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On the Forest Floor

© Michelle Alton

On the Forest Floor

Uploaded: May 07, 2014 | Entered: May 07, 2014 03:09:00

Description

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A carpet of Wood Poppies dress up the debris-strewn forest floor at Bowman's Hill Wildflower Preserve on May 5, 2014.
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The Preserve has been horribly ravished by the spate of damaging storms that have hit our area over the past few years. There are hundreds of downed and uprooted trees that have been waiting in line to be removed from the premises. This week there is a constant loud buzz of chain saws, and the pathways are covered with piles of small branches and twigs. A GOOD sign.
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A persistent problem with deer may have a noticeable effect on blooms. Hurricane Sandy badly damaged the ten-foot deer fence that surrounds the park. Since it has been breached, deer are roaming freely, trampling flowers and having their fill of the tasty flora. As of now, the gates have been left open. One wonders how the problem will EVER be resolved.

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Exif: F Number: 8, Exposure Bias Value: 0.00, ExposureTime: 1/1000 seconds, Flash: did not fire, compulsory flash mode, ISO: 400, White balance: Auto white balance, FocalLength: 50.00 mm, Model: Canon EOS 5D Mark II

Comments

Tammy M. Anderson level-deluxe May 07, 2014

Beautiful comp. and capture. I love scenes like this but they never do well with BP. Good luck with yours. #1572311

Monnie Ryan May 07, 2014

I like them too - outstanding in my opinion!! #11040734

Renata Gusciora May 07, 2014

What a great nature shot with fantastic light and processing, Michelle! Great story behind too!I agree with Douglas on Mother Nature's power!:-) #11041086

David Phalen May 07, 2014

Excellent "in the woods" capture with outstanding light, colors and clarity!!


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Robert K. Bemus level-classic May 08, 2014

Wonderful find and comp, Michelle! #11041234

Patrick Rouzes level-classic May 08, 2014

Beautiful greens, tones, comp & capture, Michelle. Hope they can fix the problem.
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Neal D. Hatcher May 08, 2014

BEAUTIFUL #11041477

Carol L. Fowler May 08, 2014

Beautiful! Your story reminds me of this area with the downed trees. We often have wildfires and windblown downed tree so it is difficult to hike in many areas. Summer college students with saws and chainsaws are hired to clear the paths. #11041565

Jeffrey R. Bange May 08, 2014

Beautiful capture and composition Michelle, only time will tell what Mother Nature has in store for you and the preserve. #11041633

Marijana Fajgl May 09, 2014

Well seen and captured, Michelle, love it. #11042076

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