Last I wrote I was in Monument Valley and leaving for Page, Az. I stayed at
a place with hook-ups as I wanted to do some cleaning of the camper, repair some
stuff, etc…It worked out very well….I couldn’t find anyone to do the night slots
and try to get the Blood Moon, so I ended up going to a look out with a “cast of
Thousands”….It worked out well…I was able to get a spot on the ledge and thereby
eliminate anyone in front of me…it was kinda like a “Tailgate Party”..The
couple next to me were a real fun couple…I couldn't have picked better
….retired, from Michigan, both enjoy photography and take it serious…but a very
outgoing and humorous folk… i
t was a terrific 3 hours…even with the
photography being kinda dismal….what just happened to my font…oh well not to
worry….
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| Blood Moon...Lake Powell...(c)2015Horst Kelly Photographer |
That morning I took a side trip to Vermillion Cliffs…just down the road
from Page…very enjoyable…and I got to see my first “Condor”…it was on a
bridge…didn’t have long telephoto…however it was an awesome sight….since I plan
on going back that way, I hope to see if I can get a closer shot….
Left Page on the morning of the 28th Sept and drove the 130 or so miles
to Bryce National Park area…I need to thank JerryC of Eggrolling one more
time…he told me about the Red Canyon CG…run by the Forestry Service..its about
12 miles or so West of the Park…what a Gem…its treed, nice scenery..definitely
has “Style Points” ..I took site 23..sits up on a hill…has enough clearing to
let the Solar panels do their thing…no hook-ups, but toilets, a shower for two
bucks….what more can a person ask for….and all for the old folks rate of $7.50…I
am happy…
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| Red Canyon CG...thanks Jerry..(c)2015..Horst Kelly Photographer |
Bryce is unique…it is like no other place I have been to……I was
spellbound and very much in awe….there is no real way to capture it on film…it
is truly one of a kind and I am glad I made the decision to come here instead
of doing the Fall Aspens in Colorado again…I sat on a stump at one of the
Lookouts and my mind starting wandering back to the First Folks that came to
this area….What was there first “expression” when they saw the “Hoodoos”…We
ain’t in Kansas anymore Toto…..I bet some pants got wet that day!
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| Bryce NP...(c)2015Horst Kelly Photographer |
Went to the park the afternoon I arrived and once again its is
packed…..motels filled, in park CG’s all filled….what a zoo trying to get
around…I don’t think the Parks Service has the infrastructure to sustain this
level of activity for very many more seasons…took some shots..and back in time
to grill a burger, with coleslaw, chips, enjoying it as the sun goes to rest.
This morning got up early, cleaned up and headed back to the Park…then did some
touring in the area….I plan on doing a Day Trip to Zion..I an told the CG’s are
all full…we’ll see how that pans out..also want to see stuff around the area
here…I plan on staying here until 2 Oct.….
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| By CG....(c)2015Horst Kelly Photographer |
No firm plans after that..probably head back to Page on the way
South…would like to land at the Lost Dutchman's State Park , Az..and mess around
in that area a few days…really enjoyed myself when I was there the last
time…..after that..who knows….
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| Bryce NP...(c)2015Horst Kelly Photographer |
I’ll take my leave now…and post few photo’s…hopefully…. and write more
later..until then Happy Trails…thanks for stopping by….Horst sends
Congratulations on a very fantastic moon shot. WOW
ReplyDeleteThanks Barney...Left Bryce today...back in Page to get provisions and leave Sunday for points South...thinking of the Lost Dutchman State Park in Az...though that's a pretty long day of travel....take care ..Horst sends
DeleteThanks.....it was a fun evening.....well its off for another "relaxing" adventure...take care and safe travels to the "South"...Horst sends
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