At 6:30 a.m. I pretty much had the shore of Lake Natoma to myself, although of course it wouldn’t last. How often does a midweek summer holiday combine with predicted “high” temps of 86º F (30º C), along with a breeze from the south sweeping away most of the smoke that hung in the air for the past few days? […]
Cee’s Which Way Photo Challenge — June 15, 2018
I’m not sure if I’ve ever participated in Cee’s Which Way Photo Challenge before, but since I’ve been able to get out and about a bit more recently, I wanted to join in!
Today it’s raining again, but last Tuesday morning was a warm, sunny day. Luckily, I had the chance to get out and do some hiking near Lake Natoma. I ended up walking six miles!
The Daily Post Weekly Photo Challenge for the week of March 14, 2018. If given the choice, what would you rather be doing, right now? On most days — if the weather isn’t too miserable — I’d much rather be outdoors, letting my curiosity guide me as I explore the hidden trails around Lake Natoma and Folsom Lake. On this […]
It’s been far too long since I’ve gone out hiking in the morning. I shot this picture in October 2016 along one of my favorite local trails — but I had to think for a few minutes before I remembered the approximate location. The appearance of these smaller paths is constantly evolving as the underbrush grows and some of the […]
I made a quick trip to Ancil Hoffman Park the other day — the first time I’d been there in about 30 years, even though it’s a mere 30 minutes away from my house (allowing for traffic on surface streets). The park sits alongside the American River and contains nearly 400 acres of protected land in the middle of suburban […]
My entry for Cee’s Black & White Photo Challenge this week. Let’s see how creative you can get. I’m looking forward to what you all decide to post. I just want you to have some fun with your photography. Bluff trail above Negro Bar State Park:
The Daily Post Weekly Photo Challenge for the week of January 17, 2018. What does silence look like? Show us your take in a photograph.