15-JUL-2014
Exciting Moment at the Ponds
It just had to be an exciting moment for this Pond Turtle when a fish jumped and caused rings in the water at Delta Ponds. Now tell me, what could be more exciting for a pond turtle than to sit and contemplate those water rings? What else is there to do? LOL
14-JUL-2014
Lily in the Limelight
Without the special light, this calla lily and leaves might not look so glamorous. I love it when the sunlight serves as a spotlight in the shadows. Guess you can tell. I look for that kind of lighting.
13-JUL-2014
Don't Bite More Than You Can Chew!
This Great Blue Heron just caught the biggest fish I have seen in Alton Baker Park. Unfortunately, it bit more than it could chew (actually just swallow), and it lost it.
Now, Let me tell you my tale of woe! When I saw this heron fishing, I slowly moved closer and grabbed a few shots. All of a sudden it took off. I walked up to the bank of the canal to get some photos of it across the pond, and I saw the dead fish lying on the bottom of the canal. As I turned to get more images of the heron, I heard a loud splash beind me. I turned around in time to see an osprey flying away with the fish. I grabbed a couple shots but they weren't good. I was so mad at myself for missing this. Unfortunately, it is the second time it happened to me in the last five days.
12-JUL-2014
Backlight Glow
I came across this beautiful flower in Alton Baker Park and the morning sun made it glow.
I don't recall what flower it is, but it grows there wild and is plentiful along the Pre Trail.
11-JUL-2014
On the Bank of the Canal
Toward the east end of the Pre Trail, it follows the bank of a canal that flows through Alton Baker park. Along this section of the trail the other side of the canal is lined with beautiful, expensive homes. This scene is in the backyard of one of those homes as it is bathed with early morning light.
10-JUL-2014
Mural in an Alley
I took a short walk around Eugene today and came across this alley that had a huge mural painted on the entire wall. It was difficult to get the whole wall in the picture. I will have to go back with a lens with a wider view.
03-JUL-2014
Oh, Oh! I'm Busted!
While I was walking Pre's Trail in Alton Baker Park, a group of young runners went past. I think they were in training. When they got on a footbridge they stopped and were led by an older guy in some exercises. I stopped to get a few shots of them on the bridge. Some noticed me and one girl waved. I love her big smile.
08-JUL-2014
Love Is Like a Butterfly
"Love is like a butterfly: It goes where it pleases and pleases wherever it goes." - Author Unknown
07-JUL-2014
Just Got a Hairdo!
This Great Blue Heron must have felt the need to show off. Looks like he is neatly groomed and ready to go out on the town. Pretty flashy if you ask me!
06-JUL-2014
Bright and Beautiful
I saw this beautiful day lily in a neighborhood yard, basking in the hot July sunlight. We have some just like it.
05-JUL-2014
Just Caught a Fish! But I think he's losing it!
This osprey just dived in a pond at Alton Baker Park and caught this fish, and then lost it! The color of the water that reflected the the trees surrounding it and the bird's colors made for a very difficult exposure. It all happened so fast that I didn't have time to check settings, etc. Though the result is less than perfect, I feel privileged to have got a shot.