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How I Capture the Northern Lights (2026 Update)
Stop freezing your hands off trying to guess your camera settings in the dark. Here is my updated 2026 playbook for capturing the aurora.
Dre Erwin
Jul 255 min read
Recent Posts:
Why Pickleball is the Ultimate Cheat Code for Physical and Mental Health
Discover why pickleball is becoming the go-to sport for total wellness. Low impact, high intensity, and incredibly social—explore how this accessible game can sharpen your mind and transform your fitness routine.
Dre Erwin
May 153 min read
The Lens of Truth
In every high-pressure environment—from remote nursing stations to the halls of our schools—we are surrounded by 'noise.' This post explores how we can teach youth to use the lens of a camera to block out rumors and lateral violence, focusing instead on truth, resilience, and character.
Dre Erwin
Apr 253 min read
Let’s Not Crash Before the Countdown: A Realistic Guide to Holiday Wellness
It’s December 23rd—are you running on caffeine and chaos? Here’s a doctor-approved (but totally realistic) guide to staying healthy, hydrate
Dre Erwin
Dec 23, 20253 min read
The Cult of Busy
When did "busy" become the only acceptable answer to "How are you?" We are obsessed with the Hustle, treating exhaustion like a status symbol. It’s time to stop apologizing for needing rest.
Dre Erwin
Dec 13, 20252 min read
The Aurora Borealis
The Northern Lights: A Spiritual Connection to Ancestral Spirits in First Nations Culture
Discover the profound spiritual significance of the Northern Lights in First Nations history, mythology, and oral traditions. From the Cree "Dance of the Spirits" to Dene and Inuit heritage, explore how the green dancing skies connect remote northern communities to their ancestors, healing rituals, and cultural reclamation.
Why Your Beautiful Aurora Photo is Ruining My Night (If You Don't Post the Time and Location)
Nothing ruins a perfectly good night of sleep quite like a contextless aurora photo. Why your beautiful, undated picture is making people speed down the highway in their pajamas—and why hard data always crushes aesthetics in the aurora community.
Sask Aurora: Why Your Apps are Lying to You
Stop chasing Kp numbers. Learn how to read solar speed and Bz to predict a Sask aurora before it happens. Don't miss the Kp 4 spike.
A Look into Metis and First Nations Culture
The Northern Lights: A Spiritual Connection to Ancestral Spirits in First Nations Culture
Discover the profound spiritual significance of the Northern Lights in First Nations history, mythology, and oral traditions. From the Cree "Dance of the Spirits" to Dene and Inuit heritage, explore how the green dancing skies connect remote northern communities to their ancestors, healing rituals, and cultural reclamation.
The 26km Connection: A Call for Unity Between Canada and Greenland
Forget the takeover rumors. With only 26km between Canada and Greenland, the real story is an Inuit family reunion the world is ignoring.
The Little Boy Who Found Happiness: A Journey of Healing in English & Cree
A bilingual (English & Cree) story of healing featuring photos by Northern youth. Discover how this book helps children find hope.
Equipping Communities: Shop to Support Our Educational Workshops
"Photography has a unique way of allowing us to momentarily escape the burdens and focus on the often overlooked beauty around us."
- Dre Erwin,
Nurse/Photographer/Children's Book Author
"What small changes can I make in my daily routine to nurture a more positive and grateful mindset?"
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