Mldmkr wrote:
Iām considering a trip to Utah either between Christmas and New Years or early January. Would appreciate any info regarding access to the parks, suggestions from personal experience on favorite locations, etc. I will be driving 4WD vehicle.
I have never been in the winter, but the park I found had by far the fewest people was Canyonlands. Beautiful scenery and few people. If you really want to put that 4WD to a test, look at the White Rim Road. Again, not sure about winter weather or attendance.
ka5ysy wrote:
Some things to be aware of:
That area is so amazing that planning anything in a timeline is not going to survive the first stop. Photo ops are literally everywhere.
The crown situation depends on where you happen to be and varies greatly . The interesting thing to note is that the crowds are mostly unwilling to walk any great distances so if you hike out a bit you will discover wilderness without huge crowds.
Some safety considerations :
First and foremost, do not wander far off the marked trails without proper gear like a GPS, compass and maybe a topo map. It is very easy in many locations to get disoriented and totally lost unless you are paying close attention to navigation.
Second: you are in high dessert plateaus or canyons. Take lots of water if hiking. Invest in some Camelback or equivalent hydration packs if you intend to walk anywhere. Take more water than you think you will need. Dehydration is rapid and not noticed because of low humidity there. That can turn a nice day hike into a deadly situation quickly.
Cellphones will not have a signal in many areas there. Never rely on them for emergency calling in the wilderness areas . Satellite phones or emergency rescue beacons are the only reliable possibility of rescue.
Slot canyons have a unique danger most hikers are unaware of: thunderstorms in the area can cause instant flash floods that have killed hikers caught in the canyons without a way to get clear quickly. The storms may not be close to the hiking areas and the first warning is the wall of water rushing at you with frightening speed . Pay close attention to area weather forecasts anytime you plan on hiking into a slot canyon. If any doubt, stay out.
Finally : if you meet the age requirement (65) purchase one of the national park lifetime passes. Since you will be touring multiple national parks in the area you will save a bunch of money on admissions.
Have a great trip and stay safe out there š
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Great stuff, just one small correction 62 years old gets the lifetime pass.
I'm sorry, it is gone. Thanks for your interest.
Nikkor Lens
AF-S 70-200 mm f/2.8 GII-ED
Purchased 2012 New
No Box
Price: $1100
Sigma Lens
120 ā 300 mm f/2.8 DG
Purchased 2018 New
Includes Sirui SUP204SR Aluminum-Alloy Photo/Video Monopod
Only used once
Price: $2250
Yes, all that is left are two lenses
I'm sorry the D850 is gone. All that is left are three lenses. Bruce.
bjprovo wrote:
Some of you may be tired of me by now but I am almost done. Four lenses left and all have been reduced.
Nikkor Lens
AF-S 24-70 mm f/2.8 G ED
Purchased 2014 New
Box
Price: $825
Nikkor Lens
AF-S 70-200 mm f/2.8 GII-ED VR
Purchased 2012 New
No Box
Price: $1300
Nikkor Lens
AF 180mm f/2.8 D
Purchased 2007 New
No Box
Price: $300
Sigma Lens
120 ā 300 mm f/2.8 DG
Also Includes Sirui SUP204SR Aluminum-Alloy Photo/Video Monopod
Purchased 2018 New
Only used once
Price: $2600
Some of you may be tired of me by now but I am alm... (
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The 180 f/2.8 has been sold.
Some of you may be tired of me by now but I am almost done. Four lenses left and all have been reduced.
Nikkor Lens
AF-S 24-70 mm f/2.8 G ED
Purchased 2014 New
Box
Price: $825
Nikkor Lens
AF-S 70-200 mm f/2.8 GII-ED VR
Purchased 2012 New
No Box
Price: $1300
Nikkor Lens
AF 180mm f/2.8 D
Purchased 2007 New
No Box
Price: $300
Sigma Lens
120 ā 300 mm f/2.8 DG
Also Includes Sirui SUP204SR Aluminum-Alloy Photo/Video Monopod
Purchased 2018 New
Only used once
Price: $2600
vonzip wrote:
Monopod? I didn't see one. vz
It is included with the Sigma 120 - 300.
OK, I'll bite. What's the problem with the price?
cyclespeed wrote:
Looks like a great set to donate to the local high school.
Couple things, a lot of money to donate. And I am a high school teacher, I really don't think that I have met a student that would appreciate the quality of this set. Most have not yet developed that level of understanding of gear yet. Bruce
I tried selling as a single unit but had no response on that. I did get some response and sold some items separately. This is what's left by item and price.
Nikon D810: Purchased 2014 New
Nikon MbD-12 Battery Grip Purchased 2015 New
Shutter Count 17680 per
www.camerashuttercount.com Lexar Professional 1066x 64 GB Compact Flash
Lexar Professional 1000x 64 GB SDXC
Three (3) Nikon EN-EL 15 Batteries
Charger
Strap
Box
Price: $1500
Nikkor Lens
AF-S 24-70 mm f/2.8 G ED
Purchased 2014 New
Box
Price: $900
Nikkor Lens
AF-S 70-200 mm f/2.8 GII-ED
Purchased 2012 New
No Box
Price: $1400
Nikkor Lens
AF 180mm f/2.8 D
Purchased 2007 New
No Box
Price: $350
Sigma Lens
150 ā 600 mm FS-6.3 DG OS HSM (Contemporary)
Tele Converter TC-1401 Kit
Purchased 2017 New
Price: $900
Sigma Lens
120 ā 300 mm f/2.8 DG
Purchased 2018 New
Sirui SUP204SR Aluminum-Alloy Photo/Video Monopod
Only used once
Price: $2800
Nikkor Lens
AF-S 50mm 1.8 G
Purchased 2012 New
Price: $100
Wimberley Tripod Head
WH 200 Gimbal Tripod Head with Quick Release
Purchased 2018 New
Price; $400
The 24-70 mm which is the previous model without VR is $900. Thanks, Bruce