I noticed that all of the horses are posed on ground that is not level so their hind legs are lower than their forelegs. Since all of them are like this, is the objective to create a sloping topline? My husband and I used to breed, train and show German Shepherd Dogs where a sloping topline is desirable. So much so, in fact, that we have even seen handlers carve out a shallow depression in the ground with their heels so the dogs' hind end is a bit lower to give the impression of a sloping topline. Just curious.

Will double-sided Velcro tape work? You can cut the length to fit and probably cut strips in half lengthwise as well.

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My one caveat: be careful with your camera setup. I was on a European tour many years ago where one of the group had a half-frame camera. It wasn't until well into the tour that he realized that he had forgotten to load film into the camera. Needless to say, it was devastating that he had "lost" 72 photographs that would never be recovered.

I bought a Hon Solve chair that worked for me (https://www.cleanitsupply.com/p-106502/hon-solve-series-reactiv-back-task-chair-ink-charcoal-honsvr1aclc10tk.aspx). It is a good fit for me because I could adjust the depth of the seat on this model which takes the strain off my hips, thighs, knees and back. It did not have one or two other adjustments but this was the best choice for me. The pricing varies widely all over the internet but at the time the best price was at the link above.

I have a similar system. I backup all of my files to an external Seagate Backup Plus Hub and a thumb drive weekly. The first week of every month I also backup password vault files, Word/Excel/PowerPoint ribbons, contact lists, desktop shortcuts/folders and browser favorites so I can rebuild the basics in case of a crash. I do a quarterly backup of all of these items on a separate Seagate drive which is stored in our safe deposit box. The external drives are only connected to my computer when I am doing the backups. I keep a checklist to be sure I've done the work. It seems like a lot of duplication but in the event of a crash or catastrophe, better to have more than you think you will need.

And thanks lreisner for the suggestion to use Amazon Prime as another way to backup photo files. I had forgotten about this benefit, so I am in the process of backing up my photo library as I write this.

Spectacular!

Try getting down to his level. I will sit on the ground or lie on my stomach to get the best angle. Just remember you also are in a good position to get dog kisses and slobber when you are down there.

Long ago, when I was in college, I was on a European tour with a large group of people. It wasn't until about two weeks into the three-week tour that one of our group discovered his little half frame film camera had no film. So 72 priceless, once-in-a-lifetime photos did not exist. Lesson learned. Always double check that your film (or card, etc.) is loaded. And as you point out, that your camera is properly set.

Over the years I have found that I like having a guided tour of a new or foreign place on my first visit. It gives me the "lay of the land" and a jumping off point for return visits. It also helps me cull out places I do not want to spend time in again.

We live close to Yellowstone and took a Teton Science School tour of Grand Teton and Yellowstone parks for our first multi-day visit a couple of years ago (I don't see multi-day tours offered on their website this morning but that may change as COVID restrictions ease). Our guide was excellent. She provided a wealth of information everywhere we went and knew her way around the parks which saved us time and got us to the best locations most efficiently. Additionally, the guides keep in touch with each other by radio, etc. and alert each other to wildlife sitings. Tours generally offer the use of spotting equipment and may even make cameras available.

While the tours are not cheap, if you have a limited amount of time to get to do the things you want to accomplish, consider enlisting the help of a guide. Our Teton Science School tour was excellent and there was the added bonus of knowing part of the fees went back to the non-profit school.

Thanks to everyone who asked about the enlarger and who shared their histories. The enlarger has found a home where it will be put to good use.

Using UPS online quote page, it looks like about $85 +/-. However, I have someone who is in the process of making shipping arrangements and another who has also expressed an interest. I will update everyone shortly.

Thanks for the feedback. Fortunately one of our own UHH members has expressed an interest in the enlarger so I am hopeful we can work this out. That would make me feel really good. This enlarger is such a beautiful piece of equipment and part of the photographic journey for many of us.

I have a Simmon Omega B22 enlarger that needs a home. The B&W enlarger is in pristine condition having been out of the box and set up, but never used due to space limitations and houses with with septic systems. The enlarger and accessories that were part of the original package (50mm and 75mm lenses, baseboard, filter holders, etc.) are in the original box complete with the packing slips. The shipping label on the box was dated 10/23/1974.

My preference would be to give this equipment to a school or other educational facility, however an enthusiast who wants a beautiful piece of photographic equipment for the cost of shipping is welcome to it. Pick up locally for free (Etna, Wyoming south of Jackson) or pay for actual shipping cost. Best guess is shipping UPS/FedEx ground from Wyoming would cost in the neighborhood of $100.

If you need a cheap way to assess your ability to receive HD TV channels, try making an antenna yourself. I did it using leftover scrap wood, wire hangers and some hardware I had on hand and it worked well enough for my purposes. There are lots of YouTube videos like this one https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EWQhlmJTMzw&feature=player_embedded to show you how to do it.

Thanks, Tea8. You are not dreaming. I just ordered the XP-PEN Deco 01 which was highly recommended by three fellow Hedgehoggers. I am truly grateful for the help everyone has given me!