Today was DEFINATELY an example of being in the right place AND at the right time.
I happened across the Kestrel on the branch. I setup my tripod and managed to get just a couple shots before this Bald Eagle came and chased him away...oh well, at least I didn't mind!
All shots taken in Alton, Illinois - D70s, Sigma 120-300 F2.8 w/2x TC
Even though you happened to be in the right place at the right time, you still deserve the credit for getting the shots as things changed quickly.
Well done.
Even though you happened to be in the right place at the right time, you still deserve the credit for getting the shots as things changed quickly.
Well done.
Thank you!
I appreciate you giving the photog some of the credit
Mike Keithly wrote:
How long after you left the lock did you run into this guy. Where at on the river were you.
Nice talking to you yesterday
Mike
Hey there, Mike...did you get my email?
I'd say it was about 30min or so after I left the lock area.
I was right under where the road goes under the bridge.
I grew up about 25 miles from Alton in S. Illinois; I'm still waiting to see my first eagle in N CA, where I've been for a long time. The fact the eagles are showing up in Alton might be enough for this "weather wimp" to come back to visit family in the winter (something I'd sworn off long ago after a nasty Christmas trip, weather-wise).
