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Tim Kuhn
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I did a wonderful alpine hike today in Olympic National Park. The weather was a mix of clouds, mist and sun, always windy with temps in low 40s F. I had a wonderful time, I really enjoy hikes above tree line. I did see an unexpected bird there, I'll leave that as a bit of a teaser for another post

This is an Olympic Marmot family. The Olympic Marmot is unique to the Olympic Mountains, a close relative of the Vancouver Marmot (rare and endangered) and the Hoary Marmot (the most common). For more info on them; http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Olympic_marmot





1 Mom gathering grasses for the winter.







2 Mom mountain backdrop







3 1 of 3 pups that I saw







4 Dad on high alert, there were raptors flying nearby







5 Dad semi-hidden




Sep 01, 2014 at 09:10 PM
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p.1 #2 · p.1 #2 · Olympic Marmots (5)


Very cool little critters Tim. Glad you enjoyed your hike in late fall temps...while we "enjoyed" hot and humid here....hope the bird you encountered is as special as you have teased!
Eric



Sep 01, 2014 at 09:15 PM
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p.1 #3 · p.1 #3 · Olympic Marmots (5)


love #4, love whistle pigs


Sep 01, 2014 at 09:17 PM
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p.1 #4 · p.1 #4 · Olympic Marmots (5)


1, 4 and the last for me Tim. Super photos

Morris



Sep 01, 2014 at 09:37 PM
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p.1 #5 · p.1 #5 · Olympic Marmots (5)


Great shots Tim, #1 is such a unique shot that I'll go with that one for my pick.


Sep 01, 2014 at 09:50 PM
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p.1 #6 · p.1 #6 · Olympic Marmots (5)


Very nice capture, Tim. For sure they are on maximum alert for hawks nearby

- Tam



Sep 01, 2014 at 09:53 PM
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p.1 #7 · p.1 #7 · Olympic Marmots (5)


Very different colouration from the Hoary. Very brown. These are superb images Tim. Lovely clarity and detail, great light. Those critters jump right off the screen. Excellent work Tim.


Sep 01, 2014 at 09:57 PM
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Your hike sounds like an awesome day Tim, I would love to be close enough to enjoy it with you... color me jealous.

Great job showing us this Marmot family as they do their daily thing and get ready for winter too... really enjoyed seeing this set.
3 and 4 are my favorites, but they're all cool and very well done as always... really good work Tim and I'm quite sure you enjoyed your time with them today.

Kirk



Sep 01, 2014 at 11:11 PM
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p.1 #9 · p.1 #9 · Olympic Marmots (5)


great set Tim.. i enjoyed them all


Sep 02, 2014 at 03:53 AM
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p.1 #10 · p.1 #10 · Olympic Marmots (5)


Great series. You must have been really close. The frist one with the grass mustache is especially nice.


Sep 02, 2014 at 05:29 AM
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Very well done Tim. These guys getting fat for the winter eating grass make me wonder why I eat salad to lose weight. ~ Ron


Sep 02, 2014 at 06:55 AM
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p.1 #12 · p.1 #12 · Olympic Marmots (5)


Extra cute little critters, Tim and they seem to completely ignore you
Clear and sharply defined detail with lifelike colors
I particularly like the pose in the last one, but I enjoyed every single one.
Socrate



Sep 02, 2014 at 08:21 AM
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p.1 #13 · p.1 #13 · Olympic Marmots (5)


Stunning closeup captures Tim of darling sweet enjoyable Marmonts that makes me want one as a pet to hug on
BeeBalm



Sep 02, 2014 at 08:27 AM
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Fine shots Tim, well captured
David



Sep 02, 2014 at 12:43 PM
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Great post, Tim. What cute guys. The last two are my top picks. Love the dof on the last. Taking a hike with the 500 Now that's dedication. Must be nice to have all that age on your side.

Ed



Sep 02, 2014 at 04:52 PM
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p.1 #16 · p.1 #16 · Olympic Marmots (5)


Good to hear you had a great time, Tim.
All images are wonderful but the first is my favorite for the pose and fun moment you captured.
Chris



Sep 02, 2014 at 04:57 PM
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p.1 #17 · p.1 #17 · Olympic Marmots (5)


beauties Tim! Looking forward to more.


Sep 02, 2014 at 06:12 PM
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p.1 #18 · p.1 #18 · Olympic Marmots (5)


Excellent all of them!!!! Outstanding!


Sep 02, 2014 at 07:10 PM
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great shots.
i esp like dad on alert.

david



Sep 02, 2014 at 08:00 PM
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p.1 #20 · p.1 #20 · Olympic Marmots (5)


I see you took the 'lightweight' lens on your hike

These guys did everything they could to not directly look at you
I do like that dipped snout of lighter coloring, very distinguished looking characters Tim

The hike sounds refreshing......thanks for sharing your outing and dropping a 'teaser' for later!
Karl



Sep 02, 2014 at 08:26 PM
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