Tim Stanton

Outdoor enthusiast — hiking, cycling, sailing. Makes music, enjoys art. Career oceanographer, academic.  Massachusetts   #explore #nature #outside #hiking #mountains #cycling #running #trailrunning #beach #ocean #sailing #canoeing #oceanographer #sonar #echolocation

About me: Outdoor enthusiast — hiking, cycling, sailing. Makes music, enjoys art. Career oceanographer, academic. Massachusetts
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2026-04-04 20:08:36 UTC

With the recent warming trend here in SE Massachusetts, I have been seeing a familiar green face appear at the surface of the pond in my back yard— the frog that is now entering its 5th year of residence there! I seeded the pond with about ten bullfrog tadpoles in 2022. By the end of the third year, only one remained which then occupied the pond alone all last year. Glad to see it back! Very few pics, since it normally won’t let me close enough to photograph, even with 5:1 zoom lens. 😀🐸
#frogs

2026-03-14 15:56:22 UTC

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I'm curious if you also used a navigation app on your phone and how fast the response time was on that.
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2026-03-13 17:35:15 UTC

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Great shot! So funny— I was, at first, drawn to looking at the stream and enjoying it. Then the bear caught my eye and the image took on a completely different meaning!

2026-03-13 13:09:25 UTC

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From my hike last month in the White Mountains, NH. I was halfway up to the summit and the bright overhead sun was casting beautiful shadows. Much of this snow has since melted as we approach spring. #FootpathFriday #hiking #mountains
#nature #photography #landscape #NaturePhotography #LandscapePhotography #snow
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2026-03-11 16:12:47 UTC

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Vulture symbolizing melting snow up there! 😂

2026-02-27 13:10:42 UTC

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This was my view looking up the trail on my ascent up peak #3 of my hike on the ridge last week in the White Mountains, NH. Clear skies with great views to the horizon plus perfect trail conditions made for a wonderful adventure. #FootpathFriday #hiking #mountains
#nature #photography #winter #snowshoeing #LandscapePhotography #NaturePhotography #NewHampshire
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2025-07-26 12:31:14 UTC

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Thank you for sharing. How peaceful!

2025-05-05 16:50:27 UTC

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I was just now denied access to this article. Perhaps they sensed that I had not yet mastered whatever skills they are discussing? 😂 😂
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2025-04-29 03:28:59 UTC

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So glad no harm came from your event, especially with other people involved. So amazing that you experienced the same thing— a simple lean against a big tree causing it to fall over. I still don’t understand it— why didn’t any previous wind cause the tree to fall over? Certainly the wind causes a stronger force.

2025-04-29 00:22:56 UTC

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5/5 All's well that ends well-- didn't hurt myself, but I could have. And, I was alone on the mountain, with no one else was coming back that way to assist. In spite of the dramatic scene of me falling down the slope in sync with a falling tree, this was a simple self-rescue. However, it will stick in my memory as a reminder of how the unexpected can come from nowhere and happen quickly. END

2025-04-29 00:22:29 UTC

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4/5 So, the tree that got me into this mess would also help me get out of the mess. But first, the backpack-- I couldn't move in the deep snow wearing the pack. I took some time to awkwardly take my pack off while I was sunk into the snow. Once that was off, I could slowly turn my body around, grab the trunk of the tree, and pull myself up along the length of the trunk to the trail with the backpack in tow. Brushed myself off, gathered my senses, and kept heading back down the trail. (CONT)

2025-04-29 00:22:02 UTC

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3/5 I lay there for a moment, side-by-side with the trunk, bewildered about what had just happened and hoping that I wasn't hurt (and I wasn't). But, as I tried to get up-- I couldn't! The snow was so deep that my hands sank straight down into the snow without touching the ground. This reminded me of people who fall into "spruce traps", having a hard time getting out. Fortunately, I had the fallen tree next to me that extended back up to the trail. (CONT)

2025-04-29 00:21:39 UTC

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2/5 As I put my hand on the tree -- and this was a gentle hand plant for balance only--- the tree decided to fall at that moment!! Quite bizarre for that little amount of force to topple such a substantial tree. Apparently, it was very ready. Unfortunately, as the tree fell, I lost my balance from losing my point of contact and I fell with the tree down the slope and into the deep snow. (CONT)

2025-04-29 00:21:05 UTC

1/5 Mishap in the Mountains.
What was one of your mishaps this past (or previous) year? Here is one of mine:
Timberrrr!!! (that goes for both the tree and me!) Earlier this year, while snowshoeing alone down a mountain, I had to squeeze by a full-sized tree (about 12" (30cm) diameter) on a narrow section of trail that traversed a moderately steep slope. (CONT)
#MountainMonday #mountains #hiking #backpacking #GetOutside

2025-04-16 14:30:21 UTC

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A great philosophy of life. 😀

2025-04-16 12:54:01 UTC

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Same! Love that boardwalk!

2025-04-15 23:55:54 UTC

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Both are really nice pics! Did you get wet from the storm?

2025-04-01 02:27:22 UTC

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The problems are certainly specific to one knee. I’ve started a new exercise for the knee (twice daily) which I hope helps prevent the issues. It worked to take care of another issue before and I stopped it when the knee got better— maybe best to just keep doing it.

2025-03-31 23:47:56 UTC

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PS-- I was referring to my exercise hikes/runs on local trails when I go relatively fast compared with my hiking in the mountains. I have no such issues when hiking slowly in the mountains in the winter (bareboot, spikes, or snowshoes).

2025-03-31 23:44:06 UTC

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2/ I read an article written by a runner who lived in Alaska. He said that whenever a person begins running on snow, they need to start over, as if they have not run before-- that is, low mileage at first, building up to higher mileage. He was an avid runner living year-'round in Alaska nand found that once the snow first began to accumulate in the fall, he had to scale his running distance way back until his muscles adapted to the unstable surface. END

2025-03-31 23:40:43 UTC

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1/ That sounds like your approach is working very well for you. When I say that I tweaked my knee, my knee was sore after what seemed like a perfectly normal hike. This has happened several times (mostly after walking quickly, but once when after running in the snow). There was never a slip or fall-- just normal movement without incident. I assumed that I didn't build up to the fact that the snow provides a slightly unstable surface. (CONT)

2025-03-25 11:05:53 UTC

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Nice pic. Another reminder of why I like winter activities so much!

2025-03-09 12:42:15 UTC

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#SilentSunday
#mountains #NewHampshire #winter #snow #hiking #backpacking #snowshoeing #nature #NaturePhotography #landscape #photography #LandscapePhotography #GetOutside #lichen #lichens #LichenSubscribe #rocks
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2025-03-05 14:29:29 UTC

Saw this interesting #wavy pattern in the snow at the #ocean earlier this week. The pattern appears to form from interacting with ocean waves at high tide, then is exposed like this at low tide. Nature makes great art! #WavyWednesday #CapeCod #beach
#SeaScape #Nature #NaturePhotography #landscape #photography #LandscapePhotography #GetOutside #snow #ice #winter
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2025-02-27 05:15:56 UTC

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My first pair of snowshoes were Tubbs. Hiked a lot of trails with them but, like yours, heavier and bulkier. The big issue with mine was that they lacked the traction to hike up/down the steep slopes that I had been encountering so that’s when I switched to these MSRs. Which model do you have? How’s the traction?
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2025-02-27 01:50:56 UTC

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MSR Lightning Explore
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2025-02-26 12:03:29 UTC

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These are amazing snowshoes— such great traction! I pushed these to the limit on this hike— a couple of short class II sections. Side stepping down did the trick!

2025-02-26 02:05:37 UTC

Had a fabulous day of #snowshoeing today in the White #Mountains, #NewHampshire. Conditions were perfect. Had the snowshoes on from the car to the summit and back. More pics to come! #hiking #backpacking #winter
#nature #NaturePhotography #landscape #photography #LandscapePhotography #snow #ice #WinterWonderland #GetOutside
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2025-02-16 19:38:19 UTC

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Sounds like the trails there will be loaded with more snow!
Lots of slush here now with last night’s snow melting by the minute with today’s rain. The slush will then freeze solid tomorrow morning. 🙁

2025-02-08 13:42:38 UTC

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Yup!

2025-02-08 13:36:18 UTC

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Wrapped up my trip to #Vermont by #snowshoeing part of this mountain pass road yesterday that was closed to vehicles for the winter. Encountered a number of downhill skiers who appeared out of the woods after skiing down from the summit on various trails. A fun way to end my trip! #hiking #winter #mountains
#backpacking #nature #NaturePhotography #landscape #photography #LandscapePhotography #snow #GetOutside
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2025-02-07 13:20:00 UTC

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This trail in Vermont follows a picturesque stream for miles, crossing over the stream many times on bridges like this. While I was cross country skiing on the trail earlier this week, there were also people running, walking, and cycling (fat tires). Fun for all! #FootpathFriday #Footbridge #skiing
#winter #snow #Vermont #stream #streams #cycling #TrailRunning #running #walking #bridge #trail #trails #nature #NaturePhotography #landscape #photography #LandscapePhotography #GetOutside
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2025-02-06 22:09:02 UTC

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It was cold, cloudy, windy, and snowing heavily today here in the Green #Mountains of #Vermont. Translation for me: another great day to go outside! Enjoyed #snowshoeing on a network of trails winding through this forest this afternoon. Had a blast! #hiking #winter #snow
#backpacking #Nature #NaturePhotography #landscape #photography #LandscapePhotography #GetOutside #WinterWonderland
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2025-01-28 14:54:45 UTC

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I love that sound!

2025-01-27 20:12:57 UTC

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Thanks for the links. I see that making them into an actual tripod involves lashing them together. I could see doing that if I am stationed somewhere taking lots of pics. But, when taking just a few pics and not having much time for setup (such as a quick selfie at a summit), I find use of a single trekking pole reasonable (although sometimes I can't stick it into the ground which may be solid rock).
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2025-01-27 19:51:34 UTC

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Yeah, a full-size tripod seems way too bulky and heavy to take on any long distance trip unless photography is the first priority of the trip. I have been attempting, with some success, at using one of my trekking poles as a make-shift stand for my phone. Works ok about half the time.

2025-01-27 17:03:42 UTC

Hiked on a local trail yesterday that I had never done before. Begins with long straight narrow footpaths across cranberry bogs, crossing over frozen irrigation channels like in this photo, then ending with loops around several small frozen lakes. A nice network of trails as well as places to launch the canoe when everything thaws out. #hiking #winter #snow #ice
#PhotoMonday #backpacking #stream #streams #nature #NaturePhotography #landscape #photography #LandscapePhotography #GetOutside
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2025-01-27 00:39:27 UTC

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That's great-- welcome back! Looking forward to hearing what you learned.
😀 ⛰️

2025-01-26 15:32:07 UTC

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Beautiful! Hope your backpacking trip went well!

2025-01-24 17:46:14 UTC

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Enjoy! Will this be an overnighter?

2025-01-16 15:26:33 UTC

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It's so fun wondering what the animals are thinking. There is a well-worn animal path in my backyard connecting the restaurant dumpster in an abutting property to my water garden. I'm thinking.. fine dining in the dumpster followed by an after-dinner drink in my water garden! 😂

2024-12-02 12:16:44 UTC

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Yeah, like magic, we arrived and departed with clear sunny skies and the snowstorm happened in the middle of the trip. Couldn’t have been better timing. I have normally visited Colorado in the summer/fall. So nice to have the winter experience!

2024-12-02 12:11:43 UTC

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What a beautiful place to camp! That must have been a challenge sleeping on the rocky ground, even with a sleeping pad. Thanks for sharing!
😀 ⛰️

2024-12-01 14:07:35 UTC

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#SilentSunday
#mountains #Colorado #landscape #LandscapePhotography #photography #nature #NaturePhotography #GetOutside
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2024-12-01 03:06:24 UTC

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Returned earlier today from spending time with my family in the Rocky Mountains. Sole purpose was to enjoy each other’s company— mission accomplished! Back to sea level again. Check out this runway that I landed on today at Logan Airport (Boston). The runway ends at the ocean and at less than 20’ elevation— much lower and it would be a water landing! 😂 #Colorado #mountains #ocean #NewEngland #landscape #photography #LandscapePhotography
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2024-11-30 01:33:05 UTC

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Yes, yes, yes on everything you said in your blog! Thanks for sharing your thoughts, Virginia. I felt so liberated leaving the algorithm-based bird site. It is so refreshing having healthy respectful interactions with others on Mastodon.

2024-11-30 01:16:10 UTC

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Thanks, Virginia! It was a rainy misty day of hiking in the mountains that day. Felt like a rain forest with all of the mist! Even the trail had mist above it.

2024-11-28 15:28:26 UTC

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Yeah, I’m having a great time! Snowshoed right out of the cabin. And, there’s so much wildlife living in this river valley that we’re staying at. Saw a herd of about 40 elk here on the first day. And every day we see about five deer around the cabin. And then there are the turkeys. 😀

2024-11-28 15:21:57 UTC

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So amazing how animals can lie in the snow like that!

2024-11-27 22:44:26 UTC

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Went snowshoeing today on that fresh layer of snow that fell overnight. Taught a six-year-old family member how to snowshoe. Just before we headed out, this fine four-legged creature posed outside our window. Saw lots of small hoof prints in the snow (upper left pic)— deer or elk? Having a blast!! 😀⛰️❄️
#hiking #backpacking #snowshoeing #WildlifePhotography #wildlife #snow #winter #mountains #Colorado #nature #NaturePhotography #landscape #photography #LandscapePhotography #GetOutside
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2024-11-27 16:04:56 UTC

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It’s a winter wonderland here in the Rockies after a night of snowfall. Hiked along a stream yesterday with picturesque views of the valley walls on each side of the trail— may return to that trail again today but with snowshoes. 😀
#hiking #backpacking #snow #winter #mountains #Colorado #nature #NaturePhotography #landscape #photography #LandscapePhotography #GetOutside
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2024-11-26 15:27:57 UTC

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Yes, I will be here
through the storm and will return after. We have snowshoes and I brought all of my snow gear! 😀❄️

2024-11-25 23:39:30 UTC

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Whoa! After just one hour in the Rocky #Mountains, CO, today, I encountered a herd of elk! The herd was grazing a half mile from where I was staying and I saw them while out taking a walk. This one seemed to pose for me! #MountainMonday #PhotoMonday #WildlifePhotography #wildlife #hiking #backpacking #nature #NaturePhotography #photography
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2024-11-25 13:01:29 UTC

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Great back yard, Virginia! I’m jealous!

2024-11-25 02:24:54 UTC

I’m about to head out to the great state of Colorado for a family vacation in the Rocky Mountains. I’ll be off the grid a lot so I won’t be on Mastodon very much. Have a great week everyone and see you on the other side! 😀⛰️

2024-11-24 13:53:11 UTC

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Thank you!! In addition to being an inherently happy person, loving life, I was over-the-top happy being at the top of that mountain! 😀

2024-11-23 16:12:30 UTC

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Me too! Same goes for the Rockies-- wish I could just beam myself there!

2024-11-23 16:09:25 UTC

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Indeed. The top left photo is the Franconia Ridge. The Whites will be there for whenever you return!

2024-11-23 15:48:16 UTC

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Have a great weekend everyone! Enjoy this gorgeous waterfall that I passed while hiking in the White Mountains, New Hampshire earlier this week. I especially like how it is lit up from the sunset it is facing. #hiking #backpacking #mountains #NewHampshire #waterfall #waterfalls #stream #streams #weekend #sunset #nature #NaturePhotography #landscape #photography #LandscapePhotography #outside #GetOutside
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2024-11-23 13:43:39 UTC

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Yes, it appeared as a new message, not an edited one. Either way, I am very happy to connect with you here on Mastodon. In addition to your mountain adventures that you share, I value the perspective on life and kindness that you project. 😀

2024-11-23 13:34:08 UTC

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Pleased to meet you, Virginia! I completely agree on how especially important it is to maintain a healthy mind during these challenging times.

2024-11-22 23:41:08 UTC

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Same here (and I love the google translate option for the other languages!). I especially enjoy how easy it is to engage in friendly respectful conversation with others here (unlike the bird site that I fled from two years ago!)

2024-11-22 15:52:45 UTC

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Trail conditions varied dramatically from trailhead to summit in my hike earlier this week in the White #Mountains: dirt and dry rocks (upper left); crusty #snow and patches of soft #ice (upper right); solid hard ice and need for traction (lower left); dirt, snow, ice, and some puddles of water on sun-exposed ridge trail (lower right). A fun, interesting hike! #FootpathFriday #hiking #backpacking #nature #NaturePhotography #landscape #photography #LandscapePhotography #GetOutside
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2024-11-18 13:53:58 UTC

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I find that taking lots of nature pictures along the way helps in several ways— it slows me down so I’m not tired at the end of the day, but also helps me stop and embrace the local beauty that I would have otherwise rushed by when going fast. Win win!

2024-11-18 13:44:33 UTC

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Thank you! Either way, I need time to acclimate after coming from sea level. Going slow on the trail helps. 😀

2024-11-18 13:34:54 UTC

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Yes, at about 500 miles in length, the Colorado Trail seems much more of a doable trail compared with the 2,000+ mile thru-hikes (although 500 miles is still a LOT!!). And, who can argue with hiking across Colorado! Such a beautiful state! 😀

2024-11-18 12:53:22 UTC

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Nice video! I’ve heard so many great things about the Colorado Trail (for both backpacking and bikepacking). Looks like you saw a lot of wildlife on your trip— wonderful!

2024-11-17 12:24:18 UTC

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#SilentSunday
#sunset #CapeCod #ocean #beach #nature #NaturePhotography #landscape #photography #LandscapePhotography
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2024-10-03 13:42:52 UTC

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Interesting how your snakes have made themselves visible around the woodpile all of this time. I have a snake that lives near my water garden. I only see it once or twice in the spring, then it disappears!

2024-09-25 15:02:00 UTC

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I hiked up a trail last week in the Teton Range in Wyoming to this gorgeous waterfall! Given the significant size-- 100' drop-- I couldn't capture its full beauty in a single photo. Here are four pics at different angles and distances. Did some easy rock hopping and scrambling to get the closeups. Enjoy! #WaterfallWednesday #waterfall #waterfalls #stream #streams #hiking #backpacking #mountains #nature #NaturePhotography #landscape #photography #LandscapePhotography #GetOutside
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2024-09-14 10:47:27 UTC

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Whoa!

2024-09-14 02:10:43 UTC

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Thanks! Maybe on a future trip (this is the first of hopefully several trips there). When we’re not at the Winds, we’ll be in the Jackson Hole area.

2024-09-14 01:35:31 UTC

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I would love to know more about the local geology! I’ll check out the local book store.

2024-09-14 01:33:40 UTC

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Thanks! I’ll make note of those spots. So much to see there! It’s supposed to rain the days I’m there which means probably no snow or mosquitoes. Either way, I’m really looking forward to it!

2024-09-13 20:18:49 UTC

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Thank you! I can't wait!

2024-09-12 19:27:29 UTC

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Rain has been the theme in this region for the past two years. My running joke has been to keep track of how many consecutive backpacking trips I have gone on and gotten rained on (lots!).
The rain continued all last winter-- we were one snowfall away from a great base last December, then many days of rain wiped it out. I timed my snowshoeing trips to being well after a rain and shortly after a good snowfall. Others were much more courageous than I, snowshoeing more frequently,.

2024-09-12 18:56:08 UTC

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Lucky you, Franz, to already be thinking about snowshoeing! My first winter/early-winter hike will be sometime in late November or early December. While I'm looking forward to snowshoeing again, I'll also be enjoying my upcoming fall trips over the next couple of months.

2024-09-09 17:30:21 UTC

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I remember this great photo very well, Franz! Also, it is hard to think of which of these photos is the "best". I really like ALL of the photos of these waterfalls (with the stairs) that you took and showed in the blog. For example, a pic taken near the same spot, but the stairs just off to the side and leading the eyes up diagonally; and then the same scene, but far way showing more context. 😀

2024-09-08 02:26:29 UTC

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👍

2024-09-08 01:15:02 UTC

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You’ve been through so much! It’s great that you felt well enough to get out and enjoy the mountains. Wishing you continued strength. 🙏

2024-09-08 00:44:51 UTC

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Beautiful! Does this mean you’re feeling better?

2024-09-05 20:12:25 UTC

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Congratulations, Andrew! I know you were wanting to advance your skills-- sounds like this gave you great practice/experience.

2024-09-02 16:21:14 UTC

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So impressive! Happy eating all winter long! 😀

2024-09-02 12:57:25 UTC

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That’s great news that your knees are now stronger and holding up to the demands of hiking. I recall you used to need a long time to recover from major hikes. And Mt Monadnock is a great mountain for both adventure and exercise!

2024-09-02 12:46:29 UTC

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Thanks for the word of caution on old sun screen, Franz.
I’ll have to look into that and maybe replace what I have. The trails I use are sometimes called the “green tunnel”— dense green forest, mostly shade. It is only when I reach a summit above the tree line that I may get direct sun. The time I truly need sun screen is when I’m at the ocean— on the beach or sailing. Frequently direct intense sun. So, I need sun screen about 30 days per year for my ocean activities.

2024-09-02 03:16:18 UTC

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Nice! You summited twice?

2024-09-01 20:56:41 UTC

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Looks like we’re both having great summers, Franz, but in completely different climates! As I read your post discussing how much sun you have been experiencing, I was sitting in my car at a trailhead waiting for the rain to slow down or stop. I laughed when I thought of how many years I’ve used the same tube of sunscreen. Rain or shine, we both fully embrace whatever the weather is doing. 😀

2024-08-31 23:20:37 UTC

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Looks delicious! You’re making me hungry!

2024-08-31 00:51:47 UTC

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Looks like fun! So you just insert a coin and out comes a car? 😂

2024-08-30 19:17:16 UTC

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😂

2024-08-30 18:58:47 UTC

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Beautiful!

2024-08-30 17:18:35 UTC

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Looks like a great bike ride! Love that fog!

2024-08-29 23:14:26 UTC

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I completely relate. I freeze up when needing to introduce myself in front of a group.

2024-08-29 12:28:21 UTC

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Looks like a wonderful time for a walk!

2024-08-27 19:35:58 UTC

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Indeed! A great way to test your rain gear and no one else on the trail!

2024-08-27 15:21:25 UTC

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Sounds wonderful! Have a great time!

2024-08-26 17:06:37 UTC

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That’s beautiful, Franz!

2024-08-26 13:21:25 UTC

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What a nice stream!

2024-08-25 12:25:01 UTC

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I really enjoyed the several times that I scuba dived in that area (Puget Sound and Friday Harbor in the San Juan Islands).
Are you looking to move there?

2024-08-25 11:55:58 UTC

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