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dustoff100 wrote:
Outstanding close-up! Thanks for your lesson on stealth!
Ron

Your welcome Ron.

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Nov 07, 2008 at 04:31 PM

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tfoltz wrote:
Fantastic keeper! One day I hope to get a shot of a mature BE.
Great post and story.

Tim

Tim, thanks for the nice comment.

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Nov 07, 2008 at 04:32 PM

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Brenton Biggs wrote:
Thanks so much Roger for this information. I'll probably trip do this though

These shots are very nice as well!!!

Gooood luck on not triping.

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Nov 07, 2008 at 04:32 PM

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Tim Kuhn wrote:
Great post Roger. I use a similar technique to get close to birds. Not quite as drastic but the same principle. Only move in when they are busy, watch the body language, for me I watch the tail on little birds, it almost always goes up when the get nervous. I also never head straight towards them once close, always tack left and right on the way in. I know I am not in your league but we do share some of the same technique. Learned stalking as a kid, I'm betting you did to.

Tim

Hi Tim, I am thinking the biggest secret is patience.

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Nov 07, 2008 at 04:33 PM

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Rick Slaven wrote:
Really nice job on that stalking Wacky......Good shots....

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A big HI!!!! to you Amigo Rick. Thanks

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Nov 07, 2008 at 04:35 PM

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Hungtran10 wrote:
awesome shots and techniques wacky roger. you done did good again! what binoculars do you use btw and do you recommend them? i'm looking for a small light weight one.

- hung

Zeiss FL 10x42

YES, they are the best ones I have ever tried. I liked them so much I bought a Zeiss spotting scope as well.

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Nov 07, 2008 at 04:37 PM

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Rob Tillyer wrote:
Great shot Roger, and good storey to go with it.

Rob

Thanks Rob

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Nov 07, 2008 at 04:37 PM

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genemiller wrote:
Great lesson, Roger !! Felt like I was on a Bald Eagle Safari. In the past I just approached slowly; will definitely try your technique this winter. Thanks!

GENE

Remember nothing works 100% of the time but this works best for me when there is no cover available.

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Nov 07, 2008 at 04:38 PM

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Kitehog wrote:
Nice work roger thanks for the stalking tips. Now if I could just find an Eagle to stalk!!!

I do the same thing with most all wildlife so you don't need a eagle around.

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Nov 07, 2008 at 04:39 PM

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trailhiker wrote:
Thanks for the pointers, amigo! I'll try out your technique with my binocs next time. Though so along with the Better Beamer I have to buy moccasins TOO? Yes, I can verify for Ant that you do tend to lose track of time while out of a stalk and I would also if it weren't for my grumbling stomach. Remind me to bring Clif Bars next time

And I too try to avoid making eye contact with the bird. Seems like if they think you're just walking by, there's more of a chance they'll stay at the perch. I've noticed that while watching the Red-tails on the telephone pole across the street from me; if someone walks by without knowing they are there, they'll stay put.

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Amigo Steve,

no need for moccasins go bare footed

I got me a good rule if there is enough light for a photo attempt go for it. I like your tip about eye contact.

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Nov 07, 2008 at 04:41 PM

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Great shots, Roger, and appreciate the lesson too. Beautiful area where you live!!

Nov 07, 2008 at 06:22 PM

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thehotel wrote:
Hungtran10 wrote:
awesome shots and techniques wacky roger. you done did good again! what binoculars do you use btw and do you recommend them? i'm looking for a small light weight one.

- hung

Zeiss FL 10x42

YES, they are the best ones I have ever tried. I liked them so much I bought a Zeiss spotting scope as well.

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Holy !@#$. Those are some expensive binoculars. Yikes.

- Hung

Nov 07, 2008 at 07:36 PM

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JJBub wrote:
Great shots, Roger, and appreciate the lesson too. Beautiful area where you live!!

I am lucky to be able to live here. Thanks for the nice comment.

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Nov 08, 2008 at 12:23 AM

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Hungtran10 wrote:
thehotel wrote:
Hungtran10 wrote:
awesome shots and techniques wacky roger. you done did good again! what binoculars do you use btw and do you recommend them? i'm looking for a small light weight one.

- hung

Zeiss FL 10x42

YES, they are the best ones I have ever tried. I liked them so much I bought a Zeiss spotting scope as well.

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Holy !@#$. Those are some expensive binoculars. Yikes.

- Hung

IMHO binoculars, spotting scopes and camera lens are all the same when it comes to the best glass gives you the best results.

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Nov 08, 2008 at 12:24 AM

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p.3 #15 · Stalking A Mature Bald Eagle

Roger,

Great information, great shot, yes it is a keeper.

Thanks for the lesson, what do I owe you

Kirk

Nov 08, 2008 at 08:12 AM

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p.3 #16 · Stalking A Mature Bald Eagle

Your patience and skill paid off Rog!! I'm a young jedi so i'm still working on my technique like others here

Great close-up shot! classic.

Nov 08, 2008 at 12:15 PM

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KirkB wrote:
Roger,

Great information, great shot, yes it is a keeper.

Thanks for the lesson, what do I owe you

Kirk

For payment, Post some photos.

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Nov 08, 2008 at 03:21 PM

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Nello Milanese wrote:
Your patience and skill paid off Rog!! I'm a young jedi so i'm still working on my technique like others here

Great close-up shot! classic.

I am sure you heard it before but practice is the best way to get it down.

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Nov 08, 2008 at 03:22 PM

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