Lots of great posts last week.  It was hard to narrow it down to just five but I dug deep and managed to pull it off.  Enjoy the articles.

Why Do You Photograph? – Jay Goodrich
Jay discusses his reasons for photographing the natural world and asks readers to share their experience.  I couldn’t help but leave a comment on this one!

15 National Parks You’ve Never Heard Of – Huffington Post
Anyone who knows me knows I’m passionate about America’s national parks.  This photo essay documents 15 of the least visited parks in the U.S.  I’ve been to five of ‘em.  You?

Sixty Six Ways to Promote Your Blog – Rosh Sillars
Just what the title says.  You probably won’t try all 66 suggestions, but give a few of them a shot and you’re likely to see traffic to your blog increase.  Really good stuff here.

Turning the Commercial Corner: Part 1 – Adam Barker
Thinking about transitioning from photography hobbyist to photography professional?  Adam dispenses some solid, no BS advice in this article that I assume is the first in a series. On another note, if you’ve never heard of Adam Barker I bet you will soon.  Uber-talented landscape, commercial and adventure photographer making a stratospheric rise through the ranks.  Be sure to spend some time salivating over the images in his online galleries.

5 Great Outdoor and Landscape Photographer Blogs – Dan Bailey
Patrick J. Endres in Alaska, Guy Tal in Utah, Jon Cornforth in Washington, Ian Plant in Virgina and…Bret Edge in Utah!  I’m honored to be recognized by Dan and even more honored to be included in such an impressive list of crazy talented photographers.  Thanks, Dan!

As usual, feel free to post a link in the comments section to any blog posts or articles you found useful, insightful, inspiring or just plain fun.