POTW 8/7/2016

<p>Hi All,<br>

Lovely Sunday here. More from the trip north.<br>

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Western Grebe with Chicks, Quill Lakes, Saskatchwan. 150-450 K5iis.<br>

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Chestnut Sided Warbler, Riding Mountain National Park, Manitoba, Pentax 600mm f5.6 A.<br>

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Sunset flower field, Riding Mountain National Park, Manitoba.</p>

<p>It's been a busy few days for me. My wife and I celebrated our 21st wedding anniversary on Friday with a hike like we often do. This time it was very rainy but we had fun anyway and followed it up with some good food and drink. <br>

K-S2 & DA* 16-50 (timer shot on mini tripod set on a stump)<br>

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Saturday I shot a wedding with my wife as the second shooter. She did pretty well but is still getting the hang of the more technical aspects of photography. She's not sure if she wants to ever shoot a wedding again! Lol, I'm never sure either. It's stressful and not easy!<br>

645D & FA 80-160<br>

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Yesterday I went on a mountain bike ride to unwind with no intent to shoot but had a camera in my pack as usual. I came upon a motorcycle trials competition and had to stop and hang out for about an hour to marvel at the lines these guys can ride. Of course the camera found its way into my hand and I ended up shooting a hundred or so photos. I just can't help myself! :)<br>

K-S2 & FA 77<br>

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