Sunday, December 30, 2012
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Sunday, November 11, 2012
Marmot " A Yellow-bellied marmot
Yellow-bellied marmots generally live in moderately warm, dry habitats at low to mid elevations. They are found in many different habitats, including semi-desert, woodland and forest openings, and the alpine zone. Those that live further south live at higher elevations. For example, in the White Mountains of California they are found only above 2000 m. Moreover, because of absence from valleys, southern populations are isolated from one other, forming isolated populations. It can be inferred that the presence of hoary marmots inhibit the distribution of yellow-bellied marmots in certain high elevation areas, as both occupy subalpine and alpine areas. Yellow-bellied marmots inhabit vegetated fortified slopes or rock outcrops in meadows, which serve as support for the burrows that they reside in, as well as sunning and observation posts. The main entrance of burrow, which they dig themselves, is usually about 0.6 m deep into the ground, and extends about 3.8 to 4.4 m horizontally into the hillside. Many short tunnels branch from main passageway, sometimes connecting to other burrows. Burrows stay relatively stable and thus serve as preferable places to raise young, hibernate, and hide from potential predators.
Sunday, November 4, 2012
Sunday, October 28, 2012
White Pelican." A black and whit of a bird
Sunday, October 21, 2012
Sunday, October 14, 2012
Pink." Pink Cactus flower. By Blind photographer Chelsea Stark
Sunday, October 7, 2012
Simonize " cat. By Blind photographer Chelsea Stark
"Haeley Dogs the best friends weekend" Yosemite National Park. By Blind photographer Chelsea Stark
Via Flickr:
What a great way to spend your weekend. Writing your Harley with your three best friends cruising the Yosemite National Park.
Sunday, September 30, 2012
Worlds fatest bird. By Blind photographer Chelsea Stark
Sunday, September 23, 2012
Sunday, September 16, 2012
Sunday, September 2, 2012
Sunday, August 26, 2012
Sunday, August 19, 2012
Lonesome Bud " A yellow Cactus flower
A yellow Cactus flower.
Sunday, August 12, 2012
Sunday, August 5, 2012
Sunday, July 29, 2012
The dance1. Las Vegas
Las Vegas Eiffel TowerFrom the rivets in its beams to its glass elevators, the Eiffel Tower replica at Paris Las Vegas encompasses the same i.e. ne sais quoi as its French counterpart. Located within the City of Las Vegas
Sunday, July 22, 2012
Golden Gate Bridge.
View from Marina districtBut despite the disbelief, opposition and the Great Depression, Joseph Strauss was able to find sufficient support and financial backing to go ahead with the project.It would take thousands of workers, four years and 35 million dollars to complete the structure. On May 27, 1937 the Golden Gate Bridge was inaugurated by 18.000 people who walked across the bridge. The next day the bridge officially opened to motorized traffic. Today more than 120,000 cars cross the bridge each day.Facts and figuresThe dimensions of the bridge defied all imagination. The total length of the bridge is 8,981ft or 2,737 m. The main span between the two enormous towers is 4,200 ft or 1,280 meters long, making the Golden Gate Bridge the world's largest suspension bridge,
View from Baker Beacha record that would stand until 1964 when the Verrazano-Narrows bridge in New York was completed. The two beautiful Art Deco towers are almost 820ft or 250 meters tall, of which more than 20 meters is below the sea level. The road, six lanes and 90 ft / 27m wide is an amazing 220 ft or 67 meters above the water level. It is supported by enormous cables, anchored in hundreds of bars locked into concrete blocks with a pulling power of 25 million kg. The two cables have a total length of 2,332 meters and a diameter of 90 cm. They are woven from 27,572 threads of steel with a total length that equals three times the earth's circumference.A world famous landmarkView from Lincoln ParkSoon after its completion the Golden Gate Bridge already enjoyed worldwide fame, not only because the bridge was breaking records, but also thanks to the elegant Art Deco design of the two huge towers and the magnificent surroundings near the Pacific Ocean. The eye catching orange-red color of the bridge also helped its popularity. The color was suggested by engineer Irving Morrow, who thought the traditional gray color was too boring.The Golden Gate Bridge has now long lost its record of the longest bridge, but it is still one of the world's most famous structures.Crossing the bridgeEven though there is a sidewalk on the Golden Gate Bridge, it's quite a challenge to cross the bridge. Not only is it almost 3km long, but it is a breathtaking 67 meter (220ft) above sea level. In extreme circumstances the bridge can sway almost 28ft (8 meter). This makes the bridge less sensible to external forces such as strong winds and earthquakes but it can make the crossing rather unpleasant. The views however are amazing.An alternative to
Bridge Towercrossing the bridge on foot is driving by car - but don't forget you'll have to pay toll - or you can take one of the busses that connect San Francisco with Marin County. There is a bus stop right at the start of the bridge.Getting to the bridgeThe Golden Gate Bridge is located at the Presidio Park and can easily be reached by bus or car. The most pleasant way to reach the bridge however is by walking either from the Marina District to the east or from Baker Beach to the west of the bridge. Both routes will lead you through a park, and especially the route along the east is very popular.The best viewsThe Golden Gate Bridge is a spectacular sight which can be seen from many areas around San Francisco. Here are some locations from where you have great views on the bridge:South Vista Point. This is the most popular site, situated at the San Francisco end of the bridge.North Vista Point, located at the Marin County side of the bridge.Land's End. Panoramic View from the northern tip of Lincoln ParkBaker Beach at the Presidio Park.Conzelman Road. At the Marin County side; great view from an inlet near the bridge.The Golden Gate is at its most enchanting in the morning when the bridge is often shrouded in mist. But the bridge is also alluring at night when the lighting makes it seem as if the spires of the towers dissolve in the darkness.93Next: Fisherman's WharfRelated Links:- Golden Gate Bridge Pictures- Golden Gate Bridge PostersSan Francisco Golden Gate Seaplane TourStarting from $170.00 per personMore info...
Sunday, July 15, 2012
Sunday, July 8, 2012
The dance1. Las Vegas
Las Vegas Eiffel TowerFrom the rivets in its beams to its glass elevators, the Eiffel Tower replica at Paris Las Vegas encompasses the same i.e. ne sais quoi as its French counterpart. Located within the City of Las Vegas.
Sunday, July 1, 2012
Sunday, June 24, 2012
Sunday, June 17, 2012
Sunday, June 10, 2012
Sunday, June 3, 2012
Sunday, May 27, 2012
Sunday, May 20, 2012
Marble Canyon" Grand Canyon National Park-ChelseaStarkhttp://www.chelseastarkphotography.com
Marble Canyon" Grand Canyon National Park-ChelseaStark http://www.chelseastarkphotography.com, a photo by chelseastarkphotography.com on Flickr.
Marble Canyon is the section of the Colorado River canyon in northern Arizona from Lee's Ferry to the confluence with the Little Colorado River, which marks the beginning of the Grand Canyon.
Lee's Ferry is a common launching point for river runners starting their journey through the Grand Canyon. Marble Canyon is also well known for the Navajo Bridge, where US Highway 89A crosses the Colorado River.
Marble Canyon marks the western boundary of the Navajo Nation. In 1975, the former Marble Canyon National Monument, which followed the Colorado River northeast from the Grand Canyon to Lee's Ferry, was made part of Grand Canyon National Park.
Sunday, May 13, 2012
Sunday, May 6, 2012
The dance2 Las Vegas
Sunday, April 29, 2012
Sunday, April 22, 2012
Sunday, April 15, 2012
Sunday, April 8, 2012
Sunday, April 1, 2012
Sunday, March 25, 2012
Sunday, March 18, 2012
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Sunday, March 4, 2012
stop to smell the flowers " Yellowstone National Park
A lone elk
A field of wildflowers. A lone elk grazing through a field of wildflowers with sunlight cascading over it's back .
Sunday, February 26, 2012
Majestic" Yellowstone National Park
Sunday, February 19, 2012
Majestic pose " Yellowstone National Park-
Elk were once found across much of North America but they were killed off and driven to take refuge in more remote locations. Today they live primarily in western North America, especially in mountainous landscapes such as Wyoming's National Elk Refuge and Yellowstone National Park. Some eastern U.S. states have reintroduced small elk herds into heavily wooded wilderness areas.
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