I spent a quick trip in New Mexico over winter break. Bosque del Apache National Wildlife Refuge is a great place to visit in the winter since so many birds spend the cold months there. I also explored some nearby refuges including the Bernardo refuge and Valle de Oro near Albuquerque. All of these were good places for wildlife photography. Bosque features sand hill cranes and thousands of waterfowl, including snow geese and several species of ducks. I witnessed a beautiful mass take off of snow geese the morning I arrived. I also saw several thousand pintail ducks. I even spotted a javelina but it darted into the bushes as soon as I stopped. I only had a 300 mm 2.8 lens with me on the trip so I focused mainly on photographing clumps of birds rather than individual birds. Next time I’ll bring a 600mm lens with me.
Bernardo Wildlife Area
The Bernardo wildlife area contains feeding grounds for sandhill cranes. It is located just north of Bosque. Take the exit for Highway 60 and head east. Take the first left and then head north on the frontage road. Shortly, the road brings you to the access to the Bernardo. There were several hundred cranes clumped together in the fields. There are a couple of elevate viewing decks to explore while you are there.
Valle de Oro NWF
Lastly, I stopped at a brand new wildlife refuge, Valle de Oro. It is located about 5 miles south of the airport in Albuquerque. The refuge is small. It has a couple of roads through feeding fields and you can also walk a short trail along the Rio Grande. I did;t see much while I was there until four coyotes ran across the road. They quickly disappeared but I managed to snap a couple of pictures before they ran off.
I photographed the 2017 4A and 5A high school football finals at Mile High Stadium on Saturday. Pomona defeated Eaglecrest 56-49 in the highest scoring 5A final in state history and Pueblo South won its first championship, defeating Pine Creek 25-14.
December 2, 2017: Pomona defeated Eaglecrest 56-49 in the CHSAA 5A football final at Mile High Stadium in Denver. It was the highest scoring 5A final in state
December 2, 2017: Pomona defeated Eaglecrest 56-49 in the CHSAA 5A football final at Mile High Stadium in Denver. It was the highest scoring 5A final in state
December 2, 2017: Pomona defeated Eaglecrest 56-49 in the CHSAA 5A football final at Mile High Stadium in Denver. It was the highest scoring 5A final in state
December 2, 2017: Pomona defeated Eaglecrest 56-49 in the CHSAA 5A football final at Mile High Stadium in Denver. It was the highest scoring 5A final in state
December 2, 2017: Pomona defeated Eaglecrest 56-49 in the CHSAA 5A football final at Mile High Stadium in Denver. It was the highest scoring 5A final in state
December 2, 2017: Pomona defeated Eaglecrest 56-49 in the CHSAA 5A football final at Mile High Stadium in Denver. It was the highest scoring 5A final in state
December 2, 2017: Pomona defeated Eaglecrest 56-49 in the CHSAA 5A football final at Mile High Stadium in Denver. It was the highest scoring 5A final in state
December 2, 2017: Pomona defeated Eaglecrest 56-49 in the CHSAA 5A football final at Mile High Stadium in Denver. It was the highest scoring 5A final in state
December 2, 2017: Pomona defeated Eaglecrest 56-49 in the CHSAA 5A football final at Mile High Stadium in Denver. It was the highest scoring 5A final in state
December 2, 2017: Pomona defeated Eaglecrest 56-49 in the CHSAA 5A football final at Mile High Stadium in Denver. It was the highest scoring 5A final in state
December 2, 2017: Pomona defeated Eaglecrest 56-49 in the CHSAA 5A football final at Mile High Stadium in Denver. It was the highest scoring 5A final in state
December 2, 2017: Pomona defeated Eaglecrest 56-49 in the CHSAA 5A football final at Mile High Stadium in Denver. It was the highest scoring 5A final in state history.
December 2, 2017: Pomona defeated Eaglecrest 56-49 in the CHSAA 5A football final at Mile High Stadium in Denver. It was the highest scoring 5A final in state
December 2, 2017: Pomona defeated Eaglecrest 56-49 in the CHSAA 5A football final at Mile High Stadium in Denver. It was the highest scoring 5A final in state
December 2, 2017: Pomona defeated Eaglecrest 56-49 in the CHSAA 5A football final at Mile High Stadium in Denver. It was the highest scoring 5A final in state
December 2, 2017: Pomona defeated Eaglecrest 56-49 in the CHSAA 5A football final at Mile High Stadium in Denver. It was the highest scoring 5A final in state December 2, 2017: Pomona defeated Eaglecrest 56-49 in the CHSAA 5A football final at Mile High Stadium in Denver. It was the highest scoring 5A final in state
December 2, 2017: Pomona defeated Eaglecrest 56-49 in the CHSAA 5A football final at Mile High Stadium in Denver. It was the highest scoring 5A final in state
December 2, 2017: Pomona defeated Eaglecrest 56-49 in the CHSAA 5A football final at Mile High Stadium in Denver. It was the highest scoring 5A final in state
December 2, 2017: Pomona defeated Eaglecrest 56-49 in the CHSAA 5A football final at Mile High Stadium in Denver. It was the highest scoring 5A final in state
December 2, 2017: Pomona defeated Eaglecrest 56-49 in the CHSAA 5A football final at Mile High Stadium in Denver. It was the highest scoring 5A final in state
December 2, 2017: Pomona defeated Eaglecrest 56-49 in the CHSAA 5A football final at Mile High Stadium in Denver. It was the highest scoring 5A final in state
December 2, 2017: Pomona defeated Eaglecrest 56-49 in the CHSAA 5A football final at Mile High Stadium in Denver. It was the highest scoring 5A final in state
December 2, 2017: Pomona defeated Eaglecrest 56-49 in the CHSAA 5A football final at Mile High Stadium in Denver. It was the highest scoring 5A final in state
Longmont took on Erie in one of the 3A high school football semifinals Saturday. The Erie Tigers rolled behind a strong ground game and stingy defense, 31-14.
November 25, 2017: Erie defeated Longmont in the CHSAA 3A football seminfinals in Erie, CO.
November 25, 2017: Erie defeated Longmont in the CHSAA 3A football seminfinals in Erie, CO.
November 25, 2017: Erie defeated Longmont in the CHSAA 3A football seminfinals in Erie, CO.
November 25, 2017: Erie defeated Longmont in the CHSAA 3A football seminfinals in Erie, CO.
November 25, 2017: Erie defeated Longmont in the CHSAA 3A football seminfinals in Erie, CO.
November 25, 2017: Erie defeated Longmont in the CHSAA 3A football seminfinals in Erie, CO.
November 25, 2017: Erie defeated Longmont in the CHSAA 3A football seminfinals in Erie, CO.
November 25, 2017: Erie defeated Longmont in the CHSAA 3A football seminfinals in Erie, CO.
November 25, 2017: Erie defeated Longmont in the CHSAA 3A football seminfinals in Erie, CO.
November 25, 2017: Erie defeated Longmont in the CHSAA 3A football seminfinals in Erie, CO.
November 25, 2017: Erie defeated Longmont in the CHSAA 3A football seminfinals in Erie, CO.
November 25, 2017: Erie defeated Longmont in the CHSAA 3A football seminfinals in Erie, CO.
November 25, 2017: Erie defeated Longmont in the CHSAA 3A football seminfinals in Erie, CO.
November 25, 2017: Erie defeated Longmont in the CHSAA 3A football seminfinals in Erie, CO.
November 25, 2017: Erie defeated Longmont in the CHSAA 3A football seminfinals in Erie, CO.
November 25, 2017: Erie defeated Longmont in the CHSAA 3A football seminfinals in Erie, CO.
November 25, 2017: Erie defeated Longmont in the CHSAA 3A football seminfinals in Erie, CO.
November 25, 2017: Erie defeated Longmont in the CHSAA 3A football seminfinals in Erie, CO.
November 25, 2017: Erie defeated Longmont in the CHSAA 3A football seminfinals in Erie, CO.
November 25, 2017: Erie defeated Longmont in the CHSAA 3A football seminfinals in Erie, CO.
November 25, 2017: Erie defeated Longmont in the CHSAA 3A football seminfinals in Erie, CO.
November 25, 2017: Erie defeated Longmont in the CHSAA 3A football seminfinals in Erie, CO.
November 25, 2017: Erie defeated Longmont in the CHSAA 3A football seminfinals in Erie, CO.
November 25, 2017: Erie defeated Longmont in the CHSAA 3A football seminfinals in Erie, CO.
November 25, 2017: Erie defeated Longmont in the CHSAA 3A football seminfinals in Erie, CO.
November 25, 2017: Erie defeated Longmont in the CHSAA 3A football seminfinals in Erie, CO.
November 25, 2017: Erie defeated Longmont in the CHSAA 3A football seminfinals in Erie, CO.
November 25, 2017: Erie defeated Longmont in the CHSAA 3A football seminfinals in Erie, CO.
November 25, 2017: Erie defeated Longmont in the CHSAA 3A football seminfinals in Erie, CO.
The Broomfield Eagles pulled their second straight upset defeating #1 seed Loveland 28-27 in the first overtime of Saturday’s quarterfinal matchup in high school football. Despite 3 costly fumbles, Broomfield hung on for the win as Loveland missed an extra point in overtime.
November 18, 2017: Th eLoveland football team runs on the field before its quarterfinal playoff game in Broomfield. Broomfield defeated Loveland 28-27 on a missed extra point in the first overtime.
November 18, 2017: Broomfield defeated Loveland 28-27 on a missed extra point in the first overtime.
November 18, 2017: Broomfield defeated Loveland 28-27 on a missed extra point in the first overtime.
November 18, 2017: Broomfield defeated Loveland 28-27 on a missed extra point in the first overtime.
November 18, 2017: Broomfield defeated Loveland 28-27 on a missed extra point in the first overtime. Broomfield’s Steve Croell attempts a pass in the first half.
November 18, 2017: The Loveland QB lofts a long pass against Broomfield in Saturday’s 4A quarterfinal. The pass was complete for a long gain but Broomfield defeated Loveland 28-27 .
November 18, 2017: A Loveland wideout hauls in a long pass against Broomfield in Saturday’s 4A quarterfinal. The pass was complete for a long gain but Broomfield defeated Loveland 28-27 .
November 18, 2017: A Loveland wideout hauls in a touchdown pass over the outstretched arms of a Broomfield defender in Saturday’s 4A quarterfinal. Broomfield defeated Loveland 28-27 .
November 18, 2017: A Loveland wideout and a teammate celebrate his touchdown catch against Broomfield in Saturday’s 4A quarterfinal. Broomfield defeated Loveland 28-27 .
November 18, 2017: A Broomfield runner fumbles against Loveland in the first half. Loveland recovered the ball but officials fuled him out of bounds. Broomfield defeated Loveland 28-27 on a missed extra point in the first overtime of Saturday’s 4A quarterfinal.
November 18, 2017: Loveland cheerleaders urge the fans to make noise against Broomfield in Saturday’s 4A quarterfinal. Broomfield defeated Loveland 28-27 .
November 18, 2017: A Broomfield runner hurdles a defender looking for extra yardage against Loveland in the first half. Broomfield defeated Loveland 28-27 on a missed extra point in the first overtime of Saturday’s 4A quarterfinal.
November 18, 2017: A Broomfield runner looks for extra yardage against Loveland in the first half. Broomfield defeated Loveland 28-27 on a missed extra point in the first overtime of Saturday’s 4A quarterfinal.
November 18, 2017: Broomfield and Loveland linemen battle it out during athe first half. Broomfield won 28-27 on a missed extra point in the first overtime of Saturday’s 4A quarterfinal.
November 18, 2017: Broomfield QB Steve Croell avoids a Loveland defender in the first half. Broomfield defeated Loveland 28-27 on a missed extra point in the first overtime of Saturday’s 4A quarterfinal.
November 18, 2017: Broomfield QB Steve Croell launches a deep pass against Loveland in the first half. Broomfield defeated Loveland 28-27 on a missed extra point in the first overtime of Saturday’s 4A quarterfinal.
November 18, 2017: A Broomfield runner is frustrated at a missed opportunity in the fourth quarter of Saturday’s 4A quarterfinal. Broomfield hung on to defeat Loveland 28-27.
November 18, 2017: A Broomfield runner fumbles on the Loveland 3 yard line just before what looked like it would be the go ahead score in the fourth quarter of Saturday’s 4A quarterfinal. Broomfield hung on to defeat Loveland 28-27.
November 18, 2017: The Loveland running back tries to avoid a Broomfield defender in Saturday’s 4A quarterfinal. Broomfield defeated Loveland 28-27 .
November 18, 2017: The Loveland running back is tackled after a long gain by a Broomfield defender in Saturday’s 4A quarterfinal. Broomfield defeated Loveland 28-27 .
November 18, 2017: The Loveland QB stiff arms a Broomfield defender in Saturday’s 4A quarterfinal. Broomfield defeated Loveland 28-27 .
November 18, 2017: The Loveland QB throws a pass in Saturday’s 4A quarterfinal. Broomfield defeated Loveland 28-27 .
November 18, 2017: Broomfield fans cheer on their team against Loveland. Broomfield won 28-27 on a missed extra point in the first overtime of Saturday’s 4A quarterfinal.
November 18, 2017: The Loveland wide receiver can’t believe there wasn’t an interference call on a deep ball in the second half of the 4A quarterfinal. Broomfield defeated Loveland 28-27 .
November 18, 2017: The Loveland QB scores the go ahead touchdown in the first overtime of Saturday’s 4A quarterfinal. The indians missed the extra point and Broomfield defeated Loveland 28-27 .
November 18, 2017: A Broomfield player just misses blocking the extra point attempt by Loveland in the first overtime of Saturday’s 4A quarterfinal. Broomfield defeated Loveland 28-27.
November 18, 2017: A Broomfield player just misses blocking the extra point attempt by Loveland in the first overtime of Saturday’s 4A quarterfinal. Broomfield defeated Loveland 28-27.
November 18, 2017: Broomfield players celebrate as they defeated Loveland 28-27 on a missed extra point in the first overtime of Saturday’s 4A quarterfinal.
November 18, 2017: Broomfield scores the tying touchdown in the first overtime of Saturday’s 4A quarterfinal as a Loveland defender arrives late. Broomfield defeated Loveland 28-27
November 18, 2017: Broomfield kicks the winning extra point as they defeated Loveland 28-27 in the first overtime of Saturday’s 4A quarterfinal.
November 18, 2017: Broomfield players celebrate as they defeated Loveland 28-27 on a missed extra point in the first overtime of Saturday’s 4A quarterfinal.
November 18, 2017: Broomfield players celebrate as they defeated Loveland 28-27 on a missed extra point in the first overtime of Saturday’s 4A quarterfinal.
November 18, 2017: Broomfield players celebrate as they defeated Loveland 28-27 on a missed extra point in the first overtime of Saturday’s 4A quarterfinal.
November 18, 2017: Broomfield QB Steve Croell celebrates with a student after Broomfield defeated Loveland 28-27 on a missed extra point in the first overtime of the 4A quarterfinals.
DU lost to CU at the Coors Events Center last night, 89-62. It was tough homecoming for DU head coach, Rodney Billups, who was an assistant at CU for six years before taking the head job at DU.
November 14, 2017: Denver’s Jake Krafka guards Colorado’s Lazar Nikolic in the first half in Boulder. The Buffs won, 89-62.
November 14, 2017: Denver’s Elvin Rodriguez puts up a shot over Colorado’s Deleon Brown in the second half in Boulder. The Buffs won, 89-62.
November 14, 2017: Colorado’s Dallas Walton tries to back down Denver’s Daniel Amigo in the second half in Boulder. The Buffs won, 89-62.
November 14, 2017: Colorado’s Namon Wright lays one in over Denver Abiola Akintola in the first half in Boulder. The Buffs won, 89-62.
November 14, 2017: Colorado’s Deleon Brown goes in for a layup against Denver’s Elvin Rodriguez in the first half in Boulder. The Buffs won, 89-62.
November 14, 2017: Denver’s Joe Rosga comes down with the rebound over Colorado’s McKinley Wright in the first half in Boulder. The Buffs won, 89-62.
November 14, 2017: Colorado’s Lucas Siewert puts up a shot over the outstretched arm of Denver’s Daniel Amigo in the first half in Boulder. The Buffs won, 89-62.
November 14, 2017: Denver’s Jake Pemberton looks to make a pass against Colorado in the second half in Boulder. The Buffs won, 89-62.
November 14, 2017: Denver’s Elvin Rodriguez drives the lane against Colorado in the second half in Boulder. The Buffs won, 89-62.
November 14, 2017: Denver’s Elvin Rodriguez drives the lane but runs out of room against two Colorado defenders in the second half in Boulder. The Buffs won, 89-62.
November 14, 2017: Colorado’s McKinley Wright celebrates after saving a loose ball in the second half against Denver in Boulder. The Buffs won, 89-62.
November 14, 2017: Denver’s Joe Rosga puts up a shot against Colorado in the second half in Boulder. The Buffs won, 89-62.
November 14, 2017: Colorado’s Tory Miller-Stewart slams home a dunk against Denver in the first half in Boulder. The Buffs won, 89-62.
November 14, 2017: Colorado’s McKinley Wright (25) puts up a shot over the arm of Denver’s Daniel Amigo in the second half in Boulder. The Buffs won, 89-62.
USC defeated Colorado in football 38-24 at Folsom Field. USC quarterback Sam Darnold looks like the real deal as he threw for over 300 yards and ran for a long touchdown.
November 11, 2017: A young Colorado fan gets abetter view of action atop her dad’s shoulders before the game against USC at Folsom Field.
November 11, 2017: A Colorado cheerleader dances before the game against USC at Folsom Field.
November 11, 2017: Colorado mascot Ralphie the Buffalo runs on the field during halftime of the game against USC at Folsom Field. The Trojans won 38-24.
November 11, 2017: Colorado cheerleaders get the crowd fired up before the game against USC at Folsom Field.
November 11, 2017: Colorado cheerleaders get the crowd fired up before the game against USC at Folsom Field.
November 11, 2017: A USC fan celebrates his team’s pick six touchdown at the end of the first half against Colorado at Folsom Field. The Trojans won 38-24.
November 11, 2017: USC cheerleaders perform at halftime against Colorado at Folsom Field. The Trojans won 38-24.
November 11, 2017: USC QB Sam Darnold lofts a pass over Colorado’s Rick Gamboa in the first half at Folsom Field. The Trojans won 38-24.
November 11, 2017: USC wide out Michael Pittman catches a touchdwon over Colorado’s Isaiah Oliver in the first half at Folsom Field. The Trojans won 38-24.
November 11, 2017: USC wide out Michael Pittman catches a touchdwon over Colorado’s Isaiah Oliver in the first half at Folsom Field. The Trojans won 38-24.
November 11, 2017: USC wide out Michael Pittman (6) celebrates his first half touchdown against Colorado with teammates Nico Falah (74) and Toa Lobendahn (50) in the first half at Folsom Field. The Trojans won 38-24.
November 11, 2017: USC QB Sam Darnold lscrambles to avoid Colorado’s Drew Lewis in the first half at Folsom Field. The Trojans won 38-24.
November 11, 2017: Colorado kick returner Devin Ross returns the kickoff against USC at Folsom Field. The Trojans won 38-24.
November 11, 2017: USC offensive linemen CToa Lobendahn looks to make a block against Colorado in the first half at Folsom Field. The Trojans won 38-24.
November 11, 2017: USC defensive back Isaiah Langley checks Colorado’s Bryce Bobo in the first half at Folsom Field. The Trojans won 38-24.
November 11, 2017: USC defensive lineman Josh Fatu battles Colorado’s Gerrad Kough in the first half at Folsom Field. The Trojans won 38-24.
November 11, 2017: Colorado’s Afolab Laguda breaks up a pass intended for USC’s Daniel Imatorbhebhe at Folsom Field. The Trojans won 38-24.
November 11, 2017: USC defensive lineman Rasheem Green batles Colorado’s Gerrad Kough in the second half at Folsom Field. The Trojans won 38-24.
November 11, 2017: USC wide receiver Deontay Burnett is tackled after a long reception by a Colorado defender in the second half at Folsom Field. The Trojans won 38-24.
November 11, 2017: USC lineman Andrew Vorhees looks to make a block against Colorado in the second half at Folsom Field. The Trojans won 38-24.
November 11, 2017: USC QB Sam Darnold celebrates a second half touchdown against Colorado with teammate Tyler Vaughns at Folsom Field. The Trojans won 38-24.
November 11, 2017: USC QB Sam Darnold celebrates a second half touchdown against Colorado with teammate Tyler Petite at Folsom Field. The Trojans won 38-24.
November 11, 2017: USC’s Jack Jones (25) and Matt Lopes (37) celebrate a nice special teams play against Colorado in the second half at Folsom Field. The Trojans won 38-24.
November 11, 2017: Colorado wideout Juwann Winfree hauls in a touchdown against USC in the second half at Folsom Field. The Trojans won 38-24.
November 11, 2017: USC QB Sam Darnold avoids a pack of Colorado defenders to gain a first down in the second half at Folsom Field. The Trojans won 38-24.
November 11, 2017: USC running back Ronald Jones breaks the tackle of Colorado’s Evan Worthington in the second half at Folsom Field. The Trojans won 38-24.
November 11, 2017: USC running back Ronald Jones breaks into the open field against Colorado in the second half at Folsom Field. The Trojans won 38-24.
November 11, 2017: USC running back Ronald Jones stiff arms Colorado’s Derek McCartney in the second half at Folsom Field. The Trojans won 38-24.
November 11, 2017: USC’ defensive end Rasheem Green battles Colorado’s Josh Kaiser in the second half at Folsom Field. The Trojans won 38-24.
November 11, 2017: A couple of brave Colorado fans go shirtless on a brisk night at Folsom Field. Colorado lost to USC, 38-24.
November 11, 2017: Colorado cheerleaders perform during a timeout in the game against USC at Folsom Field.
November 11, 2017: USC running back Ronald Jones stiff arms a Colorado defender in the second half at Folsom Field. The Trojans won 38-24.
November 11, 2017: USC QB Sam Darnold scrambles trying to avoid the Colorado rush in the second half at Folsom Field. The Trojans won 38-24 behind a strong game from Darnold.
November 11, 2017: USC QB Sam Darnold gets ready to throw a pass against Colorado in the second half at Folsom Field. The Trojans won 38-24 behind a strong game from Darno.ld
November 11, 2017: USC wide out DEontay Burnett turns up field after a catch against Colorado in the first half at Folsom Field. The Trojans won 38-24.
November 11, 2017: Colorado QB Steven Montez drops back to pass as Aaron Haigler looks to throw a block against USC in the first half at Folsom Field. The Trojans won 38-24.
November 11, 2017: Colorado QB Steven Montez looks to escape USC defensive lineman Rasheem Green in the first half at Folsom Field. The Trojans won 38-24.
November 11, 2017: USC defensive lineman Rasheem Green celebrates a big play against Colorado in the first half at Folsom Field. The Trojans won 38-24.
November 11, 2017: USC wide out Tyler Vaughns goes up high over Colorado’s Dante Wigley to snare a pass in the first half at Folsom Field. The Trojans won 38-24.
I covered the CHSAA 5A softball playoffs for the fifth straight year. No shortage of high drama and emotion this year. Congratulations to Legend high school for winning the 2017 5A championship, the Titans’ first title of any kind. They defeated Fossil Ridge 8-3 in the final game to take home the trophy. The semifinals were particularly crazy as Fossil Ridge defeated #1 seed Eaglecrest, 20-16 and Legend took down perennial favorite Legacy, 10-6.
Due to the recent snow, I had a chance to cover a double header of 4A boy’s soccer at Erie High School yesterday. Erie hosted Roosevelt and Niwot moved its home match against Silver Creek. As playoff time nears, emotions were high and the play was very competitive. Erie defeated Rosevelt 3-0 and Niwot defeated Silver Creek 2-1 in OT.
Erie vs Roosevelt 4A High School Boy’s soccer
Erie vs Roosevelt 4A High School Boy’s soccer
Erie vs Roosevelt 4A High School Boy’s soccer
Erie vs Roosevelt 4A High School Boy’s soccer
Erie vs Roosevelt 4A High School Boy’s soccer
Erie vs Roosevelt 4A High School Boy’s soccer
Erie vs Roosevelt 4A High School Boy’s soccer
Erie vs Roosevelt 4A High School Boy’s soccer
Erie vs Roosevelt 4A High School Boy’s soccer
Erie vs Roosevelt 4A High School Boy’s soccer
Erie vs Roosevelt 4A High School Boy’s soccer
Erie vs Roosevelt 4A High School Boy’s soccer
Erie vs Roosevelt 4A High School Boy’s soccer
Niwot vs Silver Creek, 4A High School Boy’s soccer
Niwot vs Silver Creek, 4A High School Boy’s soccer
Niwot vs Silver Creek, 4A High School Boy’s soccer
Niwot vs Silver Creek, 4A High School Boy’s soccer
Niwot vs Silver Creek, 4A High School Boy’s soccer
Niwot vs Silver Creek, 4A High School Boy’s soccer
Niwot vs Silver Creek, 4A High School Boy’s soccer
Niwot vs Silver Creek, 4A High School Boy’s soccer
Niwot vs Silver Creek, 4A High School Boy’s soccer
Niwot vs Silver Creek, 4A High School Boy’s soccer
Niwot vs Silver Creek, 4A High School Boy’s soccer
Niwot vs Silver Creek, 4A High School Boy’s soccer
I spent a long weekend in northern Utah shooting fall color. The maples are spectacular this year near Heber City and on the Nebo Mountain Loop. With heavy snow and generally bad weather wreaking havoc on theColorado fall scene, I headed across the border to Utah. I had always wanted to see the maples there and finally had the chance. I visited several of the canyons, including Pine Creek, Big Cottonwood Canyon, and Provo Canyon. The best color was on the Deer Creek Overlook which is located between Salt Lake and Heber City. I also drove the Nebo Mountain Loop south of Provo which also had some dazzling color, especially near the Bear Canyon Campground.
Heber City is a pretty little town on the back side of the Wasatch Front across from Salt Lake City. It is a perfect place to explore the various canyons to the west such as Cascade Springs, Pine Creek, and Big Cottonwood. I walked around Cascade Springs which is a natural spring and creek. A nature trail winds through the area. Dispersed camping is available along the road past the springs. This portion of the road road is quite rough so bring the 4×4. I found some cool places to shoot maples. The color was quite vibrant in this area. From there, I explored the Deer Creek Overlook. This was located down the main road just a couple of miles from the springs. This is a great place to watch the sunrise. Too bad there were so many clouds that morning.
That afternoon I did the Nebo Mountain Loop. This road loops from Payson to Nephi a few miles south of Spanish Forks. It has a number of highlights including great views of bald Mountain and Nebo Mountain. The best color on the loop is found near the southern end by the Bear Canyon campground.
I went up to Granby to photograph the mountain bike race sponsored by the Colorado High School Cycling League. Teams from around the state competed. It was a lot of fun. The changing aspen provided a dramatic backdrop for the racers. I photographed the JV race but freshman and varsity teams also competed. I look forward to shooting more races in the future.
