I went to the Bear River Migratory Bird Refuge yesterday morning because (1) to go next week would require getting up an hour earlier for the same light angles, (2) the morning temp would be a balmy 32 F and (3) the week long freeze killed the bugs.
My best laid plans went afoul. As soon as the sun came up, I was in the midst of as much gunfire as I have seen for a long time. Evidently I failed to notice duck season was ongoing. This, of course, put an end to any plans for me to park and stroll the water front. Hunters are notoriously unamused by people strolling past their blinds.
So, either no birds were migrating or they took cover during my early visit. I will post the few bird shots I got later.
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Beautiful rendering of very scenic early-morning captures. #3 and #6 are my "faves", but they are all excellent. Please stay well and keep on sharing the great work.
Beautiful rendering of very scenic early-morning captures. #3 and #6 are my "faves", but they are all excellent. Please stay well and keep on sharing the great work.
Wow, Mike!! There are a few wall hangers in there, my good sir! 1, 3, 5 & 6 are the standouts for me but a fantastic series that is very well captured!!
Wow, Mike!! There are a few wall hangers in there, my good sir! 1, 3, 5 & 6 are the standouts for me but a fantastic series that is very well captured!!
Rob
That is most kind of you to say, Rob. Mother Nature does good photo ops.
Very nice dawny mood shots Mike! It was worth getting up just for that! Joe
The Refuge is always worth the trip whether I get birds or not. That time before sun rise and just after is worth the entire drive (about an hour and 20 minutes).