Bobcat
Jun 30, 2019 22:06:56 #
You're very welcome, Frank. I think we're both ready for Africa now. I'm in the planning/dreaming stage right now with a couple brothers and a sister. The same ones that I was supposed to be going to Alaska with in 2 weeks, before I hobbled myself!
Jun 30, 2019 22:09:11 #
Retired CPO wrote:
You're very welcome, Frank. I think we're both ready for Africa now. I'm in the planning/dreaming stage right now with a couple brothers and a sister. The same ones that I was supposed to be going to Alaska with in 2 weeks, before I hobbled myself!
Well, I'm ready for AK ... just give me the word. The Mutt is is tired of watching me work on photos!!!! And Africa?!?!?!? Damn man ... that would be a dream!!!!! Of course, those destinations are high enough on my list, that I might try to get in touch with them & tell them I'll go in your place!!!!!
Jun 30, 2019 22:21:16 #
fbeaston wrote:
Well, I'm ready for AK ... just give me the word. The Mutt is is tired of watching me work on photos!!!! And Africa?!?!?!? Damn man ... that would be a dream!!!!! Of course, those destinations are high enough on my list, that I might try to get in touch with them & tell them I'll go in your place!!!!!
Well, you've got 2 weeks to pack a bag and a camera. Their adventure sans moi, starts on the 15th of July. Whale watching trip out of Seward, Brown Bears fishing at my "secret" place on the Kenai peninsula, 3 days across the Old Denali Hi-Way, etc., etc.
I'm going to have to stop before I start crying 
If you want to see some photos from my last trip there look up my posts titled "Bears".
Another of my brothers just got back from Africa 2 days ago and I can't get him to shut up about how great it was.
Jun 30, 2019 22:26:55 #
Retired CPO wrote:
Well, you've got 2 weeks to pack a bag and a camer... (show quote)
Now that sounds attractive ... but it sounds like a boat & flying is involved ... the Mutt has no problem with going on a boat (she's been on the ocean in a small boat) but commercial boats don't allow dogs. I also won't put her in the baggage compartment on a plane & I don't think it's right to try to make her a service dog ... so we have to drive. But maybe when you're mobile, I'll meet you up there one day. Alaska is really high on my list ... Africa would be except the Mutt can't go. How crazy is that? But she's made my retirement.
Jun 30, 2019 22:30:29 #
Jun 30, 2019 22:31:06 #
Jun 30, 2019 22:31:16 #
GREAT opportunity ! - Stunning result with just a 70-200 lens ! ?? ......thanks for sharing
Jun 30, 2019 22:34:52 #
BamaTexan wrote:
Excellent captures!
Thanks BamaTexan ... I appreciate the feedback.
Jun 30, 2019 22:36:58 #
kybill1252 wrote:
That' s one shot to be proud of
Thanks kybill1252 ... I am proud of those shots ... although I'm also honest enough to know there was about 75% luck ... 20% great equipment ... & 5% being prepared. So I don't get much of the credit.
Welcome to UHH ... I hope you have a great experience here & I look forward to seeing some of your shots. It's a great place to learn & share. Best to you.
Jun 30, 2019 22:38:35 #
imagemeister wrote:
GREAT opportunity ! - Stunning result with just a 70-200 lens ! ?? ......thanks for sharing
Thanks imagemeister ... your comment means a lot because I've seen some of your shots. And yes, the 70-200 is an awesome lens. I have a 100-400 & almost used that but this one is a faster lens & I was dealing with really bright sunlight & deep shadows.
Jun 30, 2019 22:39:47 #
fbeaston wrote:
Now that sounds attractive ... but it sounds like ... (show quote)
I understand about dogs, they are a gift to mankind and I think possibly super natural to boot. The last time I was in AK I went up in my 5th wheel trailer and stayed for 2 years. Only boat involved was the whale watching trip. No planes used. Who knows, maybe next time I can stop by and pick you up and we'll make an adventure of it! You're on the way, sort of. North anyway.
Jun 30, 2019 22:42:33 #
Retired CPO wrote:
I understand about dogs, they are a gift to mankind and I think possibly super natural to boot. The last time I was in AK I went up in my 5th wheel trailer and stayed for 2 years. Only boat involved was the whale watching trip. No planes used. Who knows, maybe next time I can stop by and pick you up and we'll make an adventure of it! You're on the way, sort of. North anyway.
READY!!!!! You crack me up ... & for the record ... the Mutt & I can be packed & loaded in under an hour!!!! ;) But I suggest ... if you were to leave from where you presently are ... it would be a hell of a detour to go via VT ... so best I come that way.
Jun 30, 2019 22:45:49 #
fbeaston wrote:
READY!!!!! You crack me up ... & for the record ... the Mutt & I can be packed & loaded in under an hour!!!! ;) But I suggest ... if you were to leave from where you presently are ... it would be a hell of a detour to go via VT ... so best I come that way.
Sounds like a plan!
Jun 30, 2019 23:10:21 #
Jun 30, 2019 23:12:26 #
Bfree2 wrote:
Really nice set, like them all
Thank you for looking & taking the time to comment Bfree2 ... I appreciate the positive feedback.
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