_photography]

Hope you have had a fantastic trip Sean and you enjoy the video. All the best

[@jamiedavis3274]

Best wishes to you, Pops. I'm in a similar situation. I went in for a follow up appointment a year after kidney stones and the doctor found cancer. I'm having my left kidney removed April 2nd. I never had any symptoms.

[@stuartwillis]

Thank you for your kind words. Good luck with your op too. Pops

[@danwillis_photography]

Thanks Jamie and wishing you a speedy recovery ❤️‍🩹

[@malcolmnicholson864]

Best wishes to Pops get well soon, I will keep watching your videos and keep my eye on Dan using your camera.

[@stuartwillis]

Many thanks, just got back home from surgery, they found a possible pre-cancerous tumor on my Appendix so whipped that out as well. Thank god for my annual check-up! Pops

[@danwillis_photography]

Cheers Malcolm, appreciate it 👍🏻

[@marchumphreyphotography]

Lovely video mate, particularly loved the heron & frog sequence! Hoping pops has a speedy recovery

[@stuartwillis]

Thank you for your kind words. Pops

[@danwillis_photography]

Thanks very much Marc, appreciate it 👍🏻

[@craigjones1219]

Wishing Pops all the best.... Although, I'm sure he is more worried and stressed about you using his camera.

[@danwillis_photography]

😂😂😂 that made me giggle mate. Thanks and really appreciate it 👍🏻

[@mcallaghan962]

get well soon pops

[@stuartwillis]

Thank you. Pops

[@danwillis_photography]

Thank you 👍🏻