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Sandstone and a Spinning World

Deep in the wilderness of Canyonlands National Park, pillars of ancient sandstone stand tall up in the pale moonlight as the world spins. With an exposure totaling 96 minutes, the stars streak across the sky. Warm light from a propane campfire of a nearby camp hi lights the right side of the towering formations while a sliver of the moon lights up the whole land. I must admit this park was relatively low on my radar until this trip opened my eyes to how much of a treasure it truly is. It is truly a wonderland and I cannot wait to return. This is twelve 8 minute exposures stacked, with airplane trails removed.

 

We must protect our parks which the new administration is doing their best to destroy. Fight back! I was personally told by rangers of the unnecessary cuts being forced upon the park with no justification and how it is impacting operation. There's no reason for any of it!

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Uploaded on May 9, 2025
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