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Fringed Pinesap or Vancouver Groundcone at Honeyman State Park! (+7 insets)


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Photography is a Boon For Discovery and Learning!
One of the things I most adore about photography is the opportunity to learn, first-hand, about everything I find. It's one thing to take a picture--anyone can do that. But, do you take the time to learn more about the subjects/theme/history etc. that you photograph? For me, an image by itself does not suffice, especially if I'm unfamiliar with what's in the image. In fact, to pay it justice, learning whatever I can is almost a requirement to me. And, because of my photography and thirst for knowledge, I've learned so much about the world around me. It's no wonder that the one thing that Steve and I don't like about our RV trips is the spotty connection to the internet. Both of us need to be able to tap into the world's largest research library! Until I'm able to understand what I've photographed, I am unhappy and totally unsatisfied. Do you feel like that too?
Today's Picture
My marvelous daily hike was one I relished! From our campsite, I walked through Honeyman campground, past Cleawox Lake and alongside Woahink Lake and then around the magical forest loop and back again. Alongside Woahink Lake, I discovered marvelous surprises to photograph, but when I found this, I just about fell over! I noticed a pair of yellow spikes jutting out of the ground just next to the trail--one could have stepped on them in fact!--and I could hardly believe my eyes! What a WEIRD plant!! I thought until just this morning that I was looking at a very rare yellow version of Groundcone called Vancouver Groundcone. But I've just learned that this may be Fringed Pinesap too. Honestly I cannot say which it could be, but there is no debating its unusual beauty! I will be submitting my pictures to a group who will be able to tell me for sure if I've photographed a groundcone or a pinesap!
Today's Insets
Inset #1: I was delighted to see the beautiful groups of California Groundcone along the Woahink Lake portion of my daily walk. They were in such perfect condition and perfectly placed for easy photography!
Inset #2: Steve and I learned how to take vertical panoramas with our phone cameras and we just love the way they look. This is part of the trail I walked every morning, dappled shadows and all!
Inset #3: Along the lovely forest loop is a huge area under the pine trees which are covered with moss. This group of birdnest fungus was growing in enormous groups all over! What a rare and delightful surprise!
Inset #4 The trail along Woahink Lake goes past a tiny island that I cherished looking at every time I walked by. I love all the trees and plants on it--what a special treasure!
Inset #5 & #6: One day I spotted a garter snake who was relaxing on the moss under the pine trees along the forest loop. It allowed me to slowly approach and take all of the pictures I wanted before I quietly retreated and moved on. I was overjoyed at this opportunity!
Inset #7: This is another wonderful picture of the sand dunes that are so close to our campground and encompass one side of Cleawox Lake. Magnificent!
Thank You So Much!
Your visits, comments and stars really make my day and I appreciate this so much, especially since I've not been able to return the favor. Thank you for stopping by! Please take care of yourselves and have a wonderful rest of your week!
Explored on 1/19/22; highest placement #3.
Photography is a Boon For Discovery and Learning!
One of the things I most adore about photography is the opportunity to learn, first-hand, about everything I find. It's one thing to take a picture--anyone can do that. But, do you take the time to learn more about the subjects/theme/history etc. that you photograph? For me, an image by itself does not suffice, especially if I'm unfamiliar with what's in the image. In fact, to pay it justice, learning whatever I can is almost a requirement to me. And, because of my photography and thirst for knowledge, I've learned so much about the world around me. It's no wonder that the one thing that Steve and I don't like about our RV trips is the spotty connection to the internet. Both of us need to be able to tap into the world's largest research library! Until I'm able to understand what I've photographed, I am unhappy and totally unsatisfied. Do you feel like that too?
Today's Picture
My marvelous daily hike was one I relished! From our campsite, I walked through Honeyman campground, past Cleawox Lake and alongside Woahink Lake and then around the magical forest loop and back again. Alongside Woahink Lake, I discovered marvelous surprises to photograph, but when I found this, I just about fell over! I noticed a pair of yellow spikes jutting out of the ground just next to the trail--one could have stepped on them in fact!--and I could hardly believe my eyes! What a WEIRD plant!! I thought until just this morning that I was looking at a very rare yellow version of Groundcone called Vancouver Groundcone. But I've just learned that this may be Fringed Pinesap too. Honestly I cannot say which it could be, but there is no debating its unusual beauty! I will be submitting my pictures to a group who will be able to tell me for sure if I've photographed a groundcone or a pinesap!
Today's Insets
Inset #1: I was delighted to see the beautiful groups of California Groundcone along the Woahink Lake portion of my daily walk. They were in such perfect condition and perfectly placed for easy photography!
Inset #2: Steve and I learned how to take vertical panoramas with our phone cameras and we just love the way they look. This is part of the trail I walked every morning, dappled shadows and all!
Inset #3: Along the lovely forest loop is a huge area under the pine trees which are covered with moss. This group of birdnest fungus was growing in enormous groups all over! What a rare and delightful surprise!
Inset #4 The trail along Woahink Lake goes past a tiny island that I cherished looking at every time I walked by. I love all the trees and plants on it--what a special treasure!
Inset #5 & #6: One day I spotted a garter snake who was relaxing on the moss under the pine trees along the forest loop. It allowed me to slowly approach and take all of the pictures I wanted before I quietly retreated and moved on. I was overjoyed at this opportunity!
Inset #7: This is another wonderful picture of the sand dunes that are so close to our campground and encompass one side of Cleawox Lake. Magnificent!
Thank You So Much!
Your visits, comments and stars really make my day and I appreciate this so much, especially since I've not been able to return the favor. Thank you for stopping by! Please take care of yourselves and have a wonderful rest of your week!
Explored on 1/19/22; highest placement #3.
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Schon erstaunlich, wie abhängig man vom Internet geworden ist, vor 40 Jahren hatte ich noch nicht mal einen Telefonanschluss :-)
.........wünsche noch einen schönen Abend,ganz liebe Grüße Güni:))
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Here I'm fascinated on the one hand by another gorgeous landscape,
on the other hand by the macros, and today most of all by the shots of the garter snake.
A great series, Janet!
Wish you, Steve and Pumpkin a wonderful rest of the week, too.
All the PiPs are remarkable. I love the shot of the California Groundcone..........and am pleased to hear you didn't have to get down and dirty to get it (although it would still have been worth it)!
The birds nest fungus is amazing...........such fantastic little structures. I'm pretty sure we have these in the UK, but I've never seen any. Beautifully captured.
A special mention to the photos of the Garter snake...........what gorgeous looking creatures! Once again, your depth of field and focus are spot on! The colours are superb.
A smashing series Janet...........and a lovely narrative as always!
Bonne fin de semaine.
As for the snake - you were very brave. Did you realise what species of snake it was before you got that close? It was a beautiful snake indeed. As for that sand dune - how gorgeous is that.
I love reading your blogs - they are so informative and fun at the same time. Don't worry about not having time to come onto our blogs sweetie - once you and Steve are on the road again - you'll have time. Take care and stay safe. x
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