Smoke in the Air
Apologies for the drab background. Easy enough to fix in Elements but I decided to leave as is because it’s kind of an indication of what we are going thru up here courtesy of the state of Washington with its wildfires. Usually it’s the Canadian wildfires drifting down to the northern states but they decided to return the favor this year. Yes, and that’s me behind the lens (not visible) coughing and sputtering and trying to retain focus on this female Northern Harrier. She completely ignores me which does not surprise me because she’s about a 100 yards or so away and I had no idea what she was until I cropped this shot on the computer and did some research. Who do I think you are?
Supremely proud of this shot, no, not because of its quality, it really is not that great, but because of the trials and tribulations I went thru just to get to the location to get this shot. It actually took me two attempts spread over two days to find the viewing platform on Big Lake in Lois Hole Centennial Park. (Another sign why I don’t work as a tracker). This is a wonderful park with an amazing variety of wildlife. The only thing more amazing is the lack of signs directing you to this park. And once you get to the parking lot, there is the fifteen minute walk to get to the platform. It’s actually a very nice walk if you are into walking and the view from the platform is well worth the effort. As I collapse onto the bench (provided on the platform) catching my breath, I am wondering why I can’t be satisfied with yard shots where refreshments of my choice are only a wish away and where I could await the return of normal air in comfort.
Be that as it may, I remain out there for about four hours in 28C degree heat until the lack of breakfast and dehydration get the better of me and I need to return to the fridge to rehydrate. Some more shots from Big Lake to be posted later. After rehydration process is complete.
Who do you think you are? – Sam Outlaw
Smoke in the Air
Apologies for the drab background. Easy enough to fix in Elements but I decided to leave as is because it’s kind of an indication of what we are going thru up here courtesy of the state of Washington with its wildfires. Usually it’s the Canadian wildfires drifting down to the northern states but they decided to return the favor this year. Yes, and that’s me behind the lens (not visible) coughing and sputtering and trying to retain focus on this female Northern Harrier. She completely ignores me which does not surprise me because she’s about a 100 yards or so away and I had no idea what she was until I cropped this shot on the computer and did some research. Who do I think you are?
Supremely proud of this shot, no, not because of its quality, it really is not that great, but because of the trials and tribulations I went thru just to get to the location to get this shot. It actually took me two attempts spread over two days to find the viewing platform on Big Lake in Lois Hole Centennial Park. (Another sign why I don’t work as a tracker). This is a wonderful park with an amazing variety of wildlife. The only thing more amazing is the lack of signs directing you to this park. And once you get to the parking lot, there is the fifteen minute walk to get to the platform. It’s actually a very nice walk if you are into walking and the view from the platform is well worth the effort. As I collapse onto the bench (provided on the platform) catching my breath, I am wondering why I can’t be satisfied with yard shots where refreshments of my choice are only a wish away and where I could await the return of normal air in comfort.
Be that as it may, I remain out there for about four hours in 28C degree heat until the lack of breakfast and dehydration get the better of me and I need to return to the fridge to rehydrate. Some more shots from Big Lake to be posted later. After rehydration process is complete.
Who do you think you are? – Sam Outlaw