One Leg Up

Nestled in between the hussel and bussel of Santa Rosa, California a park with a country setting waits to be explored by people of all ages. Howarth Park surrounds a lake that is crawling with wildlife, both fowl and aquatic (which makes it perfect if you are looking to get rid of an old loaf of bread.)

Giver Her Flowers

If you find yourself in Trinidad, California be sure to visit College Cove, especially in the Spring time and all through Summer. The sights are memorable (and yes, there is a nudist beach here as well so consider yourself warned), and the trails are well groomed. Bring your camera along as the photo opportunities are around every corner.

Stop Your Blubbering!

These seals are actually hamming it up on the beaches of the Mad River where it feeds into the Pacific Ocean just outside of McKinleyville, California. You can find these vocal creatures, from late summer to early fall, basking in the sunlight with the young ones nearby.

Got Fish?

Do you think the landlord will be upset when they come in and find this waiting for them in the upstairs bath tub? These would be trout, or dinner as I like to call them. The fish hatchery in Blue Lake, California is where they call home (Not my bath tub); in fact these little guys will soon be released into the Mad River where they will go off to live their life in the mighty Pacific Ocean.

What's Up?

 In Redding, California there is this little...um...big surprise, a really big sundial. Actually, there is quite a bit for one to do here, a museum, garden, the sundial itself, and some incredible fishing all await the explorer that resides in all of us.

Were You Raised in a Barn

Between the towns of Klamath Falls and Lakeview (which there isn't a view of any lake what so ever), Oregon, sits this rustic treasure for all to see. The drive exhibits the fact that you truly are in the hi-desert part of the state; with miles upon miles of long yellow grass resting on a shapeless canvass. It is a great way to relax and offers an amazing sky when the summer Thunderstorms push their way through.

Hitchin' Post

On a summer afternoon in Klamath Falls, Oregon, I took a short drive to Miller Park and discovered a whole new world to explore. The Park itself is surrounded with rolling hills and mature trees and a great trail that wraps all of the way around it all. During that magical time between Thanksgiving and New Years the city offers a holiday display for all to come and see that will be sure to melt the coldest of hearts.

Reflections

Would you believe that moments earlier it was very clear and warm outside, well it was. These little lakes can be found in Coos Bay / North Bend, Oregon and offer great fishing opportunities for those who are inclined; I know this for a fact as I have lost many a worm feeding them! Go to a little tackle shop, just down the street from here called "The Bite is On" and say hello to Joe for me; he will get you all set up with the gear you need to be successful.

Closing The Day

Humboldt's sunsets are traditionally colorful and vibrant (and a little brisk so keep a hooded sweat shirt close by.) It offers a great atmosphere to snuggle up with that someone special or maybe even propose to spend the rest of your life with them as husband and wife.

We'll Keep A Light On For You

The light house in Trinidad, California diligently stands awaiting the fog to swirl in off of the ocean. The view from here will take your breath away, especially in the winter when the waves can reach over 40 feet tall as they charge the shore line, one rolling in after the other.

All Nutted um Knotted Up

The title says it all doesn't it? This is my father who happened upon this float late in the afternoon. We did not leave until that rope was free of all knots, no small task I assure you.

A Little Too Angelic

My son Tyler found his happy spot and thought deep in a redwood. Nothing was altered on this picture; this is what the camera saw when the button was pushed.

Pure Blue

Crater Lake, Oregon offers some incredible views year around; a person just can't take a bad picture here. This picture was taken in June of 2009, even then there was still a large amount of snow on the ground.

Lonely Sandals

I took a trip to the Arcata Marsh, in Humboldt County, California, to unwind and clear my head. The views are amazing if you get the right weather conditions and the tourists have gone back home. This picture has won me over on many levels, first of all, who would leave their sandals on a rail road track? Where did this person go?

Golden Falls

My dad and I wanted to get out of the house one fall day of 2008, this is where we ended up. This is about 30 or so miles to the east of Coos Bay, Oregon, up in the beautiful hill country.

Lucky Strike

An early summer thunderstorm found it's way into Medford, Oregon this year, loaded with tons of cloud to ground lightning. Shortly after this picture was taken a house was struck less than a mile from this location and a tree was split into two in the same parking lot that we were positioned in.

The One Shot that Many Have

In August of 2009 I found myself in Seattle, Washington; taking in a Mariners game and seeing the sights. (Mariners won the game that night, defeating the Oakland A's). This shot was taken from atop the Space Needle at around 11:00 o'clock at night. It was very windy as a storm was moving into the area (I know wierd right, I mean a storm in the Seattle area, crazy!)

Right Place at the Right Time

This is one of my favorite shots, it was taken from atop a very large boulder that wasn't so bad climbing; getting down on the other hand is an entirely different story (and picture).

Takin' a Break

Ahh the redwoods, truly a national treasure and tucked away nicely here in the great northwest. This picture was taken about 2 miles in on one of the many great trails at Prairie Creek State Park, south of Crescent City, California. What can I say, the tree was on fire and someone had to put out the flames. I am currently taking a break though, that much is true. For almost 20 years I have been working 12 to 17 hour days and spending very little time with the kids, hell I lost an amazing woman because of that life style and my 2 wonderful boys as well, for a short while. I have decided to pull back on that aspect of my life for a while and regroup.