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The Rocky Road to Freedom

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I had just spent a night of deep sleep.  I parked my blanket and myself about 200 feet downhill from my car and alongside a mountain stream and rapids.  It can be difficult to sleep out-of-doors but rapids and waterfalls have always … Continue reading

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Animal Behavior by Ron Toel

Animal behavior was one of the two favorite classes I took in college….The other was form and function which is the study of why body parts are shed in the best possible way depending upon the function they perform. Never … Continue reading

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Varied Themes

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Rocky Mt. N.P., Colorado Upsom Falls, Wisconsin. Geraniums & Oak. Sandhill Cranes. Female Rose-breasted Grosbeak. Killdeer.  A road is not the place to rest.  A blow of the horn sent it flying. Virginia Rail. Male Ring-necked Pheasants. Red Fox kits. … Continue reading

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The ABCs

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When I taught photography workshops and seminars, and I was working with novices, I always began any instruction with aperture and shutter speed.  Obviously when I worked with experienced photographers we began on the other side of those subjects, although … Continue reading

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One Man’s Passion!

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I have been a long time fan of PBS Create’s many painting and art shows.  Right now Stefan Baumann’s “The Grand View” http://thegrandview.org is at the top of my list.  It is split 50% exploring and back story of our … Continue reading

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Seeing Red

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The Red Fox pictures below include often seen, seldom seen and never before seen images. “HEY!!  A little privacy please!  How’d you like it if I followed you everywhere with a camera?” I and my red friends thank you.

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Grebes & Stuff

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I have decided to feature the Horned Grebe in today’s blog.  Horned Grebes change their plumage very distinctly with the seasons.  The first picture below is an example of summer (breeding) plumage.  The second bird is in winter plumage and the third … Continue reading

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Mountains by Ron Toel

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How many images of scenes have there been of a snowcapped mountain reflecting in a lake in the fore ground. For a sheer visual spectacle, nothing can compete with the mountain landscape. Wild terrain, spectacular scenes, and constantly changing light … Continue reading

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The Dance

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Centuries ago in a land far, far, away, I used to love to dance.  It was a way to express myself, great exercise, and was always a good way to meet woman.   It was also a way to sort of “live inside” the music … Continue reading

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Seldom or Never Before

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Most of today’s pictures have either rarely been shown, or have never been shown before. I have made more national park photos at Badlands N.P. in South Dakota than any other location.  I have however visited Rocky Mt. N.P. in … Continue reading

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