Category Archives: 2019

POWWW’s 2019 Dragonfly Walk with Chris Ryerson

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We had a great Dragonfly Walk at Jonathan’s Woods this morning led by Chris Ryerson.
Participants got to observe dragonflies and damselflies at close range and Chris gave us great insight into the lifecycles of these interesting carnivores. Thank you to our walk leaders and attendees.

POWWW‘s next free nature program is the Edible Mushroom Walk in August – https://www.facebook.com/events/2165155403552884/

 

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Vines and Doorway

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Vines and Doorway
 
Hackettstown, New Jersey
 
I could count on one hand all of the doors I’ve photographed (excluding realtor work). This shot couldn’t be passed up.
 
Canon 5Dsr + Tamron SP 15-30mm VC

Fourth of July paddle on the Rockaway River

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Fourth of July paddle on the Rockaway River
 
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Nice scenery and camaraderie.
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Many crayfish lurking on the river bottom, saw 1 Green Heron, several Great Blue Herons, Painted Turtles, and many dragonflies.
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We even wrapped up the afternoon with ice cream at Denville Dog after a hot day in the sun. 🍦
All images taken with my kayaking photography rig: Tamron 18-400mm VC zoom lens + Canon SL2 DSLR.

Stone House Ruins

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Stone House Ruins
 
Hackettstown, New Jersey
 
Spruce trees and ivy added to the drama of a structure from a different era.
 
Canon 5Dsr + Tamron SP 15-30mm

Incoming Storm over Old Farm

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Incoming Storm over Old Farm
 
Hackettstown, New Jersey
 
It was clear no other person had walked around this property recently as there was scarcely a deer path to navigate the overgrowth.
 
Canon 5Dsr + Tamron SP 15-30mm VC

Stone House and View of Silo

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Stone House and View of Silo
 
Hackettstown, New Jersey
 
This old farm property was very overgrown and difficult to see from the main road. Interestingly, this is actually state-owned open space now.
 
Canon 5Dsr + Tamron SP 15-30mm lens

Peggy Gray Bridge and Pond Reflections

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Peggy Gray Bridge and Pond Reflections
 
 
Taken following an afternoon rain, the clearing clouds set the mood on this scene.
 
Tamron SP 15-30mm lens + Canon 5Dsr

Kayaking Potash Lake

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Kayaking around Potash Lake and Ramapo River in Oakland NJ
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It was all fun and games until a large dark cloud came overhead and the wind picked up.
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All photos taken with my typical kayaking setup which is the Tamron 18-400mm VC lens + Canon SL2.  A pretty versatile tool and portable enough for me to fit inside my dry bag.

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A visual journey through the natural resources of all 21 counties of the Garden State.

Landscapes of New Jersey
by Dave Blinder

Artist’s Reception
July 14th 2019, Sunday 2-4PM
Oxford Municipal Building
11 Green St Oxford NJ

Hosted by WCArts – Warren County Arts Corporation

Refreshments will be served! Hope to see you in Oxford on Sunday July 14th.

I will talk more about the purpose of the project and background information on the natural areas showcased in the exhibit.

Northern Grey Treefrog in habitat

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Northern Grey Treefrog in habitat
 
Jenny Jump State Forest, Warren County NJ
 
Treefrogs are usually difficult to find if you are looking for them. Finding this frog was purely accidental and my purpose of the photograph was to show the frog’s habitat.
 
 
More info on the Gray Treefrog – https://nhpbs.org/natureworks/graytreefrog.htm
 
Canon 5Dsr + Tamron SP 15-30mm