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It's practically illegal that I am not here, today.
- In Yosemite, you are on Western Sierra and Miwok land. #FindYourPark
- @sonyalpha #sonyalpha7riv, #kfconcept. Edited with #lightroom @lightroom #lightroommobile #lightroommobilecontest. Full version posted to @flickr #flickrfeature #flickr
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Another look at our first day on the trip. After Sunrise, we darted around Yosemite Valley, chasing the light and a cool breeze, which inevitably brought us to Yosemite Falls and all of its glorious mist. The day ended up back where we started, at Glacier Point for a subtle sunset since there were no clouds in the Sierra- but the Alpenglow was still beautiful against a gradient sky.
Yosemite is on Miwok and Western Sierra land. Yosemite is the name wrongly given to the region by Anglo explorers. Yosemite means “those who kill” in the native language. The people of Yosemite called Yosemite Valley Awooni or Owwoni for (gaping) “large mouth". The Yosemite people called themselves as Ah-wah-ne-chee, or “dwellers of Ahwahnee.”
Historic marker at Guildford Courthouse National Military Park in Greensboro North Carolina of Dr David Caldwell who was a Pennsylvania pioneer, an alum of Princeton College, a Piedmont professor & physician, a Presbyterian pastor and the relevant reason the marker is here a patriot of the American Revolution. Dr Caldwell was the pastor of both the Buffalo Presbyterian Church and the Alamance Presbyterian church and an ardent patriot. He participated in this pivotal battle at Guildford Courthouse making a stand with the second line under the command of Major Nathaniel Greene, the tide turning in the favor of the rebellious colonist of the Continental Army in 1781. - [ ] #developportdev @gothamtomato @developphotonewsletter @omsystem.cameras #excellent_america #omsystem @bheventspace @bhphoto @adorama @tamracphoto @tiffencompany #usaprimeshot @nationalparkservice @nationalparkgeek @guilfordnps @cityofgreensboro #guilfordcourthousenationalmilitarypark
#NPS106 - Happy Founders Day! The Organic Act became law #onthisday in 1916 formally creating the National Park Service.
What to say about our favorite government agency on this, its 106th anniversary? The only thing to say, I suppose; that the National Park Service is perhaps our most noble endeavor. What we choose to save on our planet reveals what kind of species we are. Shall we save our tallest mountains? Our deepest canyons? Our oldest trees? Our waters and our skies and our lands and our history? Even our mistakes? Even the most ugly instances of where our culture has stumbled so that we may learn from them and improve? Yes. All that and more. In these uncertain times, when many are actively questioning the purpose and functionality of the National Park Service, may we always remember that what we choose to save about the land and our past is what we choose to save about ourselves. The National Parks are our best idea because they are OUR democratic spaces and they reflect OUR inclusivity and diversity.
May the NPS have its best days before it.
Happy 106th anniversary!
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- In the NPS, you are on Native American land that explores and preserves the intricate tapestry that is American culture. It is our best idea. #FindYourPark
- shot on a #sonya7riv, Edited in #Lightroom. This is a series of 5 portrait shots stitched together into a panorama.
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Although we didn’t plan for it, we found ourselves back at Antelope Canyon X on this trip thanks to wildfires that prevented us from our original plan of hiking around Bryce Canyon. The loss of that was no matter when we got to return of one of my favorite places on earth- Canyon X. There’s something so powerful about being surrounded by the artfully carved walls of the Earth itself- Slot Canyons feel like you are in nature at its most sculptural and most ethereal and most intimate. Last year, I described the experience of walking through the canyon as if we were walking through the beating red heart of the Earth itself and that feeling still remained true this year. And beyond all that, for the second year in a row, the tour guides at Canyon X elevated the experience with their knowledge, hospitality, and friendliness. It is an honor to be in these sacred spaces with the people that know them best, that honor the places themselves, and are gracious enough to invite us in. My deepest appreciation to them.
️- across Utah and Arizona, you are in the Navajo Nation. In Navajo, sacred land is referred to as Diné Bikéyah. This land belongs to the people. Hopitutskwa, Pueblos, and Núu-agha-tʉvʉ-pʉ̱ (Ute) land is also found across these two states and at archeological sites and natural sites. It is an honor to see them.
I think White Pocket would look fantastic under any conditions but it’s truly spectacular with a bright sunset peaking over the rocks and the brilliant sun truly illuminating the deep colors and hues of the landscape.
Sunrise and Sunset on Half Dome. Light has an amazing quality in the High Sierra. The light pours over the mountains and hangs in the air and glows. Any time of day up at glacier point is a good time.
It’s definitely spring time in The Everglades- Pahayokee and the Dwarf Cypress Forest is rife with owlets.
Another look at our first day on the trip. After Sunrise, we darted around Yosemite Valley, chasing the light and a cool breeze, which inevitably brought us to Yosemite Falls and all of its glorious mist. The day ended up back where we started, at Glacier Point for a subtle sunset since there were no clouds in the Sierra- but the Alpenglow was still beautiful against a gradient sky.
Yosemite is on Miwok and Western Sierra land. Yosemite is the name wrongly given to the region by Anglo explorers. Yosemite means “those who kill” in the native language. The people of Yosemite called Yosemite Valley Awooni or Owwoni for (gaping) “large mouth". The Yosemite people called themselves as Ah-wah-ne-chee, or “dwellers of Ahwahnee.”
To go from the shining white granite of Yosemite and the Eastern Sierra to the glowing red rocks of Utah is a bit of a culture shock, but one that I was really looking forward to on this trip. Finally got to visit @cedarbreaksnps and loved every second- especially the fact that Bristlecone Pines are growing along the rim of the amphitheater, putting two of my favorite elements of two of my favorite national parks in conversation with each other- the hoodoos of Bryce and the Bristlecones of Great Basin. Cedar Breaks is a gem.
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- In Cedar Breaks National Monument, you are on Núu-agha-tʉvʉ-pʉ̱ (Ute), Pueblos, and Southern Paiute land. #FindYourPark
- @sonyalpha #sonyalpha #sonyalpha7riv, #shotwithhoya’s polarizer on a 70-300mm.
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Coyote Buttes South really is one of those places that defies the imagination. How could natural forces make something that looks so sculpted and perfect?
Honestly? These badlands are my favorite part of Zabriskie Point, if not all of Death Valley National Park. Getting to see them with this fantastic sunset over them and the salt flats shining in the background was a real treat.
“Don’t shoot in bright sunlight and with intense shadows!!!”
Okay, but then how do you accurately capture the intensity of the desert? And these colors? And this light?
Do what you want.
A Utah and Arizona, you are in the Navajo Nation. In Navajo, sacred land is referred to as Diné Bikéyah. This land belongs to the people. Hopitutskwa, Pueblos, and Núu-agha-tʉvʉ-pʉ̱ (Ute) land is also found across these two states and at archeological sites and natural sites. It is an honor to see them. White Pocket is most closely associated with Southern Paiute land.
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- @sonyalpha #sonyalpha7riv, #kfconcept. Edited with #lightroom @lightroom #lightroommobile #lightroommobilecontest. Full version posted to @flickr #flickrfeature #flickr
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#Allpubliclandsmatter! Zion is celebrating an anniversary today and it wouldn’t be if it didn’t achieve National Monument status before it ever became a National Park. 116 years of grandeur, no matter what the designation is!
- In Zion, you are on Pueblos and Southern Paiute land. Zion’s native name is Mukuntuweap. Zion is the name given to the canyon by American explorers.
#FindYourPark
- @sonyalpha #sonyalpha #sonyalpha7riv, #shotwithhoya’s polarizer on a 24-70mm.
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I don’t think I’ve ever experienced anything quite like Antelope Canyon X. Walking around there almost felt sacrilegious, as if such a beautiful place deserved to be totally left alone and natural, and far from human involvement, even if we took great care to respect the environment. The stone walls of the canyon, despite being only carved by the powerful forces of erosion feel so delicate and artful. I felt drawn to be cautious wherever I was in the canyon for fear of disturbing the amazing forms and textures found in front of me. This formation in the rocks is called The Lady in Red. No matter what you see in the rocks, a visit here is sublime. My thanks to @canyon_x_tours for an amazing experience.
Across Utah and Arizona, you are in the Navajo Nation. In Navajo, sacred land is referred to as Diné Bikéyah. This land belongs to the people. Hopitutskwa, Pueblos, and Núu-agha-tʉvʉ-pʉ̱ (Ute) land is also found across these two states and at archeological sites and natural sites. It is an honor to see them.
Hard to believe that this area has been so devastated by wildfires. Hoping and praying that all of LA and the PCH makes a full recovery and we take steps to curb fires like these in the future.
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️ - in @santamonicamountainsnps and Malibu, California, you are on Chumash, Micqanaqa’n, and Tongva land. Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area is one of the largest urban National Park units in the United States. It protects the mountains just north of Los Angeles and the pacific coast, along with a collection of State Parks and other Public Lands. #FindYourPark
- @sonyalpha #sonyalpha #sonyalpha7riv, #shotwithhoya’s polarizer on a 70-300mm. ISO 100, f14, 1/60. #bealpha edited in #lightroom @lightroom. Full panorama on @flickr #flickrfeature
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Thrilled and honored that I'm a finalist for Bryce's photo contest! Go vote for Slide 8 by giving it the heart reaction on FB and comment SLIDE 8 on IG to help me win!!
Thanks!! Wow!!
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