Landscape 1600 photos from a 16 day Canoe Trip

1600 photos from a 16 day Canoe Trip · 09:13 AM

We got back a few days ago from16 days in the wilderness, canoeing from lake to lake, camping on Islands, rocky points and sandy beaches. The weather was gorgeous, we saw very few people, and we took tons of photos. We are still getting our land-legs and filtering through images trying to put together a trip report. Between the two of us we took around 1600 photos !! I will restrain myself and only post 16 of my favourites --- no real theme, just a mish mash. Thank you for looking

Our campsite on Timberwolf Lake

View from our campsite on White Trout Lake

Old Stump on the back of our Island Campsite On Misty Lake

Loons and Mergansers in the early morning light

Moonshine

A solo paddle to the wetlands

Evening Sunset on Eagle Lake

Another Sunset on White Trout

A couple of abstract-type shots

Algonquin Rock

Sunset Reflection

Critters & Grasses

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**Rondec** · 09-10-2012, 03:17 AM

Beautiful shots, Tess! It sounds like an amazing trip. Times to treasure and remember.

tessfully · 09-10-2012, 03:41 AM

Wow! I am so surprised this thread is still here. I am overwhelmed by so many nice comments

Originally posted by fotogaffer

Beautiful set of photos - thanks for sharing them.

Thanks for having a look fotogaffer! (great handle!!)

Originally posted by newmikey

We just spent the day alone doing a few of the walking trails that are accessible from the main road. Your post made me go back to the images I shot that day - I have such wonderful memories. That whole vacation was awesome as we got to meet some of my wife's cousins whose father immigrated to Canada in the early fifties as many Dutch youngsters did after the war with Indonesia - they just couldn't root anymore in the traditionalist society of the country. Ironic that the Dutch-Canadian community today is one of the most traditionalist ones of Canada.

haha, our good friends are Dutch... very committed to family. I am so glad you told me about your trip to Algonquin Park and that you really enjoyed it... The park is what they call "multi-use" offering trails for hiking, backpacking, horseback riding and then of course canoeing and camping. It is over 7000 square km. of beautiful places inspiring wonderful memories. thanks for sharing some of yours!

Originally posted by markl62

I can just image how many shots were taken and what great adventure. Love the Moonshine pic - looks like the right place at the right time

Thank you Mark! Yes, I was standing on the edge of the woods brushing my teeth looking at the lake and there was no way I could go to bed without trying a shot. It took many attempts and I was surprised one came out. I am happy you liked it!

Originally posted by loco

I'm also jealous!! What an opportunity to get to commune with nature in such a cool way! Your photos give us a good idea of the gorgeous sights you were able to see! What a collection and I can't wait to see more!

Thank you so much Lori. I do feel extremely privileged and full of thanks. Canoeing and portaging is no picnic, but the work is part of what brings you to the joy and beauty. I actually have a few more to post today. I am feeling guilty as I am finding it hard to spend a lot of time on the forum right now... but that will soon change. As always, I so appreciate your comments!

Originally posted by Jimbo

Beautiful images Tess. Looks like you caught some really nice light. Cheers JIM

Hi Jim... yes, morning and evening shots are the best. I am making a couple of mid-day shots work just because I like the subject, but the same warmth is not there. Thank you for having a look and for the nice comment!

Originally posted by EdwardConde

Great job Tess... You will probably need 16 days to go through 1600 photos... That kind of trip sounds fun...Thanks for sharing..

You are very welcome Edward!! Thank you so much for having a look

Originally posted by milesy

love this series.........especially the second last one......just wonderful!!

Thanks Miles! The last one was taken around 7:30 a.m. just as the sun was coming up over the tree line. That kind of light makes the ordinary extraordinary

Originally posted by RoxnDox

You know, Tess, I bet that the Algonquin Rock shot would look absolutely stunning as one of those metal prints... It has the colors and such a nicely captured texture of the stone, I think it'd be gorgeous...

Jim

That is a wonderful idea Jim. I have 3 I really like that would make a cool set. I am going to look into it.

Originally posted by rwfarnell

All of them are beautiful, must of been a great trip.

It was one of the best canoe trips I've been on... thank you for having a look and for the nice comment

Originally posted by rhe

+1 We have been thinking about going on a brief driving trip this fall and you have certainly brought Algonquin Park to the top of our list!

Thanks for sharing your awesome captures.

You are very welcome! Algonquin Park's website has a page dedicated to the changing colours so people can visit around peek time. With the draught this year many of the maples are already changing. Take a route up through Haliburton and Dorset, on to the park and then you could travel back down through Bancroft, bypass Peterborough back to the 401. Out of this world gorgeous hardwood forests and incredible landscapes in that triangle. Feel free to drop in to say hi if you are in the area!

**jac** · 09-10-2012, 09:20 AM

O.K. I now officially hate you and your darned trees, sunsets and other gorgeous work. And your dog, who no doubt put you up to it. You can tell by the body language.

**Fries** · 09-10-2012, 09:37 AM

The processing really brings out the best in the last duck picture. Beautiful blue color backed up with a dreamy green background. It looks like the kind of trip that breaks the pace of everyday live down to a slower and gentler way of living. I bet there was at least one day you forgot what day it was.

tessfully · 09-11-2012, 04:30 AM

Originally posted by jac

O.K. I now officially hate you and your darned trees, sunsets and other gorgeous work. And your dog, who no doubt put you up to it. You can tell by the body language.

The dog made me do it! He is such a good old dog. Thanks for the having a look and commenting jac! I really appreciate it

Originally posted by Fries

The processing really brings out the best in the last duck picture. Beautiful blue color backed up with a dreamy green background. It looks like the kind of trip that breaks the pace of everyday live down to a slower and gentler way of living. I bet there was at least one day you forgot what day it was.

We never knew what day it was... funny you should say that. It was a great trip. I've been tripping for 25 years and have had many wonderful trips, but getting older has slowed me down and I enjoy the journey even more now. Thanks for the nice comments Fries! I really love that shot of the mergansers as well.... I wish I could get a photo that shows each little feather detail, but need a better lens. I used the Sigma 70 - 300 macro, which is an older lens. It is great closer up on large animals like moose, but by 200 on small subjects the detail is compromised, so the water and reflections are a major part of that photo. thanks again!

**dcmsox2004** · 09-11-2012, 04:33 AM

absolutely beautiful captures ..... gorgeous country there, your captures are the next best thing to being there...
thanks for sharing ! dave m

tessfully · 09-15-2012, 06:05 AM

Originally posted by dcmsox2004

absolutely beautiful captures ..... gorgeous country there, your captures are the next best thing to being there...
thanks for sharing ! dave m

Thank you so much for having a look and for the great comments Dave!

Marcus Kauffman · 09-16-2012, 07:56 AM

Hey Tess--Beautiful series! I love the depth and clarity in your shots. The are all so lovingly composed and perfectly executed. Some of my favs were the mergansers gliding uniformly across the lake, view from campsite at White Trout Lake, and sunset reflection.

It is a wonderful thing to have the time to take such a trip and to indulge so deeply in photography. Thanks for sharing these lovely images.

Marcus

**rayallen** · 09-17-2012, 03:38 AM

What a wonderful set of images, Tess. Very enjoyable viewing. You made me feel like I was there and I thank you for that. 16 down, 1584 to go.

tessfully · 09-17-2012, 05:49 AM

Originally posted by Marcus Kauffman

Hey Tess--Beautiful series! I love the depth and clarity in your shots. The are all so lovingly composed and perfectly executed. Some of my favs were the mergansers gliding uniformly across the lake, view from campsite at White Trout Lake, and sunset reflection.

It is a wonderful thing to have the time to take such a trip and to indulge so deeply in photography. Thanks for sharing these lovely images.

Marcus

Marcus, thank you for such a warm response to my shots. I am moved deeply by your kind words.

Originally posted by rayallen

What a wonderful set of images, Tess. Very enjoyable viewing. You made me feel like I was there and I thank you for that. 16 down, 1584 to go.

Thank you Ray. It was a special trip. I think some of that specialness must shown up in these photos. I appreciate your comments very much.

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Rondec Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Gladys, Virginia Photos: Gallery Posts: 27,663	Beautiful shots, Tess! It sounds like an amazing trip. Times to treasure and remember.

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tessfully Veteran Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: S. Algonquin, Ontario Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 5,860 Original Poster	Wow! I am so surprised this thread is still here. I am overwhelmed by so many nice comments Originally posted by fotogaffer Beautiful set of photos - thanks for sharing them. Thanks for having a look fotogaffer! (great handle!!) Originally posted by newmikey We just spent the day alone doing a few of the walking trails that are accessible from the main road. Your post made me go back to the images I shot that day - I have such wonderful memories. That whole vacation was awesome as we got to meet some of my wife's cousins whose father immigrated to Canada in the early fifties as many Dutch youngsters did after the war with Indonesia - they just couldn't root anymore in the traditionalist society of the country. Ironic that the Dutch-Canadian community today is one of the most traditionalist ones of Canada. haha, our good friends are Dutch... very committed to family. I am so glad you told me about your trip to Algonquin Park and that you really enjoyed it... The park is what they call "multi-use" offering trails for hiking, backpacking, horseback riding and then of course canoeing and camping. It is over 7000 square km. of beautiful places inspiring wonderful memories. thanks for sharing some of yours! Originally posted by markl62 I can just image how many shots were taken and what great adventure. Love the Moonshine pic - looks like the right place at the right time Thank you Mark! Yes, I was standing on the edge of the woods brushing my teeth looking at the lake and there was no way I could go to bed without trying a shot. It took many attempts and I was surprised one came out. I am happy you liked it! Originally posted by loco I'm also jealous!! What an opportunity to get to commune with nature in such a cool way! Your photos give us a good idea of the gorgeous sights you were able to see! What a collection and I can't wait to see more! Thank you so much Lori. I do feel extremely privileged and full of thanks. Canoeing and portaging is no picnic, but the work is part of what brings you to the joy and beauty. I actually have a few more to post today. I am feeling guilty as I am finding it hard to spend a lot of time on the forum right now... but that will soon change. As always, I so appreciate your comments! Originally posted by Jimbo Beautiful images Tess. Looks like you caught some really nice light. Cheers JIM Hi Jim... yes, morning and evening shots are the best. I am making a couple of mid-day shots work just because I like the subject, but the same warmth is not there. Thank you for having a look and for the nice comment! Originally posted by EdwardConde Great job Tess... You will probably need 16 days to go through 1600 photos... That kind of trip sounds fun...Thanks for sharing.. You are very welcome Edward!! Thank you so much for having a look Originally posted by milesy love this series.........especially the second last one......just wonderful!! Thanks Miles! The last one was taken around 7:30 a.m. just as the sun was coming up over the tree line. That kind of light makes the ordinary extraordinary Originally posted by RoxnDox You know, Tess, I bet that the Algonquin Rock shot would look absolutely stunning as one of those metal prints... It has the colors and such a nicely captured texture of the stone, I think it'd be gorgeous... Jim That is a wonderful idea Jim. I have 3 I really like that would make a cool set. I am going to look into it. Originally posted by rwfarnell All of them are beautiful, must of been a great trip. It was one of the best canoe trips I've been on... thank you for having a look and for the nice comment Originally posted by rhe +1 We have been thinking about going on a brief driving trip this fall and you have certainly brought Algonquin Park to the top of our list! Thanks for sharing your awesome captures. You are very welcome! Algonquin Park's website has a page dedicated to the changing colours so people can visit around peek time. With the draught this year many of the maples are already changing. Take a route up through Haliburton and Dorset, on to the park and then you could travel back down through Bancroft, bypass Peterborough back to the 401. Out of this world gorgeous hardwood forests and incredible landscapes in that triangle. Feel free to drop in to say hi if you are in the area!

09-10-2012, 09:20 AM	#33
jac Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Clyde River, Nunavut, Canada Posts: 2,364	O.K. I now officially hate you and your darned trees, sunsets and other gorgeous work. And your dog, who no doubt put you up to it. You can tell by the body language.

09-10-2012, 09:37 AM	#34
Fries Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Gauw Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 2,582	The processing really brings out the best in the last duck picture. Beautiful blue color backed up with a dreamy green background. It looks like the kind of trip that breaks the pace of everyday live down to a slower and gentler way of living. I bet there was at least one day you forgot what day it was.

09-11-2012, 04:30 AM	#35
tessfully Veteran Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: S. Algonquin, Ontario Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 5,860 Original Poster	Originally posted by jac O.K. I now officially hate you and your darned trees, sunsets and other gorgeous work. And your dog, who no doubt put you up to it. You can tell by the body language. The dog made me do it! He is such a good old dog. Thanks for the having a look and commenting jac! I really appreciate it Originally posted by Fries The processing really brings out the best in the last duck picture. Beautiful blue color backed up with a dreamy green background. It looks like the kind of trip that breaks the pace of everyday live down to a slower and gentler way of living. I bet there was at least one day you forgot what day it was. We never knew what day it was... funny you should say that. It was a great trip. I've been tripping for 25 years and have had many wonderful trips, but getting older has slowed me down and I enjoy the journey even more now. Thanks for the nice comments Fries! I really love that shot of the mergansers as well.... I wish I could get a photo that shows each little feather detail, but need a better lens. I used the Sigma 70 - 300 macro, which is an older lens. It is great closer up on large animals like moose, but by 200 on small subjects the detail is compromised, so the water and reflections are a major part of that photo. thanks again!

09-15-2012, 06:05 AM	#37
tessfully Veteran Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: S. Algonquin, Ontario Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 5,860 Original Poster	Originally posted by dcmsox2004 absolutely beautiful captures ..... gorgeous country there, your captures are the next best thing to being there... thanks for sharing ! dave m Thank you so much for having a look and for the great comments Dave!

09-16-2012, 07:56 AM	#38
Marcus Kauffman Veteran Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: United States Photos: Gallery Posts: 353	Hey Tess--Beautiful series! I love the depth and clarity in your shots. The are all so lovingly composed and perfectly executed. Some of my favs were the mergansers gliding uniformly across the lake, view from campsite at White Trout Lake, and sunset reflection. It is a wonderful thing to have the time to take such a trip and to indulge so deeply in photography. Thanks for sharing these lovely images. Marcus

09-17-2012, 03:38 AM	#39
rayallen Site Supporter Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Forresters Beach, NSW, Australia. Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 3,014	What a wonderful set of images, Tess. Very enjoyable viewing. You made me feel like I was there and I thank you for that. 16 down, 1584 to go.

09-17-2012, 05:49 AM	#40
tessfully Veteran Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: S. Algonquin, Ontario Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 5,860 Original Poster	Originally posted by Marcus Kauffman Hey Tess--Beautiful series! I love the depth and clarity in your shots. The are all so lovingly composed and perfectly executed. Some of my favs were the mergansers gliding uniformly across the lake, view from campsite at White Trout Lake, and sunset reflection. It is a wonderful thing to have the time to take such a trip and to indulge so deeply in photography. Thanks for sharing these lovely images. Marcus Marcus, thank you for such a warm response to my shots. I am moved deeply by your kind words. Originally posted by rayallen What a wonderful set of images, Tess. Very enjoyable viewing. You made me feel like I was there and I thank you for that. 16 down, 1584 to go. Thank you Ray. It was a special trip. I think some of that specialness must shown up in these photos. I appreciate your comments very much.