Tim and Midge gave me a new spot to canvas. Tim noticed a mass migration of While Pelicans and suggested that I check it out. While I didn’t have the best light, it was a great new find. 50+ Pelicans, more than a dozen Egrets, plenty of GBHs, Cormorants and Killdeer. Here are a few. [...]
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Feik
who has written 66 posts for The John Feikema Family.
Aug
30
2010
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2010
Aug
25
2010
25
2010
London – 3 weeks until departure
We are getting close to our trip to London. We are pleased that the whole family (John, Mary, Bryan and Kate) are all able to travel to London together for a nice time away.
This is our first trip as a family since Spring of 2005 when the four of us visited Bonita Springs, Florida. A [...]
Aug
2
2010
2
2010
Giants Ridge
It was the ninth anniversary of our excursion to Giants Ridge in Biwabik MN. The first year it was only the Legend course – and we still had a blast. Since then (now 8 years ago) they have added the Quarry. In my opinion it is the most beautiful golf course in Minnesota. Over the [...]
Jul
20
2010
20
2010
Photo Gallery
For some time I have been using Picasa to host photo galleries. I have run into several limitations (size, number of photos, etc). I have been looking for an alternative for quite a while.
I recently picked a new tool to help. It is SmugMug. It is a very nice tool. It allows me to host [...]
Jun
13
2010
13
2010
Fishing
It was a bit overcast this afternoon (actually all weekend). I decided that it was time for a spin in the Kayak.
Overcast is good sometimes. In this case it means that the whites in Egret pictures are less likely to get blown out.
They were busy fishing this afternoon.
Step one, go to where the fish are.
Step [...]
May
27
2010
27
2010
Sandia Tram
On our last evening, we ventured to the Sandia Tram, had a ride up, dinner and a the ride down.
Here are a couple of shots from the top.
It was a little hazy but not too bad. We are at about 10,000ft.
The base was 80 degrees, the summit was 45. I don’t mind it when [...]
May
26
2010
26
2010
Bosque del Apache – 2
Another Egret, this time eating. I am not sure what the critter is eating but my appetite is not stimulated.
This is a Turkey Vulture. Speaking of lack of appetite, this guy isn’t helping.
This is a Double-crested Cormorant. Quite interesting, but talk about a Stoic. He barely moved.
May
26
2010
26
2010
Bosque del Apache – 1
Well it certainly wasn’t prime time in the Bosque. I did not see any Sandhills, Swans, or the other typical migratory fowl. However I was expecting that. My day excursion to the Bosque (and the Roadway Inn…eww) was a convenient day trip. I also wanted to check it out prior to a prime time visit.
In [...]
May
26
2010
26
2010
Madrid and Hwy 14
Our time in Santa Fe at an end, we decided to take Hwy. 14 (aka the Turquoise trail) to Albuquerque. Along the way we spotted a wanna be park. Lots of interesting statues and sculptures. In the end it was this gate that caught my attention. It was in the middle of nowhere (a bit [...]
May
26
2010
26
2010
The Road to Santa Fe
On the road back to Santa Fe (from our visit in Taos) we spotted this cool junkyard.There was only one real subject (at least outside the fence – and I wasn’t willing to go inside the fence – with the dogs).
The colors on the truck were fantastic.
Really fantastic.
I am not sure that this running [...]
May
24
2010
24
2010
Taos – Pueblo
After the drive, we ate lunch in downtown Taos and toured the square. Nothing really caught my eye. It was quaint, but I thought that the square in Santa Fe was better. We left and headed towards the Taos Pueblo.
After you enter the pueblo this set of homes is just west of the cemetery. [...]
May
24
2010
24
2010
Taos – Rio Grande
Our first trip to Taos. The route wound along the Rio Grande.
The terrain became rugged quickly as we left Santa Fe.
Early on near Santa Fe, the river was close at hand and slow moving.
Up near Taos, the river cut a mighty gorge. It was (is) beautiful. This is looking north. It was quite windy [...]
May
22
2010
22
2010
Textures and Colors
Post number two.
The colors and textures are so cool, I couldn’t help my self.
I just loved the colors…
I don’t think that this bike will go very fast, but I am sure that you’ll get lots of looks.
Moonrise Over Wagon Seat. Not quite Ansel’s Moonrise Over Hernandez but oh well.
Springtime brings new colors and fresh [...]
May
22
2010
22
2010
The Doors of Santa Fe County
With homage to Robert James Waller’s character – Robert Kincaid.
It has been a beautiful couple of days in Santa Fe with Lynn and Bill. We’ve been exploring the 400 year old Plaza, sampling wonderful food and the quaint architecture. Later today, we’re going to Canyon Road. The local art is amazing. I’ve also been [...]
May
16
2010
16
2010
Backyard Captures
We had a feeding frenzy this weekend. I think the birds reveled in the sunshine and warm weather just like we did. I caught this daddy Grosbeak waiting for his turn on the feeders.
This finch was also patient, but he decided that right on top was the best place to make sure that no one [...]
May
9
2010
9
2010
WoodLake Wildlife Center
Sue Irby told me about a great spot for shooting Woodies. This Saturday AM I went to the WoodLake Wildlife Center in Richfield MN.
Great spot with beautiful Wood Ducks.
I think he got too close…
There were also feeding egrets…
Roosting Redwing Blackbirds…
And what we think is a solo Pine Siskin
May
2
2010
2
2010
Venice Rookery (part IV) – Sandhill Cranes
There was so much going on there that it took four posts to get the feel for the overall wildlife. I have posted many of my images on the photos tab.
These are my last images on the main page.
This Sandhill Crane dropped in on us and decided that he didn’t mind company while he [...]
May
2
2010
2
2010
Venice Rookery (part III) – Anhingas
In my first Venice Rookery posting I had a photo of a mail Anhinga. Strange birds. This female decided to roost in tree directly above my. It made for two interesting shots.
Here is another male. I am not used to be this close to the subject.
When they get mad, I think it is time to [...]
May
2
2010
2
2010
Venice Rookery (part II) – Egrets
This is a Great Egret – the green around the eyes is the giveaway. Having been working on catching Egrets in flight, I was pleased to get a couple of nice shots.
Sometimes when they come in for a landing, it is necessary to put the flaps all the way down or they miss the runway.
At [...]
Apr
25
2010
25
2010
Venice Rookery
I learned a new two part secret for taking good wildlife pictures. Part 1: Go to where the wildlife is. Part 2: Take a lot of pictures. I had meetings most of this week on the road ending in Jacksonville FL. I decided that while I was there I would visit the crew in Bonita [...]
