Monthly Archives: March 2017

White Pelicans – A big gulp

Posted on 2017/03/22 by birds n' bugs

I stopped by Ollies Pond for about an hour on the 21st.  Like most small bodies of water here in SW Florida the drought had diminished the size and made it easier for fishing birds to get to their dinner.  … Continue reading →

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Say, you guys want some ice cream?

Posted on 2017/03/14 by birds n' bugs

Every now and again you capture a shot that just looks a bit odd.  The guy here on the saddle bronc has just finished a full ride of 8 seconds.  But even with the horse still bucking he looks calm, … Continue reading →

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Pink Shirt, One Barrel, One second

Posted on 2017/03/11 by birds n' bugs

Another few shots from the Arcadia All-Florida Championship Rodeo.  This time it’s a Barrel Racer rounding one of the barrels.  When I shoot action like this I shoot at about 3 frames per second.  That’s pretty slow by some photographers … Continue reading →

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The Rodeo Rider Safety Crew

Posted on 2017/03/11 by birds n' bugs

These guys may dress a little funny and look like clowns but it’s really a serious business that requires all the skill and athleticism or the riders.  Here are a couple of close shots of them in action from the … Continue reading →

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