Picture this: It’s just before dawn.  You’ve been in your blind for the past two hours.  That mug of piping hot coffee isn’t as full as when you started this morning, but it’s done a nice job of keeping away the early-morning chill.  Finally, the sky seems to catch on fire as the first rays of sunlight peak over the horizon.  It’s going to be a good day.

If you just found yourself nodding as you thought back to your own experiences watching the sun rise from your blind, you’ll definitely appreciate this photo essay from Ducks Unlimited.  Shot by Robert Lico, these photos truly capture the essence of those early mornings that you have to experience yourself to fully appreciate.

We hope you enjoy!