Hello from Illinois

[Hankp]

Hi I am new to backpacking, but I have done some camping,  looking for a way to expand my outdoor photography from the world everyone else  sees 

so I guess I am here to learn, and share my experiences of this coming spring and summer.

[John B]

Welcome!

[Hankp]

Hey, thanks

seen a photography post, but its a couple of years old

wonder if there would be interest in a new one..

[Geezer Tom]

I would be up for a photo thread. I've got a few great images and a whole mess of mid-range photos.

Brooke learning how to find fish. Until this point it was pure 'magic' and fish just appeared when the rod was lifted.

Trail buddies come in all configurations. This is a Kern River Rattlesnake. The cousin to this snake is the Mojave Rattlesnake. These snakes are basically pink and blend well with Sierra granite. Here's the kicker...this snake was around 13".

Great Blue Heron on the Manzana River. The top knot is flattened in this photo.

Great idea to post photographs. Let's get a few more here and start re-generating interest.

Brooke posing on a local trail. Packs have her food, bowl and some medicine.

This is what I call "dog tired". Poor Brooke is game to follow me anywhere. However, I missed a junction and we ended up doing 14 miles. Not being UL, we were both worn out.

Edited January 21, 2020 by Geezer Tom

[Hankp]

I am an amateur outdoor photographer, I do it for fun and to get out of the house

more of my images can be seen here:

https://hpopik.myportfolio.com/

[Geezer Tom]

Sweet photos! Of course, I'd like to know if there are any fish in the pond.

[Hankp]

its a small pond, don"t think its deep enough for the fish to make the winter.

[Pocket]

On 1/21/2020 at 4:55 PM, Hankp said:

I am an amateur outdoor photographer, I do it for fun and to get out of the house

more of my images can be seen here:

https://hpopik.myportfolio.com/

Wonderful Picture of a Sandhill Crane, she looks like she is fishing for a snack. The surrounding mangroves with some blue flowing blubs, outstanding photo.

[Hankp]

Thank You....

[Pocket]

On 2/29/2020 at 11:20 AM, Hankp said:

Thank You....

YES, in your first photo where your canine Brook, is looking into the clear water is a small fish..funny, and great picture..

Edited March 1, 2020 by Pocket
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