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A different take on the launchers because why not :D
They do launch some Christmas props.
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It was a busy scene at the launch site of the Teton Valley Ballon Rally as the teams prepare to take flight.
This is a view of the inaugural launch of the SpaceX Falcon Heavy rocket from Pad 39A at the Kennedy Space Center in Titusville, Florida on 2-6-18. See this, and more, on my website at www.tom-claud.pixels.com.
American White Pelicans breed on inland lakes in western America, and are very common in the intermountain west. These individuals were photographed at Bear Lake on the border between Utah and Idaho. more on the blog
This shot was taken on the Kancamagus Highway in NH. We went to a Hot Air balloon festival that never launched any balloons in NY while we were there.
The highlight of the trip was probably the drive home as far as views are concerned. We got to the highway very close to the end of the sunset however we still got some really amazing views.
Pilot launch "CORSAIR" showing part of its "beak bow" as it heads out of Queenscliff to link up with container ship Ital Libera.
Victoria Australia.
A quick take off and then glide as it looks on towards a new target. This time a new perch to continue hunting.
I am excited to still be a challenger in this endeavor! While one of the cornerstones of Iron Forge is the discovery of new parts usages, this one is fairly straightforward. I’m sure that my future models this round will be representative of my enterprise!
43183 leads ScotRail's first refurbished HST away south from the Tay Bridge near Wormit whilst working 1Z50 11.55 Aberdeen to Edinburgh 'Inter7City' launch special.
Sorry, can’t chat—gotta wing it! This Gray Catbird had better things to do than sit around and get his picture taken.
Early June and a 2nd Week long trip to RSPB Bempton in East Yorkshire.
Day 3.
A adult Northern Gannet Launches into Flight from Bempton Cliffs.
The adult Northern Gannet or Gannet are large and bright white with black wingtips and an Orange head. They are distinctively shaped with a long neck and long pointed beak, long pointed tail, and long pointed wings. At sea they flap and then glide low over the water, often travelling in small groups.
Poorly captured satellite launch this morning. Still an amazing sight that makes me think of HG Wells.
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Congratulations on a successful launch and docking Soyuz 46S crew! Welcome aboard
Soyuz 46S arriving at the International Space Station Saturday 20 March 2016
Credits: ESA/NASA
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I was heading back to the car on Saturday when i thought i would try and get a shot of the famous launches and rowing boats at Keswick.I had to settle for these two as the place was inevitably swarming with more togs.Still i had this little piece to myself and with the distant pink clouds in shot i wasn't really complaining.
EXIF....F11....0.5 SECONDS....ISO 100....21MM....LEE 0.9H ND GRAD + KOOD ND4
explore #128 11-oct-09
Taken from the fells, between Ashness Bridge & Falcon Crag, looking across Derwent Water, the launch is making the "turn" towards Lodore as it comes straight across the lake, probably either Annie Mellor or Lady Derwentwater.
Derwentwater (or Derwent Water) is one of the principal bodies of water in the Lake District National Park in north west England. It lies wholly within the Borough of Allerdale, in the county of Cumbria.
The lake occupies part of Borrowdale and lies immediately south of the town of Keswick. It is both fed and drained by the River Derwent. It measures approximately 3 miles (4.8 km) long by 1 mile (1.6 km) wide and is some 72 feet (22 m) deep. There are several islands within the lake, one of which is inhabited. Derwent Island House, an 18th century residence, is a tenanted National Trust property open to the public on five days each year.
Derwentwater is a place of considerable scenic value. It is surrounded by hills (known locally as fells), and many of the slopes facing Derwentwater are extensively wooded. A regular passenger launch operates on the lake, taking passengers between various landing stages. There are seven lakeside marinas, the most popular stops being: Keswick, Portinscale and the Lodore Falls, from which boats may be hired. Recreational walking is a major tourist activity in the area and an extensive network of footpaths exists within the hills and woods surrounding the lake.
The Keswick—Borrowdale road runs along the eastern shore of the lake and carries a regular bus service. There is a lesser, or unclassified, road along the western shore connecting the villages of Grange and Portinscale.
Derwentwater gave its name to the Earldom of Derwentwater.
The lake is believed to be the last remaining native habit of the vendace (Coregonus vandesius) fish from the 4 originally known sites: Bassenthwaite Lake and Derwent Water in the Lake District and the Castle Loch & Mill Loch in Lochmaben.
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As an island nation, we in the UK are blessed with an incredibly diverse and unique coastline. It's in fact impossible to live here and not be affected by the sea - even if just as a means of commerce - but for most of us there is a huge, irresistible pull purely by the sheer delight of being beside it. In writing this narrative I did a little research, and although figures vary greatly dependent on the source it would seem (at least according to some of the most trusted), that we are surrounded by 19,491 miles of undulating shoreline. This includes that encompassing principle islands, although there's some dispute over what actually constitutes one of these. I've come across accounts of there being anywhere between 803 to 7,747 landmasses off the mainland that could technically be classed as islands! Apparently, you'll only ever be just 70 miles from the coast - and if you happen to be so then you must be in the vicinity of Church Flatts Farm, which is just outside the village of Coton in the Elms (how English does that sound?!) in Derbyshire.
For a landscape photographer this abundant strip of water creates near limitless possibilities, although the vast majority of us will only ever visit a fraction of it. We may believe we know the stretches about us, but often this isn't truly the case. This was highlighted recently to me by Trevor Cotton, who visited south Devon - my home - and took a number of excellent shots. I recognised each of the locations, until this one cropped up, which then had me scratching my head as I had no idea where it was. Trevor, I'm sure, would have been kind enough to tell me for the asking, and had in fact already revealed to me that he'd stumbled upon this wonderful scene. I'm yet to comment on Trevor's shot however - and wanted to see if I could work out exactly where it was first - which I managed with the help of co-conspirator Keith Aggett. The beautiful image Trevor captured so well (despite very trying conditions I know), is just 10 miles from me, yet I'd never explored the stretch of path he took to it. Inspiration being what it is, I have to confess Keith and I visited the spot early this morning and, I must also admit, attempted to shoot our own interpretations of the scene. Whether they will see the light of day or not I don't yet know - but if they do it will be thanks to Trevor.
Of course, there are also vistas that are so well recognised they've become almost iconic landmarks about the nation. The image above is my version of what I would consider to be one such - yet I'd guess there will be least one or two of you who won't be familiar with it. Should that be the case, then this link will reveal all - along with the associated video for those with access to 4oD. I'd recommend watching it, as it provides a fascinating insight to the lengths some people will go to achieve that which I mentioned initially - the sheer delight of being beside the ocean.
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Another shot from Louisiana, a tiny tree frog on a massive lily pad! Found near Lafayette, Louisiana, and more importantly near an Alligator, so I nearly missed it!
120mm, f/7.1, 1/250, iso100
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Today is a perfect day to use an umbrella, it's been raining all morning. This is the first time I've used the Selective colour on my Nikon P-1000. I also launched the umbrella and caught it in the process of opening up.
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Red-tailed Hawk at the heronry overlook, Pleasant Plains Rd., Great Swamp NWR, NJ.
ESA astronaut Matthias Maurer and NASA astronauts Raja Chari, Tom Marshburn and Kayla Barron liftoff to the International Space Station in the SpaceX Crew Dragon spacecraft “Endurance”.
Collectively known as “Crew-3”, the astronauts were launched from launchpad 39A at NASA’s Kennedy Space Center in Florida, USA. They will spend around six months living and working aboard the orbital outpost before returning to Earth.
It is the first space mission for Matthias, who will be the 600th human to fly to space. He chose the name “Cosmic Kiss” for his mission as a declaration of love for space.
Matthias has a background in materials science and looks forward to supporting a wide range of science and research in orbit. The work he carries out throughout his mission will contribute to the success of future space missions and help enhance life on Earth.
Visit the Cosmic Kiss mission page to learn more about Matthias’s mission.
Credits: ESA - S. Corvaja