Squaw Creek NWR

[MN Shutterbug]

Went a bit too early in the year and numbers weren't what I was expecting, especially according to their HSOforum. They probably fudge the numbers to get people there to buy from their gift shop. Also, the wind was gusting 40 mph plus, which probably kept the wildlife hidden. I was a bit disappointed but still had a good time. My brother lives 3 hours south of there so he met me there for a day.

The only reason I took this shot is because I've never got a photo of 2 right next to each other. I needed the 1.4X on the 100-400 and then I had to manual focus. I did use a tripod but with the strong winds I had to hang onto the tripod so it wouldn't move. I just wish a person had a bit more freedom in places like this. If it was allowable, I could have closed the distance a little to get a sharper shot but it is what it is.

[Dbl]

Had to google where this was At least you got to enjoy warmer weather I hope!

[Canon Guy]

Nice series!

[Cyberfish]

Dang, looks like you got pretty close to me, everytime I try, they bail on me, especially the cranes lol

[MN Shutterbug]

Thanks Canon Guy.

Cyberfish, here is the original of the long distance one. Note, this was with the 100-400 and 1.4 converter which gives a focal length of 560mm or almost 900mm if you figigure in the crop factor of the lens.