|
Joined: Nov 2018
Posts: 1,488
Campfire Regular
|
OP
Campfire Regular
Joined: Nov 2018
Posts: 1,488 |
Spent some time in Grand Teton National Park recently and did some "hunting" with my camera. Yes, I was at a safe distance, using a telephoto lens: Good sized black bear after the berries. He appeared to stand taller than my 6' - though I didn't go stand next to him and compare. I'd been shooting photos of this mama moose and her calf when they went on high alert - in this photo - and were focused on the bear pictured above: Bull moose on the move: Buffalo, feeding and moving in my direction. I moved. A group of pronghorn bucks: Regards, Guy
|
|
|
|
Joined: Apr 2017
Posts: 2,920
Campfire Regular
|
Campfire Regular
Joined: Apr 2017
Posts: 2,920 |
|
|
|
|
Joined: Jun 2004
Posts: 3,123 Likes: 1
Campfire Tracker
|
Campfire Tracker
Joined: Jun 2004
Posts: 3,123 Likes: 1 |
Nice variety of critters. I was able to go to the Tetons a few years ago and actually enjoyed photographing the moose and elk more than the landscapes.
|
|
|
|
Joined: Jan 2001
Posts: 29,878 Likes: 3
Campfire Ranger
|
Campfire Ranger
Joined: Jan 2001
Posts: 29,878 Likes: 3 |
Nice job there, and a good mix as well.
Cookie was hoping for some bear on her last outing, but her chosen local was low on berries/cherries. None to be found.
Last edited by 1minute; 09/27/21.
1Minute
|
|
|
|
Joined: Jul 2023
Posts: 244
Campfire Member
|
Campfire Member
Joined: Jul 2023
Posts: 244 |
Very good captures, Guy!
Nice work!
|
|
|
|
Joined: Sep 2006
Posts: 2,088
Campfire Regular
|
Campfire Regular
Joined: Sep 2006
Posts: 2,088 |
|
|
|
|
Joined: Jun 2023
Posts: 103
Campfire Member
|
Campfire Member
Joined: Jun 2023
Posts: 103 |
Great Pictures I hope to go there next year!
|
|
|
|
Joined: Sep 2023
Posts: 12
New Member
|
New Member
Joined: Sep 2023
Posts: 12 |
|
|
|
|
Joined: Nov 2018
Posts: 1,488
Campfire Regular
|
OP
Campfire Regular
Joined: Nov 2018
Posts: 1,488 |
Thanks all! I've been sticking closer to home here in Central Washington. Have a few more photos to add though: Poor quality because it was taken well before sunrise, but I thought the elk hunters here would appreciate this. Yes, easily within normal rifle range. Regards, Guy
|
|
|
|
Joined: Sep 2006
Posts: 2,088
Campfire Regular
|
Campfire Regular
Joined: Sep 2006
Posts: 2,088 |
|
|
|
|
Joined: Sep 2006
Posts: 2,088
Campfire Regular
|
Campfire Regular
Joined: Sep 2006
Posts: 2,088 |
Poor quality because it was taken well before sunrise, but I thought the elk hunters here would appreciate this. Yes, easily within normal rifle range. Regards, Guy Poor quality? Your your own worst critic. Truth is you got the shot! I like it too!
Last edited by DonFischer; 09/22/23.
|
|
|
|
Joined: Nov 2018
Posts: 1,488
Campfire Regular
|
OP
Campfire Regular
Joined: Nov 2018
Posts: 1,488 |
Poor quality because it was taken well before sunrise, but I thought the elk hunters here would appreciate this. Yes, easily within normal rifle range. Regards, Guy Poor quality? Your your own worst critic. Truth is you got the shot! I like it too! Thanks! I have to admit that I was imagining crosshairs on the shoulder of each of those bulls... That's a tough tag to draw. If I ever do draw it, I know where to find this bachelor group! And I've been looking for this fellow this fall, unsuccessfully: Regards, Guy
|
|
|
|
Joined: Nov 2018
Posts: 1,488
Campfire Regular
|
OP
Campfire Regular
Joined: Nov 2018
Posts: 1,488 |
Our local rams are getting pretty doggone worked up. Chelan County, Washington this morning:
|
|
|
|
Joined: Jan 2001
Posts: 29,878 Likes: 3
Campfire Ranger
|
Campfire Ranger
Joined: Jan 2001
Posts: 29,878 Likes: 3 |
1Minute
|
|
|
|
Joined: Jan 2008
Posts: 14,125 Likes: 2
Campfire Outfitter
|
Campfire Outfitter
Joined: Jan 2008
Posts: 14,125 Likes: 2 |
I called him "the Airplane Buck" ya! GWB
A Kill Artist. When I draw, I draw blood.
|
|
|
|
Joined: Nov 2018
Posts: 1,488
Campfire Regular
|
OP
Campfire Regular
Joined: Nov 2018
Posts: 1,488 |
GWB - saw a buck kinda like that once in Wyoming. I could not get a shot at him, or he'd be on the wall. Cool photo. Thanks for sharing!
Guy
|
|
|
|
Joined: Jan 2008
Posts: 14,125 Likes: 2
Campfire Outfitter
|
Campfire Outfitter
Joined: Jan 2008
Posts: 14,125 Likes: 2 |
A Kill Artist. When I draw, I draw blood.
|
|
|
|
Joined: Nov 2018
Posts: 1,488
Campfire Regular
|
OP
Campfire Regular
Joined: Nov 2018
Posts: 1,488 |
Sleepy ram. He's got some horns! Guy
|
|
|
|
Joined: Apr 2008
Posts: 10,956 Likes: 1
Campfire Outfitter
|
Campfire Outfitter
Joined: Apr 2008
Posts: 10,956 Likes: 1 |
Moose in the first photo is a giant.
Digging the airplane buck as well. Super goofy.
|
|
|
|
Joined: Nov 2018
Posts: 1,488
Campfire Regular
|
OP
Campfire Regular
Joined: Nov 2018
Posts: 1,488 |
Enjoy! I sure like getting outside and seeking out these rascals. Guy
|
|
|
|
Joined: Jan 2008
Posts: 14,125 Likes: 2
Campfire Outfitter
|
Campfire Outfitter
Joined: Jan 2008
Posts: 14,125 Likes: 2 |
A Kill Artist. When I draw, I draw blood.
|
|
|
|
Joined: Feb 2011
Posts: 17,784 Likes: 1
Campfire Ranger
|
Campfire Ranger
Joined: Feb 2011
Posts: 17,784 Likes: 1 |
Molon Labe
|
|
|
|
Joined: May 2005
Posts: 1,823
Campfire Regular
|
Campfire Regular
Joined: May 2005
Posts: 1,823 |
Some really nice photos there.
|
|
|
|
Joined: Sep 2006
Posts: 2,088
Campfire Regular
|
Campfire Regular
Joined: Sep 2006
Posts: 2,088 |
OP said he used a telephoto lens. How long a lense did you use? I have a 170-500 but don't do well with handheld shots. I have a good tripod but takes time to set it up.
Last edited by DonFischer; 12/26/23.
|
|
|
|
Joined: Jan 2001
Posts: 29,878 Likes: 3
Campfire Ranger
|
Campfire Ranger
Joined: Jan 2001
Posts: 29,878 Likes: 3 |
DonFischer: Not the OP, but once in a blue moon Cookie will let me pick up one of her units. I can hand hold her Canon 500 prime which is a relatively long and heavy unit. Right hand on the camera and left at the extreme end of the lens hood. She has a couple 100-400 Canon zooms that are shorter and considerably lighter. I have to find some sort of support (tree limb, rock, or sit down) to keep those stable. Admittedly, a tripod is a pain in the ass when one is wandering the sticks with a camera. If wildlife would behave like fruit baskets, we'd have an easier time.
Given the slant of this forum, I see the same effects with firearms. I have a 15 lb 45-90 Sharps that works well off hand. With a shorter/lighter 600 Rem in 6-mm I can't do crap without a rest.
Enjoy your stuff. Good luck in the coming year.
Last edited by 1minute; 12/26/23.
1Minute
|
|
|
|
Joined: Jan 2008
Posts: 14,125 Likes: 2
Campfire Outfitter
|
Campfire Outfitter
Joined: Jan 2008
Posts: 14,125 Likes: 2 |
Please bear in mind that the following is from a "hack" photographer and not a pro. The two telephoto lenses I use are a Canon 70-200 and a Tamron 150-600. typically I use the Tamron 150-600 Telephoto at distance over the Canon and do not crop. I have both a Canon 7D Mk2 and a Canon 5d Mk4. In those above it was the 1.6 Crop sensor 7D Mk2 as it extends the range and I can get 10 FPS. I was riding in the elevated bench seats mounted in the bed of a pick-up. Those were unsupported or I was braced against an arm rest or bed rail,and cherry-picked as there were numerous images that were not up to par. I typically do not do post-photo processing as most of my pix are for myself, but did so in the pix above and below using "Raw Power" App. Canon 5D MK 2, Tamron 150-600 f/5-6.3 Di VC USD lens, F/10, 1/800 sec , ISO 800, 500 MM. Considering a 1.6 Crop factor that should be the equivalent of an 800 MM lens, if I understand correctly. Best, GWB
Last edited by geedubya; 12/27/23.
A Kill Artist. When I draw, I draw blood.
|
|
|
|
Joined: Apr 2008
Posts: 2,416
Campfire Regular
|
Campfire Regular
Joined: Apr 2008
Posts: 2,416 |
Last edited by Elkhunter49; 12/30/23.
A true friend is someone who reaches for your hand but touches your heart !!!
|
|
|
|
Joined: Jun 2007
Posts: 24,562 Likes: 1
Campfire Ranger
|
Campfire Ranger
Joined: Jun 2007
Posts: 24,562 Likes: 1 |
3 species in one photo. Deer, elk and rabbit…
|
|
|
|
Joined: Jan 2001
Posts: 29,878 Likes: 3
Campfire Ranger
|
Campfire Ranger
Joined: Jan 2001
Posts: 29,878 Likes: 3 |
Last edited by 1minute; 12/31/23.
1Minute
|
|
|
|
Joined: May 2022
Posts: 209
Campfire Member
|
Campfire Member
Joined: May 2022
Posts: 209 |
|
|
|
|
Joined: May 2009
Posts: 1,111
Campfire Regular
|
Campfire Regular
Joined: May 2009
Posts: 1,111 |
Frank Glaser,Alaska Wolfman:"with a lung shot on hoofed game the .220 Swift killed quicker than any other gun I ever owned."That included caribou,moose,wolf,and sheep.
|
|
|
|
Joined: Nov 2003
Posts: 1,799
Campfire Regular
|
Campfire Regular
Joined: Nov 2003
Posts: 1,799 |
Great photos! I am a rank amateur but, I need to take my camera out and work on getting some shots.
Its not always easy to do the right thing, But it is always the right thing to do.
|
|
|
|
Joined: Jan 2001
Posts: 29,878 Likes: 3
Campfire Ranger
|
Campfire Ranger
Joined: Jan 2001
Posts: 29,878 Likes: 3 |
Yes. Get it out and hit the shutter. Once in a while one captures a gem.
1Minute
|
|
|
|
Joined: Jan 2024
Posts: 30
Campfire Greenhorn
|
Campfire Greenhorn
Joined: Jan 2024
Posts: 30 |
|
|
|
|
Joined: Nov 2018
Posts: 1,488
Campfire Regular
|
OP
Campfire Regular
Joined: Nov 2018
Posts: 1,488 |
Taken while out on snowshoes in central Washington. Love finding the bighorns.
|
|
|
|
Joined: Sep 2006
Posts: 2,088
Campfire Regular
|
Campfire Regular
Joined: Sep 2006
Posts: 2,088 |
Taken while out on snowshoes in central Washington. Love finding the bighorns. Nice shot! Need to know, what mm lens are you using?
Last edited by DonFischer; 01/21/24.
|
|
|
|
Joined: Sep 2006
Posts: 2,088
Campfire Regular
|
Campfire Regular
Joined: Sep 2006
Posts: 2,088 |
The best chances I've had at mountain sheep I was driving and didn't have a camera ready. Colorado, Arizona, Oregon and Alaska. Best was in Alaska where the Haul Rd cross's over the summit of the Brooks Range going down to the Tundra. Driving a hwy. truck to Prudhoe Bay and no camera with me! Wised up and started carrying a camera in the vehicle and never got those opportunity's again!
|
|
|
|
73 members (808outdoors, 7mm_Loco, 257robertsimp, AKislander, 10gaugemag, 12 invisible),
1,398
guests, and
800
robots. |
Key:
Admin,
Global Mod,
Mod
|
|
Forums81
Topics1,192,118
Posts18,483,496
Members73,966
|
Most Online11,491 Jul 7th, 2023
|
|
|
|